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Just an academic librarian. Avid reader, book blogger, reviewer. Student of #Tarot, oracle cards, and cartomancy.

"Knowledge is Power. Guard it well."

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Fiona Horne, Jes Abella: Dark Magick Oracle (Paperback, Rockpool Publishing)

Dark Magick Oracle is a tool for unravelling the mysteries of life and exploring deeper …

Deck Review: <i>Dark Magick Oracle</i>

Quick impressions: Overall, I really like the deck. For me, so far works best for single draws, meditation, and small spreads. If you want a dark oracle deck, this may work for you.

A full review with photos available on my blog soon.

Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman: The Daily Stoic : 366 meditations on wisdom, perseverance, and the art of living

One quote and a short writeup for each day of the year, 366 days total. …

Quick impressions

Quick impressions: If you want to have a daily message on how to live life better and some advice, this book is a good option. It can also be a good option for readers who want a short daily read that is also secular.

(Full review available on my blog.)

Scott Montgomery: 2000 AD Encyclopedia (2022, Rebellion)

From A.B.C. Warriors to Zenith ! Meticulously researched and compiled for comics fans everywhere, the …

Quick impressions

Quick impressions: The volume overall is comprehensive and informative. The volume also includes a cover story (how the book came about), a key for the front cover art (so you can identify all the characters), and a list of editorial credits. In the end, it's well worth it.

(Full review on my blog soon.)

Brian Keene: Earthworm Gods (Paperback, 2012, Eraserhead Press)

One day, it starts raining-and never stops. Global super-storms decimate the planet, eradicating most of …

Quick impressions

Quick impressions: I felt this one may not be the author's best. Pacing and narrative were fairly slow, especially in the first act before the second story begins.

(Full review on my blog soon.)

Joe Benitez, Joe Benitez, Peter Steigerwald: Lady Mechanika, Volume 1 (2021, Image Comics)

"The tabloids dubbed her "Lady Mechanika," the sole survivor of a mad scientist's horrific experiments …

Quick impressions

The volume is the first in the series, and after reading this one I definitely want to keep on reading. This is a volume I highly recommend. It would make a great selection for libraries with graphic novel collections.

(Full review available on my blog.)

Ann Rule: Lust Killer (2022, Penguin Publishing Group)

Quick impressions

Quick impressions: Overall, fans of Ann Rule might like this one. More casual true crime fans might not find it as interesting. I feel this may not be one of Rule's better books. I'd consider it optional reading.

(Full review will be posted on my blog soon).