Title: It Only Happens in the Movies
Author: Holly Bourne
Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Publisher: Usborne Publishing
Release Date: October 1st 2017

* BLURB *

Audrey is over romance. Since her parents’ relationship imploded her mother’s been catatonic, so she takes a cinema job to get out of the house. But there she meets wannabe film-maker Harry. Nobody expects Audrey and Harry to fall in love as hard and fast as they do. But that doesn’t mean things are easy. Because real love isn’t like the movies…

The greatest love story ever told doesn’t feature kissing in the snow or racing to airports. It features pain and confusion and hope and wonder and a ban on cheesy clichés. Oh, and zombies… YA star Holly Bourne tackles real love in this hugely funny and poignant novel.

* Buy Links *

Amazon | Kobo | iBooks | Book Depository | Waterstones

Local stores National Bookstore and FullyBooked also carry the book at their outlets.

REVIEW

Disclaimer: I partnered with Usborne Publishing in organizing a PH-based blog tour for It Only Happens In The Movies by Holly Bourne. Huge thanks to Usborne Publishing for providing a copy for review. This didn’t affect my opinion of the book in any way. 

It Only Happens In The Movies is one of those books that you just can’t simply put down as soon as you start reading it. You can’t help but wonder what happens next, so you just continue reading until you’re done. But what can I say? It’s Holly Bourne!

This is the fourth book by Holly Bourne that I’ve read. And there is absolutely no doubt when it comes to Holly Bourne’s writing. I loved her Spinster Club series, and with It Only Happens In The Movies, she proved her craft even more.

The story picks up when Audrey has to do a paper about romantic films for her Media Studies. During this time, Audrey was just recovering from her previous relationship and at the same time she’s still dealing with her mother who has been in an unresponsive stupor due to her parents’ broken relationship.

Desperate for an escape, she started working on a cinema where she met the wanna-be filmmaker Harry. Harry is described as your typical womanizer in every rom-com movies or novels. Audrey even called him what is commonly known today as “fuccboi”.

I have so many feels about this book! When I finished it, the only thing that I was able to write on Goodreads was this… “AAAAAAHHHKHKFJGJAJAGAG@&$&$%@AGDH!!!!” with five-glowing stars. Lol

Romance in real life vs. Romance in fiction

It Only Happens In The Movies is every bit of “realistic”. In Audrey’s studies about romance films, she weighed every clichés in romantic films compared to what we really experience in real life romances. She pointed out how every romantic film only shows the good parts, but never the ugliest parts of a relationship. Well, there are conflicts in romantic films, but if you do a reality check, these conflicts are quite far from what we actually experience in reality.

Most of the times, romantic films are limited and done accordingly to stereotypes. And when it comes to endings, they mostly just end at the best part of the couple’s romantic life. I know, except Nicholas Sparks. But the real question is, what happened next after the movie ended at that good part? Who knows.

This notion always gives us what we view as “perfection”, or what we call today as #relationshipgoals. We are so blinded by what the society wants us to believe that we fail to see what is really upon us in reality. Not only in romances or relationships in general, but also in so many things in life.

Okay, I still like romance movies and novels and all those cheesy and mushy stuff. But there are just so many things that Audrey – or Holly Bourne rather – pointed out in this book which gave me that realization moment. I mean, THIS WOMAN IS JUST SO FREAKING BRILLIANT AND ON POINT!

Audrey, her family and her friends

Holly Bourne explored so many timely topics and issues in just 410 pages. Friendship, family conflicts, relationship, dealing with self and anxiety, and breaking stereotypes. One book seems not enough, but Holly Bourne managed to fit all the pieces in this book, so neatly.

There was a moment when Audrey became so distant from her friends because she was too focused  on her relationship with her ex-boyfriend. After her break-up, her friends comforted her and they welcomed her back to the group. But she was having doubts if what they’re showing is genuine because she’s aware that she’s the one who built a wall between their friendships.

This is really on point, because one of my friends had a very similar case with her girlfriends when she got into a relationship. Reading this from Holly Bourne’s book is like having a deja vu.

