New Books in Bloom
March has been a pretty calm month. I am very thankful for that after the stress of January and February especially. This month has given me more time to read and get ahead on my goals. I did better about reading every day and engaging with my followers on social media. I'm up to almost… Continue reading Exploring Diverse Stories: March Reads Overview
I decided to take a little break from reading for a couple of days. Now I'm happy to be back doing reviews and getting on top of my reading goals. One of the most recent books I've read was by one of my favorite author's K. ONeil. Many know K. ONeil from The Tea Dragon… Continue reading K. ONeil’s A Song for You and I: A Cozy Graphic Novel Review
I hope everyone is having a good week. I'm enjoying time off before my next class with my friends. I've been playing oneshots and working on D&D games mostly but I've also been getting chances to read. Synopsis I enjoyed the History of Everything. It focuses on two teen goth girls Agnes and Daisy. These… Continue reading Friendship and Nostalgia: Review of ‘The History of Everything’
The graphic novel "Fitting Indian" by Jyoti Chand explores mental health challenges in South Asian communities through the story of Nitasha, who struggles with parental expectations and feelings of isolation. As she spirals into self-destructive behaviors, she learns to confront her issues and advocate for mental health awareness alongside her mother. The novel provides a raw depiction of these important themes.
In March, the author enjoys reading, particularly "Lu and Ren's Guide to Geozoology," a graphic novel blending English and Chinese cultures with mythical creatures. The story follows Lu, searching for her missing grandmother, and explores family dynamics through her relationship with Ren. Despite some predictability, the cozy and engaging tale highlights emerging talent Angela Hsieh.
The author reflects on a difficult month marked by health issues and the loss of their cat. Despite these challenges, they remained productive, enjoying various books, including "Immortal Dark" and "We Still Belong." They look forward to resuming regular blogging and sharing their reading experience for March.
The author recounts a recent emergency gallbladder surgery, which disrupted their routine but allowed for some reading. They review "Hoops" by Matt Tavares, a graphic novel about a girls' basketball team in 1970s Indiana. The story parallels current discussions on gender in sports, earning it a four-star rating for its engaging narrative and art.
The Best Worst Summer of Esme Sun, by Wendy Wan-Long Shang, follows Esme as she navigates swimming, friendships, and her mother's expectations. Struggling with her identity and relationships, Esme faces challenges involving competition and social dynamics. The book explores themes of self-discovery and parental influence, making it relatable for young teens. It offers an engaging, relatable narrative and swimming insights.
I hope you all are doing well. As I write this a winter storm is due to hit today. I hope my power stays on. I have a lot of things to do. Schoolwork and D&D are my main tasks, but I have others too. I just wanted to drop in and bring you my… Continue reading Witchlight Review: A Charming Queer Graphic Novel
The summary reflects on the graphic novel "Himawari House," which explores the lives of three exchange students—Nao, Hyejung, and Tina—in Tokyo. They face personal challenges related to cultural heritage and family expectations while forming a strong bond. The novel's black-and-white art and multilingual dialogue enhance the narrative, making it relatable and engaging.
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