FOR READERS. BY READERS.
FOR READERS. BY READERS.
ISSUE #7 | AUGUST 2025
Cover Designed by LindseyEarth feels extra hot this summer with intense heat waves and pop culture discourse. In this August issue, we’re searching for our magical, supernatural, and extraterrestrial communities to help us brave the heat.
HOT OFF THE PRESSES
Magical Cures, Ableism, & Disability in Fantasy
Let’s take a dive into the trope of magical cures, why it’s ableist, some examples in popular fantasy stories, and end with book recommendations featuring disabled characters written with love and care.
Intentionally Building Community in Bookish Spaces: A How To Guide
What's a well-read baddie without their community? check out these simple ways to cultivate community in literary spaces when you are looking for your people!
It's Not a Phase: Getting Into Gothic Novels
If you've been itching to get into a new horror sub-genre, Gothic Horror should be on your list! With complex heroes, existential themes, and supernatural elements (not to mention its current diverse resurgence) it'll keep you coming back for more.
Book Report: My Perfect Family by Khadijah VanBrackle
Looking for a read that follows family secrets, Muslim characters, or mother-daughter relationships? Read this Book Report to figure out if My Perfect Family is next on your TBR!
Beyoncé: Black Icon or Tool of Imperialism?
Beyoncé wears many hats including billionaire and black revolutionary. Can the two be worn on the same head? Beyonce has been the centre of discourse surrounding her imagery and proximity to systems of oppression.
With the recent Cowboy Carter album and Buffalo Soldier scandal is Beyoncé the Revolutionary we think she is or is she utilising this imagery for capitalistic gain?
Space, The Final Front-Queer
What's a well-read baddie without their community? check out these simple ways to cultivate community in literary spaces when you are looking for your people!
9 Asian-Authored Fantasy Books for Fans of K-Pop Demon Hunters
When a demon-slaying girl group fights a too-hot group of demons, it’s hard to not want more. K-Pop Demon Hunters gave us style, myth-fueled battles, and slow-burn romance that absolutely deserved the aquarium date (and the kiss!). Now, readers are chasing that same feeling in their fiction. This list rounds up nine fantasy books by Asian authors that tap into the same high-energy blend of mythology, tension, and emotional depth.
In Case You Missed It
Christmas (Tree Romances) in July
Interview with Katie Duggan
Why Hollywood Keeps Buterching the Brontës
Fantasy Beach Reads
Unapologetically Here & Queer: The Art of Camp in Queer Lit
Inclusive Swimwear
Summer Vibes for Summer Books
7 Must Watch Shows and Films for Summertime
Book Recs for Love Islanders
Hot Girl Summer, Literally
Reading Through the Seasons
Skipshock by
Caroline O’Donoghue
Let's Talk Readin' Trackers
Murderous Mommies
The Radical Nature of Queer Sentient Objects
Manic Pixie Moms
Slay Mama
6 Romantic Asian Dramas for Beginners
Mickey 17: A Film Review