What I like about Audrey’s character is how aware she was of herself. That she’s not perfect and she has done things that affected her surroundings resulting to her anxieties. Her character is not convincing the readers to like her, but to understand her. It seems like Holly Bourne wants to give us that person she knows we can all relate to, somehow at some point. And Audrey is that person – a very realistic, normal, and relatable character.

Cliché in a good kind of way

It Only Happens In The Movies is both light and heavy. I know it might sound confusing, but those conflicting feelings are what I really felt while reading the book. The way Holly delivered everything was light, fun, and  fast read – just like your typical rom-com novels. But at the same time, it tackles a lot of heavy issues that are commonly experienced by most teenagers.

It is also very cliché, but everything was told in a CLEVER and UNCONVENTIONAL way. Audrey was criticizing every cliché thing in films on her Media Studies project, only to realize that her life, and what she’s about to do are all very cliché themselves. So, it’s like she’s mocking herself when she’s about to do cliché things. Well, I don’t really have problems with clichés myself. I actually like clichés.

Final verdict

I think this is by far my most favorite Holly Bourne book. I want to say more things but I don’t want to give away too much about the book. But as what my friend Mommy Sol from Queen Soleil told me – this is the book that she should have read when she was still younger. It contains parts that may trigger anxiety, but I think this is a perfect book for older teenagers.

Oh, and if you like zombies, you’ll get some of it.

Lastly, I loved the ending so freaking much! It had left me in a emotional roller coaster because I didn’t know what to feel after that ending. But after few minutes, it dawned on me that THIS IS THE PERFECT ENDING FOR THIS BOOK.

PS, to my fellow Filipino readers, National Bookstore‘s version of It Only Happens In The Movies comes with an exclusive letter from Holly Bourne for her Filipino readers.

* Overall Rating *

* About The Author *

Holly Bourne writes YA novels and blogs about feminist issues. Her favourite things to complain loudly about are: the stigma of mental health, women’s rights, and the under-appreciation of Keanu Reeves’ acting ability.

Holly’s first two books, Soulmates and The Manifesto on How to be Interesting, have been critically acclaimed and translated into six languages. The first book in the ‘Normal’ series, Am I Normal Yet?, has been chosen as a World Book Night book for 2016 and has inspired the formation of Spinster Clubs around the country.

Before becoming a full-time author, Holly was editor and relationship advisor for a charity website.

Author Links

Website│Goodreads│Twitter│Facebook | Instagram

* Giveaway *

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Before we end the month of October, I want to share something really nice with you guys. I’m going to do a cover reveal of an to-be-published book by an independent author, Danielle Koste. And let me tell you guys! The first time I saw this cover, I was just immediately drawn!

Well, see it for yourself!

Title: PULSE
Author: Danielle Koste
Genre: Sci-fi, Paranormal, Romance
Release Date: January 1st 2018
Preorders: November 30th 2017
Publisher: Indie

BLURB

Rowan Platts is addicted to success.

When she’s presented with the chance to work on a top secret project fronted by her idol, renowned virologist Dr. Margot Miller, Rowan signs her life away without second thought. The realization she’s gotten in over her head comes only after the subject of their study is revealed: a boy with a bad attitude and an uninhibited taste for human blood.

He’s a medical anomaly. Having the ability to crush metal with his bare hands and hear a heartbeat from across the room, it would make Rowan’s career if she was the one to discover what made him so unusual.

Easier said than done, with a subject who prefers snapping necks over answering questions.

PRE-ORDER HERE

* ABOUT THE AUTHOR *

Danielle Koste is a born and raised Canadian, but currently lives with her significant other in the equally snowy and cold Stockholm, Sweden. While working a day job and learning the language of the locals, she spends her free time honing the craft she’s always had a passion for.

When procrastinating, Danielle likes to enjoy other forms of rich story-telling, besides the obvious abundance of novels filling up her apartment and Kindle. Movies, music, and video games are among her favorite time-wasters.

Author Links:

Website│Twitter│Patreon | Facebook│Tumblr | Goodreads

* MY THOUGHTS*

I am so in love with this cover! It is very simple, yet very compelling and attractive. I can’t wait to read this book! It gives so much promise just from the cover.

I also got the chance to own the book before the cover reveal, so I want to share with you the photo I took (which I’m kinda proud of). Thank you so much, Danielle!

