Author: Shelly

ARC August begins!

TODAY’S THE DAY! ARC August is upon us and it’s time to get reading! It’s going to be a fun and hectic month for sure, and we definitely can’t wait to share in the excitement with all of you! Throughout the entire month, make sure to tweet #ARCAugust with your reading progress so we can all follow […]

Posted August 1, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 6 Comments
Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert

Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my thoughts or this review. I’ve heard so many lovely things about Brandy Colbert’s books and based on the description, I knew that Little & Lion was definitely something that I’d enjoy. And I’m happy to say that I was […]

Posted July 30, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment

Waiting on Wednesday (7)

It’s another Wednesday and another week to share which books we’re excited about! Octavia’s Pick Before She Ignites by Jodi Meadows Release Date: September 26th 2017 Before Mira Minkoba is the Hopebearer. Since the day she was born, she’s been told she’s special. Important. Perfect. She’s known across the Fallen Isles not just for her […]

Posted July 26, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 2 Comments
Miles Morales by Jason Reynolds

Miles Morales by Jason Reynolds

I received a copy of this novel for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. As a fan of both the Spider-Man comics and Jason Reynolds’ YA novels, I was so excited to read Reynolds’ run of Miles Morales. If you’re expecting an origin story, you won’t find […]

Posted July 24, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
The Gallery of Unfinished Girls by Lauren Karcz

The Gallery of Unfinished Girls by Lauren Karcz

I received a copy of this novel for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. I’m always on the lookout for debut YA novels and when I heard about the premise for The Gallery of Unfinished Girls, I knew I had to read it. I’m so happy to […]

Posted July 20, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 4 Comments

Waiting on Wednesday (6)

Welcome to another week of anticipated releases! Octavia’s pick this week is definitely something that we’re both anticipating but I had to choose another novel as well since there are so many great novels releasing soon! Octavia’s Pick Mask of Shadows by Linsey Miller Release Date: September 5th 2017 Perfect for fantasy fans of Sarah […]

Posted July 19, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 4 Comments
Everything All At Once by Katrina Leno

Everything All At Once by Katrina Leno

I received a copy of this novel for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts or this review. I loved the author’s past novel, The Half Life of Molly Pierce, so when I saw so many positive reviews for this one, I knew I had to read it. Everything All at Once really explores grief, anxiety […]

Posted July 17, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 2 Comments

5th Annual ARC August Sign Ups!

It’s that time of the year! ARC August sign ups are now open! As always here are the rules: Any Advanced Reading Copy counts as part of this reading challenge; your backlist books count No blog necessary to participate, but you’ll need to include some form of social media as part of your sign up […]

Posted July 15, 2017 by Shelly in Challenges / 85 Comments

[Blog Tour] The Library of Fates by Aditi Khorana: Author Q&A + Giveaway

Hello, everyone! Today I’m so honoured to be able to feature The Library of Fates and Aditi Khorana. I loved Aditi’s debut novel, Mirror in the Sky, so I absolutely couldn’t wait for her debut into the fantasy realm. I loved The Library of Fates, it was imaginative with great characters and had the most compelling world-building. I can’t wait […]

Posted July 14, 2017 by Shelly in Interview / 3 Comments