Happy September, friends 🌻 Changing things up here a bit and wrapping up summer all at once, so let’s get to it!
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This summer has been filled with ups and downs and, well, life.
I got lucky enough to spend some wonderful days traveling during these past two months. We went to Stockholm and Copenhagen for the very first time with my sister! I absolutely fell in love with Stockholm, the city, the vibes, the nature, it all was just very chill and peaceful and, I don’t know. There’s something about this city that somehow won my heart. Copenhagen was absolutely lovely, as well, (if way too expensive, if I’m being honest and a little more crowded, somehow). Still, these were such wonderful little escapes and I’m so grateful for life to has allowed me to go there a little bit. It’s been good for my mental health, too, to get away a little bit. Then, we went back and traveled with my partner for a couple of days to Bretagne, a beautiful (highly popular in the summer) region in the West of France and I just, love, that’s all.
September will come with its sets of new challenges, I guess. Back to work full time, a looooooot of things to do personally with my upcoming book (more on that below). I’m sad that summer’s coming to an end, fall and winter always brings on some new kind of mental health funks, so. Let’s hope for the best!
Monthly Reading Wrap-Up
It’s been a strange, yet lovely mix of reading this summer. I’ve been getting into re-reading a little more and enjoying it SO much – honestly, I think this might turn into a regular thing. I also read some recent releases I really enjoyed!
Overall, I read 4 books a month approximately, so that’s a pretty good average for me.
PAST PRESENT FUTURE ☂️ Obsessed with Rachel Lynn Solomon’s book, loved this excellent sequel, I cried, I smiled, I just love everything she writes? ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ALWAYS NEVER YOURS☂️ Wibbroka, forever my favorite author duo. It’s been a long time coming and I’m so glad I re-read this excellent YA contemporary romance. My heart was happy. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
CRIER’S WAR ☂️ Still obsessed with this series? Same here, I’ve been wanting to re-read this for a long time, now and I’m so glad I did. I was nervous not to love it as much as I did and… turns out I loved it EVEN MORE. If you’re looking for anything to read, read this. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
GIRLS WHO BURN ☂️ One of my most anticipated reads of the year here! I had fun reading this one overall, it was entertaining and a page-turner overall, I had fun! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WHERE ARE YOU, ECHO BLUE ☂️ WHAT did I just read. Celebrity obsession, feeling the child Disney stars vibes here and omg. Exactly the kind of book I love. I’m obsessed. Also, Hayley Krischer is becoming a fav author for sure. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A SONG TO DROWN RIVERS ☂️ Ann Liang writes fantasy, I couldn’t NOT read that one. I always have a bit of a hard time getting into these kind of books (which is completely personal!), but once I did get into this, woah. That ending messed me up. While I still prefer Ann Liang’s contemporary books, this one was really good, as well! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WINDFALL ☂️ There’s something deeply comforting about Jennifer E. Smith’s books. I had this one on my TBR for ages and just, like, devoured it. It was fun, entertaining, heartwarming and just, great. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
LAST SEEN ONLINE ☂️ Lauren James always writes the most unique kind of stories. I loved this one mixing Hollywood stardom, fandom and mystery all at once and the mixed media, just excellent. I wish I could have felt for the main character a bit more, but still a whirlwind of a ride! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
BUSINESS OR PLEASURE ☂️ Rachel Lynn Solomon never disappoints with excellent, highly relatable main characters. I had a lot of fun reading this one, even if my heart always goes back to her YA books a little bit more. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Goodreads challenge: 33/45 books
I’m actually ahead of my challenge, so that’s nice!
ICYMI, I’m PUBLISHING my first YA contemporary book THIS FALL 2024 (yes this deserves all caps because I’m screaming). If you missed my announcement post, you can read it right here.
It’s been an eventful month filled with ups, downs and lots of work for my debut book. So many things to think about, to set up. I want to make sure everything is as perfect as it can be, and that takes time. With every step, it feels more real, more terrifying and exciting all at once. I just can’t wait and I’m also, well, terrified, aerm.
I’m SO excited for this upcoming month! I just received my very first physical proof copy of my book and, yeah, I kind of felt -still do- like crying, holding my book in my hands.
