Author: Shelly

Middle Grade Mini-Reviews!

Hey y’all! I’ve been reading a few middle-grade novels lately and I thought that putting them together in mini-reviews would be super fun. Karma Khullar’s Mustache by Kristi Wientge August 15th 2017 Debut author Kristi Wientge tackles the uncomfortable—but all too relatable—subject of female body hair and self-esteem with this sweet and charming novel in […]

Posted August 12, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment

Interview with Rachel Lynn Soloman, author of YOU’LL MISS ME WHEN I’M GONE + Giveaway

Hey everyone! Today I’m so thrilled to share an interview and host a giveaway for Rachel Lynn Soloman’s debut, You’ll Miss Me When I’m Gone! I’m highly anticipating its release and this interview totally had me even more excited. About the Book You’ll Miss Me When I’m Gone by Rachel Lynn Soloman Release Date: January 2nd 2018 […]

Posted August 10, 2017 by Shelly in Interview / 6 Comments

Waiting on Wednesday (9)

Another Wednesday, another few novels that we’re excited about! Octavia’s Pick Beasts Made of Night by Tochi Onyebuchi Release Date: October 31st 2017 In the walled city of Kos, corrupt mages can magically call forth sin from a sinner in the form of sin-beasts – lethal creatures spawned from feelings of guilt. Taj is the […]

Posted August 9, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 1 Comment
The Authentics by Abdi Nazemian

The Authentics by Abdi Nazemian

I received a copy of this novel for review. This does not influence my thoughts on the review or the book itself. I’m always on the lookout for great and fresh YA contemporary novels, and The Authentics definitely filled that gap for me. If you’re looking for a contemporary novel with a unique and fresh voice, I […]

Posted August 8, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments

ARC August 2017: Week 1 Update!

We’re officially one week into ARC August! How are y’all doing so far? Angie’s Progress Read All the Crooked Saints DNFed Library of Fates and Finding You Shelly’s Progress Read Mask of Shadows, The Girl with the Red Balloon,  They Both Die at the End, Shadowhouse Fall I wanted to read more but I got sick this week […]

Posted August 7, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 2 Comments

Interview with Akemi Dawn Bowman, author of STARFISH

Hi everyone! I’m so honoured to feature Akemi Dawn Bowman and her debut novel, Starfish. I’ve only heard amazing things and I can’t wait to read it. About the Book Starfish by Akemi Dawn Bowman September 26th 2017 Kiko Himura has always had a hard time saying exactly what she’s thinking. With a mother who makes her […]

Posted August 6, 2017 by Shelly in Interview / 0 Comments
The Epic Crush of Genie Lo by F.C. Yee

The Epic Crush of Genie Lo by F.C. Yee

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my thoughts on this review or the book. I’ve heard so many things about this book and with a tagline that enticing (“a demon invasion is no excuse for bad grades”), I knew I had to read it. The Epic […]

Posted August 4, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments

Waiting on Wednesday (8)

It’s another Wednesday which means another day of waiting on some awesome-sounding books! Octavia’s Pick Empress of a Thousand Lanterns by Julie C. Dao Release Date: October 10th 2017 An East Asian fantasy reimagining of The Evil Queen legend about one peasant girl’s quest to become Empress–and the darkness she must unleash to achieve her […]

Posted August 2, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 2 Comments