Hey there, book lovers! Can you believe it’s been five whole years since I started this blog?! Half a decade, people! But sure enough, 150 blogs later (exactly – what a perfect number for this celebratory blog!) here we are! I started this blog originally – I won’t lie – to get free books! But … Continue reading Book List: Bookish Blonde’s Birthday Blog! 🥳
Tag: nonfiction
Book List: Feel-good books for self-love
Hey there, book lovers! Today, in honour of World Mental Health Day, I've gathered a small selection of books that make me feel good and smile. I'm incredibly lucky not to suffer from any severe mental health issues, but I suffered a serious bereavement in my 20s, and tough times as a result of that. … Continue reading Book List: Feel-good books for self-love
Bookish Blonde’s Bookish Breaks: London Bookshops
Hey there, book lovers! One of the perks of having a best friend who ran away to live in London (she's been there for four years and I'm still not over it!) is that regular adventures to the big city are a must! On my most recent visit, I made it my mission to visit … Continue reading Bookish Blonde’s Bookish Breaks: London Bookshops
‘Who I Am’ by Melanie C
Hey there, book lovers! Now perhaps, like me and my besty, you are a huge Spice Girls fan. (Notice the present tense - fans for life!) Therefore, perhaps you bought Mel C's autobiography towards the end of last year and hoped to relive your youth through the eyes of Sporty Spice herself. Perhaps then, like … Continue reading ‘Who I Am’ by Melanie C
‘Everyone’s Invited’ by Soma Sara
Hey there, book lovers! I hope you're all taking full advantage of these colder, darker evenings and reading plenty! I have been doing my best but, honestly, sleep seems to be taking over! It's taking more and more compelling book content to keep my 32 year old eyes open! I guess that's one of the … Continue reading ‘Everyone’s Invited’ by Soma Sara
Lady Boss Authors
Hey there, my lovely readers! Today we're taking a look at 10 Lady Boss authors of the 21st century. A little personal event has inspired this particular bookish list: I recently applied for a new role at work and only went and GOT IT! So I’ve been feeling a bit badass-boss-bitch myself this last week! … Continue reading Lady Boss Authors
‘The Haunting of Alma Fielding’ by Kate Summerscale
Hello and happy Bank Holiday weekend, readers! I hope you are all finding plenty of reading time this long weekend. And here is a review of a pretty smashing non-fiction treat for you! This is the true story of the haunting of Alma Fielding, told by Kate Summerscale as she rewrites the findings of a … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Alma Fielding’ by Kate Summerscale
‘In Cold Blood’ by Truman Capote
Happy Sunday, Readers! I have always been intrigued by Capote’s writing given his close relationship with the author of one of my favourite novels, Harper Lee, and I stumbled across this little gem somewhat by accident - incidentally, a novel Lee herself helped him to research. Let me just say: it is incredible. Technically, it … Continue reading ‘In Cold Blood’ by Truman Capote
The Witches by Stacy Schiff
Good morning Readers, This was my first published review on my Instagram, so I thought I would share it with all of you. I’m usually a fiction fanatic, but every so often I treat myself to historical recreation. This work of wonder, The Witches by Stacy Schiff has definitely cast its spell on me! Its … Continue reading The Witches by Stacy Schiff