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E.R. LeVar
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I am a SFF #writer, a world-traveler, a loom-weaver, and a bookseller with more degrees than necessary. Oh, and sometimes I review YA books, too!

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Here's my #SapphicSeptember reading list! Will I read all of these in September? Probably not since I'll be traveling most of the month, but I'll be doing my best. This list isn't set in stone, so any and all recommendations are still welcome #BookSky!
GEARBREAKERS SPEAR SOMEONE YOU CAN BUILD A NEST IN WARS IN WONDERLAND THE GIRL FROM THE SEA DREADNOUGHT SAY A LITTLE PRAYER BLUE IS THE WARNEST COLOR INTO THE DROWNING DEEP IN THE DREAM HOUSE PUMPKIN SPICE & POLTERGEIST THIS DELICIOUS DEATH A DOWRY OF BLOOD BITTERSWEET LOVE PERSEPHONE STATION SOTHING TO TALK ABOUT
August 24, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Alright, Book People! #SapphicSeptember readathon prompts just dropped, and I've got some ideas already. But I'm open for any and all recommendations. Send it my way, pls! 💙📚 #BookSky
August 14, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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A customer told me she couldn't believe this store would put up a Pride display, because what if children see it??

Anyway, it was my display, and I'm proud of it, and you (and your children) should all see it. #BookSky 📚💙
First shelf: The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School (Reyes), Learning to Fall (Morris), I Love You S'more (Desombre), She Gets the Girl (Lippincott & Derrick) Second Shelf: All That's Left in the World (Brown), Caught in a Bad Fauxmance (Rose), Heartstopper Vol. 1 (Oseman), The Darkness Between Us (Schaeffer) Third Shelf: Going Bicoastal (Adler), Where the Dark Stands Still (Poranek), Never Ever Getting Back Together (Gonzales), Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute (Hibbert), Flowerheart (Bakewell) Fourth Shelf: Hell Followed With Us (White), I Wish You All the Best (Deaver), The Sunbearer Trials (Thomas), Dead End Girls (Heard), The Sacrifice (Chupeco) Fifth Shelf: Loveless (Oseman), Icarus (Ancrum), Summer Bird Blue (Bowman), Radio Silence (Oseman), The Weight of Stars (Dow), Sawkill Girls (Legrand) Bottom Shelf: I Kissed Shara Wheeler (McQuiston), Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda (Albertelli), Nimona (Stevenson), Forget Me Not (Derrick)
June 20, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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What's everybody reading this week, #BookSky?

I've been road-tripping and had lots of time to listen to Patric Gagne's memoir SOCIOPATH (read by the author). I've got mixed feelings, because 1) it's important to tell stories of neurodivergence but 2) it seems a touch sensationalized.
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Lakita Wilson's PRETTY GIRL COUNTY. In my spare time, I am reading John Green's EVERYTHING IS TUBERCULOSIS. On my commute, I am listening to Patric Gagne's SOCIOPATH.
May 27, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 💙📚

What's everybody reading?

I've been reading (and listening to the audio of) Claire Dederer's MONSTERS, an essay about what we as an audience do when we find out creatives are, well, monsters. She started strong, but this essays has really veered off course...
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Amy Goldsmith's PREDATORY NATURES In my spare time, I am reading Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher's WHY WE LOVE (AND HATE) TWILIGHT On my commute, I am listening to Claire Dederer's MONSTERS: A FAN'S DILEMMA
May 12, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 📚💙

What's everybody got on their bedside book table this week? I'm still working through the most popular books on StoryGraph this year with The Midnight Library (something I've had on my list since 2020). I've got mixed feelings...

Anyway, any new recommendations?
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Jenny L. Howe's LOVE AT FULL TILT. In my spare time, I am reading Samantha Shannon's THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE. On my commute, I am listening to Matt Haig's THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY.
April 28, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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My quest to read all of the trending books on Storygraph this year continues with finally picking up The Midnight Library (or listening to it on audio during my commute, more often). What's everybody else reading this week, #BookSky? 📚💙
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Racquel Marie's IF WE SURVIVE THIS. In my spare time, I am reading Samantha Shannon's THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE. On my commute, I am listening to Matt Haig's THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY.
April 22, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Tuesday Check-in, Book People! 💙📚

What are we reading this week? Anything I need to add to my TBR? I've finally sunk into THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE, and I hate to say it, but it might just be living up to the hype...
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Racquel Marie's IF WE SURVIVE THIS. In my spare time, I am reading Samantha Shannon's THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE. On my commute, I am listening to Octavia E. Butler's PARABLE OF THE SOWER.
April 16, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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First April reading check-in! 💙📚

What are we reading this month, #BookSky? I've decided to pick up the audiobook for CARELESS PEOPLE, since there's been so much buzz about Meta/Facebook trying to shut it down...
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Heather M. Hermann's LADY OR THE TIGER. In my spare time, I am reading Samantha Shannon's THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE. On my commute, I am listening to Sarah Wynn-Williams's CARELESS PEOPLE.
April 8, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Alright, #BookSky. I've finally gotten around to picking up Addie LaRue (split between reading my physical copy and listening to the audio). I know people have conflicting opinions, so I guess we'll see where I fall. Anybody want to share their thoughts while I read?

