I usually read at least one book a week when I was a teenager. So that’s hundreds of books. Yet, only three had queer characters. Two of them went to the bury your gays route, and I’m pretty sure they were all violently outed. All three were gay men too – who deserve their stories… Continue reading 20 Queer YA Book Recommendations For Pride
I haven’t blogged about mental health in a while, but it’s still something I care about deeply. As it’s world mental health day, I wanted to contribute something to the conversation. I know better than anyone that you can’t self-help book your way out of depression or mental illness. Mental health is very complex and… Continue reading 10 Mental Health Books About Recovery, Staying Strong & Feeling Heard
I’ve already blogged about vampire books in some capacity but I wanted to write up a more comprehensive list. So from the classics to new YA releases, here are some vampire books I think are worth checking out. I can only speak for myself, but for someone who loves vampire books, I felt that most… Continue reading 11 Vampire Books To Sink Your Teeth Into; Classics & New Blood You Must Read
Love inclusive books about magic? Looking for magical books about witches and wizards that aren’t Harry Potter to read instead? I got you covered. From books by trans and non-binary authors, and even works that may have influenced the Harry Potter books, here are 7 Harry Potter alternatives. You can also check out these queer… Continue reading Harry Potter Alternatives: 7 Magical Books About Witches And Wizards
As much as I love Halloween movies, or spooky Halloween TV specials; the best part of autumn is curling up with some pumpkin spice hot chocolate and one of these best Halloween books. From horror classics, to witches, wizards, and vampires; these are the best books to read this Halloween. The Best Halloween Books List… Continue reading 10 Halloween Books For Cosy Autumn Nights This Spooky Season
Disney makes amazing movies but they also have a few books under the belt and have turned our classic favourite books into magical movies too. So, to stay emersed in the magic, why not read them. Here are 10 Disney books you must read. The Inspiration Behind Our Favourite Disney Films 1. Peter Pan Peter… Continue reading 10 Magical Disney Books You Must Read
A decade ago vampire books were *the thing*. After the success of the first Twilight movie, my local books stores had shelves coated black from all the vampire books to read that had come out capitalizing on the glittering vampire series hysteria. So, will vampire books ever recover from Twilight or are they doomed to… Continue reading Will Vampire Books Ever Recover From Twilight?
A lot of musicians branch into other areas from acting to setting up businesses. As natural song and lyric writers, it’s no surprise that many have branched into the publishing world. These are 8 books written by rock stars from comics, rock band memoirs, and works of fiction. Best Rock Band Books 1. Neon Angel:… Continue reading 8 Best Books Written By Rock Stars
In January I suggested being more sustainable as a New Year’s resolution, with saying goodbye to fast fashion featuring in the post. Since then I’ve upped my own sustainable fashion game, and got addicted to Depop (not sponsored, just a recommendation). There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be on trend or looking nice, or finding style… Continue reading Sustainable Fashion Haul
I don’t like making lists of my favourite books, albums, songs, movies etc because they always fluctuate. Something always comes along that makes me think “Wait, this is amazing!” or I simply outgrow what I once loved. For a long time, I didn’t have a favourite book, and felt like something was missing without one.… Continue reading The 6 books and stories tied as my favourite: My favourite books
