#Bestselling motorcycles

[myreygn]

kny modern au - characters: hashira

includes: gyomei, tengen, giyuu, sanemi, obanai, kanae, kyojuro, mitsuri, shinobu, muichiro

HUGE thanks and shout out to @giggly-squiggily and @trans-ace-lee for their contributions to this au and indulging my brainrots ♡

inspiration was taken from the german school system because that's what i grew up and am most familiar with:

ages 2-6 (flexible, not mandatory): kindergarten

ages 6-10 (grades 1-4): elementary school

ages 10/11-16/17 (grades 5-10): "secondary school", the diploma qualifies you for an education outside of university (craft sector, social sector etc)

ages 16/17-18/19 (grades 11-12): "upper school", the diploma qualifies you for university

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Himejima Gyomei (27, theology major)

grew up in a buddhist orphanage after his parents gave him up because they were ableist idiots who didn't want to raise a blind child

had a very happy childhood, has never been adopted and isn't upset about it in the slightest

went on a spiritual journey for five years after school and wrote a bestseller book about it

started going to university at age 23, helps out at the orphanage whenever he can

has a seeing-eye dog named Curry (a four year old black labrador and the only being on earth he would kill for, he got her when he returned from his journey)

can afford his own flat and lives right next to the orphanage with Curry

advocate for a more inclusive university life and very active in groups fighting for disability rights, both on and off campus

Uzui Tengen (23, music major)

was somewhat of a public figure from a very young age because the Uzui clan is one the richest, most powerful families in the country and everyone in town knows who they are

always hated his parents and moved out at 18, got a small fortune (that's rich people slang for a ton of money, source: trust me) from a cool uncle and used it to open a night club which is very popular with the locals

has no contact to his siblings (even tho he'd like to) and avoids all of his dad's properties like the plague

started going to university at age 20 because he wanted to do something with his passion

plays a bunch of instruments (piano, harp, guitar, violin, shamizen, koto and like ten different types of flute)

lives with his girlfriends in an almost-a-mansion and throws the best partys anyone has ever been to

Tomioka Giyuu (21, philosophy major)

his parents died when he was three years old and him and his sister went through foster care until she came off age and became his legal guardian, they're super close

has been studying several martial arts at Urokodaki's dojo since he was in elementary school

picked philosophy as a major because he had no idea what else to do but it's actually fun??

he mostly just sits in the back and draws stick figures but once a week he'll say something that makes everyone rethink their entire life (no one really understands what's happening inside his head but his professors are convinced he's a genius)

teaches little kids in the dojo because Urokodaki thinks it'd be good for him, he's slowly warming up to it

the type of peanut allergy where his throat closes up at the sight of them, when they were in fifth grade Sanemi almost killed him because he didn't know about it and it delayed their friendship by roughly two years

Shinazugawa Sanemi (21, physics major)

abusive pos dad got stabbed when he was ten, helped his mom raise his younger siblings and is super close with all of them

moved out at 20 when his mom encouraged him to spend more time at university, roommates with Obanai, Giyuu and Sabito

colorblind from birth and dysgraphic when it comes to handwriting, uses recording devices and laptops in class

used to get into a lot of fights in school and still works on not doing that™, most people think he's scary and a delinquent (and also a murderer because it's kinda sus that none of the family members showed up at their dad's funeral)

biker, the motorcycle has wind art on it and he mostly uses it to pick up the tons of children that somehow snuck into his friend circle and take Kanae on drives, loves bringing his guitar to play her something in the moonlight

suffered through school for the most part, a new teacher (Kagaya) in tenth grade inspired him to finish "upper school" and study physics

loves Gyomei's dog like a daughter

Kocho Kanae (21, biology major)

lives with her family and has no plans of moving out until she finishes university, helps a ton in the household

the best big sister ever, drives all of her sisters and their friends around and picks them up at 3am when they're stranded somewhere (also doesn't pretend to hate it, unlike certain other older siblings with their own vehicles)

has always been into gardening and is really getting into permaculture, puts plants wherever she can and loves flowers

most of her cooking ingredients are from her own garden, vegetarian (everything she cooks or bakes will be the best thing you ever ate)

has the voice of an angel, Sumi, Kiyo and Naho refuse to go to bed without her singing them a lullaby

christmas is her favorite time of the year, she goes all out with planning the festivities and getting everyone gifts and needs three whole days to recharge afterwards

has to wear a biteguard when she's stressed because she'll start clenching her teeth in her sleep and works really hard to keep it a secret from everyone

Iguro Obanai (21, philosophy major)

somewhat of a local legend, not by his own doing but by people just making shit up about him

grew up in a cult of which all the members were killed in a fire with him being the only survivor and a huge news story all across the country at age 12

moved to another city as soon as he was old enough to start anew but the rumors follow him everywhere (and it doesn't help that he talks to his snake)

mostly annoyed by the rumors but also likes to use them to scare people of who are being super pushy or harassing his friends (that's the first time in his life he found friends, he can and will commit atrocious crimes on their behalf)

originally enrolled in zoology, then switched majors when the professors wanted to use Kaburamaru as a test subject

spends his time in philosophy class taking a stance against whatever Giyuu says and has an entire folder filled with essays criticizing his statements

always carries headphones with him, listens to lofi because he likes it, mcr because he feels it in his soul and doom metal solely to fuck with tengen ("Screaming is not music!")