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For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Heather M. Herrman's LADY OR THE TIGER. In my spare time, I am reading Leia Stone's HOUSE OF ASH AND SHADOW. On my commute, I am listening to V.E. Schwab's THE INSIVIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE.
March 24, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 💙📚

What are we reading this week? I'm just finishing up with Ali Hazelwood's DEEP END, and I've got to say, I don't think I am the audience she had in mind. Hazelwood's books might just not be for me.
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Rory Power's KILL CREATURES. In my spare time, I am reading Leia Stone's HOUSE OF ASH AND SHADOW. On my commute, I am listening to Ali Hazelwood's DEEP END.
March 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 💙📚

What are we reading this week? I've just started KILL THE LAX BRO, a 1990s high school thriller that I'm super excited about, and I've been loving listening to THE FOX WIFE, a historical fantasy, on my commute!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading KILL THE LAX BRO by Charlotte Lillie Balogh. In my spare time, I am reading Amelia Possanza's LESBIAN LOVE STORY. On my commute, I am listening to Yangsze Choo's THE FOX WIFE. What are your current reads?
March 10, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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What are we reading this week, #BookSky? 💙📚

Rachel Reiss's OUT OF AIR is getting me in the mood for #summer... or at least a tropical #vacation!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Rachel Reiss's OUT OF AIR. In my spare time, I am reading Amelia Possanza's LESBIAN LOVE STORY. On my commute, I am listening to Yangsze Choo's THE FOX WIFE. What's on your TBR?
March 4, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Happy Publication Day, #BookSky!

It's cold, cold, cold where I am today, so I'm definitely up for any and all cozy reads. Any book suggestions for me this week?

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For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Mar Romasco-Moore's DEADSTREAM. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to Rebecca Yarros's ONYX STORM. What's on your TBR?
February 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 📚💙

What's everybody reading this week? I'm enjoying C.L. Montblanc's #Thriller PRIDE OR DIE way more than I thought I would. It's over-the-top. It's melodramatic. It's very fun!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading C.L. Montblanc's PRIDE OR DIE. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to Katherine Rundell's IMPOSSIBLE CREATURES.
February 10, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Mid-week check-in! 💙📚

What's everybody reading, #BookSky? My CR shelf is making me wish for summer!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Auriane Desombre's I LOVE YOU S'MORE. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to S.A. Chakraborty's THE CITY OF BRASS.
February 5, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Happy Tuesday, #BookSky! 💙📚

I can't believe January is almost over! I'm hoping to squeeze in another book before the month is out. What's everybody reading? Anything I need to add to my TBR?
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Deb Caletti's TRUE LIFE IN UNCANNY VALLEY. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to S.A. Chakraborty's THE CITY OF BRASS. What's on your TBR?
January 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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I knew it would be good, but I was not prepared for how good. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

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James by Percival Everett
January 24, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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Happy Onyx Storm eve to all who celebrate! I'm just preparing myself for a midnight release party this evening. 😎

What's everybody else reading heading into this week, BookSky? 💙📚
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Deb Caletti's TRUE LIFE IN UNCANNY VALLEY. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to Rebecca Yarros's IRON FLAME.
January 20, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Happy Monday, #BookSky! 💙📚

What's everybody reading this week? I've just started listening to Percival Everett's James on my commute, and I'm loving it so far! I'm not always a big fan of National Book Award Winners, but this one has me hooked.
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading D.L. Taylor's The Beasts We Bury In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's The Pooh Perplex On my commute, I am listening to Percival Everett's James
January 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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First week of 2025! What's everybody reading, #BookSky? Anything I need to add to my TBR? Any and all recommendations welcome!💙📚
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Justine Pucella Winans's HOW TO SURVIVE A SLASHER. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to John Green's AN ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINES.
January 5, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Happy... Tuesday, I guess! 😅

I've lost all sense of time, but I still want to know what you're reading, BookSky! 📚💙

I'm putting together my 2025 TBR, and any suggestions are welcome! My current reads will tell you that I'm up for anything.
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Lili Wilkinson's UNHALLOWED HALLS. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to Talia Hibbert's HIGHLY SUSPICIOUS AND UNFAIRLY CUTE.
December 17, 2024 at 10:06 AM
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Happy Monday, BookSky! 📚💙

What's everybody reading this week? I'm really enjoying Lily Braun-Arnold's bookish apocalypse THE LAST BOOKSTORE ON EARTH at the moment!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Lily Braun-Arnold's THE LAST BOOKSTORE ON EARTH. In my spare time, I am reading Frederick C. Crews's THE POOH PERPLEX. On my commute, I am listening to Talia Hibbert's HIGHLY SUSPICIOUS AND UNFAIRLY CUTE. What's on your bookshelf?
December 9, 2024 at 8:44 AM
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Hey, BookSky! 💙📚

What are we reading this weekend? I've got two days off in a row (which never happens), and I'm open to recommendations!
For Gateway Reviews, I am reading Lily Braun-Arnold's THE LAST BOOKSTORE ON EARTH. In my spare time, I am reading Aemlia Possanza's LESBIAN LOVE STORY. On my commute, I am listening to Lauren DeStefano's WITHER.
November 22, 2024 at 3:03 PM
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✧ last book you read: Death on the Nile (Agatha Christie)
✧ your current read: Curious Tides (Pascale Lacelle)
✧ last book added to your tbr: The Pooh Perplex (Frederick Crews)
✧ next anticipated read: The Last Bookstore on Earth (Lily Braun-Arnold)

Quote with yours!
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Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie Curious Tides by Pascale Lacelle The Pooh Perplex by Frederick Crews The Last Bookstore on Earth by Lily Braun-Arnold
November 14, 2024 at 12:28 PM