Blogs first became popular when blogging platforms like Tumblr and blogger were created. There was a surge in blogging in the late 2010s with seemingly many bloggers becoming popular on platforms like Twitter and working with companies.
Can you still grow a blog in 2023?
Blogs first became popular when blogging platforms like Tumblr and blogger were created. There was a surge in blogging in the late 2010s with seemingly many bloggers becoming popular on platforms like Twitter and working with companies.
Where I Get Books From
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Hi everyone! How are you doing? What have you been reading lately?
My reading has been a bit of a rollercoaster. I have somehow read a lot this year. I think this is mainly down to reading graphic novels and audiobooks. I've been reading a mix of physical books, ebooks and audiobooks. With life and chronic illness I am wondering whether to go back to mainly reading via audio.
Here are some places where I read, including some really great resources.
Cosy Games I've Been Enjoying 1
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I've been getting really into playing cosy games lately. For me this encompasses relaxing games that I can pause and put down at any time, cute graphics and objectives to aim for on a smaller scale. Here are some cosy games I've been enjoying lately (I'll be posting more about cosy games in the future!).
Cult of the Lamb (PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5)
Winner Takes All by Claris Lam
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Title: “Winner Takes All”
Author: Claris Lam
Genre: Mystery (subgenre is amateur sleuth murder mystery)
Where to read: https://books2read.com/u/4EL8ro
Synopsis: “Aubri Harlow thinks she's found her dream vacation after winning a contest to an exclusive island resort for a whole week. However, her dream quickly turns into a nightmare when her ex-boyfriend Colin, ex-girlfriend Renee, and former university classmate Bastian end up on the same island as fellow contest winners.
Even worse? Colin is found dead barely a day into the vacation. Terrible weather prevents the police from arriving on the island to investigate. To keep herself safe, as well as her other companions, Aubri must find out who the killer is…or risk becoming the next target.”
Inspiration for the book: I was inspired by reading several mystery novels and authors, including Agatha Christie, Shari Lapena, and Lisa Jackson. I had such an entertaining time reading mysteries that I figured, why not try writing my own?
Kitra by Gideon Marcus
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Title: Kitra
Author: Gideon Marcus
Genre: YA Space Adventure
Where to buy: https://journeypress.com/titles/kitra/
Synopsis:
Stranded in space: no fuel, no way home… and no one coming to help.
From the pen of Hugo Finalist Gideon Marcus comes the found-family, YA Space Adventure you’ve been waiting for:
Nineteen-year-old Kitra Yilmaz dreams of traveling the galaxy like her Ambassador mother. But soaring in her glider is the closest she can get to touching the stars — until she stakes her inheritance on a salvage Navy spaceship.
On its shakedown cruise, Kitra’s ship plunges into hyperspace, stranding Kitra and her crew light years away. Tensions rise between Kitra and her shipmates: the handsome programmer, Fareedh; Marta, biologist and Kitra’s ex-girlfriend; Peter, the panicking engineer; and the oddball alien navigator, Pinky.
Now, running low on air and food, it’ll take all of them working together to get back home.
Synopsis:
Stranded in space: no fuel, no way home… and no one coming to help.
From the pen of Hugo Finalist Gideon Marcus comes the found-family, YA Space Adventure you’ve been waiting for:
Nineteen-year-old Kitra Yilmaz dreams of traveling the galaxy like her Ambassador mother. But soaring in her glider is the closest she can get to touching the stars — until she stakes her inheritance on a salvage Navy spaceship.
On its shakedown cruise, Kitra’s ship plunges into hyperspace, stranding Kitra and her crew light years away. Tensions rise between Kitra and her shipmates: the handsome programmer, Fareedh; Marta, biologist and Kitra’s ex-girlfriend; Peter, the panicking engineer; and the oddball alien navigator, Pinky.
Now, running low on air and food, it’ll take all of them working together to get back home.
Far Removed: Book 1 in the Apidecca Duology by C B Lansdell
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Author: C B Lansdell
Genre: Sci-fi / horror
Where to buy: https://books2read.com/farremoved/
Synopsis:
On the moon of Knyadrea, the sea yields intelligent life. For a species shaped by tides, change is the only constant.
Charismatic and innovative, Oklas Sayve has risen to prominence in Apidecca, the moon's capital city. A politician and college director, he has the resources to effect the changes he envisions for the world. But the sovereigns he serves oppose him at every turn and his status cannot protect the low-strata students attending his college. After a young knyad is wrongly linked to insurgent activity, Oklas must find a way to smuggle her out of the city while hiding his involvement from the authorities.
Below the grand Assembly Chambers, a knyad in a mask sculpts, grasping for scraps of beauty in her shrinking world. Years ago, Prismer made a costly mistake and now has only her job at the projection booth and a few special interests to fill her days. But it is not her sculptures that draw the attention of a powerful client, and she is soon met with a request to undertake a dangerous mission. Will she answer the call and risk losing the little she has left?
