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Posts by Tessa Hastjarjanto
The Penabler: Limited vs Exclusive
Do you prefer limited edition pens or exclusive edition pens? There’s a big difference between the two, and it affects availability. Read More
Book Tour: A Different Time by Michael K. Hill
Dave from The Write Reads is running a huge book tour for A Different Time by Michael K. Hill. When I first read the blurb it reminded me of The Lakehouse. I loved that hoped and I hoped I’d love this book just as much. The raving reviews only heightened my expectations, which isn’t always Read More
My Comfort Reads
Three comfort reads for the bad days. Easy to read, lovely stories, and enchanting worlds by authors Cate Tiernan, Erin Morgenstern and Clive Barker. Read More
Cover Reveal: Devil’s Deal
Here’s the cover for Devil’s Deal, Tessa Hastjarjanto’s latest book. It’s a paranormal romance with a biracial main character, set in the Netherlands. Read More
Review: You Make Me – Erin McCarthy
You Make Me by Erin McCarthy is a steamy romance novel, not my usual pick, but I read it anyway. Three stars, not recommended. Read More
The Penabler – Summer Budget Releases 2019
A highlight of limited pens available in the summer of 2019. Some already released, others still on their way. Check out the new summer colours. Read More
5 Series I Read As A Kid
Reading has always been a big part of my life, and I firmly believe that the reading you do as a kid will help shape who you become. When you enjoy the books you read, it’s more likely you’ll keep reading. Long-running series were always better, because you just wanted to read more. I was Read More
Review: Heavenward by Olga Gibbs
Heavenward by Olga Gibbs is a paranormal romance with a lot of potential, but isn’t there yet. Too many adjectives and not enough character development. Three stars. Read More
Chronic Pain and Productivity
Chronic pain influences my daily life considerably. I share my tips to get stuff done, and comment on those that don’t work for me, and why. Read More
