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Girl Out of Water by Laura Silverman

Girl Out of Water by Laura Silverman

I received a copy of this book for review, this does not influence my thoughts or this review. As a fan of contemporary novels, I knew I couldn’t pass up the chance to read Silverman’s debut. While I know approximately nothing about about surfing, a “fish out of water” story is always intriguing. Anise is […]

Posted June 26, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment

Graphic Novels Galore (2)

I started Graphic Novels Galore a long time ago, but I decided to bring it back for the Read.Sleep.Repeat. mega return! Octavia has supported my graphic novel addiction and I firmly believe that graphic novels/comics count as “real books” so I decided to reboot one of my favourite regular features. Click on the cover images for […]

Posted June 25, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 0 Comments

[Pride 2017] Anticipated YA Releases!

Hi everyone! This week for pride month, I’m sharing some of my anticipated releases this year for queer YA books. I thought there’d be more but either my GoodReads is missing a few or I’m not aware of as many as I’d there to be! So if you have any suggestions, please please please comment […]

Posted June 23, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 4 Comments
The Edge of the Abyss by Emily Strutskie

The Edge of the Abyss by Emily Strutskie

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my thoughts or the content of this review. After the end of The Abyss Surrounds Us, I knew I had to read the sequel immediately. Luckily for me, The Edge of the Abyss started off right where the last novel ended and I […]

Posted June 22, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment

Waiting on Wednesday (3)

This week, we’re waiting on two thrilling novels that we both can’t wait to read! Octavia’s Pick Spirit Hunters by Ellen Oh Release Date: July 25th 2017 We Need Diverse Books founder Ellen Oh returns with Spirit Hunters, a high-stakes middle grade mystery series about Harper Raine, the new seventh grader in town who must […]

Posted June 21, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 4 Comments
The Upside of Unrequited by Becky Albertalli

The Upside of Unrequited by Becky Albertalli

I received a copy of this book for review, this does not influence my thoughts or the contents of this review. As a hardcore fan of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, I expected to really enjoy The Upside of Unrequited and I’m happy to report that I was not disappointed. The Upside of Unrequited was absolutely phenomenal and I […]

Posted June 18, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 5 Comments

Waiting on Wednesday (2)

Octavia and I have very different tastes, and this waiting on wednesday pick continues to exemplify that. If you’re in for fantasy or for a verse novel, we have everything. Octavia’s Pick The Last Magician by Lisa Maxwell Release Date: July 18th 2017 Stop the Magician. Steal the book. Save the future. In modern day […]

Posted June 14, 2017 by Shelly in Features & Spotlights / 2 Comments
Meg & Linus by Hanna Nowinski

Meg & Linus by Hanna Nowinski

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. When I heard about this latest LGBT romance from Swoon Reads, I knew I had to read it. If you’re looking for a wonderful cute story, I highly recommend Meg & […]

Posted June 12, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments