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My Series Review of The Love Quotient by Helen Hoang
A romance series I recently finished is Helen Hoang’s The Love Quotient, a trilogy that includes The Love Quotient, The Bride Test, and The Heart Principle. These romances surprised me, giving spice and flair amidst culturally rich, diverse, and underrepresented communities. This series not only features South-East Asian characters, but there are also characters on…
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Why You Should Read About the Experiences of New Zealanders
Akin to my Why You Should Read About the Experiences of the African Diaspora post, today’s post is about why you should read about the experiences of New Zealanders. We are a small but mighty county, but our diversity and multicultural standing make us a country of many perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, histories, and stories to…
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Why You Should Read Romance Books
Yes, I am going there. I know some of you probably read the title and are ready to click off, but please stay here for just a little longer. I am well aware that there is a high number of romance books out there, not to mention romance readers. Adding yourself to that mix might…
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Why You Should Read About the Experiences of the African Diaspora
I have always considered reading a tool for learning, empathising, and connecting. Moreover, reading is a powerful skill to possess, and one that we should all utilise where possible to better ourselves, those around us, and the world as a whole. As February is Black History Month in North America, I want to take this…
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The 2026 New Zealand Ockhams Longlist Has Been Announced
Earlier this month, the Ockhams 2026 longlist was announced, and with the number of phenomenal books mentioned, I just have to share them with you all. The Ockhams are one of our biggest literary awards, covering fiction, poetry, illustrated non-fiction, and general non-fiction. From well-known authors to debut names, the longlists have so much to…
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My January 2026 Reading Summary
Overall mood – restless: I knew I would feel a little antsy when it came to my reading this month. To be fair, I did get a few books read and have my February reads lined up, ready to go. I just have to find ways to get myself engaged in the reading like I…
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My Summer Reading Debrief
While summer is’t officially over here in Aotearoa New Zealand, my PhD studies and the general populace’s back-to-work schedule give the feel of it being near its end. We have also had a wet summer at that too, so for those addicted to the sunshine and beach-going weather, it may have been a bit of…
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Where Do My Preferences Lie?
This is a good question because I am not so sure I know myself. I have read a lot over the last few years, and I have grown and adapted my reading to what appeals to me more in that moment of life. Things that were once staples have become nostalgic throwbacks, less favoured genres…
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Sticking to a Work-Life Balance
I’m sure we are all guilty of leaning toward one side of this dilemma instead of striking that perfect middle ground. After all, life doesn’t pan out how we always think it will, and who knows when things will actually go right with work? As the workload ramps up for my PhD research and life…
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Being an Academic in a Social Media World
I am sure I am not the first to tell you that academia is difficult. It is a jealous and hungry beast, yet it provides minimal opportunities for those wanting to stay long-term. As the research of hundreds of thousands slowly starts churning out publication after publication, I wonder what the lasting impact on the…
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