Rengoku Kyojuro (20, history major)

still lives at home with his dad and brother because he didn't want to leave Senjuro behind, spends most of his time out of the house tho and is looking for a flat right now

works parttime at a restaurant that's called Umainia and his friends have yet to figure out whether he says "Umai" all the time because he likes his food or to advertise his work place

slightly hearing impaired, has hearing aids prescribed that he just forgets to put in at all times

doesn't have a driver's license, goes by bike everywhere no matter the weather

gets close to people easily, is well beloved amongst Senjuro's friends and also makes an effort to get to know them so he can be sure Senjuro's in good hands

regularly forgets people's names but never their birthdays

collects old books and learned a bunch of old languages just to be able to read them

Kanroji Mitsuri (19, art major)

still lives at home because she wants to stay with her family and help take care of her siblings, also claims that she had invested too much time in her room to just leave it behind (her room looks like every cool fluffy fairy core room you have ever seen on pinterest, it's the coziest place on earth)

if there's a sanrio themed version of stuff she needs, she's getting it, no questions asked.

slightly allergic to dogs, she doesn't care though and cuddles with Curry all the time, she calls it confrontation therapy (it works)

animal lover in general, she even built a little terrarium in her room so Kaburamaru has a comfy spot for his naps when Obanai stays over

has kept every drawing she ever made and sometimes looks through them for inspiration, also likes to track her progress that way

there's a coffee shop across the street from her house where she has been customer of the month every month consistently for four years as well as an honorary mention ever since she was six

Kocho Shinobu (18, student)

in her last year of school and likely about to graduate with a perfect score

founder and president of the first aid club, also head of the student council and an active member on every committee the school has to offer

recently got her driver's license but keeps it a secret so she doesn't have to play chauffeur for her sisters

effectively avoids getting asked out for dates by being very scary™ (and taking jiu jitsu classes since elementary school), she's also your go to person when creepy weirdos won't leave you alone

loves cooking with her sisters and often shares her own recipes with Kanao, she also has her own little corner in Kanae's garden where she plants stuff that she uses to make her own medicine

has a lot on her plate with school and her clubs and some volunteer stuff she does here and there, so she goes to the local animal shelter once a week to cuddle and play with the cats and dogs there, it's her little safe zone to unwind and she doesn't tell anyone about it

the biggest fan of psychological thrillers you will ever meet

Tokito Muichiro (14, student)

in eighth grade and no one knows how he did it but everyone suspects that his brother took at least some of his exams in his place

he's not bad at school per se but he just can't memorize stuff, you're lucky if he knows your name after sitting next to each other for six months

is a member of the cooking club tho and absolutely thriving there, he never goes by recipe and creates the most delicious things but he won't tell anyone his secret ingredients because he can't remember them either

absolutely loves visiting his friends' houses, he's so happy seeing how their rooms reflect them

followed Yuichiro everywhere all throughout elementary school, then made his first friend in fifth grade (Tanjiro of course) and has been getting more and more independent ever since

constantly misses bus stops or takes trains in the wrong direction and is always late because of it, however he has also acquired an extensive knowledge of the town and can give you directions to pretty much everywhere

tries his very best to remember his friends' birthdays but forgets his own every year because it just kinda slips his mind that he has the same birthday as Yuichiro

[zexalisliving]

Ok. It's official. Chapter one of Bonds Beyond Time Again is out. And I'm posting here on Tumblr first. Most specifically to @darlingasta-not and @pileofrocksjh.

Details and story under the cut.

Enjoy

Bonds Beyond Time Again is a novel (i think) about the Yugioh multiverse for DM to Vrains, except in one world. Everythings fun and games until something strange starts happening when the bestseller at Kalin's Bookstore of Doujinshi and More keeps giving strange side effects to the readers. But there's more. Dark Mist seems to be the one behind it all...

I've really only watched the sub of zexal, so I use Dub names and things from the sub may be missing. (eg Jaden is still in Slifer Red).

Also, You can read it on Fanfiction.net and Wattpad if you would prefer.

Other than that, there's not much else to talk about, other than my absolutely psycho headcanons. Check out my post about them to learn more.

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Yugi woke up one sunny morning. He hopped out of bed, pulling the Millennium Puzzle off the nightstand and over his head. After he got his typical outfit on, he left his bedroom and went downstairs to the game shop.

He saw Solomon on his back holding flowers with a note on them. It said

“Hope you like the present, dork. Your grandpa sure did! Ahahaha! -Kaiba” It was weird that he decided to write himself laughing. 

This was usual, however, as Kaiba would often take advantage of Solomon’s arthritis and pose him with various objects. Messing with old people was quite fun for Kaiba. 

Yugi walked around him and skipped out of the store. “Bye, Grandpa!” he called behind him.

After he closed the door, he turned around to see Joey. 

“Hey, Yuge! Ready ta’ go?” he asked.

“Yep!” 

The two had planned to go to the new race track that had opened about a week before. Apparently, new Duelists from around the world had created a trend of dueling on motorcycles called “Duel Runners”, so Yugi and Joey wanted to check it out.

When they arrived, Yugi was greeted by an old friend. 

“Hey, I remember you! You’re Yusei!” Yugi said with excitement. 