Mysteries surface. A supernatural substance is used in corrupt ways. As identities shift and predicaments are reshuffled, what alliances might be forged?
Genre: Sci-fi / horror
Where to buy: https://books2read.com/farremoved/
Synopsis:
On the moon of Knyadrea, the sea yields intelligent life. For a species shaped by tides, change is the only constant.
Charismatic and innovative, Oklas Sayve has risen to prominence in Apidecca, the moon's capital city. A politician and college director, he has the resources to effect the changes he envisions for the world. But the sovereigns he serves oppose him at every turn and his status cannot protect the low-strata students attending his college. After a young knyad is wrongly linked to insurgent activity, Oklas must find a way to smuggle her out of the city while hiding his involvement from the authorities.
Below the grand Assembly Chambers, a knyad in a mask sculpts, grasping for scraps of beauty in her shrinking world. Years ago, Prismer made a costly mistake and now has only her job at the projection booth and a few special interests to fill her days. But it is not her sculptures that draw the attention of a powerful client, and she is soon met with a request to undertake a dangerous mission. Will she answer the call and risk losing the little she has left?
Mysteries surface. A supernatural substance is used in corrupt ways. As identities shift and predicaments are reshuffled, what alliances might be forged?
The Stars Within by Alex Arch
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Title: The Stars Within
Author: Alex Arch
Genre: Science-fiction
Where to read: most big retailers but only in ebook format.
Synopsis:
A dying star always shines brightest.
Thomas fights to beat cancer. Colette fights to save the human race.
A colonial miner crippled with debt, Thomas must flee his home to cure his recurring cancer. With his health declining at an alarming rate, his options are limited. Spend his last days surrounded by his loved ones or leave them behind for a slim chance to live. The choice is impossible, the prospect grim, and not for him alone.
A pragmatic military hero, Colette enrolls in a mission to thwart an alien invasion. She always gets the job done… unless Mia’s involved. She must then put her feelings aside as always or risk jeopardizing her assignment for the woman she once loved.
Two battles. Two realities. For one to succeed, the other must fail.
The Revenge by Stacy T Townend
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Title: The Revenge
Author: Stacy T Townend
Genre: Historical Fiction
Where to read: Amazon, ebook, paperback or Kindle Unlimited
Synopsis: The Revenge is my 2nd book in the trilogy The Mercian Tales. It continues on from Book 1 The Betrayal. Oswi now Ealdorman of Holt is once more thrown into action serving King Offa. The Ealdorman of East Sussex call for support against the invading King Wattus of the Haestingas Tribe. Oswi must use his skills as a warrior to take battle to the enemy. Oswi finds new friends and warriors go take north to battle the invading raiders. Lies, mistrust, death, honour loyalty & friend & foe alike all seeking revenge. Who will succeed & be triumphant.
Blood Lust by L. E. Scott
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Blood Lust
by L. E. Scott
Supernatural Romance
Read for free on KU or buy on Amazon: https://mybook.to/lxL9A
Blood Lust follows a vampire and human couple who live with their pet werewolf, Vincent. The human, Benigo, is dying which means that if Sangue (the vampire) doesn't want to wait for him to reincarnate and then grow up and start to remember him again (this has happened before), he needs to turn him into a vampire so they can be together. The trouble is, Benigo might not remember him or their love, but that's a risk Sangue is willing to take. However, the ritual doesn't work and Benigo heals instead of turning. Perplexed, Sangue goes searching for answers and learns that if someone isn't willing to die they won't turn. This gives Benigo an idea about using vampire blood to heal an epidemic that is currently plaguing the gay community, and Sangue goes along with it because he's the type that would do anything for the man he loves.
by L. E. Scott
Supernatural Romance
Read for free on KU or buy on Amazon: https://mybook.to/lxL9A
Blood Lust follows a vampire and human couple who live with their pet werewolf, Vincent. The human, Benigo, is dying which means that if Sangue (the vampire) doesn't want to wait for him to reincarnate and then grow up and start to remember him again (this has happened before), he needs to turn him into a vampire so they can be together. The trouble is, Benigo might not remember him or their love, but that's a risk Sangue is willing to take. However, the ritual doesn't work and Benigo heals instead of turning. Perplexed, Sangue goes searching for answers and learns that if someone isn't willing to die they won't turn. This gives Benigo an idea about using vampire blood to heal an epidemic that is currently plaguing the gay community, and Sangue goes along with it because he's the type that would do anything for the man he loves.
Graphic Novel Recommendations 1
I've been really enjoying reading graphic novels! They're so cute, fun and emotion-evoking. I'm loving reading them on Kindle where they are available. I wanted to share some that I've read and want everyone to check out!
The Sad Ghost Club
Volume 1 was on sale so I thought I'd check it out and oh wow was I surprised! The Sad Ghost Club follows characters who suffer with their mental health, they meet and talk about life and things. It feels like such an authentic portrayal of living with mental illness, it's so relatable and lovely. I immediately read and adored the next two books in the series and I can't wait for volume 4! These are absolute must-reads!