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At Forests and Fiction, I write about books (and other things) that I love
In 2021 I began reading for pleasure again for the first time in a decade. What started as a passive hobby is now a full-fledged passion.
Reading is a wonderful release for me that opens so many worlds and possibilities. Forests and Fiction serves as a place to celebrate this passion alongside the other things that bring joy in my life as well.
LATEST POSTS
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Reading goals and rediscovering the joys of reading
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a competitive person. I like setting goals, I like working towards them, and I love the dopamine hit I get when I feel like I’ve achieved what I set out for. This competitiveness manifests in my reading life in several ways.
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Book Review: Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty
I had seen someone speak about Think Like a Monk in a way that described their experience with the content as transformational. I love a good non-fiction memoir, so I reserved this one at my library and consumed it on audiobook. I was pleasantly surprised with how enjoyable this book was. While I didn’t necessarily…
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Book Review: Fated Throne by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti
Fated Throne was an unbelievably wonderful surprise that restored my faith in this universe and has me so excited to finish out this series. This book wasn’t without its heartbreak, but there were so many storylines and plot twists that I was rooting for. I loved the direction that this book headed in and felt…
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October 2023 Most Anticipated Fantasy Book Releases
I’m convinced that there’s never been a better time to be a fantasy reader. There are so many amazing books and authors out there producing absolutely fantastic and unforgettable books. My dream is to somehow find a way to spend all of my time reading, but in the meantime, I’ll have to settle for reading…
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September Wrap-Up: Books Read, TBR lists, and What I’m Loving Right Now
I’m writing this while cozily wrapped in a big, plush robe, sipping a cappuccino, and staring out at the changing leaves on the trees in my backyard. Fall is upon us my friends, and I could not be happier about it.
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Book Review: A Curse of Blood and Wolves by Melissa McTernan
A Curse of Blood and Wolves jumped out at me because of the premise: a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood set in a fantasy romance novel. Admittedly, I love fairy tales, so the thought of getting an adult one was very appealing to me. I was grateful to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, One More…
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