If you don’t consider yourself a reader, I am sorry to inform you that this post is likely not going to tickle your fancy. So, if this is the case and you aren’t someone who enjoys reading, I bid you a good day and ask that you return tomorrow. For those of us still here, … More The beauty of disassociation through books
I’ve said it before, and I will happily say again how pleased I am with myself regarding my return to reading avidly. I went without the pleasure of reading for far too long, and now that my lengthy sabbatical has come to its conclusion, I can’t get enough of books. I’ve burned through quite a … More Looking for your next book? Read this
I suppose it might be helpful to offer an explanation of a Valkyrie before we get much further in today’s discussion. In the context of Norse mythology, a Valkyrie refers to the 12 female warrior figures who guided the souls of deceased Viking warriors from the battlefield to Valhalla, their interpretation of a heaven of … More Are you familiar with Valkyrie mind-stilling?
As reluctant as I am to admit it because, quite honestly, I don’t want it to be over yet, I am currently reading the final installment in Sarah J. Maas’ A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series. The fifth text, titled “A Court of Silver Flames,” actually took me by surprise at its start … More ACOTAR series: An epic ending
If you’re a reader to any extent, there is a strong probability you have heard of a book titled ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas. ACOTAR is the first of five novels in the entire series, and upon hearing how bloody good ACOTAR is from multiple people and sources, I … More This is why ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ is so damn good
If you’re unfamiliar with the name Sarah J. Mass, there are two probable reasons for this. The first would be that perhaps you’re not a reader, and the second, building upon the first, would be that you’re likely not reading fictitious fantasy novels. Aside from these two reasons, if you’ve never heard of this brilliant … More Here’s why Sarah J. Maas is such a successful author
It seems as though every now and then a book series comes along that snags a spot amongst some of the best of all time. Oftentimes the series in question is of the fantasy genre, which I’m perfectly happy with seeing as fantasy and fiction writing are some of my favourites. I had been seeing … More ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’: is it worth the hype?
The Classics are, in my opinion, a rather broad area that I suspect a lot of people don’t entirely understand. For whatever reason, a lot of us tend to get a little awkward at the mention of the term because we associate it with superiority, or something perhaps high-ranking, but I think a lot of … More Are you a classics fan?
Now that I am back in the routine of reading daily, I have to say that I really did not realize how much I missed it until my reading sabbatical came to an end. I used to be an avid reader, however, after studying English in university and being expected to read a ridiculous number … More Book review: Undercurrent by Paul Blackwell
I possess my Bachelor’s degree in English language and literature, so I suppose it goes without saying that I enjoy reading. Given the copious amounts of reading I was required to do in order to retain my degree, I really don’t think someone can pursue English if they don’t enjoy reading. Unless you’re a glutton … More What are your go-to reads?
If you’re new to my blog, I have an academic background in English language and literature. If you’ve been following my blog to any extent, you’re likely aware of this, so I apologize for the redundancy. I’ve loved reading for as long as I can recall, but despite my passion for it, I was not … More The importance of finding your reading niche
Podcasts aren’t new. They’ve been around for a hot minute, and most of us are fully aware of how great they are. Everyone but me, apparently, but I am pleased to report that I recently have begun to delve into the black hole of available podcasts, and so far, I’m really enjoying their existence. In … More The beauty of podcasts
I am reluctant to admit that, as of late, I haven’t been reading nearly as much as I would like to, and further should be. I was an avid reader a few years ago, beginning another book the moment I concluded one prior, but ever since I majored in English Language and Literature and was … More You need to read ‘The Last House on Needless Street”
Reading holds a spot near and dear to my heart. I used to be far more of an avid reader than I am now, although I wish this wasn’t the case. I fell in love with books, reading and words when I was quite young, and I’m pretty sure I had read all of the … More COVID-19 has more kids reading
Similar to my post the other day listing what Rotten Tomatoes deemed as the best flicks of the former year, I thought I would write a post regarding the best books of 2019. Books, to me, are even more subjective than movies are, so as I stated in the best movies post, keep in mind … More The best books of 2019
I don’t purchase books too often, but when I do, it’s typically because I have a hunch that the book in question will be one that endures several re-reads from me, based on what I can pull from the synopsis. And that’s exactly what’s happened with a book I recently snagged from Indigo’s titled ‘The … More This is why you need to add ‘The Turn of the Key’ to your winter reading list