Don’t forget to join the amazing giveaway below hosted by author, Danielle Koste!

* GIVEAWAY *

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What do you think of the cover? Don’t forget to add this to your TBR!

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Title: The Canary Club (Canary Club #1)
Author: Sherry D. Ficklin
Genre: Historical, Romance, Young Adult
Publisher: Clean Teen Publishing
Release Date: October 16th 2017
Purchase at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | iBooks

“Bad Luck” Benny is a boy from the wrong side of the tracks. Recently released from jail, he has vowed to keep his head down and stay out of trouble. But he also needs to care for his ailing sister and the rest of his struggling family, and he’ll do anything to make that happen—even if it means taking a position with a notorious crime boss. He soon finds himself in over his head—and worse still—falling for the one dame on earth he should be staying away from.

Masie is the daughter of a wealthy gangster with the voice of an angel and gun smoke in her veins. Strong-willed but trapped in a life she never wanted, she dreams of flying free from the politics and manipulation of her father. A pawn in her family’s fight for control of the city, and with a killer hot on her heels, she turns to the one person who just might be able to spring her from her gilded cage. But Masie is no angel, and her own dark secrets may come back to burn them both.

Two worlds collide in this compelling story of star-crossed lovers in gritty prohibition-era New York.

Perfect for fans of Beatriz Williams’ A CERTAIN AGE or Libba Bray’s THE DIVINERS, THE CANARY CLUB by Sherry D. Ficklin will entice Historical Romance fans of all ages. This Gatsby-era tale filled with dazzling speakeasies, vicious shoot-outs, gritty gangsters, and iridescent ingenues has also been compared to the television series Z: THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING and BOARDWALK EMPIRE.

* Excerpt *

“Watching after Masie can’t possibly be that bad,” I say, earning me a sympathetic grin.

“Never underestimate the fairer sex’s ability to cause a ruckus, Benny.”

His own car rolls up to the curb, and he helps June into it before sliding in himself. “You need a ride?” he asks out the window.

I’m about to say yes when I see Dickey sitting on the curb across the street, sucking on a Lucky. “Nah, I’m jake. Thanks anyway. See you tomorrow.”

I cross the road to my friend who, despite the pained grin on his face, turns his chin toward the sun. “If I didn’t know better, I’d call you the luckiest bastard on the planet, Benny.”

I offer him a hand up, which he accepts. “Yeah, all I had to do was get shot and almost die.”

He shrugs, tossing the butt on the ground and stomping it with the toe of his shoe. “You just remember who made the introductions there, Mr. Big Shot.”

“I doubt you’ll let me forget,” I joke, slapping him on the back. “What happened to the dames you were with earlier? I expected to find you necking in a back booth.”

Now he grins. “What, those baby vamps? Nah, chunks of lead compared to that canary I saw you beating your gums at.”

“She’s Dutch’s daughter,” I say, shaking my head as we walk toward the trolley stop. “Might as well have hands off tattooed across her forehead.”

“Man might risk it for a dame like that,” Dickey says, shooting me a warning scowl. “Don’t go getting crushed now. Them fellas, they may walk like us and talk like us, but make no mistake, Benny, we ain’t nothin’ like them.”

* Buy Links *

Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | iBooks

Glitter and Gold (A Canary Club Prequel) is currently FREE

Purchase at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | iBooks

* About The Author *

Sherry is the author of over a dozen novels for teens and young adults including the best selling Stolen Empire series. She can often be found browsing her local bookstore with a large white hot chocolate in one hand and a towering stack of books in the other. That is, unless she’s on deadline at which time she, like the Loch Ness monster, is only seen in blurry photographs.

Sherry also writes contemporary romance under the pen name SJ Noble. You can find her at her official website, www.sherryficklin.com, or stalk her on her Facebook page www.facebook.com/sherry.ficklin

Author Links

Website│Goodreads│Twitter│Facebook

* Giveaway *

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Title: Warcross (Warcross #1)
Author: Marie Lu
Genre: Young Adult, Sci-Fi
Release Date: September 12th, 2017
Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: ARC
Source: Publisher
Purchase at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository | National Bookstore | Fullybooked

For the millions who log in every day, Warcross isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life. The obsession started ten years ago and its fan base now spans the globe, some eager to escape from reality and others hoping to make a profit. Struggling to make ends meet, teenage hacker Emika Chen works as a bounty hunter, tracking down players who bet on the game illegally. But the bounty hunting world is a competitive one, and survival has not been easy. Needing to make some quick cash, Emika takes a risk and hacks into the opening game of the international Warcross Championships—only to accidentally glitch herself into the action and become an overnight sensation.

