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Bookish goals for 2026
Read more: Bookish goals for 2026Last year, I set a reading goal of 30 books. I got to 41. While I would love to raise the stakes higher, I also know that I love setting realistic goals for myself. This year, I will be graduating with my master’s degree. Everyone clap. So I will be focused on that for the…
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MarinaJo’s Top Reads of 2025
Read more: MarinaJo’s Top Reads of 2025I read 41 books in 2025, and I had a blast with most of them. In a year filled with madness, I was able to escape into fantastical worlds of romance, fun and intrigue. My top reads include my five-star reads, but they also include books that opened new doorways. Without further ado, in no…
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The ultimate Halloween duology
Read more: The ultimate Halloween duologyAutumn is my favorite season. The weather is perfect—chilly and a little spooky. The fireplace gets turned on, and sweaters make their return. It’s also the time for enchanting, Halloween reads. Witches are still all the rage, but the best duology I’ve read in recent memory is about vampires (Vampyers) and werewolves (Weres). Ali Hazelwood’s…
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I read “Harry Potter” for the first time at 31. Was it worth it?
Read more: I read “Harry Potter” for the first time at 31. Was it worth it?I’ve probably watched the Harry Potter films a hundred times. I’m not kidding. They’re part of a collection of comfort movies I return to again and again. However—and don’t come for me—I’ve never actually read the books. With autumn finally here, and the weather turning crisp enough for blankets and hot drinks, it felt like…
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BookTok Made Me Read It: “The Pumpkin Spice Cafe”. Was It Worth It?
Read more: BookTok Made Me Read It: “The Pumpkin Spice Cafe”. Was It Worth It?When I was deciding whether or not to read “The Pumpkin Spice Café” by Laurie Gilmore (yes, I see what you did there, Lorelai), I turned to the reviews. One in particular caught my eye, essentially saying: “I can’t believe this was recommended on GMA! I thought it was a lighthearted fall romance, but there’s…
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“Onyx Storm”: A Deep Dive into Emotional Fantasy
Read more: “Onyx Storm”: A Deep Dive into Emotional Fantasy“Onyx Storm” by Rebecca Yarros absolutely wrecked me—in the best possible way. Five stars, no hesitation. This book had me laughing, crying and genuinely questioning my emotional stability… but also kind of cheering on a love that might be just a little too toxic to be healthy. Don’t worry, I’m judging myself for liking it!…
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