“And you’re Yugi!” Yusei said. “So, how has it been since the defeat of Paradox? I was in a different dimension, so I didn’t know about the state of the rest of the universe… that wouldn’t explain why I’m here though…”

“It’s been good, right Joey?” Yugi turned to his best friend. 

“Uh… uh…” Joey didn’t quite know what to say. Yugi was acting all familiar with a guy who he didn’t recall ever meeting. And he’s from a different dimension too?

“Well, we’re here to see the Duel Runners, so we’ve gotta’ head to the ticket exchange booth.” Yugi said. “Do you want to come with?” 

“Sure.” 

Yusei followed Yugi and Joey to the ticket booth, where all three of them turned in their tickets.

On the way to the seats, Yugi began talking with Yusei. “You know, I’m kind of surprised that you decided against being in the tournament,” he admitted. 

“I figured that I’d sit this one out, to see what it’s like from the crowd.” Yusei said.

That’s when the three of them arrived at their seats and sat down. 

Then the show began. Some duelists showed off their ultra-glammered Duel Runners while others performed tricks and dueled each other.

In the middle of a duel between a teen named Billy and a teen named Jonothan, Yugi heard a voice from beside him say “Aw, yeah! This is awesome!” 

He turned to see a boy with strange pink and deep blue gravity-defying hair holding his fists up excitedly as he watched the ongoing duel. 

“Hey, um, who are you?” he asked. 

“Oh!” the boy looked at him. “I’m Yuma, Yuma Tsukumo.” he held out his hand. “What about you?” 

Yugi scratched the back of his head and shook his hand. “I’m Y-Yugi Muto.” 

Yuma’s eyes widened at the name. “You’re… you’re the Yugi Muto! You’re the King of Games!”

Yugi blushed. “Well, I couldn’t have done it without Yami,” he said.

“Yami..?” Yuma asked, puzzled.

“Well, his real name is Atem. But I call him Yami. He was a pharaoh from 5,000 years ago!... But after he defeated an evil guy named Zorc, he got trapped in my Millennium Puzzle.” Yugi said, holding the golden item up for Yuma to see. “He had amnesia after I put my puzzle back together, and so me and my friends helped him regain them by going into the world of his memories! But then, for him to go to the spirit world, I had to duel him… and I won but… he had to leave. I was sad for a while, but then he returned! He’s in my puzzle right now.” 

Yuma blinked a couple of times. It was strange for sure, but not out of the ordinary for him.

“That’s cool!” he said.

Before he could say any more, Astral emerged from the Emperor’s Key. “Where are we, Yuma?” he asked, looking around. “It is quite crowded.” 

Yugi, who had resumed watching the game, looked over quickly when he saw the large flash of light. “Who’s that?” he asked. 

“Oh! This is Astral. I’m surprised you can see him. Not many can. He’s my buddy.” Yuma said.

“I see. Kind of like me and Yami?” Yugi asked. 

“Yeah.” 

Yugi took a moment to think before speaking again. “Hey, it seems that both me and you are connected to our partners through strange golden pendants, though I don’t know what yours does,” he said, looking down at his Millennium Puzzle, as it shone brightly. “Mine’s for containing a pocket dimension.” Yuma said. “My dad gave it to me when I was younger. It’s how I do my Kattobingu!” 

“Kattobingu?” Yugi wondered. 

“Kattobingu is like… like when you want to reach your goals, and you do it with all your might! And you don’t ever give up! Never ever!” Yuma said with a smile. 

Yugi smiled back at him. He reminded him of Joey, just a little bit. 

“So, it’s used almost like a home for Astral. He stored the Numbers there once.” Yuma said.

“What’s a ‘Number’?” Yugi asked. 

“A Number is… or was… a piece of Astral’s memory. They were split into over a hundred cards! I first met Astral when I unlocked a door and all the Numbers came out. Then me and him had to find them all. But get this,” Yuma said, holding a finger up. “He’d disappear if I lost a duel with Numbers on the line, so we had to be really careful. Later we met Kite, a Number Hunter, and then we obtained the power of Zexal, and then there was a tournament, and a big war between Astral World, the Barian World, and Earth. Oh, that was intense! But after we won, I had to duel Astral for the fate of Barian World, and I won, so he left, but like Yami, he’s back now. Obviously.” 

“I get it.” Yugi said, turning back to watch the duel. Billy was standing atop his Duel Runner waving to the crowd while Jonothan was on his knees crying beside his crashed runner.

“I guess Billy won,” Yugi murmured to himself. 

Astral looked at Yugi and looked at Yuma. “Who is this… “Yami?” he asked.

“Yugi says that he’s a lot like you, but I’ve never met him. He says that he’s a pharaoh who lives in a puzzle around his neck! They’re friends.” Yuma answered.

Astral placed his hand under his chin. “I see… You have talked about this ‘King of Games’ a lot. He seems to be an important individual.” he said. 

Yuma nodded. “Yeah.”

Joey looked over to see Astral, but he figured he wouldn’t even ask. After all, the day was getting weirder and weirder.

A couple hours of dueling and racing later, the event had ended. It was 5:30 and Yusei had already gone home. 

Yuma, Yugi and Joey were chatting as they made their way to Kame Game. 

“Hey Yugi?” Yuma asked. “How many tournaments have you won?”

“I’ve lost count!” Yugi answered. 

 “Oh, wow!” Yuma exclaimed. 

