THE VIOLET WEST
Fantasy Novels & Graphic Novels

Stories have the power to reshape how we see women—and sometimes, how women see themselves. THE WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST: THE ENDURING LEGACY OF A FEMINIST ICON by Dr. Lona Bailey reclaims one of fiction’s most maligned women and reframes her as a lasting symbol of strength, rebellion, and autonomy. Bailey explores how the Wicked Witch has evolved across more than a century of literature, film, and feminist thought, transforming from an emblem of fear into a figure of power a

A Hollywood Mystery by Britt Lind GIVEAWAY LINK: Author's signed copy of Britt Lind’s memoir, LEARNING HOW TO FLY. (one winner) (USA only) (ends Dec 12) https://gleam.io/owT42/the-hollywood-mysteries-book-tour-giveaway Do you like noir mysteries? Then this is for you. A series with the dark glamour of behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. The stars are not all shiny. They are human and have relatable problems with us readers. One of the focuses is on Josh. We follo

I present you Cinnamon Soul: with perfect covers that fit a cozy fantasy mystery genre, the first volume has a great color scheme. I was given the exclusive to the next volume's cover (first access - thank you so much author, for the privilege). These are perfect to collect. First, a word from the autor, then we'll jump into our fun Q&A: "For Audiobook lovers: Cinnamon Soul has an audiobook version! Layla Fatima did the narration and turned in a fantastic performance to bring

(image belongs to the author's official website) @harpercelebratebooks, @drjuliagarcia and @storygramtours #5HabitsofHope #DrJuliaGarcia #HarperCelebrateBooks #storygramtours Get book here Audio here Ever felt that passion that was once fueling your dreams or your relationships fading, leaving you stuck or ready to give up? What if you could move from feeling powerless to empowered? The 5 Habits of Hope reshapes the way we think about hope—as more than just a feeling, as a p

4,75 stars This is a hilarious birthday spent with the young daughter of a powerful man whom most fear or want something from. No one has time to celebrate the birthday during space conflicts, ahah so Strak (not human) gets the job. He is so sweet, he makes her day perfect. A test of loyalty, because birthday celebrations are the best and worthy. Making time for our kids and treasuring each time vs work and work. A little girl's day taught him a valuable lesson. Go home if it

With a swirl of snowflakes, a shimmer of starlight, and a dazzling dance of color, the North Wind, the North Star, and the Northern Lights unite their magical powers to create something truly delightful—a host of vibrant, whimsical new friends! At first, chaos whirls through the arctic skies and nothing goes quite right. But these Three Old Friends don’t give up. Through teamwork and a little northern magic, they finally pull off a heartwarming success: NEW FRIENDS! Dive into

@PenguinKids @acaseforbooks and @storygramtours #26releases #AliceWithAWhy #PenguinKidsPartner #storygramkids Journey back to Wonderland . . . England, 1919. Alyce–with a Y–is sent to live with her grandmother, the original Alice, after having lost her father in war. When a mysterious invitation to a tea party hits her square in the face, Alyce realizes her grandmother’s strange stories of a place called Wonderland might have some truth to them after all. Soon Alyce is tumbl

Macmillan Publishers, the paperback of volume 1 has golden edges here Book 2 here Releases Nov 11 Audio here "Acclaimed, mega-bestselling Eoin Colfer, named "a master storyteller" by School Library Journal, returns to the world of Juniper Lane for a lively new adventure! This time, Juniper takes off on a summertime quest in a story sure to delight young readers all year round. Juniper and her loyal flying reindeer Skära are the first ever Guardians of Cedar Wood. With Juniper

THE QUEST FOR FREEDOM by Matthew Devitt Review GIVEAWAY LINK: Author-Signed copy of QUEST FOR FREEDOM (4 winners) (USA only) (ends Nov 26) https://gleam.io/9ovna/quest-for-freedom-book-tour-giveaway What is it about? Affer was once a peaceful planet, until a war broke out between its six inhabiting species. The humans, who were once the mightiest force on Affer, were massacred in droves, and the ones who survived the onslaught were reduced to mere slaves. The five other speci

Do you like to read adventurous fantasy? 🔮💬 This is THE WANDERING INN, where a cozy setting meets high adventure and litRPG. 🏰 And did you know this book started out as a web serial with 2.5 million readers? How cool! Come join the book tour and wander through this world with evil goblins, delicious fruit and deadly rock crabs. 🦀🌳 🎧 And we highly recommend experiencing this one in audiobook as the narrator, Andrea Parsneau, really brings the characters to life! 🌎 This

