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Climate collapse. AI. Alien truths. Stuart Heinrich’s The Quantum Revelations is a genre-bending sci-fi thriller that dares to ask: what if the truth could save us—or destroy us? 🌌#netgalley…

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Secrets, survival, and a trial that could change everything. The Leikr Trials blends Norse myth, sci-fi, and fantasy in book 3 of the Nordri Series—out 10/28/25 ⚔️✨ #NordriSeries #TheLeikrTrials #NetGalley

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She crashed into his arms, literally. Now Trajan’s fake engagement might just turn real. Crash Landing on the Duke is a swoony, emotional standalone in The Silver Dukes series 💍✨

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A noble healer. A blood mage executioner. A dying goddess. A Raven in the Storm is a lush, romantic fantasy debut—out 11/3/25. #GodsOfTellus #FantasyBooks #BookRelease #ARavenintheStorm #NetGalley

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She’s a Janeite with no interest in marriage. He’s an earl dodging society’s expectations. Entertaining the Earl is a slow-burn Regency romance full of wit, charm, and cozy courtship. 💐📚…

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A cursed witch. A falling corpse. A magic-hating partner. Spelled in Ink is a paranormal cozy mystery with charm, chaos, and a dash of fantasy. If you love witty sleuths and magical mayhem, this one’s a…

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Something that warms my heart living so close to the library...watching the kids go by on their walk home and their nose in their new book!

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A new book explores the terrifying world of renting out your body. In The Hostess, two friends discover their clients are taking more than they paid for. This quick read with Altered Carbon vibes will make you…

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Sci-fi isn't just an escape. "Raider Warlords of Vandar" shows us how unchecked power and technology can lead to our destruction. It's a mirror reflecting our own reality, where a powerful few exploit everyone…

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It’s getting witchy around here 🧙‍♀️✨ Just picked up The Bewitching and A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping from the library—cozy spells, haunted charm, and a dash of mischief. Fall reading vibes officially activated. #WitchyReads #LibraryHaul #SpookySeason

Fae & Alchemy Catch Me Up Saeris defied death, unlocked ancient magic, and became something entirely new. Now, with Kingfisher at her side and chaos in her blood, she must face the gods, rescue her family, and survive a war that could unravel the realms. Brimstone is where fate fractures—and love might be the only anchor.

Saeris was never meant to survive—let alone become something the gods have never seen. As war brews and bonds deepen, destiny demands a new kind of magic.

September’s Cozy Reads: Comfort, Magic & Emotional Warmth September invites gentle change, offering cozy genre fiction perfect for relaxation and emotional depth. With selections in science fiction, fantasy, and historical romance, these stories focus on healing and warmth. They cater to various moods, blending escapism with intimacy, making them ideal companions for reflective autumn moments. Happy reading!

September’s Cozy Reads: Comfort, Magic & Emotional Warmth

September invites gentle change, offering cozy genre fiction perfect for relaxation and emotional depth. With selections in science fiction, fantasy, and historical romance, these stories focus on healing and warmth. They cater to various…

Bridge Kingdom – What to Know for The Tempest Blade Release The Tempest Blade hits Audible on October 9 as an exclusive early release, with print arriving April 14, 2026. Danielle L. Jensen promises a sweeping finale told through six perspectives, resolving the cliffhanger from The Twisted Throne and closing out a series defined by forbidden love, betrayal, and political reckoning

Bridge Kingdom – What to Know for The Tempest Blade Release

The Tempest Blade hits Audible on October 9 as an exclusive early release, with print arriving April 14, 2026. Danielle L. Jensen promises a sweeping finale told through six perspectives, resolving the cliffhanger from The Twisted Throne…

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In a world where Earth is dying and history is rewritten, Ava-Sky travels through time to uncover the truth. *Fuchsia War* is bold, haunting, and fiercely feminist. Book one is out now—are you ready to…

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X is king, but peace is fragile. Cazadores and sky people train together, yet war brews beneath the surface. Allegiance delivers action, betrayal, and a brutal truth: humanity never learns. ★★★ #HellDivers…

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Freya’s fury, forbidden love, and Norse magic collide in A Curse Carved in Bone. Betrayals run deep, powers awaken, and war looms. I gave it ★★★★ for mythic depth and emotional grit. #FantasyRomance…

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Chomping into Literary Bites No. 1 Debut weekly newsletter, "Chomping into Literary Bites," featuring book reviews, new releases, and blog posts about book recommendations. Upcoming content will include insights on finishing the Hell Divers series and a focus on genre diversity. Readers are invited to subscribe for weekly updates and concise summaries.

