Suzanne

Suzanne

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Book Blitz: Sweatpants Season, by Danielle Allen

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 27, 2018 8:00:00 AM / by Suzanne

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Dear Reader,

From time to time, we're going to participate in some of these book blitz, cover reveal, or other promotions for books we think you'll like. This is a curated list and will be limited to one a week or so.

Personally? I already bought this book and look forward to curling up with it in some sweatpants of my own!

Check it out and don't forget to enter the giveaway!

XO,

Suzanne

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He has a big…smile. 
It was the first thing I noticed that day until he stood. His grey sweatpants hung off his hips and I didn’t want to look. I really didn’t. 
I’m a feminist. 
I don’t believe in objectifying men. I don’t catcall men. I don’t ogle the bodies of men. I don’t view men as objects of my affection rather than complex people with feelings, wants, and needs of their own. I don’t treat men the way society often treats women. 

I treat men the way I want to be treated as a woman—with respect! 
So, when Carlos ran into me while I was reviewing my interview questions in the park, it surprised me to see my photography classmate out of context. I was also surprised to see as much of him as I did.
It wasn’t just that it caught my eye. It was the fact that it held my attention.
It wasn’t just that it was large. It was the fact that it was visibly large.
It wasn’t just that it was Carlos Richmond. It was the fact that I am Akila Bishara.
And I am not seduced by anything other than intelligent conversation, witty rapport, and meaningful actions.
I am not seduced by a dick print. 
I am not. 
Seriously, I’m not.


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Review: When a Duke Loves a Woman, by Lorraine Heath

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 25, 2018 8:30:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in review

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As I mentioned in my mini-review of the first book in this series, Beyond Scandal and Desire, Lorraine Heath writes emotional, soapy historical romances with plots that can be over-the-top at times. This means that the author's entire body of work is hit or miss for me, but this one was a hit.

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Mini-Reviews, Sept. 12, 2018 Edition

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 12, 2018 10:00:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in review

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More mini-reviews! An m/f historical, an m/f contemporary, and an m/m paranormal.

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Review: Sweet Disaster, by Ceri Grenelle

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 7, 2018 10:00:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in review

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Sweet Disaster is a steamy romantic comedy with a delightful supporting cast. The middle sags a bit, as the central conflict hinges on the male main character moving for a job, but the awkward details and chemistry between the leads is enough to save it.

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Exclusive Cover Reveal: Spellswept, by Stephanie Burgis

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 7, 2018 9:30:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in cover reveal

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Fantasy romance fans, we have a treat for you today!

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Cover Reveal: Thrall, by Avon Gale and Roan Parrish

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 5, 2018 9:00:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in cover reveal

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If you've ever wanted to read a Dracula retelling in which Mina and her best friend Lucy are actually in love... Avon Gale and Roan Parrish are here to deliver what you need!

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Top Off Your TBR: September 2018 Edition

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 4, 2018 3:20:46 PM / by Suzanne posted in new releases

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This month, we have a whole bunch of romances and a couple of books with strong romantic elements for you. Plus, Amy shares a how-to cosplay video!

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Shira Glassman Recommends... Historical F/F Romance

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 31, 2018 9:30:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in guest post

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Last week, we shared Shira's recommendations for contemporary f/f romance. This week, it's all historical! Let's get to it.
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Review: Once Upon a Rainbow, Volume 3

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 30, 2018 9:45:00 AM / by Suzanne posted in review

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The latest edition of Ninestar Press's Once Upon a Rainbow series is thoroughly charming. The premise is simple: queer retellings of classic fairy tales, but the execution is, for lack of a better word,  magical. I haven't read the first two volumes, but bought them immediately upon finishing this review copy. As with their Into the Mystic anthologies, Ninestar's editorial chops are on full display here - none of the stories stand out as "filler." Yes, there are a few that worked better for me than others, but most of that is personal preference, not objective quality issues. 

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Get Your Sh*t Together: Planners, Stickers, and Other Stuff We're Into

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 28, 2018 10:00:00 AM / by Suzanne

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Ready for school? For 2019? For a post-summer (or winter, hiiii southern hemisphere!) reset? Let's do this.

Here's the problem with planners - you only need one, maybe two, but there are so very many cute ones out there. Here's how we're coping - by sharing with all of you. 

Some of the links below are affiliate links and support the site. (Target, B&N)

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