Own Voices (B)

#OwnVoices is a term coined by the writer Corinne Duyvis, and refers to an author from a marginalized or under-represented group writing about their own experiences/from their own perspective, rather than someone from an outside perspective writing as a character from an underrepresented group.

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The Power of Mercy by Fiona Zedde: Book Review

The Power of Mercy by Fiona Zedde was a fun short read in Ylva’s Superheroine collection. Mai is a Meta-human. She is part of one of the most powerful families

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When I Was Your Girlfriend by Nikki Harmon: Book Review

When I Was Your Girlfriend by Nikki Harmon is a contemporary lesbian romance set in Philadelphia. Remember your first love? Your very first girlfriend? Dee Armstrong does. It’s the only

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A Return to Arms by Sheree L Greer: Book Review

A Return to Arms by Sheree L Greer is a book so important it’s not to be missed. While there are deep emotions and love running throughout, it’s not a

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Treasure by Rebekah Weatherspoon: Book Review

Treasure by Rebekah Weatherspoon is a beautiful new adult romance novella that has a compelling, relatable rich girl/poor girl story. I remember getting excited when she talked on Twitter about

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