@dheepamaturi and @storygramtours #dheepamaturi #108EcoThriller #storygramtours Can one woman stop a chemical magnate from destroying life on Earth? While working the night shift at a San Francisco news agency, Bayla Jeevan has a shocking out-of-body experience. Her consciousness is transported deep into an Indian forest, where she witnesses a noxious liquid spreading through the soil. At the same time, she receives a message from her father, presumed dead for fifteen years

@torbooks and @storygramtours #LiesWeeping #GlenCook #storygramtours This is book 12, or 1st of a new series "From Glen Cook, the godfather of Grimdark himself, Lies Weeping is the first book in a brand new arc of his groundbreaking Chronicles of the Black Company―an epic fantasy series, with millions of copies in print. The Black Company has retreated across the plain of glittering stone, toward a shadow gate that would let them trade the dangers of the plain for the questi

Iceni: The Year of Sacrifice by Stephen D. Owen Genre: Historical Fiction First of a trilogy Setting: The story is set in 60 AD in Roman Britain, focusing on the events leading up to Boudica's rebellion. Review 4.5 Stars A story of defiance and greed Boudica's story against Rome, which humiliated her and her daughters. Great choice for opening chapters, the loss of a king, the arrival of the enemy, and the betrayal of those close to her. Violent and traumatic scenes with clos

4 stars Welcome to Snoodles in Space: A Snoodle, the Zoodle Kidoodles, and One Happy Schmoodle, a graphic novel that is created with full pages illustrated, easy to read and follow, instead of having claustrophobic little panels. It's vivid, filled with humor and diversity (characters are not all human). Also makes perfect read-aloud with the alliterations and funny names. Try saying "We also have Frimpy Frumpy Froodle and Whimpy Whiny Woodle." If you don't smile, saying it,

Join us here. GRAPHIC NOVEL TOUR 🌎 Do you play Dungeons & Dragons? 💬 This is Creatures & Corridors by Brandon Auman & Andrea Mutti. In this graphic novel we follow five high school sophomores who play a rare role-playing game that was banned for being “too Satanic” - Creatures & Corridors. ☠️ As the kids play the mysterious fantasy game, it unleashes a curse that warps reality around them... 🤯🎲 If you are a bookish creator and love D&D and graphic novels, come join this b

CATHEDRAL OF THE DROWNED 5 stars I recommend this series for lovers of eerie, genre mashup reads. It's super surreal, vivid, and creative horror. The character is divided between a jar with half a brain and a body in torture. Master cosmic horror. Also, a deep introspection on self-identity and person. There are so many unique elements that make this trilogy unforgettable, for example, catholics launching cathedrals into space, spider eggs, and bizarre. I totally recommend ge

Meet Curly Sue a rescued puppy who loves her boy. 👉 Each illustration is painted with oil on panel. 👉 Perfect for dog lovers 👉 Sweet poem 👉 Seeing the world through macro relevance, joy in little things 👉 Themes: unconditional love, loyalty, pets, nature, gifts giving, 👉 Ages 5-8 😃About the book Curly Sue the dog spends her days waiting for her boy to come home from school. Today, she wants to show her nature-loving boy how much she cherishes him with a special gift.

Super High Quality Graphic Novel editions with @thelabpress #SuperScience #TheLabPress Get book here. Review: 4.5 stars 🌟 I appreciate the absurdity. The artwork is amazing, and the high quality of the edition is impressive. The duo Esmeranda and Jack is the best among the great cast of characters. Fast-paced and easy to follow. A sci-fi graphic novel with a lot of humor. After the Amethyst incident, some people gained the ability to create groundbreaking scientific and engi

NOTE: It is a classic written in the past, but the tips the author offers (he is no longer with us) in the writers of the future anthology are just one page of relevant thoughts that help authors, still model to authors nowadays, big names such as Brandon Sanderson, Martha Well, Patrick Rothfuss, among others. As an author, I am always interested in seeing how it started, and I pick the relevant parts that help me construct a positive evolution of my art skills. All people ha

Book Info: The Cassette Tape Secret by Danielle Herzog Genre: Middle Grade Contemporary Publishing Date: October 21, 2025 @topplingstackstours & @danielleherzogkidlit #TheCassetteTapeSecret #TopplingStacksTours #DanielleHerzog 5 Reasons to Read... Synopsis: Thirteen-year-old Alex Bennett is used to being overlooked by his classmates. From being bullied due to his OCD, he’s learned that being invisible is the safest option. So he’s unprepared when the new girl, Ida May, requ