“Say, what about you? How many have you won?” Yugi asked. 

“Um… one…” Yuma murmured as he kicked a rock.

Yugi chuckled. “Hey, Joey!” he said, prompting Joey to look at him. “He’s won more tournaments than you!” 

Joey scowled. “Ey! Dat’s not nice, Yuge! I’m way betta’ than him!” 

Yugi chuckled. “I know, Joey, I was just messing with you!” 

Yuma looked over. “What do you mean ‘I know’? I could beat him easy-peasy!” he said, holding his fists up.

“Oh, yeah? Bring it on!” Joey said, setting up his Duel Disk. 

They both got their decks ready, but that’s when Yuma remembered something. 

“Aw, nuts!” he scrambled to get his deck back into it’s case. “I’m gonna’ be late!” 

“Wait! Where are you going?” Joey asked. 

“I’m going to Kalin’s Bookstore before it closes!” He ran off, waving goodbye to Yugi and Joey. 

Yugi blinked a couple times. “Um… well… I’m going to go home now Joey. See you tomorrow!” He started running back to Kame Game, which was just about a block away. 

Joey stared at him and then looked back to where Yuma had run off to. 

“Today has been a weird day,” he said.

[thelollipoplux]

Cupid's Corner | In Focus: Buck

Buck embodies an adventurous soul, reveling in his nomadic lifestyle. Roaming the country on his cherished motorcycle alongside his fluffy Alaskan Malamute, Ruby, he continuously seeks thrilling escapades. Together, Buck and Ruby have embarked on countless journeys, culminating most recently in conquering the peak of Mount Komorebi.

Having recently taken up residence in the peculiar town of StrangerVille, Buck aims to contemplate his past decisions and confront the inner turmoil that has long haunted him. Whether he's unwinding at the 8 Bells bar or trekking through nature with Ruby, Buck can often be found embracing these activities. And during quieter moments, he can be spotted cruising along deserted evening roads on his motorcycle.

Buck finds solace in the world of books and the craft of writing. This passion emerged during a dark period in his life and swiftly evolved into one of his pillars of strength. Chronicling his escapades, Buck curates captivating narratives on his blog titled "Buck and Ruby do Adventures." Alongside this, he's engrossed in crafting a book series centered around a mysterious town harboring enigmatic secrets—a project he aspires to see published in the future.

Despite his past romantic endeavors, including marriage, Buck has shied away from long-term commitments. However, as time advances, he begins to sense a yearning for companionship. Eager to explore the realm of love, he's now open to welcoming romance into his life.

Additional information about Buck can be found below.

Aspiration

Bestselling Author

Job

Manual Laborer (Level 3)

Skills

Rock Climbing (8), Writing (7), Handiness (6), Guitar (6), Fitness (5), Fishing (5), Horse Riding (4), Cooking (4), Nectar Making (3), Gardening (2).

Traits

Adventurous, Self-Assured, Noncommittal, Muser, Morning Person, Night Owl, Frugal, Free Services, Stoves and Grills Master, Shameless, Carefree, Independent, Professional Slacker, Storm Chaser, Iceproof, Heatproof, Great Kisser, Mentor.

Lifestyles

Outdoorsy, Adrenaline Seeker, Technophobe

Likes and Dislikes

Hobbies and Skills Likes: Fishing, Gardening, Handiness, Rock Climbing, Writing, Cooking, Fitness, Guitar, Nectar Making, Horse Riding Dislikes: Acting, Skiing, Snowboarding, Wellness

Conversation Topics Likes: Physical Intimacy, Compliments, Stories, Potty Humor, Pranks Dislikes: Gossip, Discussing Interests, Small Talk

Sim Characteristics Likes: Argumentative Sims, High Energy Sims, Nature Enthusiasts Dislikes: Cerebral Sims, Romance Enthusiasts

Color Likes: Brown, Red, Black Dislikes: Yellow, Green, Pink

Music Likes: Americana, Ranch, Metal Dislikes: Electronica, Pop, Summer Strut, Tween Pop

Fashion Likes: Basics, Country, Rocker Dislikes: Streetwear

Décor Likes: Industrial, Basics, Farmhouse, Shabby Dislikes: Vintage, Contemporary

All these characteristics, including Milestones, have been set to add to the sim's character. You can download Buck and his companion Ruby on the Gallery. My username is @thelollipoplux the same as on Tumblr.

The Cupid's Corner Template is by @sarahsimmerxo Thank you so much for making such a wonderful template!

Creating Buck in CAS and developing his story has been VERY fun to do. This is the first time I've ever gone into details like this with a sim and I'm loving it. I've created a few more sims that I will be using in my own gameplay when Lovestruck comes out so I will be giving them a dedicated post on Tumblr as well.

[fashionbooksmilano]

Working Class Hero

Jan Cremer gefotografeerd door Wim van der Linden 

D'Jonge Hond, Harderwilk 2008, 96 pages, 24x32cm, ISBN 9789089100603

euro 50,00

Great photobook with photos of Jan Cremer by Wim van der Linden dated 1962-1973

Wim van der Linden wrote television history. He was co-creator of legendary television programs such as Hoepla and the Barend Servet show. He is much less known as a photographer. The photographer Wim van der Linden achieved less fame than contemporaries such as Ed van der Elsken. Yet his work will be found in more households than that of his photographic contemporaries. His portrait of writer Jan Cremer in a nozem outfit on a motorcycle is widely known. The cover of the unprecedented bestseller  Ik, Jan Cremer  belongs to the canon of the sixties.

