Category Archives: Adult

3 Less Cheerful Fantasies: The Everlast, Katabasis, and This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Katy K.

I have mostly been gravitating towards cozy fantasy lately, but I have read some still excellent fantasy recently that have a decidedly higher body count that I still wanted to share with you. I won’t judge you if you’re feeling … Continue reading →

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11 Fantasy Novels Perfect for Tea Lovers

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Katy K.

Here are 11 fantasy and sci-fi books I’ve personally enjoyed where tea and the love of tea play a key role. Brew yourself a cup and enjoy! Continue reading →

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Adult Fantasy Sweet to Spicy: The Elsewhere Express, Masque, and Silver and Blood

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Katy K.

Friends, I don’t have to remind you that the real world is still a frightening place right now. If you, too, find yourself craving hope and the power of partnership in hard times, let me invite you to pick up … Continue reading →

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Post-Human Futures and Alternate Pasts: Death of the Author and The Relentless Moon

Posted on April 19, 2026 by Katy K.

Today I bring you two books of different times – one with a story of a post-human future, one of an alternate past. Both have exciting and thought-provoking stories that deal with what it is to be human as well … Continue reading →

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Magical Academia: The Incandescent and To Ride A Rising Storm

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Katy K.

Here are two books for adult fans of magical schools. The Incadescent takes us to a modern yet historical British boarding school that teaches magic as well as mundane subjects, told from the point of view of the Director of … Continue reading →

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Enchanting Fantasy Romance: Enchanting the Fae Queen, The Keeper of Magical Things, and Cinder House

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Katy K.

Three books about finding love and hope in the midst of troubled times. Continue reading →

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Monthly Reading Round-Up Middle Grade-Adult: December 2025

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Katy K.

Share some cozy winter reads with me in my December round-up, featuring books from picture book through adult on themes as varied as ADHD, Indigenous culture, and cozy fantasy and sci-fi. With books by Jashar Awan, Penn and Kim Holderness, Dawn Quigley, Kim Normanton, Angeline Boulley, Lewis Hancox, Trung Le Nguyen, Mary Robinette Kowal, M. Stevenson, Charlotte E. English, Leslye Penelope, Lynn Strong., Malka Older, George Takei, and more. Continue reading →

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Book Round-Up Adult: September-October 2025

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Katy K.

Brief thoughts on the books for adults I read in September and October, including books by Olivia Atwater, Sangu Mandanna, Sarah Beth Durst, Elodie Durand, Elisabeth Wheatley, Tavi Hawn, Mia P. Manansala, Lisa See, Stephanie Burgis, Naomi Novik, and Katherine Center. Continue reading →

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Monthly Book Round-Up Middle Grade-Adult: November 2025

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Katy K.

Brief thoughts on the books I read in November, including books by Tanita S. Davis, Alexandra Villasante, C.B. Lee, Mackenzi Lee, Maggie Stiefvater, and Rebecca Thorne. Continue reading →

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Monthly Book Round-Up Middle Grade-Adult: August 2025

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Katy K.

Brief thoughts on the books I read in August, including books by E.K. Johnston, Intisar Khanani, Rboin Wall Kimmerer, and Nnedi Okorafor. Continue reading →

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