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ilibra · 7 months
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Have a bunch of cute little chibis that I drew for Dazzling Bookish Shop! These are all designs for acrylic charms included in their monthly subscription (and sometimes their special editions!)
In order the books are: Wolfsong, Ravensong, Cemetery Boys, The Sunbearer Trials, All That's Left in the World, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Icebreaker, AFTG, Gideon the Ninth, The Charm Offensive, The Darkness Outside Us and Legend & Lattes ♥
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lord--of--trash · 1 year
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If you like queer fiction and are into post-apocalyptic stories then PLEASE check out this book. I recently discovered it and it's my new favourite thing but it is not nearly well known enough. Its like the walking dead but without the zombies and more gay pining 🤣
It's funny, heart-warming, emotional and very gay. I literally devoured it in 2 days, even with a full time job. It really spoke to me in a way I can't communicate, It was like a book I didn't know I needed. I only wish I never had to finish it.
I think it's a crime that more people haven't had the pleasure of this book, so if you can, I cannot reccomend reading it enough.
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gl4ukopis · 8 months
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All that's left in the world by Erik J.Brown
"Suddenly everything feels so hopeless. But then I look at him; I hear his laugh, I see his smile, and the darkness melts away. Then I do have hope - even just for a little while - because I know that there is something in this world I can fight for. Something I will fight for if I have to."
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lazybug16 · 11 months
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Rereading the loml All that's left in the world and I am once again hoping Jamie and Andrew would turn back and not walk towards the fireworks
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illmamnim · 1 year
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5 reasons you should read All That's Left In The World By Erik J. Brown
1. Good queer representation
Without giving much away, the development of relationship and character in the book is well built and darling. As someone who doesn't invest in romance as much, I very much still enjoyed seeing the two characters come to terms with their emotions and grow together. It's a found family as much as it is a romance.
2. Character/World balance at it's finest
I don't want to drag other books, and I certainly won't point them out, but I've seen quite a few YA stories that avoid heavy personal events for the sakes of keeping things in the realm of a "light hearted read", and it always takes away from the gravity of the story. All That's Left In The World is a post apocalyptic romantic story that doesn't favour one or the other. There's harmony in both the truma the characters been through and the prose that keeps it relatable, engaging, and touching. Giving us adorable banter all the while never taking away from the fact that the world truly did end, and actions have serious consequences.
I could go on because I truly love their characterization but we have more points to make.
3. Excellent world building (yes, it is different from reason 2)
This is an American story, full of American references, places, beliefs and more. However, as a non American, no nod or reference disturbed my immersion or felt out of place. The references and jokes aren't put just to fill up space, they genuinely deliver a small level of exposition and a look into who the characters were before the start of the story. As a non American, I can still get a sense of how the world each of them lived in shaped them to who they were when they met.
4. Morality in a changing world
Like I said, the world building is well thought out, and the question of right and wrong is a fundamental part of our heros' journey. The world has ended, people are left to fend for themselves, how do you know what's morally wrong when you're counting down each can of mushrooms? How do you change years of learning to be a good person because suddenly it's you against the world?
Morality, politics and identity are all reoccurring thoughts that our heros' deal with, on their own and together, and try to make the right choices when so much of the world is wrong.
5. Not a coming of age story (and why it works)
Coming of age are some of my favourite stories, both because I relate to them as well as it being a fun light read. But this story, in a sense, tricked me into thinking it is a coming of age, when it deals a little differently. The characters don't grow up because they're learning things about life, but rather are forced to grow because... Well, the world ended. Suddenly having to take care of themselves, their mistakes aren't stepping stones, they are a literal matter of life and death (but no pressure).
If they break out of their shell it's because they need to survive. If they have a hard choise to make- it can but their lives on the line. They still grow and learn about themselves, still question who they are, but the story doesn't conclud with their identity, because the goal isn't who they are- it's others.
Again, I could go on, because this is the tip of the iceberg for me spreading the ATLITW propaganda, but I'll leave you with this for now.
And, hey, maybe in the future I'll do a small analysis with actual spoilers, who knows.
(bonus reason: the Audiobook is REALLY good!)
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slaughter-books · 3 months
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Day 5: JOMPBPC: Hardcover Or Paperback?
