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I first found it randomly at a bookstore when I was 16. I was very into fantasy and gays at the time (still am), and this was the first book I've read that combines both. It's such a fun take on the whole "chosen ones" trope, and you somehow root for every one of the main characters, even when they do some fucked up shit. I highly recommend it to anyone who's into queer witches and good character development :)
Apr 17, 2024
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ik it is just a YA fantasy book and it would be way cooler of me to mention a more adult book that i love but ever since i read this in middle school it instantly became one of my favorites. it has magic! crime! gay ppl & queer love! poc! disabled rep! discussions of ptsd and trauma! addiction! and more!!!
plus it is apart of a larger book universe (aka the grishaverse) and has an equally banger direct sequel if you are itching for more. plus ig there was a netflix adaptation that combined all the grishaverse stuff into one slightly loveable train wreck of a show but thats neither here nor there.
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this book introduced me to the world of YA Fantasy with female protagonists, and life’s never been the same since
(technically I think I was 11 or 12 when I first read it, so pre-teen)
Apr 27, 2024
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THE BOOK OF ENGLISH MAGIC - Philip-Car Gomm & Richard Heygate
I was obsessed with this book in high school. I used to bring it everywhere with me to read on the school bus. It mostly focuses on the history of magical practices in England, but it covers the modern era as well. It also includes some recommendations for locations you can visit & magical practices to try!
HELLEBORE ZINE -
This is a witchcraft-focused zine that I picked up at an occult bookshop in London. It was almost impossible to choose an issue to bring home, because the covers are all gorgeous! Each issue has a different focus or theme.
WEIRD WALK ZINE -
This one is also UK-focused, since I got it from the same London bookshop, but it's very interesting! This zine discusses English folklore, culturally significant pagan sites, and magical practices. Such a fun exploration & I can't wait to read more issues!
These are all England-based recommendations, but I live in the U.S. and had a blast reading them anyway :)
Oct 17, 2024
