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This or That? Edition
It came to my attention that I have a very specific "type" when it comes to reading choices. Yes, I have eclectic taste, but, given the chance, I would always go for a female author and books with str…
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Liverpool Appreciation Post
Long before the almighty Reds took hold of my heart (as painful as that is right now), I loved so much about the culture of Liverp…
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Stars Hollow Vibes: Books to Read If You Love Gilmore Girls
For when you need that cosy, fast-talking, coffee-fuelled magic
If you've ever dreamed of sipping coffee at Luke's Diner, wandering the charming streets of Stars Hollow, or debating literature w…
📚 The Third Gilmore Girl
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Messy Reader Spring Reads 2025
The best books to add to your reading list this spring
As the days grow longer and the world wakes up from its winter slumber, there's no better time to refresh your reading list with b…
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Messy Reader's New Release Watchlist: 2025
The books I'm most excited to read in 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a phenomenal year for readers, and I'm positively buzzing with anticipation. Here are the new releases I'…