Convinced she’s going to be arrested, Emika is shocked when instead she gets a call from the game’s creator, the elusive young billionaire Hideo Tanaka, with an irresistible offer. He needs a spy on the inside of this year’s tournament in order to uncover a security problem . . . and he wants Emika for the job. With no time to lose, Emika’s whisked off to Tokyo and thrust into a world of fame and fortune that she’s only dreamed of. But soon her investigation uncovers a sinister plot, with major consequences for the entire Warcross empire. 

* Review *

Disclaimer: I received an ARC from Penguin Random House in exchange for an honest review. This doesn’t affect my opinion of the book in this review in any way. This is also in participation for The Royal Polar Bear Reads‘ blog tour.

The moment I stepped into the world of Warcross, I knew I was already part of the game… And that it’s already impossible to logout. In the end, I finished the game regretting nothing.

Boy, that was hell of a ride! Warcross is my very first Marie Lu book. Yes, yes, I know! I know I’ve missed out a lot on her previous books, and I promise I’ll go down those rides soon! Okay, truth be told, I’ve always wanted to read Legend, but there are those times when I’m just not up for mainstream books. But you know what? I now regret not getting into the Marie Lu fandom so soon!

Get into Warcross world

Warcross first introduced the life of Emika Chen, the main protagonist of the story. Emika is a skilled hacker and bounty hunter – a skill she uses for a living. She tracks down people involved in illegal activities that police authority doesn’t have the time to track down. Most of these illegal activities are Warcross related such as illegal gambling and illegal trades done in the Warcross black market known as Dark World.

Warcross is a game, but not your ordinary game. It is already considered as a way of life for most people who play Warcross, including Emika. One day, due to her desperation to earn a sum amount of money to pay her 3-month due rent, she decided to hack into the opening ceremony of Warcross championship, but accidentally glitched herself into the game.

The next morning, believing that she’ll get arrested for interrupting the championship game, instead she was shocked to get an invitation to the Henka Games headquarters in Tokyo. The invitation was directly from the creator of Warcross, the genius Hideo Tanaka.

Well, what more to say? That short introduction alone is already engaging, if you ask me. To be honest, I didn’t set my expectation too high to avoid disappointments later. But as someone who played online games a lot back in the days, watched Sword Art Online and almost worshiped sci-fi anime Gundam Seed Destiny? Who am I kidding?! Okay, I was extremely excited to read this one.

But as much as I’m excited for Warcross, I didn’t immediately got immersed in the story. Maybe also because I had other business in my sleeve when I started the book. But even so, I loved how Marie Lu’s writing style and overall storytelling kept me going, and later got me involved.

The world

You have no idea how mesmerized I was with the Warcross world.

This is the part that I’m most excited to talk about. Marie Lu was very detailed in building her Warcross world (both inside and outside the game). It was futuristic, colorful, and something that any gamer would want to experience.

I think the best visual representation I can picture from my imaginary NeuroLink while reading Wacross is the Neo-Seoul from Cloud Atlas, and the Neo-Niihama Japan from Ghost in The Shell. Warcross world (specifically Tokyo Japan) may be a little more or less futuristic and advanced than those two mentioned in one way or another.

The characters

I already mentioned my girl, Emika Chen. Emika already started as a feisty one. Mostly due to her status of life. One thing is for sure though, Emika is immediately one of my favorite YA heroines. A kickass, smart, and someone who always thinks before she acts? Why, yes!

Emika is the definition of colors in the Warcross world.  Well, not because she’s a ball of sunshine or a bubbly person. It’s mainly because of her rainbow hair and tattoos. I actually think that her colorful appearance is very contrasting with her personality, and job as a bounty hunter and hacker.