28/10/23

[rockislandadultreads]

Libby Spotlight: True Crime eBooks

Still Life with Bones by Alexa Hagerty

Throughout Guatemala’s thirty-six-year armed conflict, state forces killed more than two hundred thousand people. Argentina’s military dictatorship disappeared up to thirty thousand people. In the wake of genocidal violence, families of the missing searched for the truth. Young scientists joined their fight against impunity. Gathering evidence in the face of intimidation and death threats, they pioneered the field of forensic exhumation for human rights. 

In Still Life with Bones, anthropologist Alexa Hagerty learns to see the dead body with a forensic eye. She examines bones for marks of torture and fatal wounds—hands bound by rope, machete cuts—and also for signs of identity: how life shapes us down to the bone. A weaver is recognized from the tiny bones of the toes, molded by kneeling before a loom; a girl is identified alongside her pet dog. In the tenderness of understanding these bones, forensics not only offers proof of mass atrocity but also tells the story of each life lost.  Working with forensic teams at mass grave sites and in labs, Hagerty discovers how bones bear witness to crimes against humanity and how exhumation can bring families meaning after unimaginable loss. She also comes to see how cutting-edge science can act as ritual—a way of caring for the dead with symbolic force that can repair societies torn apart by violence.

Weaving together powerful stories about investigative breakthroughs, histories of violence and resistance, and her own forensic coming-of-age, Hagerty crafts a moving portrait of the living and the dead.

The Science of Murder by Carla Valentine

Agatha Christie is the bestselling novelist of all time, and nearly every story she ever wrote involves one—or, more commonly, several—dead bodies. And the cause of death, the motives behind violent crimes, the clues that inevitably are left behind, and the people who put the pieces together to solve the mystery invite the reader to analyze the evidence and race to find the answer before the detective does. Nearly every step of the way, Christie outlines the nuts and bolts of early 20th-century crime detection, relying on physical evidence to tell the real story behind the facades humans erect to escape detection.

Christie wouldn't have talked of "forensics" as it is understood today—most of her work predates the modern developments of forensics science—but in each tale she harnesses the power of human observation, ingenuity, and scientific developments of the era. A fascinating, science-based deep dive, The Science of Murder examines the use of fingerprints, firearms, handwriting, blood spatter analysis, toxicology, and more in Christie's beloved works.

Lost in the Valley of Death by Harley Rustad

For centuries, India has enthralled westerners looking for an exotic getaway, a brief immersion in yoga and meditation, or in rare cases, a true pilgrimage to find spiritual revelation. Justin Alexander Shetler, an inveterate traveler trained in wilderness survival, was one such seeker.

In his early thirties Justin Alexander Shetler, quit his job at a tech startup and set out on a global journey: across the United States by motorcycle, then down to South America, and on to the Philippines, Thailand, and Nepal, in search of authentic experiences and meaningful encounters, while also documenting his travels on Instagram. His enigmatic character and magnetic personality gained him a devoted following who lived vicariously through his adventures. But the ever restless explorer was driven to pursue ever greater challenges, and greater risks, in what had become a personal quest—his own hero's journey.

In 2016, he made his way to the Parvati Valley, a remote and rugged corner of the Indian Himalayas steeped in mystical tradition yet shrouded in darkness and danger. There, he spent weeks studying under the guidance of a sadhu, an Indian holy man, living and meditating in a cave. At the end of August, accompanied by the sadhu, he set off on a "spiritual journey" to a holy lake—a journey from which he would never return.

Lost in the Valley of Death is about one man's search to find himself, in a country where for many westerners the path to spiritual enlightenment can prove fraught, even treacherous. But it is also a story about all of us and the ways, sometimes extreme, we seek fulfillment in life.

She Kills Me by Jennifer Wright

In every tragic story, men are expected to be the killers. There are countless studies and works of art made about male violence. However, when women are featured in stories about murder, they are rarely portrayed as predators. They're the prey. This common dynamic is one of the reasons that women are so enthralled by female murderers. They do the things that women aren't supposed to do and live the lives that women aren't supposed to want: lives that are impulsive and angry and messy and inconvenient. Maybe we feel bad about loving them, but we eat it up just the same. Residing squarely in the middle of a Venn diagram of feminism and true crime, She Kills Me tells the story of 40 women who murdered out of necessity, fear, revenge, and even for pleasure.

[michellesargentinianlitblog]

5 Interesting non ficction books

The Motorcycle Diaries by Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara

“Che Guevara is most commonly known as the Marxist revolutionary minister of Cuba, but before this, he was a mere medical student living in Buenos Aires, his home, who wanted little more than to see the world. With his friend, Alberto Granado, at the young age of 23, he set off on a motorcycle journey across South America with plans to see all the sites they had only ever read about in books.”

 Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors by Piers Paul Read

“Alive is the story of how an amateur rugby team from Uruguay survived in the Andes after their plane crashed in the mountains between Chile and Argentina on its way to Santiago Chile. This story is so unbelievable, it has to be true”

The Tango Singer by Tomás Eloy Martínez

“Argentina is the birthplace of tango. It was once the dance known in 1880s brothels and lower class back alleys. It was fast, sensual, and disreputable. The Tango Singer follows the life of Bruno Cadogan, who flew from New York to Buenos Aires in search of the legendary tango singer, Julio Martel.”

