Once Upon a Bookcase
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I'm Jo, a Children's Bookseller, and I have been book blogging since 2009. Once Upon a Bookcase is my little corner of the internet where I share my love of YA - especially diverse YA, fantasy, some children's books, and whatever else takes my fancy.
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I was received this eProof for free from Quercus via NetGalley for the purposes of providing an honest review.
Links with an asterisk (*) are Ad: Affiliate Links, which means if you make a purchase through them, I'll make a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Spells For Forgetting by Adrienne Young
Published: 27th September 2022 | Publisher: Quercus | Source: NetGalley
Adrienne Young’s Website
From the New York Times bestselling author comes an evocative, compelling novel of ancestral magic, an unsolved murder, and a second chance at true love.
‘There were tales that only the islan ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I was received this eProof for free from Headline via NetGalley for the purposes of providing an honest review.
Links with an asterisk (*) are Ad: Affiliate Links, which means if you make a purchase through them, I'll make a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The Movement by Ayisha Malik
Published: 21st July 2022 | Publisher: Headline | Source: NetGalley
Ayisha Malik’s on Twitter
With words come power. But do you speak out or shut up?
Every time Sara Javed switches on her laptop, checks her phone or goes outside, people are shouting. Everyone seems to be angry about something and ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I was sent this finished copy for free by Titan Books for the purposes of providing an honest review.
Links with an asterisk (*) are Ad: Affiliate Links, which means if you make a purchase through them, I'll make a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Not Good For Maidens by Tori Bovalino
Published: 12th September 2022 | Publisher: Titan Books | Source: Publisher
Tori Bovalino’s Website
Salem's Lot meets The Darkest Part of the Forest in this horror-fantasy retelling of Christina Rossetti's Goblin Market.
They'll lure you in with fruit and gems and liquor and dancing, merriment to r ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
Hi all, I just wanted to give you a bit of an update. Since I last posted, I have been diagnosed with depression. I also had a two week holiday, which meant I got a break from a difficult work situation. Things are somewhat better at work now, so, while I'm still not great, I'm not feeling quite so overwhelmed and stressed now.
It's my hope to now start slowly coming back to creating content. I'm not yet at a stage where I can write my essay-length reviews on the blog, but I am starting to create content on Instagram - if you wish, you can find me there.
I've also created All Hallow's Queers ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I’m going to take a blogging hiatus. I’ve been quite stressed and overwhelmed for the last few weeks, and it’s affecting my mental health. I’m drained and exhausted all the time, and I’m not able to come up with content right now, or have the motivation to actually create any content. This also applies to Instagram. No reviews or other content for the foreseeable. I’m not ok, but I am ok, if that makes sense. There’s no cause for worry. I just need a break.
For any publishers reading, I will still review the ARCs I’ve been sent, the reviews will just be delayed for a time.
I’ll still be about ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I was sent this review copy for free by GMC Distribution on behalf of Astra Young Readers for the purposes of providing an honest review.
Links with an asterisk (*) are Ad: Affiliate Links, which means if you make a purchase through them, I'll make a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The Many Half-Lived Lives of Sam Sylvester by Maya MacGregor
Published: 8th August 2022 (UK release date) | Publisher: Astra Young Readers | Source: Publisher
Maya MacGregor’s Website
In this queer contemporary YA mystery, a nonbinary teen with autism realizes they must not only solve a 30-year-old my ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
I was sent this proof for free by Orbit Books for the purposes of providing an honest review.
Links with an asterisk (*) are Ad: Affiliate Links, which means if you make a purchase through them, I'll make a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The Book of Gothel by Mary McMyne
Published: 28th July 2022 | Publisher: Orbit Books | Source: Publisher
Mary McMyne’s Website
Everyone knows the story of Rapunzel in the tower, but do you know the tale of the witch who put her there?
Enter a world of dark magic, mysterious woods and evil princes. This is the truth they never wanted you to kno ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
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Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
Published: 4th August | Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books | Source: Bought
Aiden Thomas’ Website
Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can’t get rid of him.
When his traditional Latinx family has problems accepting his gender, Yadriel becomes determined to prove himself a real brujo. With the help of his cousin and best friend Maritza, he performs the ritual himself, and then sets out to find the gho ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
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The Falling In Love Montage by Ciara Smyth
Published: 4th June 2020 | Publisher: Andersen Press | Source: Bought
Ciara Smyth’s Website
Two girls embark on a summer of montage-worthy dates (with a few strings attached) in this hilarious and heartfelt lesbian rom-com that’s perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Jenny Han.
Seventeen-year-old cynic Saoirse Clarke isn’t looking for a relationship. But when she meets mischievous Ruby, that ..read more
Once Upon a Bookcase
1y ago
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The Society for Soulless Girls by Laura Steven
Published: 7th July 2022 | Publisher: Electric Monkey | Source: Bought
Laura Steven’s Website
A dark and funny YA thriller with a supernatural twist. From the winner of the Comedy Women in Print Prize.
Ten years ago, four students lost their lives in the infamous North Tower murders at the elite Carvell College of Arts, forcing Carvell to close its doors.
Now Carvell is reopening, and fear ..read more