Izumi Tanaka has never really felt like she fit in—it isn’t easy being Japanese American in her small, mostly white, northern California town. Raised by a single mother, it’s always been Izumi—or Izzy, because “It’s easier this way”—and her mom against the world. But then Izzy discovers a clue to her previously unknown father’s identity… and he’s none other than the Crown Prince of Japan. Which means outspoken, irreverent Izzy is literally a princess.
Tag: YA
Pumpkin – Julie Murphy | Review
Waylon Russell Brewer is a fat, openly gay boy stuck in the small West Texas town of Clover City. His plan is to bide his time until he can graduate, move to Austin with his twin sister, Clementine, and finally go Full Waylon, so that he can live his Julie-the-hills-are-alive-with-the-sound-of-music-Andrews truth.
5 Upcoming Fake Dating Books!
One of my favourite ever tropes in books is 'fake dating'. This obsession started when I read the To All the Boys series years ago and has never gone away. It seems like 2021 is the year of fake dating stories and I could not be happier. I wanted to share a few of them with you. Here are 5 upcoming fake dating books!
The Infinity Courts – Akemi Dawn Bowman
Eighteen-year-old Nami Miyamoto is certain her life is just beginning. She has a great family, just graduated high school, and is on her way to a party where her entire class is waiting for her—including, most importantly, the boy she’s been in love with for years.
Kate in Waiting – Quote
I finished reading Kate in Waiting by Becky Albertalli a little while ago and I throughly enjoyed it. As always with Becky's books it gave me some well needed escapism and happiness. I wanted to do what I normally do with a book I enjoy which is pick a quote from it and get designing. So, that is exactly what I did!
Cool for the Summer – Dalia Adler
Lara's had eyes for exactly one person throughout her three years of high school: Chase Harding. He's tall, strong, sweet, a football star, and frankly, stupid hot. Oh, and he's talking to her now. On purpose and everything. Maybe...flirting, even? No, wait, he's definitely flirting, which is pretty much the sum of everything Lara's wanted out of life.
What’s on my Netgalley TBR?
It has been a little while since I last shared what is on my Netgalley shelf. Since I last shared what was on there I've added a lot of books to it. There have been so many incredible books on my Netgalley shelf over the years and it is a place I’ve found so many new authors. Here is what is currently on my Netgalley shelf / TBR!
April Book Haul!
I'm back with yet another large book haul! April has been the month that bookshops opened again and boy did I take advantage of that, amongst other things. My April book haul for 2021 consists of 9 books in total!
Kate in Waiting – Becky Albertalli
Contrary to popular belief, best friends Kate Garfield and Anderson Walker are not codependent. Carpooling to and from theater rehearsals? Environmentally sound and efficient. Consulting each other on every single life decision? Basic good judgment. Pining for the same guys from afar? Shared crushes are more fun anyway.
What Happened in April?
How in the world is it about to be May! This year is flying by. In April, I've read a lot, spent time with family and friends and I am in the process of moving jobs. Here is what happened in April!
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