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Fantasy Novels & Graphic Novels

💚Praises for Wicked Witch of the West: The Enduring Legacy of a Feminist Icon by author Lona Bailey. 🩷I was absolutely in shock and at awe reading about the life of these women, what they went through as actresses and struggling as women and mothers in their society (generation). From the very first appearance of The Wivked Witch portraited by Margaret Hamilton to the modern versions of Wicked. Women associated with witches in our history is not a story that starts with thi

A locked study, a brilliant physicist, and a device built to test the limits of time form the core premise of IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE by @blumyo. Professor Yonatan Brand is found dead in his sealed study beside a machine he spent his life perfecting—a device meant to explore the dangers and paradoxes of time. When the police can’t resolve what happened, Benjamin “Bunker” Kronovic and Abigail Canaani unexpectedly take on the case. They move through Brand’s old friendships and

10 Reasons Chapter Books help All Ages 👆 Why as an adult these keep me sane and inspired Do you agree with any of my points? If this is a useful, inspiring post let me know , share and save it 🥰🥰🥰 If you can't see the video below open here on Youtube #chapterbooks #firstbooks #reluctantreaders Books by : Disney Hyperion WalkerBooks US Simon & Schuster Hachette Andrews McMeel Harper Collins Penguin Random House Don't forget these, amazing series. My top 3

Some notes, no order of preference (you can find my reviews for these at goodreads). I copied the cover and cut them to fit like that, of some of the books because I read digital versions. Ain't Nobody's Fool the Life and Times of Dolly Parton by Matha Ackmann will be released Dec 30th. I enjoyed a copy of an audiobook by Macmillan in advance, and I devoured it. It brings an end to many rumors about her past and story. Adaptogens is a book of fun but also useful recipes for

BOY WITH WINGS by Mark Mustian is a historical fiction novel. Published: March 2025, 324 pages - Publisher: Koehler Books - Category: Adult Fiction (18+ and up) - Genre: Historical Literary Fiction - Rating: PG-13: There is adult content, use of the f word and (in limited context) the n word About the book What does it mean to be different? When Johnny Cruel is born with strange appendages on his back in the 1930s South, the locals think he’s a devil. Determined to protect hi

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 fol

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 brin

(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,

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

FROM BOOKTOK AND BOOKSTAGRAM SENSATION OVA CEREN: A Middle Eastern legend gets a magically romantic modern makeover perfect for fans of  The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. A young woman must find a way to end the curse on her heart before it claims her forever in this delightfully witty fantasy romance. Sare Silverbirch has already had her heart broken three times. A fifth heartbreak will stop her heart forever. Such is the nature of the curse she was born under, which forces

@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

Hidden Hollow Book Tours From CW Rose comes Midnightsong An Adult Fantasy Romance with limited sex descriptions. Tropes: F orbidden Romance,  Who Did This to You, Reluctant Hero & Heroine, Undersea Politics, Fairytale & Mythology Retelling Bannen's The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, the multicultural representation and complex characters of Mia Tsai's Bitter Medicine, and the themes of feminism, family, loss, and environmentalism and sustainability similar to Monique Roffey'

My review: 4 stars I appreciate the level of information, detail and transparacy of David and Goliath" systemic racism is not endemic to one culture or country only and it's good to have these voices bringing justice to the light. I am glad the author had loyal supporters as well. Dr. Hakam Singh Bhullar Image copyrighted to author An inspiring memoir 🚩Fighting the corruption and racism is not endemic to just one country or race. Nor is the strength to fight back. In this m

Via Wonderment is a soulful, easy to understand, and beautifully illustrated beginner's guide to manifesting with clarity and ease. You don’t need to force success—you just need to become the version of yourself that’s ready to receive it. @ katgottlieb , @amplifypubgroup  and @storygramtours  #ViaWonderment #KatGottlieb #Manifestation   #storygramtours #1 Amazon Bestseller available in print, digital, or audiobook Giveaway (2 copies go to 1 prize winner): Win 2 copies of th

In Push Back: Live, Love, and Work with Others Without Losing Yourself , author and psychotherapist Tonya Lester explores a question many people quietly wrestle with: how do you stand up for yourself without feeling like you’re letting someone down? Through her years of clinical experience, Lester has seen how often women—especially those juggling relationships, careers, and caregiving—downplay their needs to avoid tension. Her book confronts that pattern with empathy and evi

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 Junipe

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 spe

From the author of the dystopian trilogy comes another series. "...what do you do when you can?" This is a great YA dystopian for fans of The Last of Us and other end-of-the-world vibe books. This is a world that threatens not just the body but the sense of humanity. I liked the first trilogy as well, but these characters (Annie and Jude) from book 2 are more adult and confident. High-stakes moves Annie not just because of her brother's life in danger, but also after understa