Tag Archives: Fantasy

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

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Katy K.

My brief thoughts of the 15 books I read in May – from middle grade to adult, including lots of fantasy, some romance, and one deeply thoughtful nonfiction title. Continue reading →

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

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Katy K.

My brief thoughts of the 14 books I read in April, including three re-reads of beloved books. Continue reading →

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

Posted on April 4, 2025 by Katy K.

My brief thoughts of the 16 books I read in March – so many books I loved! Continue reading →

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Wooing the Witch Queen by Stephanie Burgis: Magic, Romance, and Royal Intrigue

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Katy K.

It’s always a happy day when Stephanie Burgis comes out with a new book, and this, her first traditionally-published book for adults in many years, is especially exciting. If you’re in the mood for a cozy fantasy romance with crows, … Continue reading →

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Cozy Fantasies with Cats: Literary Escapes

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Katy K.

Here are two cozy fantasies – both with cats – to comfort and inspire: The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society by C.M. Waggoner and The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong. Continue reading →

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MG Epic Fantasy Book Reviews: Splinter and Ash & Nox Winters

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Katy K.

Here are two epic fantasy stories, one with a classic medieval European-like setting, and one contemporary, both hard to put down. Continue reading →

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Farrah Noorzad and Amir: Journeys with Jinn for Kids

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Katy K.

Here are two Cybils-nominated books with rich worldbuilding, fast action, and thought-provoking themes: Farrah Noorazad and the Ring of Fate by Deeba Zargarpur, and Amir and the Jinn Princess by M.T. Khan. Continue reading →

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Review of Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Katy K.

Both timely and timeless, Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell is a book you definitely want to read. Continue reading →

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Gaslamp Fantasies: A Marriage of Undead Inconvenience and Tea and Sympathetic Magic

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Katy K.

Short reviews of two deliciously bite-sized romantic gaslamp fantasy novellas, one by personal favorite Stephanie Burgis and one by new-to-me author Tansy Raynor Roberts. Continue reading →

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The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst: A Cozy Fantasy Starring a Librarian with Unexpected Adventures

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Katy K.

As soon as I heard about this book, I was hooked. I’ve enjoyed lots of books by Sarah Beth Durst in the past, but a cozy fantasy starring a librarian – with jam and a sentient plant friend – was … Continue reading →

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