"Survive the rooms. Conquer the Seasons. Win the prince." I’m so thrilled to be joining a blog tour for the very first time! I had the pleasure of reading an eARC of Empress of All Seasons by Emiko Jean. Thanks to Rafael of The Royal Polarbear Reads and Carmel of Bookable Reads for hosting. I'm … Continue reading PH Blog Tour: Empress of All Seasons by Emiko Jean (eARC)
Wanderbookbox Unboxing + GIVEAWAY
How long have you been waiting for your Hogwarts letter? I first met Harry Potter when I was in high school, some 18 years ago. I have loved the books for more than half of my life and I last reread them 4 years ago. I’m so thankful to WANDERBOOKBOX for bringing me the magic … Continue reading Wanderbookbox Unboxing + GIVEAWAY
Book Review: The Clothing of Books by Jhumpa Lahiri
"Dressing a book is an art, there's no doubt." How do you clothe a book? In this deeply personal reflection, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Jhumpa Lahiri explores the art of the book jacket from the perspectives of both reader and writer. Probing the complex relationships between text and image, author and designer, and art and commerce, … Continue reading Book Review: The Clothing of Books by Jhumpa Lahiri
Book Review: Pukiusap by Liv Strömquist / Beverly W. Siy
Pukiusap is a funny, informative and brave comic book by Swedish artist Liv Strömquist translated into Filipino by Beverly W. Siy. Originally published as Kunskapens frukt, Strömquist’s book is definitely a must-read with its fun and upbeat artwork serving as the perfect medium to discuss the rather controversial topic of the evolution of female sexuality … Continue reading Book Review: Pukiusap by Liv Strömquist / Beverly W. Siy
Book Review: The Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib (ARC)
"I am a child in a body that grew up too soon, found adulthood and real life a scam, and now is trying to lose enough weight to lift off the ground, fly away." Anna Roux was a professional dancer who followed the man of her dreams from Paris to Missouri. There, alone with her … Continue reading Book Review: The Girls at 17 Swann Street by Yara Zgheib (ARC)
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