BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Angels by Rachel Churcher
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Angels by Rachel Churcher

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Our spotlight for today is shining on a new adult literary fiction: Angels by Rachel Churcher!

  • Title: Angels
  • Author: Rachel Churcher
  • Publication date: November 24th, 2023
  • Genre: Contemporary/Literary Fiction
  • Age group: New Adult
  • Length: 400 pages

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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Anathema and Tidbit by Stephanie Barr
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Anathema and Tidbit by Stephanie Barr

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Our spotlight for today is shining on a fantasy that has two of my favorite things… dragons and cats: Anathema and Tidbit by Stephanie Barr!

  • Title: Anathema and Tidbit
  • Author: Stephanie Barr
  • Publication date: October 17th, 2023
  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Age group: Adult
  • Length: 296 pages

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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: All In by Russell Isler
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: All In by Russell Isler

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Our spotlight for today is shining on a thriller featuring a vampire playboy: All In by Russell Isler!

  • Title: All In
  • Author: Russell Isler
  • Publication date: July 4th, 2023
  • Genre: Paranormal Thriller
  • Age group: Adult
  • Length: 396 pages

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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Agent, Mother, Other by Sharn Lee
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Agent, Mother, Other by Sharn Lee

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Our spotlight for today is shining on a science fiction thriller that sounds like it could keep you on the edge of your seat: Agent. Mother. Other. by Sharn Lee!

  • Title: Agent. Mother. Other.
  • Author: Sharn Lee
  • Publication date: November 17th, 2023
  • Genre: Science Fiction/Thriller
  • Age group: Adult
  • Length: 330 pages

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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Affliction by E.R. Smo
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: Affliction by E.R. Smo

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Our spotlight for today is shining on a YA fantasy that sounds stellar: Affliction by E.R. Smo!

  • Title: Affliction: Accrue’s End
  • Author: E.R. Smo
  • Publication date: October 27th, 2023
  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Age group: Young Adult
  • Length: 303 pages

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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: A Blend of Magic by Katie Kenzie
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BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight 2024: A Blend of Magic by Katie Kenzie

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Hello, reader!

Today on the blog, I’m helping the Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award (BBNYA) spotlight all the books that made it to the semi-finals! We had an incredible line up of novels in 2024, which was very exciting for me as a panelist. My TBR grew exponentially just from reading my assigned excerpts! So, even though I didn’t delve into every semi-finalist, they all deserve a shout-out because the competition was tough this year.

But what is BBNYA, exactly? It is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 16 finalists and one overall winner. It’s a way to celebrate indie novels, which don’t get nearly enough love, and hopefully bring more attention to indie authors and indie publishing in general.

If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official. BBNYA is brought to you in association with the @Foliosociety (if you love beautiful books, you NEED to check out their website!) and the book blogger support group @The_WriteReads.

Now, let’s get this spotlight tour started with a Christmas romance: A Blend of Magic by Katie Kenzie!

  • Title: A Blend of Magic
  • Author: Katie Kenzie
  • Publication date: October 31st, 2023
  • Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Women’s Fiction
  • Age group: Adult
  • Length: 388 pages

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Blog Tour: Songlight by Moira Buffini
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Blog Tour: Songlight by Moira Buffini

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Hello, reader!

I’m back with another The Write Reads blog tour post! Today is my stop on the tour for a new sci-fi dystopian novel that is bleak and hopeful all at the same time: Songlight by Moira Buffini. This is a dark tale that introduces us to a fascinating group of people that are fighting to make the world better.

Before I get to my review, I have people to thank. First, thank you to Dave @ The Write Reads and all of the crew for giving me a spot on this tour! Second, thank you to the author and the publisher, Faber, for providing me with a free ARC of the book so that I could participate in this tour. It is, as always, appreciated!

Now, let’s get the post.

  • Title: Songlight
  • Author: Moira Buffini
  • Publisher: Faber
  • Publication date: September 3rd, 2024
  • Length: 384 pages
  • Genre: Science Fiction/Dystopia
  • Age group: Young Adult/Adult
  • Content/Trigger Warnings: War, slavery, violence, torture, death, emotional abuse, genocide, sexism, xenophobia

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Set in a post-apocalyptic future, Songlight is an extraordinary debut from a renowned screenwriter. A cinematic masterpiece in storytelling, the explosive first book in the Torch Trilogy – the hottest release of the decade!

They are hunting those who shine . . .

Don’t be deceived by Northaven’s prettiness, by its white-wash houses and sea views. Many of its townsfolk are ruthless hunters. They revile those who have developed songlight, the ability to connect telepathically with others. Friends, neighbours, family will turn on each other in an instant. Lark has lived in grave danger ever since her own songlight emerged. Then she encounters a young woman in peril, from a city far away. An extraordinary bond is forged. But when power is everything, how will they survive?

