Adam Hattan who is primarily known for his YouTube channel, is now putting pen to paper with his debut novel, Hiding Him. I was fortunate enough to have been sent a copy of the book in advance of the release, and I had such a wonderful time reading it! A cosy, endearing and heartwarming read, … Continue reading Hiding Him | A Cosy, Endearing and Heartwarming Read | Book Review
Fiction can be a great form of escapism, yes, but it can also be a fantastic tool to tell crucial stories and to help people gain further insight and understanding into human emotions and complexities. Into lives that are unlike their own. Jaded, the debut novel from Ela Lee, is one such book that tells … Continue reading Jaded | A Truthful, Impactful and Crucial Book | Book Review
A mischievous gang, an epic and ambitious heist, vampires, and still time for tea...what more could you want in a book? Specifically, A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal. This is a new fantasy duology from the bestselling author of We Hunt The Flame that is coming out in February 2024, and what a book … Continue reading A Tempest of Tea | Did I Consume This Book Or Did It Consume Me? | Book Review
I have been very lucky in my years of writing to have gotten some fantastic opportunities; getting to see many a theatre shows, having access to some books prior to their release to read and share my thoughts on, and even a couple of interviews with authors. On Sunday 29th October, I was very fortunate … Continue reading I had Brunch with Cassandra Clare! | Sword Catcher Brunch Event
No Funeral For Nazia is a book that captured my attention from the premise alone…Nazia not wanting a funeral but a party? And a surprise guest, bringing with them the promise that secrets will be revealed? What an intriguing premise for a book, and that’s without even opening it yet! Ironically, I’d already pre-ordered this … Continue reading No Funeral For Nazia | This Isn’t Just any Party, it’s the Party of a Lifetime | Book Review & Interview with the Author!
(AD PR Product) Combining historical fiction with fantasy, based on Mexican mythology and a gender-swapped retelling of Zorro, Sun of Blood and Ruin is an epic debut novel from Mariely Lares that had me hooked from page one until the very end. Own photography (well, with help from a supportive dad!) Book: Sun of Blood … Continue reading Sun of Blood and Ruin | An Epic Debut Historical Fantasy Unlike Any Other | Book Review
Disclaimer: I did previously review this show in the Bolton run. If you wish to read that review, you can do so here. This review is for the newest run of the show. (This is your notice to get comfy and get a drink. I have a lot to share). Show: The Book Thief MusicalVenue: … Continue reading The Book Thief Musical | One of The Most Incredible Pieces Of Theatre That Has Ever Been Staged | Theatre Review
After the first book in the instalment, City Of The Plague God, Sarwat Chadda returns to the Rick Riordan Presents world, and therefore the world of Mesopotamian mythology for the sequel I’ve been waiting for: Fury Of The Dragon Goddess. Every part as epic and adventurous as the first book, my favourite Muslim hero and … Continue reading Fury Of The Dragon Goddess | The Epic, Adventure-Filled Sequel I’ve Been Waiting For | Book Review
Books are known to be a form of escapism, shutting away from one world for a few hours to experience another. But they can also be a really creative and wonderful way to read about experiences outside of our own, to learn about different cultures and lives. Daniel Aleman is an author who is a … Continue reading Brighter Than The Sun: A Story That Needed To Be Told | Book Review
Hello…friends? I have been writing in various capacities for over 10 years now and I still don’t know how to open a new blog post. "Hello, friends" feels nice but then if you’re a random stranger, is that too intimate? I mean I’ll gladly be friends with anyone but I don’t know if that means … Continue reading 10 Minutes and 38 Seconds in this Strange World: A Story That Will Stand the Test of Time | Book Review
One Show at a Time 