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January blues: top 2017 books to read
Ugh. Yep, that word pretty much sums up January in a nutshell, doesn't it? Although I am looking forward to the gasping breath of relief...
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REVIEW: Holding by Graham Norton
I was told a long time ago about this book. And I've been excited for it ever since. I was told that this book was not commercial fiction...
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MY BOOK OF THE YEAR: The Roanoke Girls by Amy Engel
This beautiful, beautiful thing is my book of this year. But before I do go ahead and explain why, I just need to note that the book...
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May Recommended Read: Everyone Brave is Forgiven by Chris Cleave
This is a wonderful, wonderful book. Read my review here. You can buy Everyone Brave is Forgiven here. #everyonebraveisforgiven #2016...
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National Libraries Day 2016: Truly Inspirational
Last Saturday, (6th February), was a very special day; a day for books and community spirit and more books, otherwise known as National...
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Frances Hardinge crowned winner of Costa Book of the Year Award 2016
Frances Hardinge has won the Costa Book of the Year Award 2016 pipping debut horror author of The Loney Andrew Michael Hurley to the...