To commemorate the 6 month anniversary of my little book blog, I’m giving you a get to know me! In this post I answer 25 bookish questions about me and give you a bit more insight to the woman behind In Novel Company!
Do you prefer standalone books or lose yourself in the extended world of a book series? Do you love stories that are intertwined? I break down my case for the standalone and the case for the book series in this post and which one works best for me!
As a dedicated Romance addict it’s only right that I tell you guys what my favourite romance tropes are. The ones that melt my heart and immediately make me want to pick up a book without knowing what it’s about. I have a top 3 and in this post I’ll be telling you why!
My goal this month was to explore Romantic Fantasy and really dive head first into the genre. While I have not yet been fully convinced, I have enjoyed some reads and are curious about others. There is still much to be explored but I think I did quite well, so for that reason, it earns my first genre of the month! Find out more in this post!
What does it mean to have a bad taste in books? With the rise in light, easy digestible books and stories that target lovers of a genre there has been a shift in the quality of books out there today, but are we allowed to judge what people enjoy and does it actually say something about them? I explore all these questions in this post!
In this post, I reflect on how my reading taste has grown and shifted over the years, from childhood classics and Jacqueline Wilson’s honest storytelling, to the romance-fueled world of Wattpad, and now to books that offer deeper themes, real-life experiences, and emotional complexity. It’s a look at how the stories we choose can evolve with us, while still staying rooted in what we’ve always loved.
This month’s Author Spotlight shines on the brilliant Kennedy Ryan, a powerhouse in contemporary romance known for weaving deep emotion with unflinching social commentary. Her stories don’t just entertain; they challenge, educate, and stay with you long after the last page. If you’re looking for romance that’s as thought-provoking as it is heartfelt, her books are essential reading.
This post is a reflection on my journey of stepping beyond my comfort zone with new genres. As someone who’s long favoured a specific genre, venturing into new literary territory, like thrillers, mysteries, and fantasy, has been both challenging and rewarding. From the thrill of suspenseful plots to the struggle of keeping up with sprawling narratives, this post captures the experience of evolving as a reader and learning to appreciate stories I never thought I’d enjoy.
Authenticity in literature isn’t just about good storytelling, it’s about responsibility. When writers mine traumas and cultures not their own, especially for profit, the result often slips into exploitation. What’s marketed as empathy can quickly become trauma porn: a spectacle of suffering that flattens lived experiences into consumable tropes. At its worst, it erases the very people it claims to represent. Literature should open doors, not steal keys.
Physical books, audiobooks, or ebooks, which is the best way to read? Each format offers unique advantages, from the tactile feel of paperbacks to the convenience of digital reading and the hands-free experience of audiobooks. In this comparison, I discuss how I feel about each format and how the variety has revolutionised reading for me.
