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Kriti | Armed with A Book

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Everything bookish. Book reviewer, bookstagrammer, blogger. Sharing my love for books on armedwithabook.com I love working with authors and reading with readers. I also occasionally make art. She/Her

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 3d

Here are 8 books featuring spirits and ghosts to check out this spooky season. Let me know if you know of any of these and your own recommendations. 💙📚

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Spirits & Ghostly Books to Check Out This Spooky Season - Armed with A Book

Discover 8 spooky season books—from haunted hospitals to cursed films and gothic ghost stories—perfect reads for October nights.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

I can't believe I have been reading Jodi Picoult's books for over a decade now. I happened to look through my local library and find some old and new books to add to my TBR.
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Which Jodi Picoult Books Are Readers Still Checking Out? A Library Deep Dive - TBR Tales # 13 - Armed with A Book

Explore the most popular books by Jodi Picoult through the lens of my local library. See which titles are still in demand and which to add to your TBR.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

I chatted with @lucyamclaren.bsky.social about her latest novel, Echoes of the EtherStone, a dark, gothic fantasy story inspired by the Jack the Ripper murders.
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Lucy A. McLaren, author of Echoes of the EtherStone - Interview - Armed with A Book

Come chat with Lucy A. McLaren about Echoes of the EtherStone, a brand new gothic fantasy novel where someone is murdering people.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

Looking for some books to read this spooky season? I have 8 recommendations for you.
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Spirits & Ghostly Books to Check Out This Spooky Season - Armed with A Book

Discover 8 spooky season books—from haunted hospitals to cursed films and gothic ghost stories—perfect reads for October nights.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

October has so many new indie and trad books coming out and I could not decide which 30 to share so I added a bonus 6! Are any of these on your radar? #armedwithabook 💙📚
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New Book Releases - October 2025 Edition - Armed with A Book

Here is a shortlist of new book releases for October 2025 across multiple genres that piqued our interest. Are any of these on your TBR?

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

I turned 32 years old! Surprisingly, I have gathered a lot of ideas this summer while caring for my baby and in this post, I share the 4 new series coming to the blog next year. Thank you so much for being a reader. :) #armedwithabook 💙📚
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Year 31 Reflection by Kriti - Armed with A Book

As I celebrate my 32nd birthday, here is a look back at year 31, the books that gave me the best company and what's coming next!

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

Ariel and I shared how our September went. Apart from books, she highlighted a video game and I raved about an anime. Lots of book awards are underway this month. Check out the full update here: #armedwithabook 💙📚 armedwithabook.com/september-20...

September 2025 Wrap-Up by Kriti & Ariel - Armed with A Book

Ariel & I share our reading update for September 2025 with noteworthy books, bookish news, games and anime we are enjoying.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 13h

What's your favorite way to spend a Fall day? 🍂 Fall is in full swing here in Canada and I love this time of the year cozying up with a hot drink and a book.
I didn't post an update last week so here is all that has gone live on the blog so far this month. #armedwithabook #bookblogger

Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 3d

Here are 8 books featuring spirits and ghosts to check out this spooky season. Let me know if you know of any of these and your own recommendations. 💙📚

armedwithabook.com/spirits-ghos...

Spirits & Ghostly Books to Check Out This Spooky Season - Armed with A Book

Discover 8 spooky season books—from haunted hospitals to cursed films and gothic ghost stories—perfect reads for October nights.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 7d

New releases of October - In our round up, Ariel and I feature @millieabecassis.com @lucyamclaren.bsky.social and many more. What are you excited to dive into? 💙📚

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New Book Releases - October 2025 Edition - Armed with A Book

Here is a shortlist of new book releases for October 2025 across multiple genres that piqued our interest. Are any of these on your TBR?

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 9d

✨ Author interviews help me connect more deeply with the voices behind the stories I love. Ariel and I had the absolute joy of chatting with @premeemohamed.com about the concluding book in one of our favorite series. A dream come true! Interview and book discussion is live on the blog. 💙📚

Premee Mohamed @premeemohamed.com · 10d

Oh hey interview is live! Thank you so so much to @armedwithabook.bsky.social for letting me talk excitedly about THE FIRST THOUSAND TREES -- out tomorrow from @ecwpress.bsky.social !

"Nothing stays a wasteland forever. People hit and roll, and then they get up again."

Premee Mohamed, author of The Annual Migration of Clouds - Interview - Armed with A Book

Come chat with Premee Mohamed about The Annual Migration of Clouds series, its finale, and what it means to bring this story to a close

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 19d

Giller Prize Longlist has been announced for 2025! Here is a look at the nominees that were already on my TBR. 💙📚 www.instagram.com/p/DOyiZw8gb-...

