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I'm so excited that my new webcomic is live!! Join our coven on patreon to read new pages and get exclusive bonus content 🥰

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IT'S HERE!! The comic adaptation of How to Flirt with a Witch is now LIVE on Patreon ✨

I’ll be sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes content (like concept art, bonus sketches, and secret insights into what inspired the characters and settings) every day between now and Thursday, when the first episode will drop.

Patrons get:

New episodes every Thursday—a full month before they’re available on Webtoon and Tapas

Exclusive access to bonus materials and behind-the-scenes content

Official coven membership in our private community ✨

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Raise your hand if whenever a new episode of The Studio comes out, you skip through it real quick to check if Kathryn Hahn is in it, and if she's not you don't watch it

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Every season is witch season 💜🖤 Enjoy this list of why witches are total feminist icons 👆

Author Spotlight: Tiana Warner

Who says witches are only for October? Author of current club read How to Flirt with a Witch, Tiana Warner, highlights the role of witches as feminist icons in a proposal to make 2025 the year of the witch!

Witches as feminist icons: 5 reasons to make 2025 the year of the witch

Between books, TV, movies, and musicals, witches are having a heyday, and it’s about time. In fact, now is better than ever for this symbol of female power to rise to popularity.

Here are 5 reasons witches are total icons that we should all aspire to.

Joan of Arc

1. Witches defy societal norms

This is no surprise, but witch hunts of the past weren’t really about magic. They were about controlling and suppressing women and marginalized people.

Living without a man? Independent income? Hanging out with other women instead of trying to find a husband? How dangerous. Must be a witch.

Many women accused of witchcraft were unconventional, independent (unmarried or widowed), or had strong social bonds with other women. They were boldly different—and today, we can channel the energy of those fierce women as a source of strength.

2. Witches challenge the patriarchy

Witch trials were fueled by the fear and hatred of women, especially those who were “disobedient”. This misogyny often intersected with homophobia, as women who formed close connections with other women were seen as threats to the traditional family structure. People were also targeted based on race and class. In essence, “witches” were strong women and marginalized individuals whom society deemed too deviant, too threatening, and too powerful.

3. Covens are found family

Covens are communities whose members share resources, knowledge, and strength, forming a united and unstoppable force. These sisterhoods are all about mutual support, creating a sense of belonging that is often lacking in mainstream society.

Today’s witches and Wiccan covens continue the tradition of solidarity, providing inclusive spaces for people to explore their spiritual paths without fear of judgment.

4. Witches resist traditional gender roles and sexuality

There’s something wonderfully sapphic about a group of women living together and doing little witchy spells and rituals. But the link between witches and sapphism is more than that. Back in the witch trials, deviations in sexuality and gender were used to justify witchcraft accusations. Joan of Arc was targeted for being “manly” and wearing men’s clothing. Even some men who defied societal norms, particularly queer men or those seen as feminine, were accused of witchcraft. The Malleus Maleficarum, the infamous 15th-century witch-hunting manual, warned against acting “unwomanly” and said witches engaged in sexual relations with other women.

Medieval people might have been terrified of sexuality, but today, sexuality is something to be celebrated. Joan of Arc is now a symbol of resilience. Witches in popular culture come in all the colors of the rainbow. Modern Wiccan traditions embrace feminist ideals that uplift queer identities. Witches continue to live outside conventional gender roles, defying societal expectations around sexuality, clothing, and lifestyles. 

5. Witches are symbols of resilience

Feared and revered, witches have always been powerful women who live by their own rules. In medieval times, accusations of witchcraft were used to silence women, and the legacy of those who fought against the injustices lives on. From a dark history, witches have come to represent the strength and solidarity needed to overcome oppression. And in today’s media, what is a witch if not a strong woman fighting for what she wants?

From the Salem witch trials to modern Wiccan practices and witches in the media, witches have always been badass icons of defiance, feminism, and empowerment. Gather your coven, channel the fierce energy of our witchy ancestors, and let’s make 2025 the year of the witch.

About the Author

Tiana Warner is the author of How to Flirt with a Witch, a Sapphic Romantasy novel launching December 10th.

Tiana is a multi-award-winning sapphic romance author from British Columbia, Canada. She is passionate about animal welfare and is an active volunteer with local dog rescue organizations. You can often find her cuddling a foster dog, riding her horse Flynn, or exploring nature.

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IT'S LAUNCH DAY for my new sapphic romantasy novel!!

When Katie learns she has the ability to sense magic, she stumbles on a secret coven—and forms a forbidden romance with a witch determined to protect her from the consequences.

