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Have you ever read a sample before reading the who

Have you ever read a sample before reading the whole book?

This was my first time. Unless we count reading the first couple of pages like a book gremlin in the bookstore.

@yalc_uk is coming up in November, and I’m attempting to get my butt in gear. Because once you leave YALC with samples, new books, and goodies galore, the samples can get lost - at least for me, anyway.

So! Time to rectify that by actually reading them and converting those samples into purchases, or recycling!

What do you think? Did I make good choices?

#bookcommunity #YALC2024 #bookconvention

Q: Did you grow up watching anime? Lighthearted,

Q: Did you grow up watching anime?

Lighthearted, slightly silly, informative, and charming. This is one of those non-fiction, kind of fiction books that hits all the marks.

The Book of Japanese Folklore tells you the stories, history, and cultural context of spirits, monsters, and yokai in Japanese myth.

Honestly, this kind of book is right up my street. As a 90s kid growing up watching a mix of Pokemon, Dragon Ball Z, and Sailor Moon, I now eat up anything Japanese-related. Especially if it involves mythology and folklore.

Let’s just say it scratched that itch.

Each section within the book has just enough detail to feel like you've absorbed the information, but not so much that it's hard to follow.

Plus, I’m not sure there's anything better than learning about mythology and looking at some of the most gorgeous illustrations I’ve seen. They’re colourful, fun, and absolutely necessary.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

@uncannyjapan @adams_media yet another amazing book I bought from @dryadbookshop

#japanesefolklore #japanesemythology

Do you think you’ll ever get your TBR down to ze

Do you think you’ll ever get your TBR down to zero?

I honestly don’t think it’s ever going to be possible. I keep adding to mine quicker than I can actually get to reading the books.

This first realisation haunted me. If I can’t get to all the books on my TBR, I’m going to miss out!

But I’m starting to change my perspective. Because although I won’t be able to get to everything, I sure can have fun while I attempt it.

Oh, and by the way, isn’t this the perfect excuse to DNF more books? Life’s too short to read books we’re not enjoying.

But what do you think?

#bookcommunity #TBR #bookstagram

Q: What was the last short book you read and loved

Q: What was the last short book you read and loved? (300 pages and under)

Dragonfruit is technically around 350 pages long, but the font is quite large. Onto the review!

Disney-like charm, a hint of darkness, magic, found family, mythology, and sea dragons? Yes please!

Dragonfruit was such a joy to read. It’s short, punchy, and if you enjoyed something like The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, you’ll love this.

I’m a firm believer in stories not being drawn out for the sake of page numbers, and Dragonfruit is a perfect example of this. It delivers a fun story while balancing some punchy atmosphere.

The descriptions of the beautiful islands, the unique and lovable heroine, and the incorporation of lesser-known mythology all contributed to this.

Let it be known that this is on the younger side of YA. So the themes are light, the vibes are pretty positive, and the messaging leaves you with a good feeling in your tummy.

More of this please!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

@makiialucier

#makiialucier #dragonfruit #dragonfruitbook

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