El Túnel by Ernesto Sábato

“The Tunnel is a highly acclaimed Argentinian novel about psychological and obsessive love. It was first published in 1948 and has since become an international bestseller. It tells the story of an artist, Juan Pablo Castel, who recalls the murder of a woman called María Iribarne from the cell of his prison.”

My Father’s Ghost is Climbing in the Rain by Patricio Pron

“As one of the best young Spanish-language novelists of the 21st century, Patricio Pron’s deeply emotional story of My Fathers’ Ghost Is Climbing in the Rain is one of the finest books about Argentina today.”

[maximumwobblerbanditdonut]

Sam with Sophie Mancini, she is a journalist. Food and travel editor at Departures Magazine in New York. Possibly talking about the Photoshop of him at the Chinese Tuxedo restaurant. No more expectations.

Soho- New York. (3rd october 2023 - SHB_Midias Twitter.

@credit to the owner

but…. The T-shirt It's more important now 👕

She’s also, Senior Creative at The New York Times maybe SH the NY Times Bestseller – it’s looking for an exclusive publication of his booze at the NYT.

Motorbike T-shirt 🏍️

JANE MOTORCYCLES LUDLOW TIGER COLOR SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRT

£47

[allthingsdarkanddirty]

99c SALE! Fury: Motorcycle Club Romance by Cat Porter is only 99c for a limited time! (reg. $5.99)   "The BEST book I've read this year...if you are ready for a beautiful, emotional journey, buckle up." - Autumn Jones Lake, USA Today Bestselling Author    "FURY was an epic ride! Raw, real, poignant, and powerful." - Leylah Attar, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author   US: https://amzn.to/3EsYdNy UK: https://amzn.to/44FO8r9 *This is a US/UK only Kindle Deal + FREE to read in Kindle Unlimited   A defiant young biker who thrives in the freedom of the open road, Finger’s world shatters when an enemy motorcycle club takes him prisoner, altering his destiny and darkening his soul forever.   Amidst the brutal chaos, Finger crosses paths with Serena, a kidnapped girl whose fierce spirit matches his own. As danger swirls around them, he risks everything, including the safety of his club, to break Serena free. Scarred inside and out, they are desperate to forge a new life together, safe from the violent hell they've known.   Yet every shadow holds a threat. Stealing precious time together, their love deepens, but a rage of murder and mayhem cruelly tears them apart.    Years roll by, and relentless enemies from the past rise again. In the crossfire, Finger and Serena’s paths collide, igniting an inferno of longing and desire. Their untamed hearts may be scarred with their sacrifices, the blood spilled, the empty years apart, but they still only beat for each other.    Now the infamous president of a ruthless motorcycle club, Finger hungers to reclaim what he was once forced to lose and crush his vile enemies forever. Determined to win back Serena, this time he won’t let anyone get in his way. Not even the fiery and independent Serena.   "Soul dark, Heart dense, Bood fierce, Purpose raw. Flame burning. Unrelenting. Brewed on vengeance, laced with tenderness, my fury for you.” - Finger

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Celebrate Galentine’s Day with our fave strong, female protagonists! 💞

In the words of Miley Cyrus: “I can buy myself flowers!” 🌹 Celebrate self-love & female friendship this Galentine’s Day with our fave leading ladies in YA! 💘

ELIZA: THIS TIME IT’S REAL 

When seventeen-year-old Eliza Lin’s essay about meeting the love of her life unexpectedly goes viral, her entire life changes overnight. Now she has the approval of her classmates at her new international school in Beijing, a career-launching internship opportunity at her favorite magazine…and a massive secret to keep. Eliza made her essay up. She’s never been in a relationship before, let alone in love. All good writing is lying, right?

Desperate to hide the truth, Eliza strikes a deal with the famous actor in her class, the charming but aloof Caz Song. She’ll help him write his college applications if he poses as her boyfriend. Caz is a dream boyfriend -- he passes handwritten notes to her in class, makes her little sister laugh, and takes her out on motorcycle rides to the best snack stalls around the city.

But when her relationship with Caz starts feeling a little too convincing, all of Eliza’s carefully laid plans are threatened. Can she still follow her dreams if it means breaking her own heart? 

DAISY: YOU, ME, AND OUR HEARTSTRINGS

Daisy and Noah have the same plan: use the holiday concert to land a Julliard audition. But when they're chosen to play a duet for the concert, they worry that their differences will sink their chances.

Noah, a cello prodigy from a long line of musicians, wants to stick to tradition. Daisy, a fiercely independent disabled violinist, is used to fighting for what she wants and likes to take risks. But the two surprise each other when they play. They fall perfectly in tune.

After their performance goes viral, the rest of the country falls for them just as surely as they're falling for each other. But viral fame isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. No one seems to care about their talent or their music at all. People have rewritten their love story into one where Daisy is an inspiration for overcoming her cerebral palsy and Noah is a saint for seeing past it.

Daisy is tired of her disability being the only thing people see about her, and all of the attention sends Noah’s anxiety disorder into high speed. They can see their dream coming closer than it’s ever been before. But is the cost suddenly too high?

