New Books in Bloom
Crumble, a graphic novel for ages 8-12, centers on Emily, who, alongside her family, can bake emotions into food. After her aunt experiences a tragedy, Emily struggles with grief and baking rules. The story explores serious themes with magic, complemented by appealing artwork and recipes. The book releases on November 19th.
Hungry Heart is an LGBTQ cooking graphic novel centered on Laurie, a writer who interviews the famous chef Oryan Adiei. As they bond over cooking and life, Laurie grapples with journalistic ethics while Oryan confronts personal and professional challenges. The story balances vibrancy with serious themes, ending positively yet open to future developments.
Hope everyone is having a good November so far. I wanted to get in this post before we all shift over to thinking about Christmas. I enjoy a good fall drink probably the most of all, even more so than a peppermint drink. So I wanted to feature some books that remind me of them.… Continue reading Top Fall Books to Enjoy with Your Favorite Drinks
Do you like updated retellings of classical stories? Are you a Jane Austen fan? Do you like all sorts of relationship drama and a lovely LGBTQIA+ cast of characters, if any of the above are true you should pick up Mismatched. Hope everyone is doing well. I wanted to share my thoughts on a graphic… Continue reading Mismatched: A Modern Twist on Jane Austen’s Emma
The post describes the author's enjoyable Halloween experience and a book titled "Crumbs" by Danie Stirling. The story follows Ray, a WOC seer aspiring to join her magical city's council while navigating friendships and romantic feelings with Laurie, a struggling musician. The narrative emphasizes healthy relationships and features a diverse cast. The author rates the book five stars.
The Remarried Empress follows Empress Navier and Emperor Sovieshu, whose marriage is threatened by his attraction to Rashta, a new courtier. Amid political intrigue, Navier communicates with a secret admirer, leading her to consider a divorce if she can remarry. The first volume promises compelling drama and strong characters.
Navigating with You is a heartfelt sapphic romance between Neesha, a disabled activist, and Gabby, a carefree surfer. They bond over a shared love of manga while exploring personal challenges. Their evolving friendship highlights themes of identity, disability, and self-worth, culminating in a poignant moment at a comic convention. A charming and relatable read.
In November, the author plans to focus on books by Indigenous authors, including "The Truth According to Ember," a contemporary romance about a Chickasaw woman, and "Never Whistle At Night," a dark fiction anthology. Other picks include poetry by Tayi Tibble, a fantasy novel by Moniquill Blackgoose, and the middle-grade tale "Eagle Drums."
Several upcoming comic releases in November include "The Fade," a coming-of-age story exploring a viral phenomenon; "Kahhori Shaper of Worlds," featuring an Indigenous heroine in the Marvel Universe; "Teen Titans Starfire," which reimagines Kori and Kira's origins; "Love Advice from the Grand Duke of Hell," focused on unconventional dating guidance; and "Girl in the Midnight Gown," where Lela searches for her missing sister in a magical realm.
I'm eating up this manga like candy. Cat + Gamer is a great world to dip your toes into at the end of a long day. The art is crispy and cute and the story is homey. In this volume Musubi starts to grow into a bigger kitten and Riko begins to learn what it's… Continue reading Riko and Musubi: A Gamer’s Feline Journey
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