Minnie's Fiction Addiction
Because one more chapter is never enough
Category: What to read Wednesday
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October marks Black History Month in the UK, a time to celebrate the voices, stories, and artistry of Black Britons who have shaped, and continue to shape, our literary landscape. From bold debuts to modern classics, these books explore identity, belonging, joy, resistance, and everything in between. Here are some must-reads from Black British authors to…
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Every Wednesday, I love sharing themed recommendations, and this week we’re heading to Africa through the pages of some powerful books. From sweeping historical epics to intimate character studies, these stories capture the diversity, resilience, and beauty of a continent often underrepresented in mainstream publishing. If you’re looking to broaden your reading horizons, here are…
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Every October, Banned Books Week reminds us why the freedom to read matters. Across schools and libraries, books have been challenged, sometimes for difficult themes, sometimes for daring to question norms. Yet these very stories often become the ones that open our hearts, challenge our thinking, and make us better humans. This week, let’s celebrate the books…
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Every so often, a book hands you a heroine who’s just… a little off. Maybe she’s morally slippery, maybe she’s socially awkward in the most watchable way, or maybe she’s just marching to the beat of her own strange little drum. Today’s picks are for readers who love a female main character who’s weird, wild, or…
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There’s something about autumn that calls for a good book — the crisp air, the crunch of leaves, and the perfect excuse to curl up with a blanket, a hot drink, and a story that fits the season. This week’s What to Read Wednesday is all about Autumnal Escapes — books that capture the atmosphere of fall, whether that’s…
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This week’s theme is all about the Bard—but with a twist. Shakespeare’s plays have inspired countless retellings, from contemporary YA romances to chilling dark academia thrillers. If you love his themes but struggle with the Elizabethan language, these adaptations are the perfect way to enjoy the drama, tragedy, and wit in a fresh way. Here…
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Sometimes you don’t want high drama or heartache, you just want a romance that feels like a hug in book form. Cosy romances are the perfect antidote to a stressful week: comforting settings, gentle humour, and love stories that leave you smiling. Whether set in bookshops, small towns, or snowy cottages, these reads are guaranteed…
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Summer’s winding down, the stationery aisles are overflowing with notebooks and pens, and there’s that familiar twinge of anticipation (or dread) in the air, it must be back-to-school season! Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or just nostalgic for the smell of freshly sharpened pencils, I’ve pulled together a list of books that capture the…
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Some books are so gripping, so immersive, that you forget they’re not works of fiction. The best narrative non-fiction has that magical quality, blending research, history, and lived experience into stories that sweep you along like a novel. This week’s theme is non-fiction that reads like fiction: books with the drama, pacing, and emotional pull of…
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