When we talked about DNFing books and why, a few of y’all asked if we could talk about re-reading, which is a popular antidote to Too Many DNFs in a Row. PamG wrote in the comments: I think it would be an interesting counterpoint to the DNF question to also discuss the practice of rereading. Some people never reread a book or so they claim. Others, myself included, have whole stables of books they gleefully … Continue reading Your Top Three Re-Reads — And Why!→
Welcome back, everyone! Brian and I close on a house officially tomorrow! We are so excited, but definitely are having some sticker shock with closing costs + updates we want to do to the house before we move in. However, I’m so excited to start molding and shaping the space into something that feels like ours. My biggest projects: creating a little coffee bar in the kitchen and designed my peachy neon gamer girl paradise … Continue reading Links: Cat Tours, Cross Stitch, & More→
RECOMMENDED: The Mimicking of Known Success by Malka Older is $2.99! We mentioned this on Hide Your Wallet and Carrie reviewed it and gave it a B+:
The writing technique is excellent, the worldbuilding interesting and poetic, the characters enjoyable to spend time with, and there’s tea. It was interesting, entertaining, and enjoyable – two thumbs up.
Introducing… Smart Bitches After Dark! We have a logo and everything, so it’s official now! And you can register if you like! Come on in, the mayhem is delightful! What’s Smart Bitches After Dark? So glad you asked! The short version: we’re creating a special area for SBTB supporting subscribers to have a little extra fun, be a little extra more themselves, and to keep the site open for everyone into the future. The longer version: … Continue reading Introducing…Smart Bitches After Dark!→
This HaBO comes from Alisa! It’s a beefy one and does feature a terrible earl: I’ve been trying to find this book for absolutely ages, and I’m hoping that someone might be able to find it based on this description. It’s absolutely killing me that I remember so much of the plot of this book, but I can’t remember anything about the title, author, or character names. I’m pretty sure I read it in the … Continue reading HaBO: An Affair with the Earl’s Great-Nephew→
Happy Tuesday, everyone! We have another handful of new releases. Lots of sci-fi and fantasy, plus a holiday romance and some horror. Next week is shaping up to be pretty substantial in terms of new books we’re really excited for. What releases are on your TBR pile? Let us know in the comments.
Will They or Won’t They by Ava Wilder is $1.99! This is an enemies to lovers story with two actors who play love interests on-screen. Wilder’s debut How to Fake It in Hollywood had a lot of recommendations on the site, but I think this one isn’t as beloved.
Welcome back to Cover Awe! Cover illustration by Felix Abel Klaer Amanda: Oh I love this one! Lara: Her face shows exactly how I felt 12 minutes ago when an annoying colleague emailed me an annoying question. It’s perfection! Sarah: Oh wow, that is stunning. I love covers I can’t stop looking at. Elyse: The detail in this is incredible. Cover illustration by Jekaterina Budryte Amanda: Love the color palette here! Sarah: Oh that’s extremely … Continue reading Cover Awe: A Cat in a Hat→