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Susu Smitzh's Don't Do It, She Likes It is a comedic masterpiece that offers a satirical look at the often absurd world of social media. With a sharp wit and a keen eye for the ridiculous, Smitzh expertly navigates the pitfalls and triumphs of online culture.

The author's humorous take on everything from influencer culture to the relentless pursuit of likes and followers is both insightful and entertaining. Smitzh's ability to find humour in the mundane and the outrageous makes this book a truly enjoyable read.

Whether you're a seasoned social media user or a casual observer, Don't Do It, She Likes It will have you laughing out loud. It's a must-read for anyone who's ever wondered why we spend so much time scrolling through endless feeds.

The Pumpkin King is a chilling collection of short stories that delve deep into the darkest corners of the human psyche. Each tale, while distinct, shares a common thread of psychological horror. Rather than relying on cheap scares or excessive gore, the author masterfully constructs suspenseful narratives that play with the reader's fears and anxieties. The result is a truly terrifying reading experience that lingers long after the final page.

R. David Fulcher's writing is both accessible and eerie. If you're looking for a good scare, look no further.

A Spark of Romance is the third enchanting installment in Ms. Golden's Romantic Encounters series. Its distinctive narrative style seamlessly weaves lyrical prose with naturalistic dialogue, creating a truly immersive reading experience.

The novel's meticulously researched and exotic setting transports readers to a world of romance and adventure. I urge you to revisit the beginning of the series to fully immerse yourself in this captivating world.

This delightful story, pitting two sides against each other, is beautifully illustrated in a style that is both vibrant and charming. The artwork, bursting with colour and detail, tells its own story, adding depth and richness to the narrative.

Austin Davis employs a simple yet powerful approach to introduce young readers to the concept of diversity. By highlighting the fact that while we may look different on the outside, we share commonalities at our core, he offers a valuable lesson in acceptance and understanding.
So, ultimately, can the dogs and bears overcome their animosity and join forces to defeat their shared foe, or are they doomed to a perpetual state of conflict?

Most children (and adults!) have a favourite toy, but how many have lost them, too? Where is Lamby? is a delightful interactive storybook that follows the adventures of Lamby, Bea's cherished toy. Every time Bea goes on a trip, she seems to misplace Lamby! Can you help her find him?

With heartwarming rhymes and gorgeous illustrations, Where is Lamby? is a perfect book to read aloud to young children. Let's join Bea on her search and see if we can reunite her with her beloved toy.

The Ottawa Way, from the title, cover image and the story within, is a vast, quite complex tale of one man's fight through the Canadian justice system. A rather in-depth background exploration could be very interesting.

However, the inclusion of historical and autobiographical details might also feel excessive, although I hasten to add, some details such as the family dynamics, are necessary. Like me, though, you might prefer a book that dives straight into the crime.

Aside from all of this, The Ottawa Way is a well-written novel and it is hard not to feel sympathy towards the author for the difficulties he and his family had to experience.

While "Inlet Intrigue" boasts a captivating storyline and plot that promises a thrilling ride, its execution falters. A challenging reading experience hampers the debut novel. An ornate font might alienate some readers, and the text could benefit from a closer editorial eye. This stylistic misstep unfortunately detracts from the story's potential.

"Inlet Intrigue" had potential, and the storyline itself was intriguing. However, it wasn't quite a hit for me. While I didn't dislike it, it also didn't leave me eager to dive into the author's other works.

For those fascinated by healthcare, books like Diary of a Female GP hold the potential to be both insightful and enthralling, offering a glimpse into the life of a doctor.

However, this particular non-fiction account, undoubtedly and disappointingly falls short in so many areas. Whilst, a foray into the home life of said GP is necessary to balance out the narrative, it would be preferable if such accounts were funny, relevant and even entertaining. In this book, this just doesn’t happen. If anything, it just serves to build up resentment and unsympathic views from the reader.

With so many fantastic books on the topic, you have a great opportunity to find one that perfectly suits your interests. If you're looking for something light and engaging, there might be other options that fit the bill.

I have to admit to occasionally reviewing a book that is so far out of my own comfort zone, that it takes me awhile to recover. That is, of course, Achilles in Heels: An Exposé of a Neurotic Adolescence by Theophanes Avery.

This novel is full of fun, humour, adventure and hijinks, that you can't help as a reader to be entertained. You will also become undoubtedly extremely engrossed to see just how this story will pan out. As a boy masquerading as a girl so that he cannot die in battle as it has been foretold, this is has got to be one of the most extreme solutions to solve a problem there has ever been.

Still it makes for interesting reading and although I won't be changing my favourite reads, I thoroughly enjoyed my little excursion!

I don’t often get a chance to review poetry so it’s a lovely, refreshing change when I do. Will You Buy My Wares is a collection of poetry depicting a variety of difficult emotions such as love and heartbreak. These are just two of the strong feelings touched on in this piece of work, and reading through you cannot but be plunged into the author's whirlwind of life.

Poetry is not for everyone and can sometimes be a laborious read but the author has written a very comprehensive and touching foray in this book. I recommend it to be read and digested, slowly, and for its reader then to take a step back. Explore your own emotions and discover what each poem says to you on a personal level.

Who’s Under My Bed is a rather funny little book about all the monsters underneath your bed! However, these monsters are good ones despite possessing some of the nastiest of habits that anyone could have.

Which one would you prefer under your bed? For me, monsters under my bed was never a thing. However, monsters within my waking moments were. So, what can you learn from this little tale? A possibility is acceptance. They exist, they are there, sometimes scary, sometimes gross, but they needn’t harm you unless you allow them to. Perhaps, they could even be your friend, like Milton.

Whatever your children get from this book, it’s a wonderful edition to their bookshelf.

Just String is a delightful little book, about the adventures of String, who is unsure of his own identity. Who is String? And What else can String be?

String is desperately looking for the answers to this question and eventually realises that he is what he is. Why should he wish to be anything else?

This narrative teaches children to be happy in themselves but if they do want to change, they should be able to without any problems from anyone else. It’s funny that I am reading this book now as an adult, as I tend to have a problem with my own identity. Perhaps if I had this book whilst as a child, I would not have the problems I do now in adulthood.

Recommended for its target readership and maybe one or two adults, too!

The Offering is a truly in-depth novel focusing on the pain of the narrator, Tariq. But, it's not just about pain; it's about grief, heartbreak, mystery and how much tragedy and tumultuous relationships can befall one man.

If you're not a fan of flashbacks, like me, then be wary of reading this novel.I don't like them in films or books; they're a fast track to confusing me and there are better ways of relaying information to your audience, also. However, if they are used, it's imperative that they are done well to avoid the risk of losing your reader.

That said, I can't take the skill of storytelling completely away from the author. He can weave a complicated plot when required and is able to provoke so many emotions on huge amount of levels. What Tariq feels, you feel, in short. Mind-blowing.