Ahoy, mateys! - My YA Pirate Books Recommendations

September 20, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Books, Blog

I know very few people who do not like a good pirate movie or a book. I rediscovered my love for pirates when the very first Pirates of the Caribbean movie came out and I was instantly smitten with Captain Jack Sparrow. Perhaps, as a child I was not in love with “Treasure Island” by Robert Louis Stevenson (the exception is made for a gender-bender production by National Theatre, just saying) or “Robinson Crusoe” by Daniel Defoe as some of my friends.

😍 Entangled Teen Secret Title Cover Reveal 👀

July 22, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Books

Do you read YA romance?

Do you like a forbidden romance trope?

Are you interest in one of the biggest upcoming book releases?

If yes, then I have something special for you today.

A best selling author

A gorgeous cover

Are you ready?

Book review: "Zenobia July" by Lisa Bunker 🌈

June 22, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Books

“Zenobia July” is a heartwarming, middle-grade novel about a transgender girl who starts her new life in a new town with her aunts.

I received this book from Penguin Teen Canada in exchange for an honest and free review. It sounded like a perfect read for Pride Month.

Penguin Teen Social 2019 - Recap (May 23, 2019)

June 14, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Books, Events

Right before going to NYC for BEA/BookCon, I got to be at Penguin Teen Social event at Penguin Random House Canada HQ - effectively, kicking off my bookish 2 weeks. I was trying to write and upload this post before I left, but there was just too much happening!

I love going to book events in Canada as I get to see lots of bookish friends and bloggers! Not to mention get my hands on the newest releases. And this event was not an exception.

CLOSED - Win signed copies of Truthwitch and Windwitch by Susan Dennard! (open internationally)

January 25, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Blog, Books

I have always been open about the fact that I adore Susan Dennard’s Witchlands series. I own all of her books in US hardbacks, but since I want to share the love for this amazing young adult fantasy series with other fans, and maybe make a couple of fans more in the process, I decided to host an international giveaway for the first two of her books!

MY TOP 3 YOUNG ADULT SFF BOOKS OF 2018

January 15, 2019 by Fox Clouds in Books

Looking back at 2018, I realized that there were not that many books that stood out for me. And those that did are split between various genres. So, I decided to make a series of blog posts about all of my top favourite books that I read in 2018, divided into categories.

Of course, I am starting with Young Adult SFF books as it is my most read genre at the moment.

Book review: “The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein” by Kiersten White

September 25, 2018 by Fox Clouds in Books

I was lucky to meet Kiersten White at BookCon this year. It was the first time I lined up for her autograph session as I knew I wanted to get an ARC of “The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein”.

As Kiersten was signing my copy of the book, I asked her why she had decided to pick up Frankenstein story for retelling. Kiersten was honest and said that it was the idea of her publisher. (Seems like every publisher is trying to milk the YA retellings crazy for as long as possible.)

I was very excited to read “The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein” as I love “Frankenstein” by Danny Boyle, the National Theatre production of 2011, in which Jonny Lee Miller and Benedict Cumberbatch alternated the roles of Victor Frankenstein and the Creature. As Halloween is approaching, NT Live will be doing encore screenings once again, so I recommend you check out their website, as this production is fantastic! I have seen both versions more than once and even mentioned the play to Kiersten.

Book review: “The Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding” by Alexandra Bracken

September 21, 2018 by Fox Clouds in Books

I have been following Alexandra Bracken on Instagram for not so long, but I love her InstaStories in which she talks about writing process and deadlines. I have been meaning to pick up one of her books - I even recently purchased a new paperback copy of ‘The Darkest Minds” intending to read it before seeing the movie (both of which I am still yet to do).

But I was the most interested in picking up “The Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding”, and since I am a bit on a middle-grade streak, it seemed to be the perfect time.

I even purchased my own copy without knowing if I am going to enjoy it or not. I got it from Amazon and started reading it immediately, and I am so happy I did.

Book review: "Kens" by Raziel Reid

September 18, 2018 by Fox Clouds in Books

I requested a copy of “Kens” by Raziel Reid from Penguin Random House after reading the description. It sounded like a very curious book, and I am grateful to the publisher for providing me with a free copy for review.

Book review: "The Magic Misfits" by Neil Patrick Harris (audiobook)

September 12, 2018 by Fox Clouds in Books

I came across “The Magic Misfits” as I was browsing the newest releases at my favourite Indigo store. I was thrilled to find out that Neil Patrick Harris wrote a book! The cover looked so adorable that I couldn’t wait to read it.