Grab a copy: https://amzn.to/4fepNyF

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Meela & Lysi from Mermaid Huntress: An Ice Massacre Graphic Novel, illustrated by April Pierce

Drawn in the style of Ranma ½, illustrated by Rumiko Takahashi

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✨ Books about Sapphic Witches ✨

I will only be reading books about lesbian witches for the foreseeable future, thank you. 🙏 Here are 5! Please let me know which ones I'm missing.

1. How to Flirt with a Witch

When a university student in Vancouver learns she has the ability to sense magic, she stumbles on a secret coven—and forms a forbidden romance with a witch determined to protect her from the consequences.

2. These Witches Don't Burn

An Elemental witch in Salem has to stop a deadly Blood Witch while navigating her complicated love life.

3. Labyrinth Lost

Bruja Alex must navigate a dangerous realm to reclaim her family after a cursed ritual backfires, unraveling secrets about her magic and heritage.

4. The Once and Future Witches

Three sisters in 1893 New Salem use witchcraft to fuel the suffragette movement and reclaim their power in a world that forbids both witches and women's rights.

5. Summer of Salt

Georgina navigates a summer of storms, love, and family secrets as she waits for her long-anticipated magic to appear on the mysterious island of By-the-Sea.

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Hear me out: this but it’s Agatha and Rio.

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PSA: If you've finished Agatha All Along and need more Kathryn Hahn, may I suggest Mrs. Fletcher? jfc, this show is a gift. I need a cold shower now.

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Announcing my new sapphic witch book launching December 10th! It's fun, it's spicy, and this witch is fiercely protective of her girl... 💜

Pre-order on Kindle: https://amzn.to/4fepNyF

Book reviewers apply for an ARC: https://forms.gle/KLEfbVN59wxim2xk6

How to Flirt with a Witch

STEP 1: REALIZE YOU HAVE A UNIQUE ABILITY TO DETECT CURSES.

STEP 2: BRING CURSED OBJECTS TO YOUR LOCAL (HEART-STOPPINGLY GORGEOUS) WITCH.

STEP 3: ACCIDENTALLY CATCH THE ATTENTION OF A MURDEROUS FAMILY WHO WILL STOP AT NOTHING TO ACQUIRE MAGICAL OBJECTS.

Katie’s biggest worry starting university in Vancouver is finding her place in a new city… until she adopts a fluffy kitten that turns out to be cursed.

Her misfortune leads her to Natalie, a beautiful “veterinarian” with a secret: she’s a witch whose job is to keep dark magic under control. Turns out, Katie has a rare ability to sense curses. Thrust into a secret coven of witches and deadly magic, she’s determined to use her special ability to help Natalie do her job. Natalie, on the other hand, just wants to keep Katie safe.

But the sinister Madsen family is also hunting for dark magic, and they’ll do anything to get it. Though involving outsiders is forbidden, Natalie has no choice but to bring Katie into her coven if she wants to protect her. As they work together to keep the world safe from curses and the Madsens’ greed, the attraction between them becomes impossible to ignore…

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Happy Birthday, Ice Massacre!! It's officially been 10 years since my debut YA Sapphic Fantasy trilogy launched. Look how far we've come! We've got a comic adaptation, a German translation coming in March, several awards, and more. 🥹

To celebrate, I'm excited to reveal 3 gorgeous new covers created by the human artists at miblart, along with special hardcover editions! Aren't they beautiful?

Copies are available here: https://www.tianawarner.com/books/mermaids

Thank you so much for coming along on this amazing journey, and here’s to the next 10 years of mermaids! 🥂

~Tiana

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Mermaid Huntress art. Full image on Patreon!

Mermaid Huntress is a sapphic enemies-to-lovers romance between a mermaid and warrior girl. Will Meela choose to save her people or the mermaid she loves? Based on Tiana Warner's award-winning Mermaids of Eriana Kwai trilogy.

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I just received your email and in it you talk about your upcoming m/f romantasy. First, I'm excited to read it and will be pre-ordering it when it becomes available. Second, Rhea Ripley is your inspiration for the villain? Tiana, are you wrestling fan? Even if you're not, Rhea Ripley is the fucking bomb and I can't wait for this book! 😁

LOL let’s put it this way – I wasn’t a wrestling fan until I stumbled on Rhea Ripley on TikTok. Swoon!

I’m so happy you’re excited about it! I can’t wait for it to be published! Will keep y’all posted. 💕

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Snowed in with Summer by @tianawarner

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Date Read: March 5, 2024 - March 8, 2024

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Snowed in with Summer is about Avery, the novel's protagonist, and her journey to rediscover the woman she used to be. She and her boyfriend were planning a trip to the Yukon to see the Northern Lights during the winter solstice, but her boyfriend got cold feet and dumped her instead. The trip was already paid for, though, so why waste it? Avery decides last minute to go and enjoy the week-long vacation by herself. However, when she arrives, there's someone there she wasn't expecting...

