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A Honeymoon of Grave Consequence by Stephanie Burgis – Review

cosy fantasy at its best, filled with supernatural folklore, found family warmth, and the fresh spark of newlywed romance. A short book with a big heart, it is the perfect escape into magic, humour and love.

Magic, Maps, and Mischief by David Green – Cover Reveal

If you love cosy fantasy, character-driven stories, or are simply looking for a warm and comforting read, this one is absolutely worth picking up. And if, like me, you have been craving authentic autistic representation in fantasy, this book will mean even more.

The Queen of Hearts by Colleen Oakes – Review

I loved all the references to the original story because it still felt fresh while interweaving so many clever little details. 

Death’s Emissary by Emily Devereux – Review

a really promising debut that stands out in the crowded YA fantasy space with a fresh take on mythology and a darkly compelling concept.

SPFBO 10 Champions League: By Blood, By Salt by J. L. Odom – Review

A beautiful book, beautifully written.

A Winter’s Mercy by Phil Williams – Coming Soon

I cannot wait to see what new landscapes, monsters, and moral questions this book will throw at me. Winter is coming to the Blood Scouts, and I’m ready for every hard, bloody, unforgettable page.

Little Thieves by Margaret Owen – Review

Gritty fairytale vibes, thorny moral questions, and some really great queer rep made this one worth picking up.

Tournament of Shadows, Books 4–6 by Tilly Wallace – Review

...this series has given me comfort, mystery, magic, friendship, and a strong heroine who refuses to accept the role society tries to force on her.

The Nobleman’s Guide to Scandal and Shipwrecks by Mackenzie Lee – Review

Highly recommended, especially if you’re looking for mental health rep that feels both grounded and empathetic.

Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire – Review

nd unsettling, tender and terrifying. It’s about grief, identity, longing, and self-acceptance. It's a murder mystery, a love letter to weird kids, and a meditation on the doors we wish we could open, or reopen. A beautiful, brutal little gem of a book.