An extraordinary new trilogy from an award-winning, internationally acclaimed screenwriter, Songlight promises to set the world alight!

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#5OnMyTBR – Lighthearted
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#5OnMyTBR – Lighthearted

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#5OnMyTBR is a bookish meme hosted by E. @ Local Bee Hunter’s Nook where you chose five books from your to-be-read pile that fit that week’s theme. If you’d like more info, head over to the announcement post!

Hello, reader!

I hope you’ve had a wonderful weekend. Though the work week has just started for most of us, I’m looking forward to some sunny weather and preparing for my birthday the week after! Before all that, though, it’s time for another 5 On My TBR. This week is all about chill vibes because I’ll be talking about five lighthearted books that I want to read. This took a bit of finding because I read a lot of dramatic stuff, I’m realizing, haha. Still, I do like a more whimsical moment and I managed to pick five that I’m eager to pick up soon.

That being said, let’s dive on in!

#1. Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree

This is the prequel to Legends & Lattes, which was definitely a lighthearted read, so I’m hoping the prequel is similar. I love Viv a whole bunch and I’m excited to see her before she bought her coffeeshop. I will miss the other characters from the first novel (especially Thimble!), but I’m intrigued by Viv’s reading journey, haha. And I need to know who that little owl-dog-thing is on the front. It is an actual necessity.

#2. A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers

I don’t know if I can really count this one as “lighthearted”… the first book in this series, A Psalm for the Wild-Built made me tear up. At the same time, though, it certainly made my heart feel full, so I think that counts! I’ve been wanting to continue the series for quite some time now. I just can’t justify spending almost 20 bucks for a book that’s barely over 100 pages, haha. I need to hunt it down at my library and finally give it a read.

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Magical Readathon: Orilium Autumn Equinox 2024 TBR
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Magical Readathon: Orilium Autumn Equinox 2024 TBR

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Hello, reader!

Not only is it now the best month ever (September may or may not be my birth month, haha) but it’s time for the Autumn Equinox at Orilium Academy! I’m excited to participate in yet another round of this super fun readathon that is filled with imagination. My character is well on her way to completing another year of study to become a Beast Master, but she has one more term to get through to become an Adept.

But what is the Magical Readathon? It is the brain child of the marvelous G @ Book Roast, who created the world of Aeldia, where Orilium dwells, and every aspect therein. It’s an incredibly creative readathon where you build a character, choose and guild, and guide your character through classes to achieve their calling. I am notoriously bad at giving all the details in a coherent way, so you should definitely watch G’s announcement video for the scoop:

My Character

Before I jump into my TBR for this round, I wanted to re-introduce you all to the character I created for this readathon! She’s living her best life at this magical academy so far.

✨✨✨Name: Korrin Musgrave✨✨✨
✨✨✨Guild: The Order of the Crescent Moon✨✨✨
✨✨✨Current Guild Standing: Exalted (440 gp)✨✨✨
✨✨✨ Conduit: Quarterstaff ✨✨✨
✨✨✨Legacy: Wolf familiar (Venandi)✨✨✨
✨✨✨Background: Wildling✨✨✨
✨✨✨Province: Irtheria✨✨✨
✨✨✨Heritage: Earthling (earth element)✨✨✨

Don’t know what any of that means? You can check out the Brief History of Aeldia on the Google drive. The drive also has the syllabus for this round and lots of other incredibly imaginative information all from the mind of G!

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#5OnMyTBR – Multiple POVs
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#5OnMyTBR – Multiple POVs

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#5OnMyTBR is a bookish meme hosted by E. @ Local Bee Hunter’s Nook where you chose five books from your to-be-read pile that fit that week’s theme. If you’d like more info, head over to the announcement post!

Hello, reader!

It’s time for another 5 On My TBR and, this time, we’re talking about books with multiple POVs. I have quite a few on my TBR, so it took some winnowing down to pick only five, haha. I decided to pick five that I already own since I’m really trying to read my owned books instead of buying more. My poor bookcases can’t handle any more😅

That being said, let’s dive on in!

#1. Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

I’ve been meaning to read this YA thriller since I purchased it which was years ago. I even started reading it shortly after I purchased it and just… stopped. I can’t remember why because I remember enjoying what I’ve read! This novel follows two teens at a prestigious school who start to be harassed by a mysterious person who is trying to ruin their lives. I’m hoping to get to it soon and, if the reviews are anything to go by, I’m going to love it.

#2. The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

I still need to finish the first Mistborn trilogy, but I’m also eager to start the Stormlight Archives! I would wait until the series is complete but that’s not gonna happen for awhile, haha. Although, I suppose the first series is only supposed to be five books, right? Either way, I do want to pick this up soon. It’s just… intimidating and I’m already reading so. many. series! If anyone can convince me to start a new one, though, it would be Brando Sando.

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