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By Abiola Bello. It's time! 🎄❄️ Halloween has come and gone, and I've donned my cosy, chunky knitwear. Scarves are making their appearance, and we're fully immersed in the hot chocolate season. Christmas markets are peeking over the horizon, accompanied by the delightful aroma of
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By Natasha Lunn. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We tend to be afraid of the wrong things and overlook the real things we should be afraid of. We need to stop tying ourselves so narrowly to this punitive vision that we’ve got to date in our twenties, find the ideal partner by twenty-eight, and
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By Alice Cappelle. Collapse Feminism analyses how conservative and anti-feminist ideas are filtered through social media, and how we can collectively fight back against them to reclaim our future online. We're living in an era where 'doom' feels like a frequent refrain. Our discussions and societal
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By Lauren Beukes. When Bridge's mother, Jo, passes away due to a brain tumour, a multitude of unanswered questions plague her. During her childhood, Jo introduced Bridge to a substance called the 'dreamworm,' which she claimed could transport them to alternate realities. However, as an adult,
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By Carys Whittaker. The self-care journal that we all need. As a nurse, book blogger, newly married and full-time carer, I need organisation in my life. This beautifully designed journal is your ultimate tool for planning your days, weeks, and months while providing a space to reflect on your thoughts
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Harrogate International Festivals. Harrogate, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, is renowned for its historic charm, lush gardens, and soothing spa waters. However, once a year, this tranquil town transforms into a vibrant hub of literary enthusiasm as it hosts the Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival, a
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I returned from my honeymoon to a delightful surprise in the form of an incredible book package! 🍯🌝 The Postcard by Anne Berest: In January 2003, the Berest family received an enigmatic unsigned postcard featuring the Opera Garnier on one side and the names of their relatives who perished in Auschwitz
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By Freya Marske. A Power Unbound by Freya Marske presents a mesmerising and enchanting finale to The Last Binding trilogy, transporting readers to an alternate Edwardian England where enigmatic secrets, powerful magic, and unforeseen alliances take centre stage. As the final instalment in this captivating series, it pulls out all
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By Huma Qureshi. Hana's life is a picture of perfection: the ideal job, a flawless home, and a marriage that seems faultless. It's her younger sister, Mira, who seems to be in disarray. However, beneath Hana's seemingly perfect exterior, cracks are beginning to appear
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By Emma Barnett. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is a remarkable book that not only tackles a subject often overlooked but does so with humour, intelligence, and a genuine commitment to empowering women. Author, Emma Barnett, dives deep into the complex world of menstruation, weaving together personal anecdotes, scientific research, and societal observations to
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By Kerry Washington. Thicker than Water is Kerry Washington's memoir, a candid exploration of her journey to uncover her truth. Growing up as an only child in The Bronx, Kerry deeply appreciated her parents' support. However, she often grappled with a sense of disconnection, exacerbated by the
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By Roxan Burley. In a world where legendary creatures and magic are real, Bloodstream of Moonlight offers a modern take on urban fantasy, emphasising heroism and unlikely alliances among its characters. Long ago, these mythical beings emerged from the shadows to aid humanity during World War II, but their powers