New Books in Bloom
How is everyone's week going. I managed to get ahead this weekend so everything is going pretty good. I'm just finishing up my reivews for the books I got behind on from Netgalley. I mostly read comics for them and especially enjoyed this one. It Rhymes with Takei by George Takei is an important story… Continue reading It Rhymes with Takei: A Powerful Autobiography
This month I got a chance to read a book that had been on my radar for awhile. Interabled by Hannah and Shane Burcaw . The book deals with a topic I haven't seen dealt with that much elsewhere. The book focuses on the issues and challenges faced when one member of a couple is… Continue reading Understanding Disability in Relationships: Insights from ‘Interabled’
The content discusses "Fandom For Us, By Us," a book by Alfred L. Martin Jr. that examines Black fandoms through themes of class, clout, canon, and comfort. It highlights how Black fans engage with media differently than white fans, using examples from popular culture. The review praises its academic depth while noting its complexity.
I recieved this book through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. I've always been a fan of space so I was excited for this book. I really enjoyed learning about the history of women in NASA's space program. Synopsis This book for young readers is an excellent adaptation of the book of the same… Continue reading The Six: Women of NASA’s Space Program
I can't believe it is December everyone! My second favorite month of the year. Have any of you started decorating? I had my tree up by the second week of November, but I'm a bit of a Christmas nut. How is everyone doing on their reading goals. I surpassed mine and am now shooting for… Continue reading Essential Reads to Finish Before Year-End
You’re Probably Gayish by Mike Johnson and Kyle Getz explores stereotypes about gay men, tracing their origins and assessing their validity. Structured by chapters focusing on each stereotype, the book includes a quiz to evaluate readers' 'gayish' traits. It offers insights into the impact of stereotypes while being an accessible read.
The author shares her reading experiences while reviewing a graphic novel in the Huda series, which follows a high school junior navigating family changes and typical teen challenges. The semi-autobiographical story is relatable, particularly for young adults. The book, praised for its humor and insight into Muslim life, receives strong four stars.
One of the most engaging books I've read so far this year is White Fragility by Robin Diangelo. This was a complex read and I was sure to give it plenty of time. The main focus of the book talks about the nature of racism and how it has shifted in the US. While many… Continue reading Understanding ‘White Fragility’: A Deep Dive
As we are approaching the month's end, I thought I'd do an overview of what I've read for the Orilium Magical Readathon. I did pretty well when it came to the number of books this month. I read thirteen total for the month, six of which went to the readathon. I started out with What… Continue reading Orilium Overview
This book on asexuality has been on my list for awhile. I first saw it at the local queer bookstore. However I was reading Polysecure at the time and didn't have time for another social science-y read. I'm glad I got to it though, as it made some very important points. Ace, like most books… Continue reading Ace: What Asexuality Reveals about Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex Review
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