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What’s your go-to genre? . . My go to genre is fantasy, but in the last year or two sci-fi has been edging its way in. Some favourites of my sci-fi:The Illuminae Files, The Silent Planet and An Absolutely Remarkable Thing. If you have a favourite sci-fi let me know! On the look out for recommendations. . . On holiday I helped the Mister select Do You Dream of Terra- Two and he enjoyed it. Now he says I need to read it so we can discuss it! 😂 I’m looking forward to it.

What was the last book you finished? How was it? . . My last read was The Awakening by @mjhawkinsenterprises. The Awakening is the first book of the Phase of Existence series. The debut novel of M J Hawkins it follows Baiden Lockwood, the one chosen by fate to defeat the evil that grips his homeland of Galvoria. An alliance of humans and magical races must form if Galvoria is to stand a chance of winning this war, and Baiden must lead. But there are things about Baiden’s fate that people don’t seem to be telling him… My review for The Awakening is live on the blog - go check it out! (Link in my bio). Thanks to M.J Hawkins for sending me a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Do you ever read with anyone? Your children, spouse or a friend? . . . On holiday these are the collective books the Mister and I read. I quite like reading with someone else, even if you aren’t reading the same book. It’s very companionable. . . In addition to this #bookstack we listened to two audiobooks. The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams and An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green . Have you read any of the books in my #bookstacksaturday ? What did you think? . In this stack is The Awakening by @mjhawkinsenterprises which is a fun fantasy read! My full review is live on the blog (link in my bio) check it out.

How do you feel about classic books? Love them? Or are they overrated? . . . I tend to think classic books are like any other, some will love them, others won’t. Both are okay! I do like the idea that some stories have been read by so many before me. By reading a classic book you get to enter into a dialogue that in many cases is well over a hundred years old. There’s something magical about that to me. . . That being said, I own several classics I haven’t read any of yet. Including Lovecraft, the Mister did start reading it on our holiday. Not sure it’s going to be my cup of tea, but you never know! 🤷🏻‍♀️

What is your favourite souvenir? Either to receive or gift to others (or yourself) . . . I like collecting bookmarks when I travel. It reminds me of the places I’ve been and the beautiful sights, but is also useful! . . On my recent trip to New Zealand I picked up some of these lovely wooden bookmarks with various designs. The Middle Earth one will get some use as I keep making my way through The Lord of The Rings!

Does anyone have audiobook recommendations? . . . The Mister and I listened to several audiobooks together while on our holiday. Our favourite was An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by @hankgreen ! We’re super excited for the sequel coming later this year. Have you read this one? What’d you think?

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Steph Huddleston

Hi! I'm Steph, a freelance writer for hire based in Australia. I'm an avid reader and love all things bookish! My blog is all about the written word.

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The Princess Bride – William Goldman

A cult classic movie and a fantastic book, Goldman’s version of The Princess Bride is charmingly funny, romantic and action packed!

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