The someone is Summer, Avery's ex-girlfriend from seven years ago, hence the title: Snowed in with Summer. Look, I like the title. You wouldn't expect snow during the summer (unless you're Olaf), but in this case Summer is referring to Avery's ex. It's a cute title. I thought it was a really cute book, too.

At 216 pages, it's an easy read. It took me a few days to finish it, but only because I'm a slow reader. I really enjoyed this book a lot and I look forward to getting caught up on the author's other books that I've missed over the years. So, what did I like about the book specifically? I'll tell you (without spoilers)!

I found Avery to be a really pleasant protagonist. This story is told through the first-person point-of-view and it was fun being inside Avery's head. Tiana Warner writes her really well and you can feel when Avery is experiencing anger, joy, love, heartbreak, and passion.

Speaking of passion, author Tiana Warner knows how to write some spicy sex scenes. Her descriptions are on point and she paints the scenes vividly with her writing. By no means is this a bad thing, this book is a romance novel after all, and what's some adult romance without a little bit of sex? I will say that I was glad that I was home when I read these scenes, though.

I really enjoyed Avery and Summer melting the ice between each other and then getting to experience them being playful, flirty, and loving with one another. This is why I love romance. I just love reading about two people fall in love (re-fall in love?) with each other and Tiana Warner did a great job at showing the connection Avery and Summer used to have to one another and still have with each other.

Summer as a character is beautifully written with her own set of flaws. She's not one to stay in a single place for a long time; she enjoys traveling and seeing the world. However, as you read the novel you learn why she travels so much and you feel for her. You want to hug her and let her know that everything will be okay. As a person who grew up with divorced parents who absolutely hated each other, I get it, Summer. I get it.

Overall, I would recommend this book. It's a short, beautifully-written, lesbian romance with a protagonist with whom I really enjoyed spending time. Give this book a read!

OH! I gotta add, I really enjoyed the Epilogue. It was so incredibly sweet! :')

-My review score: 5/5 stars

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Ice Massacre (Mermaids of Eriana Kwai #1) by @tianawarner (my book review)

Note: This is my original review from 2015 that I posted on Goodreads, and I still stand by it.

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I could not put this book down from start to finish. Perhaps I'm biased since I love mermaids, but Tiana Warner, the author, has written one of the best books I have ever had the pleasure of reading.

Ice Massacre is jam-packed with strong, female characters, action and violence, and blood and gore. It's a ship of twenty, warrior-hardened young women against a whole sea of mermaids. And these mermaids aren't quaint, Disney mermaids either. These mermaids are vicious to the bone.

Meela, our protagonist, has a soft spot for mermaids as a young girl. She befriends a young mermaid, Lysi, and they hang out together in secrecy everyday for a year. Meela's father spots them together and tries to kill young Lysi. He tells Meela that mermaids are born to persuade and manipulate people into trusting them so they can kill them easier. As Meela grows older she comes to believe this and is enlisted to train for an all-girl Massacre since every year the men fall to the mermaids' allure and fail. When Meela is eighteen years old, she goes out with nineteen other young women and all hell breaks loose out in the open waters.

There was literally nothing I disliked about this book. Everything from the tender moments with Lysi and Meela to sheer, detailed, brutal combat between mermaid and woman was spectacular to read. Tiana does an excellent job at describing everything from combat to scenery in this novel. You'll feel like you're actually in the Gulf of Alaska and that is not a bad thing. It's always nice when an author can make you feel like you're actually in the setting with the characters you're reading.

Nonetheless, this book deserves all the praises it has received and I highly, HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone and everyone! I eagerly await the sequel!

READ THIS BOOK!

My rating: 5/5 stars

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I'm reading Snowed in with Summer right now. I'm just over 50% of the way through it and I'm loving it. I just want to know what James Bond movie do you think Hannah and Trevor were watching on the plane?

The one that came to mind was Casino Royale. But feel free to insert your favourite 😉

I'm happy you're loving it so far! 😄

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Top 5 Sapphic Forced-Proximity Romance Books (winter 2024 edition ❄️)

Two of a Kind by Eden Emory and Ashley Pines – stuck together in a cabin

2. Snowed In With Summer by Tiana Warner – stuck together in a yurt

3. Hoax for the Holidays by Bel Blackwood – fake married

4. All Wrapped Up in You by T.B. Markinson and Adrian J. Smith – bookstore romance

5. The Christmas Swap by Talia Samuels – brother's fake girlfriend

Ugh something about a cute and fluffy winter romance just gets me! Some of these are holiday romances, but it's still cold and snowy up here in Canada, so you'll still find me reading these by the fire. ❄️