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A 24-year-old writer and blogger based just outside of London, UK

August Book Haul

Aug 31, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Sitting next to my desk is a small pile of new books (yes, I am aware that I have literally hundreds of unread books on my shelves) that I've got from various places recently. I thought I'd share my latest book haul! You'll see just how eclectic my reading tastes are, which goes some way to explaining … Continue reading August Book Haul

YALC 2: Electric Booglaoo

Jul 26, 2020Jul 26, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Since there isn't going to be a YALC this year (thanks, coronavirus), and I never got around to posting my blog about YALC 2019, I figured I would finish and share it to make up for the lack of YALC in my life this weekend! I started writing this post in August 2019 so I … Continue reading YALC 2: Electric Booglaoo

Ethical Shopping

Jul 23, 2020Jul 22, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Welcome to a new series of posts which I like to call my 'ethical shopping' series! This series will include tips on how to become a more ethical consumer, as well as listing particular products, brands, and shops that are better for people and planet. In this introductory post, I will lay out some general … Continue reading Ethical Shopping

Review: Children of Virtue and Vengeance

Jul 9, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

If you're a long-time follower of this blog, you'll know that Children of Blood and Bone was one of my favourite reads of all time, so of course I could not have been more excited about the sequel. Naturally, I pre-ordered the special signed edition from Waterstones with the blue sprayed edges, because we all … Continue reading Review: Children of Virtue and Vengeance

Write-a-thon For Dylan

Jun 21, 2020Jun 21, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Before lockdown, my writing group was making plans for a write-a-thon fundraiser to help pay for our friend Dylan's top surgery. Both the fundraiser and the surgery were set to take place in early April, but then both ended up being postponed thanks to the apocalypse. Well, the surgery has now been rescheduled for July … Continue reading Write-a-thon For Dylan

How You Can Help

May 31, 2020Jul 2, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

I know that a lot of people out there are really upset and angry right now about the murder of George Floyd and the systemic racism that has been allowed to go on for too long. But a lot of people who are feeling these things (myself included) don't really know what to do about … Continue reading How You Can Help

Review: The Devouring Gray

Apr 19, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ 2 Comments

I read The Devouring Gray last year but hadn't yet got around to sharing my review of it. With the sequel coming out next week (Tues 21st April 2020), now seems like the perfect time! *** "On the edge of town, a beast haunts the woods, trapped in the Gray, its bonds loosening... Uprooted from … Continue reading Review: The Devouring Gray

ARC Review: Hideous Beauty

Apr 1, 2020Jun 17, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Hideous Beauty is a brilliant new YA thriller from William Hussey. It is a mixture of dark page-turning mystery and sweet LGBTQ+ love story. Be prepared for William Hussey to tear your heart right out of your chest and stomp all over it, because he will, and you will thank him for it after. I … Continue reading ARC Review: Hideous Beauty

Review: Chinglish

Feb 8, 2020Jun 17, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ Leave a comment

Just like the last book I reviewed on here, Chinglish is a book I was lucky enough to win a copy of at YALC 2019. The Andersen Press stall were holding a competition to win a copy (ahead of its publication in September) and the entry requirements were simple - you get 30 seconds to … Continue reading Review: Chinglish

Why I’m Getting Braces AGAIN

Jan 16, 2020Jan 16, 2020 ~ Ellen ~ 2 Comments

This is a cautionary tale for anyone with braces, or about to get braces, or who just got their braces taken off - WEAR YOUR DAMN RETAINER. Not just for the full-time period that the orthodontist tells you, but EVERY night after that. Do. Not. Stop. Your teeth WILL move and all that time and … Continue reading Why I’m Getting Braces AGAIN

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Today is the first ever #InternationalAsexualityDay! I thought I would show off my ace pride by putting together some of my favourite pins and badges. 🖤💜 If you are anywhere on the asexual spectrum, then this day is for you! Eat some cake and celebrate your fabulous self 💜 I am so grateful to @iadofficial, @theyasminbenoit, and @aven.pt (and anyone else involved) for all the hard work that they have done to put this day together and bring so much awareness, celebration, and awesomeness to our community over the years! You are all amazing ✨
🌸 Spring is finally here! 🌸 Having some fun in the sun with my Ebisu sandals by @irregularchoice ✨ I love all the little details on these shoes!
Easter egg cheesecakes by @jos.bakes_ 🤤 Literally one of the best things I've ever eaten. Yumyumyummmm🧁✨
Happy Halloween y'all! 🎃🦇👻
Have you backed @melikaj93 's Kickstarter yet? No?! What the heck have you been doing for the last month?? Go back it! There are only 26 hours left! I chose the "Pins for Days" reward because it is well known that I am a sucker for enamel pins. Get this adorable Muslim gamer girl mascot IN PIN FORM! And maybe pick up a jumper from her Teespring while you're at it 😜 This is not a sponsored post, I just think Melika is cool ✌️
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  • Review: Children of Virtue and Vengeance Jul 9, 2020
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