I decided that I want to start a new blog series where I will give quick guides to certain bookish topics. Today I'm going to discuss the difference between diversity and representation. Now, you probably have seen these words thrown around the internet book world and sometimes, people use them interchangeably. BUT THEY ARE COMPLETELY… Continue reading Diversity vs. Representation|BLQ Quick Guide
Ahh yes, the dreaded DNF (did not finish). I hate not finishing books but I will not hesitate to do so if there are aspects of a book I am not enjoying. Even worse, there are instances when I would rate the book! The Madness!!! I know many people consider this to be a book… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why I DNF Books (Yes, I Also Give Some of Them a Star Rating)
They Hate U Give is out, and I’m incredibly excited to see one of my favorite books on screen this week! It’s important to view more POC representation in big movies, and it’s even better to see the Black Lives Matter Movement in a realistic and positive light since media outlets love to misinterpret the… Continue reading My Thoughts on Black Reviewers and Why Their Voices Matter|Part 1
I have a love/hate relationship with audiobooks.
Yeah, I could make a long ass post on why this shit is unacceptable. I honestly don't know why this defending harmful tropes/stereotypes has become a thing. BUT, I'll just make a list for ya'll. If reviewers are saying that something is racist, homophobic, ablest, cissexist or anything else that's harmful to a marginalized group, stop and think.… Continue reading Authors Defending Themselves and Other Bad Ideas
ENTER MY CURRENT GIVEAWAY {HERE} How does a book make it to my favorites list. What criteria does it need to have in order to have that "pristine" title? Well here are my top 5 elements a book needs in order for it to be my "favorite book of all time." Criteria #1: Rereadability (try… Continue reading Favorite Books?|Criteria
Hey all, When reading other perspectives, it's sometimes difficult to spot harmful stereotypes. Hell, I'm not perfect, I've too fallen victim of celebrating books, TV, etc that features annoying racist tropes. I think it's important for people to know the difference between culture and stereotypes and so here's the top 4 black tropes I'm tired… Continue reading Top 4 Black Tropes I’m Tired of Seeing
Happy start to Black History Month! Note: I would like to note that all content expressed in this post comes from a matter of personal experience living in the United States, I don't mean to offend any cultures and if I do, feel free to call me out in the comments since it's crucial for… Continue reading White authors having black protagonists?|A black reader perspective|BHM 2017
The one where I talk and don't come up with a conclusion
Every time there's a new trailer for the latest book to screen adaptation, people will take the time to nip pick every little detail, criticizing how it's nothing like the book. I find that a bit absurd. I separate the two. Someone on the internet once said that if the movie is not exactly like… Continue reading Book to screen adaptations: Why I don’t compare the two
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