The Midnight Bargain reminded me why I love fantasy novels, and then wrecked me with its social commentary about a Regency-inspired world. This is a story about women feeling trapped by social constraints, scrambling to escape, and discovering along the way that transforming a society is more satisfying than just saving oneself. I loved the book’s drawing room politics, djinn-inspired magic, chosen family, and the way the story didn’t shy away from the heroine’s ambition, … Continue reading The Midnight Bargain by C.L. Polk →
I picked up Witchmark for my SFF book club and read it without any prior knowledge (I didn’t even read the blurb!). I expected a run-of-the-mill fantasy with magical shenanigans, toppling of the elitist status quo, and interesting worldbuilding. I was right and wrong: Witchmark does have all those things, but it also has a delightful and unexpected romantic relationship at the heart of the story. Okay, you know that feeling when you pick up … Continue reading Witchmark by C.L. Polk →
Hey all! Did you know it’s Wednesday?! I’m in the midst of fall allergies! They aren’t as bad as my spring ones, but I still hate them. I never had fall ones in Florida, so it’s a nice, fun surprise every year for me. My partner and I hit up our first apple orchard for our apple cider donut tour of new England. We event made a grading rubric for the donuts! For our first … Continue reading Links: Muppets, Flutes, & More →
Where’s my Wednesday crew at?! Welcome back, everyone! I am tired. Anyone else? I swear, February brings the weirdest vibes. I record a podcast episode with Sarah on Monday. Recording with her is always so much fun. I believe that one is going up this Friday. I’m reading a book I’m actually enjoying (what?!) and I mention it in the episode. Yesterday, I spent my afternoon looking at YouTube videos at how to mend a … Continue reading Links: Dolly Parton, Snowboarding, & More →
If you missed my previous announcement, I’m posting a little reminder because these are all happening soon and I feel personally responsible for making sure they go well. Attendance is FREE and all you have to do is register for the event. Details are below! TOMORROW: Thursday, August 13th at 7pm ET Authors Jenny Holiday and Helena Hunting will be chatting about their latest releases. I’ll be there to intro them both and help with … Continue reading Romance Events Tomorrow & Saturday →
Hi all! Next week, I’m running four romance panels and I’m so jazzed about all of them. Attendance is FREE and all you have to do is register for the event. Details are below! Thursday, August 13th at 7pm ET Authors Jenny Holiday and Helena Hunting will be chatting about their latest releases. I’ll be there to intro them both and help with the Q&A portion. Come say hi! … Bookstore Romance Day – Saturday, … Continue reading Bookstore Romance Day! →
The Ripped Bodice is back with another round of Summer Romance Bingo. Visit their site for a printable bingo card and rules on how to win prizes! We’ll be playing along in our Goodreads group and helping one another out with recommendations. You can also follow The Ripped Bodice on Twitter for more recs. If you’re not on Goodreads, that’s okay! We’ll be giving some suggestions here and opening it up to the Bitchery for further … Continue reading Recommendations for The Ripped Bodice’s 2020 Summer Romance Bingo →
Hey there, everyone! It’s Links time! We hope you all are having a wonderful week and, if not, we hope you take some time for yourself. For me, it’s been a weird week as I’ve been incredibly busy lately and running on empty. Looking forward at doing something to recharge soon! … Every month, Tor.com offers up a free ebook for newsletter subscribers. This month, it’s C.L. Polk’s Witchmark, which has some romantic elements and … Continue reading Links: A Free Book, Reading Recs, & More →
