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Letter to a Character: Aelin Galathynius

Avery Ramsey, Editor December 10, 2024

Aelin Galathynius,   I’ve finished your story. I fought the last battle with you, watched as the crown was placed on your head at last. I turned the last page and read the last word. Yours...

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Bookish Podcasts to Fill Your Headphones

Avery Ramsey, Editor November 26, 2024

Admittedly, I am one of those people who needs to drown out the world with something constantly playing in my ears. One of my favorite ways to fill that space is with podcasts.  Podcasts are an increasingly...

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Powerful Book Quotes to Motivate You

Avery Ramsey, Editor November 19, 2024

Quotes that hit you right in the gut, take your breath and fuel your motivation? Yeah, those are the best ones.  Some of the most powerful quotes I have come across are from books (shocker, I know)....

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‘Tis the Season for Holiday Reads

Avery Ramsey, Editor November 12, 2024

Guys, it’s November, and that means it’s Christmas time — no argument. I succeeded in convincing my parents to put up the Christmas tree, but I also celebrate in my own way. This means lighting a...

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Valley Shelf Talk’s 2024 Bookish Gift Guide

Avery Ramsey, Editor November 5, 2024

As the holidays approach (and I beg to put up the Christmas tree), gift shopping is picking up and so does the stress to get the booklover in your life the perfect present. You may think you have that...

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“Midnight Sun” is Superior to “Twilight”

Avery Ramsey, Editor October 29, 2024

Controversial opinion: I love “Twilight.” And that might alienate people, but just to assure you, I do see the issues and complications with this series. However, this book is a major pillar in my...

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Book Review: “If It Makes You Happy”

Avery Ramsey, Editor October 22, 2024

“Gilmore Girls” fan? Well, do I have the book for you. “If It Makes You Happy” by Julie Olivia was pitched as “Gilmore Girls” meets “When Harry Met Sally,” and while I haven’t watched...

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Sovereign of Horror: Stephen King

Avery Ramsey, Editor October 8, 2024

October is upon us and so begins the spooky celebrations. Skeletons and inflatables are popping up in yards and the pumpkin flavor has taken reign again. And all you readers out there are stocking your...

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“Throne of Glass” Tandem Read: Is It Worth It?

Avery Ramsey, Editor September 24, 2024

I just finished a 1,300 page book. Well, no I didn’t, I actually finished two 650-ish page books, but you’ll understand in a second why I described them this way. You may have heard of “Throne...

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Recs For Dance Season: Getting Your Boogie On

Avery Ramsey, Editor September 17, 2024

Homecoming week is upon us and so comes the rush to find a dress and dinner reservations — not to mention dates. In preparation for the dance, I’ll be supplying you guys with a few recommendations...

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Kicking A Reading Slump

Avery Ramsey, Editor September 10, 2024

Reading slumps are tiresome. Period. I have been through many book slumps - some only lasted days and some lasted a few months. I’m pretty sure I’m still feeling the aftermath of the latest slog....

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Holiday book gift guide

Sarah Kelly, Feature Editor December 23, 2022

Photo and story layout by MacKenzie Bunn “Winter is coming,” as many Game of Thrones fans would say, and so are the holidays. With the changing weather and flakes of snow in the air comes the rush...

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