I wanted to read this book as part of my research for a future WIP. I thought this might help me get an idea of New York, specifically perhaps the alternative culture in New York during the end of the 70s. Instead, New York in 1979 is a short, snapshot-type look at a few different ‘characters’. I’veContinueContinue reading “New York City in 1979 – Kathy Acker”
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Twisted Tales: So This Is Love – Elizabeth Lim [Books]
Yep, it’s another Twisted Tales book, so far one of my favourite ever series. I really hope these books keep coming, because I will definitely keep reading. And the next cover has just been revealed – Unbirthday, an Alice in Wonderland tale. So far my favourite is Reflection, but I think this takes the second top spot.ContinueContinue reading “Twisted Tales: So This Is Love – Elizabeth Lim [Books]”
How To Write Your First Novel – Sophie King [Books]
I am a big lover of writing craft books. I read a lot of them, and I read a variety. Many have interesting tips, great advice, and can be written really well. Unfortunately, How to Write Your First Novel is not one of them. This book is for absolute, complete beginners. The problem, I think, isContinueContinue reading “How To Write Your First Novel – Sophie King [Books]”
Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds [Books]
Yep, another Audible Drama. Going into this, I expected something…different. I really should have read more about this version before getting it. What I wanted was, essentially, an audio version of the musical, though I suppose that would technically just be the album then, wouldn’t it? Anyway. That aside, and putting away my disappointment atContinueContinue reading “Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds [Books]”
Shades of Magic, Volume 1: The Steel Prince – V.E. Schwab [Books]
I’ve mentioned it before, but I really am such a huge Schwab fan. I’m slowly making my way through her books, and have so far not been disappointed by a single one. The Shades of Magic series is definitely one of the best fantasy series’ I’ve read in a long time, and the ending ofContinueContinue reading “Shades of Magic, Volume 1: The Steel Prince – V.E. Schwab [Books]”
The Twilight Zone Radio Dramas, Volume 1 [Books]
Can you tell I am absolutely loving Audible? I try to mix up what I get, and so far I’ve tried non-fiction, full cast, fiction single person narration, and now The Twilight Zone Radio Dramas. Having grown up in the UK, The Twilight Zone wasn’t something I had access to. Not long after we first got together, IContinueContinue reading “The Twilight Zone Radio Dramas, Volume 1 [Books]”
Beauty – Sarah Pinborough [Books]
Tales From The Kingdoms Reviews: Poison / Charm If you previously read my reviews for Poison and Charm, you might notice I actually read the three books in this series quite close together. Almost as soon as I finished Poison, I ordered the next two, mainly because I was instantly gripped with the urge to read more. Beauty is the final installment inContinueContinue reading “Beauty – Sarah Pinborough [Books]”
Tiger Queen – Annie Sullivan [Books]
To rule Achra, Kateri – the king’s daughter and only child – must defeat her suitors to prove her right to rule. Gaining the crown means she can fulfil her promise to her dead mother to protect her people. Achra suffers with a long drought and frequent windstorms, made worse by the Desert Boys whoContinueContinue reading “Tiger Queen – Annie Sullivan [Books]”
Vicious – V.E. Schwab [Books]
It’s been just over a year now since I started reading books by V.E Schwab, and every single one has been absolute gold. I’m slowly building up my collection and working my way through her novels. So far, I’ve read the Shades of Magic trilogy, The Near Witch, and City of Ghosts, as well as the Steel Prince graphic novel more recently.ContinueContinue reading “Vicious – V.E. Schwab [Books]”
The Tales of Beedle the Bard – J.K Rowling [Books]
I originally read this book many years ago, shortly after its release, when a friend leant it to me in university. I remember finishing it in one sitting, and sort of enjoying it, but not enough that I ever really sought it out to read again. When this popped up as a free read onContinueContinue reading “The Tales of Beedle the Bard – J.K Rowling [Books]”
Unwrapping Words 