Chomping into Literary Bites No. 1

Debut weekly newsletter, "Chomping into Literary Bites," featuring book reviews, new releases, and blog posts about book recommendations. Upcoming content will include insights on finishing the Hell Divers series and a focus on genre diversity. Readers are…

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Freya hides her magic, marries a jarl, and falls for his son—welcome to Nordic fantasy with betrayal, slow-burn romance, and mythic stakes. I gave it ★★★★ for the rich lore and emotional growth.…

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The Thing About Predictable Plots Jordi reflects on enjoying a predictable 13-book series, highlighting the comfort in familiar plots amid an unpredictable world. Predictable stories are often criticized for being unoriginal, yet they provide emotional safety and satisfaction. Writers are encouraged to embrace tropes while ensuring emotional depth, and reviewers should consider emotional impact in evaluations.

The Thing About Predictable Plots

Jordi reflects on enjoying a predictable 13-book series, highlighting the comfort in familiar plots amid an unpredictable world. Predictable stories are often criticized for being unoriginal, yet they provide emotional safety and satisfaction. Writers are…

Deceived by the Highlander by Christina Phillips In "Deceived by the Highlander," Alasdair Campbell intends to marry Freyja MacDonald to acquire her lands but falls in love instead. Amidst secrets and the struggles of a female healer, their bond deepens as Alasdair supports Freyja’s ambitions. This romantic tale combines deception and heartfelt devotion, earning three stars.

Deceived by the Highlander by Christina Phillips

In "Deceived by the Highlander," Alasdair Campbell intends to marry Freyja MacDonald to acquire her lands but falls in love instead. Amidst secrets and the struggles of a female healer, their bond deepens as Alasdair supports Freyja’s ambitions.…

Tracer by Brendan Deneen She moved like a shadow—silent, lethal, unfeeling. But this mission was different. The lies she’d swallowed for years were unraveling, and with them, her armor. A flicker of hope, a stolen touch, a truth too long buried. Trace wasn’t just surviving anymore. She was beginning to remember how to live.

Tracer by Brendan Deneen

She moved like a shadow—silent, lethal, unfeeling. But this mission was different. The lies she’d swallowed for years were unraveling, and with them, her armor. A flicker of hope, a stolen touch, a truth too long buried. Trace wasn’t just surviving anymore. She was…

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Coming Sept 19, Starborn Alive: The Catalyst launches a sci-fi saga of survival, betrayal, and sisterhood. Nova’s on the run. Amalie’s trapped. The stars hold secrets—and danger. Fast-paced,…

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Her Dragon Protector by Roxie Ray Charlotte arrives broken but determined. Axel sees her strength and vows to protect her, even from himself. As danger closes in, trust becomes their fiercest weapon—and love, their slow-burning salvation. Her Dragon Protector is a tender, fiery continuation of the Black Claw Dragons series, where healing hearts meet possessive claws.

Her Dragon Protector by Roxie Ray

Charlotte arrives broken but determined. Axel sees her strength and vows to protect her, even from himself. As danger closes in, trust becomes their fiercest weapon—and love, their slow-burning salvation. Her Dragon Protector is a tender, fiery continuation of the…

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🔥Single mom. Secret baby. Dragon daddy.🔥
Ava never expected her ex to be a fire-breathing protector—but when danger strikes, Mav’s back with claws out and heart wide open.
✨Second chances, found family,…

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She’s betrothed to a drunken prince. His bastard brother is everything she shouldn’t want. In a kingdom ruled by lies, love is the ultimate risk. The Twisted Throne is book 5 in the Bridge Kingdom…

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Exiled to Devil’s Island, Zarrah must survive long enough to stop a war. Keris is king, surrounded by traitors—and haunted by the woman he can’t forget. The Endless War is a fierce, romantic finale to a…

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She crossed enemy lines to kill a prince—only to fall for the one man who could unravel her vengeance and her heart. The Inadequate Heir is angsty, political, and utterly romantic. My favorite couple in…

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The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen In "The Bridge Kingdom," Lara is trained as a weapon to destroy Ithicana but must marry its king, Aren, who seeks peace. As they develop feelings, loyalties clash. The story features well-developed characters and emotional depth but ends on a cliffhanger, leading to its sequel, "The Traitor Queen." Recommended with caution for snake fears.

The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen

In "The Bridge Kingdom," Lara is trained as a weapon to destroy Ithicana but must marry its king, Aren, who seeks peace. As they develop feelings, loyalties clash. The story features well-developed characters and emotional depth but ends on a cliffhanger,…

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Reid’s redemption arc + Evelyn’s quiet strength = 💛🐻🐺
If you love shifter romance with emotional grit and found family vibes, this one’s for you.
#ShifterRomance #GrayslakeSeries #BookReview #CeliaKyle…

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Love at First Roar by Celia Kyle Kira’s half-blind with a chaotic service dog. Isaac’s a scarred, grumpy healer. In Love at First Roar, they find unexpected love, healing, and belonging.

Love at First Roar by Celia Kyle

Kira’s half-blind with a chaotic service dog. Isaac’s a scarred, grumpy healer. In Love at First Roar, they find unexpected love, healing, and belonging.