September WILL (!!!!) be the month I share with you all my BOOK COVER, as well as my OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE and open pre-orders officially. Like, we’re counting in DAYS, friends. So. Yeah, I’m nervous and pumped and can’t wait to share it all with you!!
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Well, August has been absolutely abysmal when it comes to blogging. That should come as no surprise, though. I’ve been busy with traveling, busy with work, busy with working on setting everything up for my debut and…well, something had to fall on the back-burner for a little while. Unfortunately, it had to be blogging.
I’m still really eager and hopeful to get back to writing a little bit for the blog. Every time I get back to writing on here, even if it’s just for a wrap-up, I realize just how much I’m enjoying this, no matter how little people get to read book blogs, now.
Anyway! I’ll see what happens this September.
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How was your summer? Did you find any new favorite books?
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Marie, I’m so so so so excited to see the cover soon and you know I’ll be one of the first to pre-order your book!!
THANK YOU I LOVE YOU ahhh <3 <3 <3
Huge congrats on publishing your first book!!!
Ahh thank you so much, you’re so kind!!! <3
Your book is releasing so soon! I’m very excited for the book cover and official release date!! 😀
Ahh thank you so much! Can’t wait to reveal it, so soon!! <3
Im happy that you got good times travelling with your sister 🥰 cant wait to see that book cover eek!!
Ahhh thank you so much! Can’t wait to reveal it, so soon! <3 <3
Yess I just saw the email!! Its beautiful 🥰🥰
Ahh thank you so much Kristina, SO happy you like it!! <3
It sounds like you’ve had a marvellous summer! The travelling sounds like so much fun. I’m in the process of renewing my passport so it’s been local travel for me this summer, which has been totally fine; I’ve loved exploring the little towns in my province… plus many of them have bookstores! 📚😊
September sounds like it’s going to be a busy month for you, so I wish you all the best with everything and I look forward to all the book news! 💖
Ahhh so exciting, new fun trips coming soon with the passport then! And traveling local is always nice, such a great way to discover some hidden gems all around <3
Thank you so much for all of your support, this means the world! <3
I’m hoping so!
And it’s been really fun to just see other places! 😊
You’re oh so welcome! 💖
It sounds like a super busy month, the holiday pictures are gorgeous and how incredibly exciting to have a copy of your book in your hands 😍 that’s amazing! I’m so happy for you!
I am glad to hear your enjoyed Ann Liang’s fantasy novel ~ I am scared for the ending now after hearing people’s reactions *gulp*
Wishing you a lovely September! 💜
Ahh thank you so much, Sophie! Thank you for all of your support <3 <3
I can't wait for you to read Ann Liang's book - the ending is quite something ahah but definitely worth the read! <3
You’re reminding me I absolutely still need to check out Rachel Lynn Solomon’s books 🙈 I’m so glad you enjoyed Stockholm, it’s definitely high on my list of places to visit. And yay Always Never Yours, I need to get back to reading Wibbroka as well ahh. I am so excited for your book and can’t wait to start reading <3 Wishing you the very best for September!
AH YES YOU DO! Adore her books so, so much and I feel like you’d love them, too! <3
Thank you so, so much, so grateful for all of your suppport!! <3
Your travel pictures are making me drool with envy 🤩 Sweden has been at the top of my bucket list for ages, so it’s nice to hear you loved Stockholm so much!
Anyway – I may not have read any of the books you mentioned here but, gosh, am I excited about yours! 🤗 I really wish you the best of luck with everything, and hope you’re having a wonderful September! 💙
Ahh I hope you’ll get to travel to Sweden someday, it was so beautiful – well, from what I’ve seen, I’d love to go back! <3
And thank you ahh this means the world, I can't wait to reveal the cover! You're too kind, thank you for all of your support, this means the world, really <3
I love that you got to travel to Copenhagen and Stockholm!! I’ve been wanting to visit Stockholm for ages, I’m glad you loved it there 🥰
Happy to see that you enjoyed Business or Pleasure! I really need to read Last Seen Online, as I love Lauren James’ books 😊
I’m so excited to see your book release coming together!!! Can’t wait to read it soon 💞
I hope you’ll get to visit someday, such a beautiful city! <3 and yeees I hope you can read Lauren James' book sometime, I know how much you like her stories and this one was just as unique!
Thank you so much, Caro!! <3