LEELA: DEBATING DARCY

This Pride & Prejudice retelling brings New York Times bestselling Sayantani DasGupta’s trademark wit and insight to her bright and funny YA debut!

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Leela Bose plays to win.

A life-long speech competitor, Leela loves nothing more than crushing the competition, all while wearing a smile. But when she meets the incorrigible Firoze Darcy, a debater from an elitist private school, Leela can’t stand him. Unfortunately, he’ll be competing in the state league, so their paths are set to collide.

But why attempt to tolerate Firoze when Leela can one-up him? The situation is more complicated than Leela anticipated, though, and her participation in the tournament reveals that she might have tragically misjudged the debaters -- including Firoze Darcy -- and more than just her own winning streak is at stake…her heart is, too.

Debating Darcy is bestselling author Sayantani DasGupta’s reinterpretation of beloved classic Pride and Prejudice -- imaginative, hilarious, thought-provoking, and truly reflective of the complex, diverse world of American high school culture.

CICELY: A GIRL’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MAGIC 

Perfect for fans of The Sun Is Also a Star and Blackout, this YA novel from Debbie Rigaud is a celebration of Haitian and Caribbean culture, and a story of first love, vodou, and finding yourself, all set against the backdrop of the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn.

Cicely Destin lives for the West Indian Day Parade, the joyous celebration of Caribbean culture that takes over the streets of her neighborhood. She loves waving the Haitian flag, sampling delicious foods, and cheering for the floats. And this year? She’ll get to hang with her stylish aunt, an influencer known for dabbling in Haitian Vodou.

And maybe spot her dreamy crush, Kwame, in the crowd.

But fate has other ideas. Before the parade, a rogue, mischievous spirit seems to take possession of Cicely's aunt during a spiritual reading. Cicely hardly knows anything about Vodou, or how to get someone un-possessed. But it’s up to her to set things right--and the clock is ticking. She'll have to enlist the help of her quick-thinking best friend, Renee, and, as luck would have it...Kwame.

Cicely, her friends, and the reckless spirit who is now their charge set off on a thrilling scavenger hunt to gather the ceremonial items they need. And along the way, will Cicely discover surprising powers of her on?

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Storm’s comin’!

“Sunshine, there’s only one Daddy in this relationship.”

Brooke has a good life. It’s quiet and she lives by her own rules. She can stay up all night reading her favorite books, even if she regrets it the next morning. Sometimes she wishes a Daddy was there to tell her to go to bed. It’s wishful thinking, though. She’s too shy, too introverted, and too quiet to ever put herself out there. When her only friend who knows her secret invites her to her birthday party, Brooke isn’t expecting to walk into a room full of tatted-up bikers, and she definitely isn’t expecting to be watched so closely by a set of dark brown eyes that make her weak in the knees.

Storm got his name for a reason. He’s dark and broody, and Littles tend to avoid him. It’s for the best. He has too much baggage to get involved with anyone. The only thing he needs is the MC and his brothers. But now, all of his best friends are finding the women of their dreams, and he’s going to bed every night alone. After one look at the sweetest face he’s ever seen, he suddenly can’t remember why he wants to be single. All of his protective instincts are in overdrive.

Will they overcome their fears and trust each other enough to let the other into their hearts?

Combining the sizzling talents of bestselling authors Pepper North, Kate Oliver, and Becca Jameson, the Shadowridge Guardians are guaranteed to give you a thrill and leave you dreaming of your own throbbing motorcycle joyride.

Are you daring enough to ride with a club of rough, growly, commanding men? The protective Daddies of the Shadowridge Guardians Motorcycle Club will stop at nothing to ensure the safety and protection of everything that belongs to them: their Littles, their club, and their town. Throw in some sassy, naughty, mischievous women who won't hesitate to serve their fair share of attitude even in the face of looming danger, and this brand new MC Romance series is ready to ignite!

Preorder Storm now! Available January 14

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★★★ COVER & BLURB REVEAL ★★★

We are thrilled to reveal the stunning cover and blurb for Smooth Sailing, the third standalone book in the Wild West MC Series from New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley, releasing February 4th, 2025!

When the Chaos Motorcycle Club came to call, Harlan “Hugger” McCain wasn’t ready to be welcomed into the fold. They said he was a legacy. He felt like an outcast.

But he patched in anyway.

And he was all in to be a part of their not-quite-outlaw missions.

This takes him down to Phoenix, right into the orbit of Diana Armitage, a beautiful, green-eyed woman with a heart of gold and a scarily honed tendency to sacrifice for pretty much everyone she cares about, and some people she barely knows.

Hugger has been existing. Life has never given him much, now, he expects even less.

Diana lives life to its fullest. And she doesn’t keep it a secret she wants to drag Hugger right along with her.

But Hugger is certain he’s got bad blood. He’s got one foot in Chaos, one foot out. One foot in Diana’s life, one foot out.

Diana and his brothers in Chaos have their work cut out to show Hugger who he is.

That he belongs.

And he’s worthy to be loved.

Pre-order your copy today! Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OM12yt Amazon Worldwide: https://mybook.to/SmoothSailing Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/4fZJTNI Apple Books: https://apple.co/3BlGYQo Kobo: https://bit.ly/3ZHvoIO Google Play: Coming soon!

