#Zoraida Cordova

[fated-mates]

Today we're talking mermaids with our friend, Zoraida Cordova, an author of many genres who also writes romance under the name Zoey Castile. We talk about the appeal of mermaids, why we're so drawn to them as creatures, their history in mythologies around the globe, and yes, we get into biology, because we give the people what they want.

[kanerallels]

Axel: I cracked two of my ribs, but it's two I don't use very often, so I'm fine

[ladyatomic]

live laugh love gella nattai 💜

[elzarkriss]

I don't think anybody has made a post about this yet so I will.

*inhales*

Zoraida Cordova recently shared details about her next High Republic book in phase 3 and we're getting a Greylark return!!

Go check out her Instagram post to read the whole caption.

I'm so excited!! I'm pretty sure Zenny is the character on the left with the cool hair. My dream would be for his descendants to come from him AND Gella but that's "not the jedi way." However, there's no writer I trust with Axel more than Zoraida.

August 27th can't get here fast enough!

[sarahreesbrennan]

My Spanish language edition

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I implore you, pick my Spanish cover! I am so thrilled to have sold the Spanish language rights for LONG LIVE EVIL in a pre-empt to Umbriel Editores/Urano,  who publish Jay Kristoff, Shelley Parker-Chan, Naomi Novik, Holly Black, Olivie Blake, CS Pacat, SA Chakraborty, VE Schwab, Zoraida Cordova, Justin Cronin… too many favourites to name. But before we villains can party in Spain, we love both my English language and my Dutch cover. Which would you like to see for my Spanish edition? 

[fairytale-poll]

ROUND 1D, MATCH 6 OUT OF 8!

Propaganda Under the Cut:

Ariel del mar:

[No Propaganda Submitted]

Sadie Ramirez:

[No Propaganda Submitted]

[lowcountry-gothic]

—Zoraida Córdova, Star Wars: The High Republic: Convergence

[bookcub]

Best Books Read in September 2023

here are my favorite books I read in September

The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty

Wow, did this live up to the hype!! I strongly encourage the audiobook for reading this, the narrators were very playful. I love a good adventure!

Honorable Mentions:

Kindred: The Graphic Novel

Not quite as good as the original but still a quality adaptation. I was glad to read both within the same year

Kiss the Girl by Zoraida Cordova

The Little Mermaid (Disney version) but a pop star/rock star au. Some fantastic interpretations of the movie and super cute. Cheesy in all the right ways.

Even Though I Knew the End by CL Polk

I am very excited to read more of Polk's work after this. Mysterious and romantic and interesting.

American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang

This was a difficult but rewarding read. Yang's work is always a bit of a trust fall for me but always worth it.

[bookwyrminspiration]

incendiary...the title...but also the nickname for the main character...who steals memories...when she uses her power lines crack and glow on her...on the cover is a girl covered in glowing cracks...and if she takes too many memories she makes a hollow...the series is called hollow crown...there's a huge conflict against a specific kingdom + prince she's got personal ties to...

[kanerallels]

Axel: This is the worst alternative bonfire I've ever been to

Phan-tu: You've been to other alternative bonfires?

Axel: Any part that's not a bonfire is an alternative bonfire

[judgingbooksbycovers]

Star Wars: The High Republic: Beware the Nameless

By Zoraida Córdova.

Cover art by Petur Antonsson.

[askthepassengers]

"I want to burn quickly, in a blaze of glory. Like a supernova."

- Axel Greylark, Star Wars The High Republic: Convergence

[elzarkriss]

Axel x Gella (Gellark?) shippers!! We've got some new crumbs in Axel's short story from Tales of Light and Life! Zoraida Cordova blessed us one last time.

[shadowcatgirl09]

When there isn't a place for you in the world, you simply have to carve one out for yourself.

[sarahmaclean]

Zoraida Córdova writes a terrific romance, and this one, a contemporary retelling of The Little Mermaid featuring two rock stars at different points in their careers, is definitely a new favorite for me. It’s sweet and funny and full of feelings…which is all I want in a summer read.

If you're in New York City, I'll be with Zoraida and Adriana Herrera at Kew and Willow books celebrating the launch of Kiss the Girl on August 4th from 7-8:30! Get more info, order signed books, and RSVP here!