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This latest novel from Premee Mohamed just won the Aurora award for best Canadian sci-fi/fantasy novel. It's an interesting exploration of war, violence and pacifism, but I found it quite slow going.

#gottacatchemall (Lillipup: beige coloured cover) @PuddleJumper

I'm way behind with my #FurrowedMiddlebrowClub reads but have every intention of catching up!

I enjoyed this one though I really felt every frustration that Miss MacFarren experienced. I'm glad Maxine was there to provide relief.

#52bookclub (set in the 1940s)
#gottacatchemall (Whimsicott: whimsical character) @PuddleJumper

It‘s getting to the tricky bit of #GottaCatchemAll I think this is the leanest month so far!

Are you stuck on any prompts?

I could definitely do with some recommendations for books set in Scotland, preferably queer and/or magical!

A soft pick. In this graphic memoir, the author explores his life and feelings in a more abstract manner. It‘s definitely an interesting read, and I liked the monotone color scheme, he uses it to excellent effect for emphasis. #LGBTQIA #Nonfiction #LGBTQIA

As Matti struggles to save his family‘s prospects, he is thrown unexpectedly into the path of a dashing con artist who begrudgingly becomes his sword instructor. Watching Matti and Luca fight their growing feelings as they chart a crash course for their own secrets and those of other characters is a treat. I enjoyed the character development in this book quite a bit. It is a slower paced book because it deals with business espionage. #LGBTQIA

I had the pleasure of helping to select this as an award winner for a local book award. It was a tough decision between this and another. Between its fun characters, thoughtful handling of panic attacks, interesting countdown style, and well crafted sex scenes, this book is an interesting read and I enjoyed it. Might not be everyone‘s cup of tea due to some of the tropes it uses. #LGBTQIA #AutumnBooks

Had the opportunity to read this as a selector for a local book award and it was a fun read. It was hard to choose between this and another in the same category. The characters are cute, and points for the cutest first date ever. The pop culture references got a little old (especially because I didn't know most of them) and were 85% of the character personalities. #ColoradoAuthor #LocalAuthor

I had the opportunity to read this as a selector for a local book award. It didn't win, but it was a fun read. The author includes many fun details about the historic setting and an annual fair. I enjoyed a misunderstanding a character had with a character's name being Fair or Fayre, but a series of typos took some of the wind out of this play. #ColoradoLocal #HistoricalRomance

Members of a messy queer found family deal with their life struggles, whether it is midlife parenting and dating woes, feeling isolated, needing a new job, or striving for the education they want. The characters are inclusive, and their dynamics are delightful and complex. I was a little surprised by some later happenings and how the group responds. #LGBTQIA

Friendship and intense crushes don't mix well for these two teens who are attending summer camp to make up for a serious mishap. I liked seeing the ways that new friendships formed in this book, and the art style is charming. Always a pleasure to find inclusive stories. #LGBTQIA