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Who is your favorite anti-hero?

I’m not 100% sure you can call him an anti-hero, but Damien is one of my favorite misunderstood characters. He wants so badly to belong, but his power of suggestion leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to doing the right thing. I don’t want to spoil anything, but after reading A Neon Darkness by @laurenshippen I totally understand where Damien is coming from in the Bright Sessions podcast and why he does the things that he does. My heart really goes out to him and I’m so glad Lauren gave us a little more of his story.

If you’re into fiction podcasts and audio dramas at all, I highly recommend giving @thebrightsessions a go. It’s basically like what would happen if the X-Men were in therapy dealing with their trauma instead of saving the world? It’s so good! If you’re not into podcasts, there are three books set in the world: The Infinite Noise (follows Caleb and Adam), A Neon Darkness (follows Damien), and Some Far Away Place (follows Rose). All three books (and the podcast) are incredibly queer and so so SO GOOD! The books are all technically stand-alone and supplemental to the podcast. Except for The Infinite Noise—it’s basically the first season from Caleb and Adam’s perspective. So if you do read it, and you like it, definitely give the podcast a chance.

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Happy International Asexuality Day! 🖤🩶🤍💜

Much like last year, here's a recommendation list of aspec books I've read and a few on my tbr. I've also added some aspec authors, too. It's obviously not an exhaustive list, but it'll get you started.

I'm spending this rainy day celebrating (i.e. reading) instead of educating. I've got some posts already on my page with my experience being ace. I'm tired of constantly educating and defending my sexuality to people. Google is a good starting point. Search out ace bookstagrammers and content creators. We aren't a monolith and all of our experiences are different.

I hope you enjoy the recs! Have you read any of these or have any favorites I should put on my radar?

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Thank you and Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to you as well darling! (:

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hello favorite blog and blogger.. lol how are you today?

i'm good, thank you for asking :DD How about you? 

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What's the last indie book you read (title and author, please)? If you don't have one, tell me what you're up to this weekend.

Honestly, this book had me at a character worrying about the cats-over-people quote on the back and the tiger on the front. I'm always worrying about the same thing. 😅 Sorry, not sorry. Cats over people!

I love that Rainbow Crate has picked a lot of indies that I'd never have heard of if it wasn't for them. I didn't go out of my way to read them because 1.) I didn't read ebooks much, and 2.) they're not as easily accessible as traditionally published books. But now that I've got an eReader and a nice stack of indie hardbacks, I'm doing my best to add more to my yearly reading.

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What's a book that lives rent-free in your head?

I have surprisingly only read The Song of Achilles once, but it's stuck with me. Sometimes, I wonder if it's the books themselves that stick with me or the feelings I had while reading them that makes them stick in my brain. Especially because most of my book recs are purely based on ✨️vibes✨️.

Magnet from @rainbowcrate and alternate jacket art by @llstarcasterll

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Here are some recs to read in lieu of the Boy Wizard series.

I asked my followers for recommendations on what to read instead of That Series™ and y'all definitely delivered. I included my own recs with little descriptions and most of the others are either on my tbr or completely new to me. I made sure to list whether it was a middle grade or young adult read.

I only put two of my favorite Diana Wynne Jones books on here, but anything she's written has magic in some form or fashion.

Books listed:

My personal favorites:

Slide 2: The Chronicles of Chrestomanci by Diana Wynne Jones (middle grade); A 7 book middle grade series that follows the world of the Chrestomanci—a nine-lived enchanter who oversees the use of magic. The 7 books follow different characters that all intersect with one another. Did I mention there are parallel worlds?

Slide 3: Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones (middle grade); Seen the movie? The book is just like that but far more chaotic. It's still whimsical, but there's more depth and development. It's nostalgic even if you haven't read it before. It's also book 1 of a trilogy.

Slide 4: The Earthsea Cycle by Ursula K. LeGuin (young adult); A series of 6 books that follows the wizard Ged. Very reminiscent of Lord of the Rings to me, but in a more approachable way. (Idk, I haven't read LotR. I've just seen the movies.)

Slide 5: The Redwall Series by Brian Jacques (middle grade); A 22 book series featuring talking animals as protagonists, this series set mainly around Redwall Abbey has something for everyone. The books don't have to be read in order, but publication order is suggested.

Slide 6: Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan (middle grade); A retelling of Greek myths. Neurodivergent rep, badass kids, humorous, and so full of heart! This series (and the others) aren't just for kids. I got into them late in the game (maybe early high school?) and revisited them as an adult and they're so good! Perfect for anyone wanting to dive into mythology.

Slide 7: TBR/Follower Recs (MG): Witchlings by Claribel Ortega, Nevermoore by Jessica Townsend, The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart

Slide 8: TBR/Follower Recs (MG): The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton, Fablehaven by Brandon Mull, Septimus Heap by Angie Sage

Slide 9: TBR/Follower Recs (YA): Alanna the First Adventure by Tamora Pierce, Little Black Bird by Anna Kirchner, Young Wizards Series by Diane Duane (falls between MG & YA)

Slide 10: TBR/Follower Recs (YA): Summoner Series by Taran Matharu, Inkheart by Cornelia Funke (trilogy), The Dark is Rising Sequence by Susan Cooper

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What is something that has been living rent-free in your head since it released?

That thing for me is still Our Flag Means Death. Those cheeky little queer pirates have been living in my brain since last March. And the amount of fantastic fanart and merch that has come out because of it? Immaculate.

If you want to get your hands on this OFMD affirmation deck from @bairnecessitiesco, there's a pre-order open right now. It really is such a cute deck! (Flag not included)

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Let's talk about opening lines.

The first sentence of a book is a hook to draw readers in. I don't know how many times I've read the first sentence of a book and immediately known I was going to find a new favorite.

I picked five of my favorite opening lines from five of my favorite books. Transcripts will be down in the comments, but the books I've included are:

1. Vicious by V.E. Schwab

2. The Whispering Dark by Kelly Andrew

3. The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen

4. The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater

5. The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater

Each of these books holds a special place in my heart. If you haven't read them, I hope these opening lines help you pick them up.

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SEPTEMBER @rainbowcrate SPOILERS

This month's indie book pick has me incredibly jazzed! It sounds right up my alley! I'm a little leery about the trad pub, but I'll get to it eventually.

Items included in this box are:

• trad pick: The Spirit Bares It's Teeth by Andrew Joseph White with alternate jacket art by @chiquicreates

• indie pick: Basics of Spellcraft by L.C. Mawson with alternate jacket art by @green446004 with glow-in-the-dark and pearlescent effects with teal foil, foiled hardcover, and patterned endpapers, printed edges by @/mrosedesigner (insta), prequel story, bound in author letter, and signed art bookplate

• monthly collectible magnet inspired by It Takes Two to Tumble by Cat Sebastian ft. Ben and Phillip

• Tissue box cover inspired by History is All You Left Me by Adam Silvera

• and, as always, spoiler card art by @ace-artemis-fanartist (not included in the photo because the wrong art was on the spoiler card)

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To probably no one's surprise, I haven't read The Sunbearer Trials yet. I have this bad habit of buying books knowing they're going to be in a series and either reading them quickly, getting mad there's a cliffhanger, or buying it and waiting for the rest of the series to come out before reading. Rarely is there an in-between.

Book two hasn't even been announced yet, and I don't want to run the risk of the former happening, so it's been sitting on my shelf with my other two Aiden Thomas books. I'll get to it eventually. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Which one are you? Waiting until the whole series is completed or reading as they're published despite possible cliffhangers?

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