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 19d

I had so many questions for Martin Cahill about the world and story of Audition for the Fox. My favorite - Which of the Ninety-Nine Pillars do you think would give the best (or worst!) writing advice? Check out the full author interview on the blog. 💙📚 armedwithabook.com/martin-cahill/

Martin Cahill, author of Audition for the Fox - Interview - Armed with A Book

Come chat with Martin Cahill about his debut novel, Audition for the Fox, that blends folklore, revolution, and the wit of a Trickster god.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 19d

Looking for a short novel about a trickster god, with a splash of time travel for the underdog? Audition for the Fox by Martin Cahill came out this week and it is the perfect read. I am eagerly awaiting the finished copy to dig into again. My book review 💙📚 - armedwithabook.com/audition-for...

Audition for the Fox by Martin Cahill - Book Review - Armed with A Book

In Audition for the Fox, Martin Cahill has build a world that worships Ninety-Nine Pillars of Heaven. Join on an adventure with the Fox.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 19d

I chatted with Simon Tolkien about his Theo Sterling duology, set in the 19203-1930s. Read the author interview here: 💙📚 armedwithabook.com/theo-sterlin...

Theo Sterling series by Simon Tolkien - Armed with A Book

Celebrate the completion of Theo Sterling series with Simon Tolkien in the latest instalment of Series Stories on Armed with A Book.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 19d

Happy Sunday! Before we jump into the next week, here is a look at what I posted on #armedwithabook. 💙📚

Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 28d

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni's kids book, Grandma and the Great Gourd is a short and sweet folklore from Eastern India from the region of Bengal. It's one of my most read #bookreviews in August! 💙📚 #bookblogger armedwithabook.com/grandma-and-...

Grandma and the Great Gourd - Book Review - Armed with A Book

Grandma and the Great Gourd is folktale from India. In this post, I share about the story and reflect on childhood tales.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 28d

One of my highlights this year has been connecting with Fran Kimmel. She is the kindest soul! I chatted with her about Cattail Lane and how becoming a parent brought her closer to her parents. 💙📚 #authorinterview #bookblogger armedwithabook.com/fran-kimmel/

Fran Kimmel, author of Cattail Lane - Interview - Armed with A Book

Come chat with Fran Kimmel about her latest novel, Cattail Lane, that explores intergenerational bonds, dementia and fatherhood.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 28d

If you love heartfelt stories that centre around family, you have to pick up Cattail Lane. It has an old lady with dementia, a middle-aged man just finding out he has a 14 year old son and a boy navigating his grandma forgetting him. #bookreview 💙📚 #bookblogger armedwithabook.com/cattail-lane/

Cattail Lane by Fran Kimmel - Book Review - Armed with A Book

In Cattail Lane, Fran Kimmel writes a thoughtful and hopeful story, confronting the hard realities of life with tenderness.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 28d

If you have ever dreamed of owning a bookstore, you will love the setting of Love Walked In! I chatted with author Sarah Chamberlain about her inspiration and more. #authorinterview 💙📚 #bookblogger armedwithabook.com/sarah-chambe...

Sarah Chamberlain, author of Love Walked In - Interview - Armed with A Book

Come chat with Sarah Chamberlain about her latest novel, Love Walked In, featuring a sunshine American bookstore whisperer and a grumpy British bookstore owner.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · 28d

Happy Friday! Here's a round up of what I posted to #armedwithabook this week. :) What did you post to your blog? #booksky

Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · Sep 5

On a friend's recommendation, I read and reviewed Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life back in May 2023. It is one of the most read posts on #armedwithabook. Curious? Give it a read! :) #booksky #bookbloggers #bookreview

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Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life - #bookthoughts - Armed with A Book

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Garcia Puigcerver & Francesc Miralles is a short and impactful book about finding purpose.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · Sep 5

Which new books of September are you interested in? Here are some that Ariel and I found interesting and added to our TBRs. #booksky #bookbloggers #newbooks armedwithabook.com/new-book-rel...

New Book Releases - September 2025 Edition - Armed with A Book

Here is a shortlist of new book releases for September 2025 across multiple genres that piqued our interest. Are any of these on your TBR?

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · Sep 5

I have been covering @specawards.bsky.social this year and this week, the semi-finalists were announced. Take a look. #booksky #bookbloggers #bookawards

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2025 Small Spec Book Awards (SSBA) Semifinalists Announced - Armed with A Book

The semifinalist list for the 2025 Small Spec Book Awards is here! Congratulations to all the authors whose books have moved forward.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · Sep 5

Ariel and I shared a wrap up of our August reading. She always shares a game she loved and this time, I have included an anime I am watching. #booksky #bookbloggers armedwithabook.com/august-2025-...

August 2025 Wrap-Up by Kriti & Ariel - Armed with A Book

Ariel & I share our reading update for August 2025 with noteworthy books, bookish news and games we are enjoying.

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Kriti | Armed with A Book @armedwithabook.bsky.social · Sep 5

Happy first Friday of September/Fall! Here is a round up of posts from #armedwithabook this week. Also including a popular book review from August. :) #bookbloggers #booksky