A Dark and Secret Magic by Wallis Kinney

 Looking for a cozy witchy read this fall? Look no further ya'll.Synopsis:Hecate Goodwin, Kate to her friends, has curated the perfect life as a hedge witch, living in a secluded cottage with only a black cat for company. She spends her days foraging herbs from the Ipswich forest, gardening and creating tinctures to sell at the apothecary she owns. Most evenings pass without her speaking to another human being, an arrangement she quite prefers.Kate's solitude is thrown into disarray when her older sister, Miranda, reaches out and asks her to host their coven's annual Halloween gathering. The day marks the beginning of the new year for witches and is also Kate's birthday. The pressure from...

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Ale and Tale -- Cozy Game Review

 Just out this week, I had a chance to take a look at Ale and Tale Tavern by Scien Art Games.  Ale and Tale Tavern is a Fantasy Co-Op Tavern Sim that takes place in a cute and cozy fantasy world. I can definitely see myself enjoying this one for hours....First impression:For character creation there are tons of options...so many clothes. I kept it simple this round, but I could have easily wore lingerie with a bucket on my head. The sky is the limit.The graphics were good enough, and had a bit of a World of Warcraft style to them. The world was beautiful, and the night sky...just perfect.The directions and quest line sets you up to learn the game mechanics and figure out how to...

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A Curse of Breath and Blood by K.W. Foster

Looking for some new authors to mix into your reading? Girl...same. I am super excited to work with The Nerd Fam to get some fresh arcs to review. Stay tuned, there will be more!Synopsis:A queen turned mercenary. A long-lost love. An ancient evil reborn.With her home kingdom destroyed and her family considered dead, Aelia Springborn makes a living, using her abilities to break minds for anyone with enough coin. Content to live a life in the shadows, her world is turned upside down when her former lover, Caiden Stormweaver, tracks her down at the edge of the world with a proposition she can’t refuse…. help him thwart her former husband, King Gideon, from obtaining the deadly army of...

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New Book Releases for July 2024

I hope you're enjoying your summer! Here's a few books that I'm looking forward to this July! Are any of these on your list?The Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen Release Date: July 2, 2024Genre: Fantasy/Fantasy RomanceThe entire town of Eternity was shocked when widowed, middle-aged Twyla Banneker partnered up with her neighbor and best friend, Frank Ellis, to join the Tanrian Marshals. Eight years later, Twyla’s rewarding career patrolling the strange land of Tanria remains a welcome change from the domestic grind of mom life, despite the misgivings of her grown children.Fortunately (or unfortunately) a recent decrease in on-the-job peril has made Twyla and Frank's job a lot safer...

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Faebound by Saara El-Arifi

 If you're looking to add more fantasy books to your collection that are written by African American authors and have LGBTQ representation then add this one to your list.Synopsis:Yeeran was born on the battlefield, has lived on the battlefield, and one day, she knows, she’ll die on the battlefield.As a warrior in the elven army, Yeeran has known nothing but violence her whole life. Her sister, Lettle, is trying to make a living as a diviner, seeking prophecies of a better future.When a fatal mistake leads to Yeeran’s exile from the Elven Lands, both sisters are forced into the terrifying wilderness beyond their borders.There they encounter the impossible: the fae court. The fae haven’t...

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Full Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon

 Have you ever been pulled in by a cover? That would be me and this book. I thought the cover was so pretty, and you guys, look at those sprayed edges. If you're a Ruby Dixon Fan already and have read any of her Ice Planet Barbarian books, then just pre-order it now.Synopsis:As a Holder’s daughter, Aspeth Honori knows the importance of magical artifacts . . . which is why it’s a disaster that her father has gambled all theirs away. Now that her family is in danger of losing their hold—and their heads—if anyone finds out the truth, Aspeth decides to do something about it. She’ll join the Royal Artifactual Guild and the adventurers who explore ancient underground ruins to retrieve...

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New Book Releases for June 2024

Upcoming Sci-Fi/Fantasy Releases for June  2024Ya'll Summer is right around the corner and here are a few new books that have caught my eye. I hope to snag these as I'm cozying up by the poolside, or relaxing in my hammock. Which one are you looking forward to the most?Moonstorm by Yoon Ha LeeRelease Date: June 4, 2024Genre: Y/A Sci-FiIn a society where conformity is valued above all else, a teen girl training to become an Imperial pilot is forced to return to her rebel roots to save her world in this adrenaline-fueled sci-fi adventure—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and Skyward!Hwa Young was just ten years old when imperial forces destroyed her rebel moon home. Now, six years...

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Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas

 If you're thinking you might want to try reading fantasy, or fantasy romance this is possibly one of the best places to start.  This is a must-read fantasy book for anyone who already loves fantasy or is looking to read more fantasy books. Throne of Glass is the first book in the series, and begins with Celaena Sardothien, a witty 18-year-old assassin, who is fierce, intelligent, and unapologetically flawed. She is serving a life sentence in the salt mines of Endovier. She is offered a chance at freedom by competing in a tournament to become the King's Champion, a personal assassin to the tyrannical ruler of Adarlan.Synopsis:In a land without magic, an assassin is summoned...

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The Bone Witch by Rin Chupeco

 A Clean Fantasy Young Adult SeriesA new author and a new series for me, I was initially pulled in by the beautiful cover, and I'm always here for anything fantasy related. Synopsis:Tea can raise the dead, but resurrection comes at a price...When Tea accidentally resurrects her brother, Fox, from the dead, she learns she is different from the other witches in her family. Her gift for necromancy means that she's a bone witch, a title that makes her feared and ostracized by her community. But Tea finds solace and guidance with an older, wiser bone witch, who takes Tea and her brother to another land for training.In her new home, Tea puts all her energy into becoming an asha―one who can wield...

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January Planning Printables

 Do you use planners?Ya'll...I made the mistake of skipping the planning part of my weekend in December, and it was chaos. I'm taking my time Sunday mornings to refresh, recuperate, and get myself together for the week, and I'm bringing you with me. I've decided to make my own daily and monthly planner since it seems like planner prices have gotten so expensive. I'm offering them up month by month, so you can try it out yourself with out making a huge investment. Afraid of commitment? I see you.This month's theme is Winter Witch, and you can grab yours right here.  I've found the best paper to print these out on is Hammermill 28lb paper. It's a bit thicker than your...

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January 2024 Releases

Who's looking for some good books to read next month? Here's some new releases to carry us through they greyest month of the year.A Fragile Enchantment  Allison Saft, January 2, 2024 From the author of A Far Wilder Magic we have a new book to take us away. I can't wait to dig into this sone, it sounds like it's going to be a wonderful cozy read.Synopsis:Niamh Ó Conchobhair has never let herself long for more. The magic in her blood that lets her stitch emotions and memories into fabric is the same magic that will eventually kill her. Determined to spend the little time she has left guaranteeing a better life for her family, Niamh jumps at the chance to design the wardrobe...

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