Then there’s Hideo, the creator of Warcross. I like this guy, but not as much as I like Emika. Maybe because I think I need to know more about him. He was only able to let us all in with his life at the near end, and I know that there’s more.

Supporting character wise, I was satisfied by the way Marie Lu got the other Warcross championship players (specifically Emika’s teammates) more involved in the story at the end. I liked Emika’s teammates, especially Roshan and Hammie. I’m hoping that they’ll take more appearances and roles in the next book. That means more games; more games means more actions.

And lastly, Zero – the guy who’s supposed to be the villain of the game. This is one of those rare times where I can’t seem to hate the villain. Well, there’s a reason for it, and you should read the book and see if you’ll feel the same way. Haha

There’s also a romance between Emika and Hideo, not surprising, really. It’s not over-the-top romance, which I personally really like. And I like how it sends butterflies even with just the faintest romantic gesture.

The games

In addition to the amazing world-building, there are these action-packed games. You probably get all so pumped up whenever you play your online games on your phone or computer, and now with what we call virtual reality (VR) box.

Imagine a VR box on a whole new and advanced level. You, inside (well not really, but almost) the game you’re playing? SICK! The games played a huge part in making me so engaged with Warcross.

Final verdict

I’m not gonna lie. It’s pretty predictable at some points. Or maybe I was only able to predict things here, and all that will change and Marie Lu will give me a big shock in the next book.

To be honest, I can feel that there are bigger things ahead, and I could be wrong with all of my predictions after all. So, I’m just going to wait for Marie Lu to burst my bubbles. But sad news. We’re going to have to wait ’til next year.

One last thing. Again, Warcross is not just a game. There are messages in the book that I believe Marie Lu wanted for us, the world, to read. And it makes sense.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the Warcross empire. So, if you’re up for a little game, and a little ride, come play Warcross!

* My Overall Rating *

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Hey guys! It’s time for another book subscription box unboxing, and this time, it’s from Once Upon A Book Club Box!

Once Upon A Book Club box is one of my ultimate book subscription box goals to have, and I was extremely happy when I got chosen as one of their May-July 2017 reps! So, before we dive onto the unboxing, let me first give you a brief information about this book subscription box.

* About Once Upon A Book Club*

Once Upon A Book Club was formed by the owner/designer Michelle Wolett of Chick Lit Designs and Once Upon a BookCase. It all started after Michelle read “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah. She wanted to create a reading experience where readers will feel that they are physically part of the world they’re reading.

They have two types of boxes: Adult box and Young Adult box.

*What to Expect Inside The Box *

Once Upon A Book Club box has a very cool concept. This book subscription box aims to provide a different reading experience to their subscribers. Each box includes a book, a quote print and 3-5 gifts that match a quote/line from the book on their corresponding page numbers.

* May 2017 – Time Travel Romance Once Upon A Book Club Box *

Disclaimer: I was chosen as one of the May – July 2017 reps of the Adult Once Upon A Book Club Box to help unbox, and promote throughout social media platforms. I received the Time Travel Romance Once Upon A Book Club box directly from the the team.

Other than OwlCrate, and FairyLoot, Once Upon A Book Club box has always been on my radar. Why? Because I keep seeing YA book subscription boxes, but no adult ones. And as a reader who’s so much into historical fiction, this is the perfect book subscription box to opt for.

They include variety of adult fictions in their monthly boxes such as historical fiction, women’s fiction, and contemporary fiction. They used to only have an adult box, but they have recently opened the YA box subscription.

If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen my unboxing already. I’m also currently reading the featured book, so, I also unwrap gifts whenever I reach a certain page.

This unboxing will contain full details of the May 2017 Once Upon A Book Club box, and potential spoilers.

* May 2017 Hint *

Once Upon A Book Club revealed the hint for May 2017 box as Time Travel Romance. The book featured for this month is only released on eBooks, but got exclusively printed for Once Upon A Book Club. It means you won’t see this book in physical form anywhere else except Once Upon A Book Club May box (and in the Philippines, explained later on this post).

* What’s Inside The Box *

The May Once Upon A Book Club Box includes:

• Featured book: Love and Gravity by Samantha Sotto
• 5 wrapped gifts
• Quote print
• Once Upon a Book Club box read-along and discussion question dates

The featured book for the month of May is Love and Gravity by Samantha Sotto. This book is released in eBook format only but Once Upon A Book Club box was able to get it exclusively printed for the May box. Other than Once Upon A Book Club, it is only available in print in the Philippines.