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COVER REVEAL

Title: Property of Fox

Author: Avelyn Paige

Series: Mayhem Makers (MMM Collab) and Bastard Boilers MC, book two

Cover Designer: CT Cover Creations

Release Date: February 13, 2024

Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3ZzL8fI

Worldwide: https://geni.us/pofevents

Blurb:

Fox never planned to return to the Motorcycles, Mobsters, and Mayhem signing—or to Eden Anderson, the sultry author who turned their weekend fling into a bestselling romance. Now, under orders from his MC president, he's stuck fake-dating her to sell the story to her fans.

But one fiery redhead at the hotel bar changes everything. She's bold, irresistible—and the daughter of a rival MC member. Pursuing her could ignite a war, but walking away might destroy him.

Torn between duty, desire, and danger, Fox is playing a game where the stakes are deadly, and the price of love might be too high.

About the Author:

Meet Avelyn Paige, the creative genius behind thrilling romantic suspense and heart-pounding motorcycle club romance novels that have conquered the Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestseller lists. Nestled in a cozy corner of Indiana, she shares her quaint abode with her hubby and a lively bunch of five furballs.

By day, Avelyn transforms into a cancer research superhero, battling in the realm of science. But when the lab coat comes off, the writing cap goes on, and she dives into a world of passion, intrigue, and leather-clad rebels. An unabashed bookworm from the get-go, Avelyn decided to weave her own tales after a plot twist in her life – losing her dad in 2015. Since then, she's been on a wild ride through imagination and hasn't hit the brakes!

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Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are keeping busy with their respective careers, both spotted working on separate projects in Long Beach, California. On Tuesday, the former couple was seen just miles apart on different sets, each immersed in their current ventures. Garner, 52, is filming the second season of her Apple TV+ series The Last Thing He Told Me. For his part, Affleck is also 52, though he's working hard in the Netflix production RIP, a dramatic true story about a group of Miami police officers who discover millions in cash, which creates internal tension and trust issues as outsiders discover their massive find. Nomoretitanic, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Affleck was photographed smoking a cigarette, working on his motorcycle, and eventually heading for his trailer helmet in hand, still looking casual but ready to play another day on set-brooding charm intact. Meanwhile, Garner was surrounded by crew members as she moved across the set of her series, dressed in a midnight blue jacket and a floral skirt paired with soft boots. Her show, adapted from Laura Dave's bestselling novel, is about the road taken by Hannah Hall, a woman bonding with her teenage stepdaughter even as she digs into her husband's mysterious disappearance. The first season, which premiered in April 2023, became Apple TV+'s most-watched limited series, although it earned a 41% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Besides their work, the exes are all about co-parenting their three children—Violet, 19, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12. Garner and Affleck broke up after 13 years of marriage in 2018, but they have been pretty cordial to each other ever since. They are frequently spotted attending events with their children and even doing charity work together as a family. They were seen on Thanksgiving at Midnight Mission, where they aided alongside the children as they prepared for a traditional holiday dinner. A source told InTouch that things had grown much stronger between them lately. "They're become mutual respectful and further level of friendship that they did not have before. Some friends started asking if they are on their way back," an insider said. In recent months, Affleck's private life has been all the more in the news because of his split with Jennifer Lopez in this year. The couple got together again in 2022 and then tied the knot, but they separated this year. Garner has reportedly been off and on with businessman John Miller since 2018. Though they seem to have moved on romantically with others, Garner and Affleck are in a good place; they seem to balance the demands of parenting and career success. Whether this renewed closeness will lead to a more serious reconciliation is only speculative, but their ability to peacefully coexist is still an inspiration to be envied. While each stands strong for his or her artistic pursuits, Affleck has now immersed himself into his role, and Garner is deep into her journey with a series that has become a favorite for its viewers. Being in the same city they are in for now makes their presence together in Long Beach really interesting to their story. Read the full article

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Drifter (MC Sinners Next Gen)

Price: (as of – Details) It’s here! The second installment in the USA Today bestselling series, MC Sinners Next Gen. This book can be read as a standalone. They say opposites attract. In my world that isn’t a good thing. I did everything I could to escape the grips of motorcycle club I grew up in when I turned twenty-one. It wasn’t about fear, or betrayal, or even lack of love. I just needed my…

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COVER REVEAL & PREORDER

ML Nystrom's bestselling Dragon Runners series continues with WEATHERMAN, releasing December 5th.

Preorder today!

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New town, new people, new life. That’s Opal’s motto as she moves to the mountains of North Carolina, seeking a place to raise her baby daughter. Having been burned twice, she wants nothing to do with motorcycles or motorcycle clubs. Even though she has an unwanted attraction to Weatherman, a member of the Dragon Runners MC, her heart is closed and dead to his charms. But as fate would have it, her past comes back to haunt her and threatens her dream of the future.

Weatherman gave up his career to come home and care for his sick mother. He has no time for the prickly blonde hairdresser hell-bent on having nothing to do with him or the club he loves. Still, he finds himself rescuing her time and time again.

Does Weatherman succeed in making Opal’s heart beat again?

Can she overcome the tragedies of her past and find love once more?

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No one will ever claim her… except me.

Toxic Biker: RBMC (Central TX) Royal B*stards MC A brand-new thrilling romantic suspense novel full of motorcycles and drama written by Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling Author Sapphire Knight! No other books in the RBMC world need to be read before this one.

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