haleylynnthomas22Mar 16, 20192 minRecommending Reads: Everything, Everything and Five Feet ApartIn today’s blog, I’ll be comparing and reviewing two novels that have very similar themes. If you like one of these books, then you’ll...
haleylynnthomas22Mar 2, 20192 minA Review of: Girls of Paper and Fire by Natasha NganSummary: Girls of Paper and Fire is a high fantasy novel set in a world inspired by Asian culture. Within the novel’s world there are...
haleylynnthomas22Feb 28, 20193 minFebruary Reading Wrap-UpIt’s the last day of February, which means it’s time for brief overviews of the books I read this month and to let you know if I’d...
haleylynnthomas22Feb 23, 20193 minA Guide to Leigh Bardugo's GrishaVerseAre you a fan of high fantasy looking for a new book to read that will transport you into an interesting world full of magic, politics,...
haleylynnthomas22Feb 16, 20192 minA Review of: The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X. R. PanThe novel I’m reviewing today deals with topics of mental health and suicide. As someone who personally struggles with mental illness, I...
haleylynnthomas22Feb 12, 20192 minBook Boyfriends (Valentine's Day Bonus Blog)Valentine’s Day can be a bummer if your single and your hamster would rather spend time running on his wheel than snuggling with you! So,...
haleylynnthomas22Feb 2, 20193 minThe Kindle: An Interview with a Book LoverAs someone who grew up loving books, and as a writer who hopes to one day see one of her novels published, I’ve admittedly never been a...
haleylynnthomas22Jan 31, 20193 minJanuary Reading Wrap-Up (14th-31st)It’s the end of the first month of the year, and I read a total of 13 books this month. This is my reading wrap-up for the second half of...
haleylynnthomas22Jan 26, 20192 minA Review of: The Hazel Wood by Melissa AlbertSummary: The Hazel Wood is a young adult urban fantasy novel following Alice, whose grandmother is an infamous, reclusive fairytale...
haleylynnthomas22Jan 19, 20192 minA Review of: The Hearts We Sold by Emily Lloyd-JonesSummary: The Hearts We Sold is a young adult fantasy/paranormal novel. It follows Dee Moreno, who lives in a world where demons have...
haleylynnthomas22Jan 15, 20193 minMid-Month Reading Wrap-Up (Bonus Blog)January is about half over already, and I’m quite proud of how much I’ve read so far. Thankfully I have enjoyed most of the books I’ve...
haleylynnthomas22Jan 5, 20192 minNew Year's Reading and Writing ResolutionsAt the start of every year many people make New Years’ Resolutions, pledging to change and/or accomplish something. The goal is usually...
haleylynnthomas22Dec 29, 20183 minAnticipated Releases of 2019With the coming new year comes new book releases. As we near the end of 2018, I’m sharing the five upcoming book releases of 2019 that...
haleylynnthomas22Dec 14, 20182 minA Review of: Grim Lovelies by Megan ShepherdSummary: Grim Lovelies is a young adult fantasy novel by Megan Shepherd. It is the story of five beasties (animals turned into humans by...
haleylynnthomas22Dec 8, 20182 minHoliday Gift Guide for Book LoversIt’s the holiday season, so what do you get for the book lover in your life? It can be tricky to buy them a book, even one by their...
haleylynnthomas22Dec 1, 20182 minA Review of: To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra ChristoSummary: To Kill a Kingdom is a Young Adult high fantasy novel by Alexandra Christo. It tells the stories of Elian, a reluctant prince...
haleylynnthomas22Nov 21, 20183 minBonus Blog: Books We're Thankful ForThanksgiving is a time to, well, give thanks. We give thanks for our wonderful families, friends, and the many blessings in our lives....
haleylynnthomas22Nov 17, 20182 minA Review of: Ash Princess by Laura SebastianAbout The Novel: Ash Princess is a YA fantasy novel. It follows the story of Theodosia ‘Theo/Thora’ who was the heir of the country...
haleylynnthomas22Nov 11, 20182 minA Review of: What If It's Us by Becky Alertalli and Adam SilveraAbout the Novel: What If It’s Us is a YA contemporary romance novel by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera. The novel follows the story of...
haleylynnthomas22Nov 1, 20184 minBonus Blog: NaNoWriMo InspirationIn addition to being an avid reader, I love to write, particularly high fantasy (fantasy set in a fictional world). Since this month is...