If you’ve been following my blog for a little while, you’re likely aware of my fascination with the paranormal. I find the supernatural world positively enthralling, and while it simultaneously scares the shit out of me, I’m always educating myself further on the topic. I went to Indigo’s with my sister about a month ago … More This is why Ghost Files should be on your reading list
Reading can be such an incredible experience. If you’re an avid reader, chances are you’ve come across a handful of books in your life that impacted you more tremendously than others, for whatever reason. Perhaps the characters were immensely relatable and encouraged you to feel as though you’ve known them for several years; perhaps the … More The Pleasure of Re-Reading Novels
For Christmas, I received Harry Potter: A History of Magic from my parents. I have always been obsessed with the Harry Potters books and began reading them at a rather young age, which in turn sparked my passion for reading and writing and led me to pursue English in university. Harry Potter: A History of Magic, by … More Harry Potter: A History of Magic
As of late, I have been reading a fair amount of suspense/thriller novels, and In A Cottage In A Wood by Cass Green is no exception to this category. Depicting the story of Neve, an orphaned woman who struggles with the new inheritance of a cottage in the midst of a lonely woods, Green’s text … More Book Review: In A Cottage In A Wood
I recently finished reading Paula Hawkins’Â The Girl On The Train, and I wanted to dedicate a post to it because I found it so riveting. Categorized as a psychological thriller novel, this story follows the characters of Rachel, Anna, Megan, Scott and Tom, and the dramatically complicated sense of interconnectedness that exists between them. The … More The Girl on the Train
I came across an interesting article a couple of days ago discussing some potentially unknown facts about the Harry Potter series. I personally consider myself a Potterhead, but there were some items discussed in the article I was unaware of. Harry and J.K. Rowling share the same birthday (June 31) Rowling developed the names of the four Hogwarts houses … More Think You Know Everything About Harry Potter?
I received Andy Weir’s Artemis for Christmas from one of my cousins and was eager to begin reading it. This text can be categorized as science fiction, and because I do not normally read books of this genre, I figured I would give it a try and see if this genre would become one of … More Book Review: Artemis
I recently finished reading A Stranger In the House by Shari Lapena, and I wanted to dedicate a post to it because it truly was THAT good. This book is the first I have encountered in a while in which I struggled to put down at times, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The plot conveys the story … More Book Review: A Stranger In the House
Self-help books are not exactly what I would refer to as my genre of preference. I have nothing against them specifically, however, I would rather read a book with a with a tremendous storyline that has me gripping the pages in anticipation. I had heard about Mark Manson’s text The Subtle Art of Not Giving A … More Book Review: The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fu*K: A Counterintuitive Approach To Living A Good Life
I personally enjoy reading. It has always been something I have found pleasure in doing, with the exception of having to read rather dry texts throughout my university career, and I believe reading is an incredibly beneficial practice. It enhances both the mind and the imagination, and for some, it is a means to achieve … More The Importance of Reading Classic Literature
I can undoubtedly attribute my love for reading and writing to J.K. Rowling and her Harry Potter series, and her books are what sparked my desire to pursue an education in English language and literature. I wanted to shed some light on who she is as a person in order to not only educate myself, but hopefully … More Profile: J.K. Rowling
I had been unfamiliar with any works by Fiona Barton prior to discovering her novel The Widow last summer, and since reading said novel I am thrilled that I have come across such a phenomenal writer. I reviewed The Widow here on my blog, and if you’re interested in what I had to say about … More Book Review: The Child by Fiona Barton
In lieu of the post I created several days ago regarding some supposed interesting facts about myself, I thought I would do a similar post by listing my favourite texts and novels. I love literature and arguably always will, therefore I must acknowledge that this list is not something I hastily pulled together. It demonstrates … More My Favourite Novels
Perhaps my love for literature is a result of my educational background in English, but regardless, I feel as though literature is a force that can have an absolutely tremendous impact in the life of an individual. Literature is an art that can be pursued by any person, whether such pursuit be professional or recreational, … More The Power of Literature
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