New Books in Bloom
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.
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.
Molly Knox Ostertag's "The Deep Dark" features Magdalena Herrera, a high school senior caring for her grandmother while hiding a monstrous secret. As she reconnects with childhood friend Nessa, romantic feelings complicate her isolation. The story explores themes of identity, trauma, and love, with strong LGBTQIA+ representation. A thrilling, five-star read. Check out Ostertag on IG at molly_ostertag
In October, the author shares excitement for the season and highlights upcoming cozy and spooky book releases. Notable titles include "The Dark Becomes Her," "The Inheritance of Scars," and stories addressing missing Indigenous women, such as "Find Her" and "Little Moons." Each narrative explores deep themes and unique characters.
Hope the first few weeks of September have been going well for everyone. I've gotten quite a lot read. Unfortunately I haven't done as much as I would like for Orilium, I was always better in the clutch with readathons but I don't want to cut it too thin. The first read of the month… Continue reading Weekly Reading Report
Who are some of the authors you read no matter what they put out? One of my favorites is Marieke Nijkamp they have a vast backlist including work for tie ins to Vox Machina. But my favorite works by them include their works that focus on disability, such as the Oracle Code, Unbroken and If… Continue reading Marieke Nijkamp: Writing Disabilities & Empowerment | Book Review
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