middle grade, Orilium, sports

Golden Girl: Aafiyah’s Journey Through Kleptomania

Hope everyone is doing well, September has been a busy month overall. I've been mostly focused on the Orilium magical readathon. I'm sorry to just be getting around to these reviews. I don't think I would have picked up Golden Girl by Reem Farqui if it hadn't been for the cover. It fit the prompt… Continue reading Golden Girl: Aafiyah’s Journey Through Kleptomania

Non fiction

Ace: What Asexuality Reveals about Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex Review

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

Disability, manga, romance

A Sign of Affection Volume 2

How is everyone's week going we are halfway through and I'm already excited about the month moving along. My move in date was changed from July 1st to August 1st but it was actually a good thing because packing is taking me so long. Anyways I've been enjoying the extra time to read. Unfortunately I've… Continue reading A Sign of Affection Volume 2

Non-Fiction

GenderQueer

The memoir by Maia Kobabe, known for using neopronouns, offers insights into eir journey of self-discovery outside traditional gender norms. Kobabe's experiences as an asexual and aromantic person resonate with the author, providing important representation for young readers. Despite controversial themes, the book's engaging storytelling garners a high rating of 4.5 stars.