Books On Sale
KJ Charles, Non-Fiction, & More
Murder by Memory by Olivia Waite is $2.99! This is book one in the Dorothy Gentleman series, which I know was highly anticipated. Did any of you pick this one up?
General Bitching…
Sinners & Stardust & Sexual Assault
The following post contains discussion of alleged sexual assault, stalking, and predatory behavior. Most links are to conversations on Threads, some of which contain victim blaming and defense of assault. Please exercise caution and look after yourself before clicking links. … The con drama has been nonstop this year, as people try to launch weekend events and one, two, or nineteen things go wrong. The latest: Sinners & Stardust. Sinners & Stardust is a weekend … Continue reading Sinners & Stardust & Sexual Assault
Books On Sale
M/M Romances and Historicals
I’ll Have What He’s Having by Adib Khorram is $4.99! Dahlia mentioned this one in her Queer Romance Roundup. Carrie also gave it a B-:
This was a lovely read that didn’t ask too much of my emotions. It was comforting but forgettable. I could read a chapter, wander off, and not think of it again for a month…but when I did get around to picking it up, I instantly remembered how warm and fuzzy it was.
Transcript Announcement
Podcast 679, Your Transcript is Here!
The transcript for Podcast 678. The Osmanification of Fiction Covers with Kayleigh Donaldson has been posted!
Books On Sale
Books by Holly Black, Tessa Bailey, & More
RECOMMENDED: Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone is $1.99! Fingers crossed this isn’t a leftover KDD from yesterday. I loved this book and it was my first Bastone. It’s on my list for the best releases of 2025.
Podcast
680. Aromantic and Asexual YA Romance with Molly Horan
Molly Horan is a YA author, playwright, and professor who is writing a dissertation on aromantic and asexual characters in YA literature. Molly also teaches classes about YA literature, so we have a LOT to talk about. Examining relationships between people within the context of aro/ace characters requires a re-examination of how we portray human bonds in media, and how they work in real life. There are many book recs, so don’t forget to check … Continue reading 680. Aromantic and Asexual YA Romance with Molly Horan
Books On Sale
Fantasy and Historical Romances
The Last Tale of the Flower Bride by Roshani Chokshi is $1.99! I believe this was Chokshi’s full-length adult debut. It’s a Gothic fantasy and it’s had a cover redesign since it’s release. I think I prefer the the original.
Books On Sale
Lily Chu, Dystopian Romance, & More
RECOMMEND: The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary is $2.99 and a KDD. We had a great guest review of this one and Lisa the Librarian gave it an A-:
It was romantic, sweet, hot, funny, and original – everything I’m looking for in a romance. I can definitely see myself rereading this in the not-too-distant future.
Guest Post: Magic and Comfort with Sangu Mandanna
This guest review is from Crystal Anne! Crystal Anne with An E comes to us from a sunny clime, but prefers to remain a pale indoor cat. She enjoys reading, cross-stitching something nerdy, going to see live music, and playing video games. She works as an autism consultant by day, got a degree in information science for fun, and currently serves on her local library advisory board. … The brain is a funny thing. My … Continue reading Guest Post: Magic and Comfort with Sangu Mandanna
Books On Sale
Mostly Historical Romances
The Duchess Takes a Husband by Harper St. George is $1.99! This is a KDD and is book four in the Gilded Age Heiresses series. This last book in the series features Camille, whose wedding to a terrible man is what kicks off book one.
Books On Sale
Sonali Dev, Fantasy, & More
GUEST RECOMMENDED: The Ruin of a Rake by Cat Sebastian is $1.99! We had a guest review of this one from Heather Morris and they gave it an A-:
That quibble aside, there are so many things little things that I loved. Platonic male-female friendship. Sharpshooting and fake duels. Seduction-by-bookkeeping. A frankly excessive amount of kittens.
