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Vengeance, Betrayal, and Forbidden Magic
A Promised Vengeance and Its Brilliant Monte Cristo Twist
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January anxiety, fresh starts, and the books keeping me grounded
January 2026 Newsletter
Feb 4
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When Hearts Hurt
Episode 2 - Talking About Grief With Kids
Jan 14
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Worried? You’re Not Alone.
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Jan 8
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5 Heartwarming Holiday Books That Celebrate Friendship, Fitting In & the Spirit of the Season
Looking for that perfect mix of holiday cheer, meaningful stories, and lovable characters to cozy up with this winter?
Dec 12, 2025
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Newsletter
The Brave Bookshelf up-to-date news and Kim's thoughts and writing ups-and-downs
Oct 30, 2025
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Book Reviews & More
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Vengeance, Betrayal, and Forbidden Magic
A Promised Vengeance Is a Must-Read Fantasy. Betrayal, forbidden magic, and slow-burn vengeance collide in this gripping fantasy from Sara B. Larson. A…
Feb 15
A Dark Fantasy Romance That Feels Comfortingly Familiar
A Review of "The Cursed Queen’s Daughter" by Elly Blake
Feb 10
A Cozy Dive into "Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate" by Marisa Churchill
If The Great British Bake Off collided with Harry Potter, you’d end up with something a lot like Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate—a sweet and spellbinding…
Dec 13, 2025
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Soaring Start, Uneven Landing
A Review of "Boy With Wings" by Mark Mustian
Dec 10, 2025
A Heist with Heart, But Missing the Hustle
A Review of "The Thieves’ Carousel" by Briana Chen
Dec 9, 2025
For Writers
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"The Compassionate Writer" Is the Gentle Guide Every Author Needs on Their Shelf
A Review of "The Compassionate Writer: Find Your Voice, Enhance Your Story, and Touch Lives" by Anne E. Beall, PhD
Jan 28
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Book Spotlight + Author Interview
"Mommy Is Here! After a Long Day at the Hospital" by Nathalie P. Suarez Moscoso
Dec 4, 2025
For Writers: The Archives 2023
Guest posts, interviews, and behind-the-scenes craft talk from Kim’s Book Reviews & Writing Aha’s (2023)
Nov 4, 2025
10 Essential Tips for Landing Book Reviews That Will Boost Your Book Sales
When I first held my debut book in my hands, Ask the Girl, I thought the hardest part was over.
Sep 3, 2024
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