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Hey there, fellow bookworms and literary enthusiasts! I’m Ava, the voice behind this cozy corner of the internet dedicated to all things bookish. Here, I embark on thrilling literary adventures, exploring the realms of horror, historical fiction, literary fiction, fantasy, and more!
With each turn of the page, I dive deep into new worlds crafted by our favorite authors, sharing my thoughts, insights, and honest reviews to guide fellow readers on their own literary journeys.
When I’m not lost in the pages of a gripping novel, you can find me enjoying the company of my four-legged best friends, Penelope and Coral. These sweet chickens are my best reading buddies who inspire and accompany me on my blogging escapades.
10 September 2024
My Reaction to the Essay Published by The Cut: "Why Did I Stop Loving My Cat When I Had a Baby?"
Keeping your pet does not prove that you love them.
On August 12, New York Magazine’s The...
22 July 2024
9 Novels Featuring Summer in New England
Saltwater taffy, 8-hour beach days, and outdoor showers are just a few of my favorite “classic...
19 February 2024
"The Blacktongue Thief" by Christopher Buehlman - Book Review
A spoiler free review of The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman.
RDR Rating
In a world...
15 February 2024
"Grey Dog": A Gothic Horror Steeped in Grey Imagery and Irrepressible Female Rage.
A book review of Grey Dog by Elliot Gish, expected publication: April 2024.
At the tail end...
12 February 2024
"Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan - Book Review
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“Here’s what they do not tell you about falling in love: there’s...
05 February 2024
This Wretched Valley by Jenny Kiefer - Book Review
RDR Rating: 3/5 Stars
The land is alive and it’s hungry.
Dylan is a newly sponsored...
01 February 2024
“Unreal Unearth:” The SoundTrack to Dante’s “Inferno” You Never Knew You Needed
NOTE: This is an article I wrote last year, which was originally published by The Point. I wanted to...
22 January 2024
How to Be More Bookish
What does it mean to be bookish? And how to be more of it.
If you don’t own the book...
16 January 2024
My Favorite Book Quotes from 2023 (Historical Fiction/Fantasy Edition)
I love a good book quote. In fact, I used to keep notebooks upon notebooks of “collections”...
12 January 2024
10 Award Winning Books to Read in 2024
I’m not too selective when it comes to adding books to my “want to read” list, evident...