I think it’s because Samantha Sotto is a Filipino, that’s why it’s exclusively printed for National Bookstore. Love and Gravity is currently one of the best-selling fictions in our local bookstores.

Next, we have the beautiful quote print of Ovid’s quote and the Once Upon A Book Club’s read-along and discussion question details.

May Read-Along dates (7pm EST on IG live and 7:30pm EST on FB live):

• Page 26 – June 12th
• Page 61 – June 14th
• Page 81 – June 16th
• Page 119 – June 18th
• Page 315 – June 19th

May Discussion Question dates:

• June 16th-20th

Now, for the gifts, click the arrow on each image slider to see the unwrapped gifts. I will be editing this post whenever I open a new gift. 

Full unwrapped gifts (click next image to reveal spoiler)

Aaaand… That’s it!

This is my first Once Upon A Book Club Box and I totally love it! I have started the book and loving it so far. If you’re a historical fiction junkie like me, you should check this book subscription box.

Huge thanks to the whole Once Upon A Book Club team for letting me be part of your team, and for letting me have a different kind of reading experience.

June 2017 Once Upon A Book Club hint is “LOST AND FOUND“

Once Upon A Book Club is available for $34.99 plus shipping. If you want to get your Once Upon A Book Club box (single or multi-month) you can use the code “NOCTURNALFEY10″ to get a 10% off on your subscription. Visit their website at onceuponabookclub.com.

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Check out their other social media accounts and join the read-along dates if you’re a current subscriber: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Let me know on the comments below what you think of the May Once Upon A Book Club box and its contents.

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OfTomes is a UK micro-publishing company founded by the brilliant Ben Alderson, or more popularly known in the booktube and book community as Benjaminoftomes. Today, I’m so happy to share to you, the cover of an upcoming HORROR DEBUT at OfTomes, Ultimate Sacrifice by S.E. Green.

If you love creepy, mystery horror with supernatural elements, this book is for you!

Please feel free to share this cover on social media, or anywhere else, and tag @oftomes & @SEGreenAuthor and use the hashtag #UltimateSacrifice.

Title: Ultimate Sacrifice
Author: S.E. Green
Genre: Horror
Release Date: October 10th, 2017
Publisher: OfTomes

Vickie has always lived a quiet, ordinary life in an equally quiet and ordinary small town. Yet one fateful night a child turns up dead in the woods behind her house in a ritualistic slaughter. Vickie and her family are suddenly thrown into a national spotlight. But as the investigation unfolds, she begins to realize her family isn’t so ordinary after all. Evil is inching closer to those she holds dear and Vickie isn’t sure who she can ultimately trust.

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Hey guys! I haven’t done Stacking The Shelves since December of last year. And I know, I know! I’m so sorry for the lack of posts since the last quarter of 2016, and for being missing-in -action a lot. It’s been tough for me. I’ve been trying really hard, but it just won’t happen. But hey! Now, the blogging gods are finally blessing me with motivations, so yay! I really hope that I can stay active for long this time!

Today, I’m going to share my first quarter of 2017 book haul. And yes, I’m going to ditch the Stacking The Shelves weekly feature by Tynga’s Reviews from here on, and just stick with “Book Haul” feature, so that I can freely post in any day of the week.

Also, I don’t want this to look like, in any way, a form of bragging of what I’m getting. This is just a way of me sharing “new” titles that can be a way for readers to discover from my stack and add them on their own TBR pile. And also, as a form of thanking people, who are extremely generous to send me copies. I, myself, love seeing book hauls and unboxing photos, and see what other bloggers/bookstagrammers/readers get, so I hope that you discover new titles from my new stack as well!

* JANUARY BOOK HAUL *

I started setting a fixed monthly book budget this year. Life is hard, and I gotta adult and save. Lol. Got most of these in pre-loved store.

– Purchased –

• Heartless by Marissa Meyer
• November 9 by Colleen Hoover
• Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them by J.K. Rowling

– Received –

Big thanks to publishers, authors and friends for these titles.

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