I absolutley love paperbacks! 💕
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skywalkerbootleg · 3 months
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I just bingeread 354 pages of a novel, starting and finishing it in one sitting.
I am dehydrated, tired (it's past 1am, I didn't realize), hungry and exhausted.
But a good book is a good book
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goodiecornbread · 1 year
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Best Books I Read in 2022
In no particular order
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor. Okay, I know I said "no particular order" but I think this was my #1 for the year. Starting with a misunderstood, nerdy bookworm, who ends up being the only one who can save the word, how can it get better? Maybe the fantasy, the interdimensional travel, the demigods... I'll absolutely reread this one again.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. Magical realism, historical fiction, and a hint of the devil. What's not to love?
The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun. Hey, the first in the list that isn't a drama. In fact, this rom-com has it all: neurodiversity, secret relationships, 'let's fuck away our problems', and lots of queer representation!
The Chrysalids by John Wyndham. Oops, back to the serious books. I'm a sucker for dystopian novels, and knew I'd love this. If you can, listen to the audiobook read by Noah Reid; his narration is chef's kiss.
A Marvelous Light by Freya Marske. More historical fantasy with magical realism! Plus throw in some turn-of-the-century queer folks, and you're all set! At least I am, because apparently magical queer books are my jam.
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas. Okay, this fantasy doesn't have a bunch of queer representation, but it's got lots of smut! The latest in the Court of Thorns and Roses series, this one follows a different MC who is kind of a super bitch, and I kind of love it.
Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White. Oh good, back to the weird gay books. This post-apocalyptic horror stars a trans teen who revolts against the radical evangelical terrorists who unleashed a plague upon the world. This is a book that sinks it's teeth into you. And claws.
A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab. More historical fantasy with interdimensional travel and magic! Not as gay, but just as interesting, and the second book has a strong female main character.
All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown. Another book about post-apocalyptic queer youths! This one is much less horror than the previously mentioned, but more heartwarming. Two teen boys trying to find their way in a post-pandemic work (not COVID, but a similar illness with a more drastic outcome).
Book Lovers by Emily Henry. Sorry to end this list with a heterosexual rom-com, but we do what we have to. A book about two people who love books, working on a book? With a bookstore?! Yes please!
Honorable Mention: Heartstopper, by Alice Oseman. This year I re-read the graphic novels, as well as some of the novels and novellas of the Osemanverse, and the Hearstopper Yearbook. Loved the show? You'll love the books even better. I don't know how Alice does it, but she created some of the best characters to ever live on the page.
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lgbtqreads · 9 months
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Any mlm stories with witches/witchy vibes? Or maybe a post apocalyptic story? Thank you so much for all the wonderful and amazing recs ❤️🥰❤️
It's just straight-up apocalyptic, but I loved All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown. Also loved The Witch King by H.E. Edgmon, and Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas. In adult, try Witchmark by C.L. Polk and Signal Boost by Alyssa Cole.
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howtodrawyourdragon · 3 months
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The gay post-apocalyptic romance that got me back into reading last year (30 books read in 2023!) after almost a literal decade of barely reading anything is getting a sequel next year (summer 2024) so guess what I'm re-reading today?
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razreads · 6 months
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We were all scared. And fear made us all do incomprehensible things.
Erik J. Brown, All That's Left in the World
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ilibra · 9 months
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I'm so excited to share this cover redesign I did for All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown for Dazzling Bookish Shop! Check them out on instagram to see how you can get your hands on a copy!
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seerya · 5 months
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Tumblr would absolutely love this book
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unfocusedcuriosity · 1 year
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''But then I look at him; I hear his laugh, I see his smile, and the darkness melts away.''
📖 All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown
Genre : Apocalyptic fiction Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
📚 Erik J. Brown is the first (and so far only) author to make me cry. I cried thick happy tears tears while reading the last chapter of this masterpiece.
To start with, I loved following Andrew and Jamie while they tried to survive in post-apocalyptic America and found comfort in eachother. The sublte way in which they started growing closer to one another felt very realistic. We see their friendship blossom and grow into the sweetest romance. The side characters were very interesting and complex too. I got attached to all of them.
When it comes to action and adventure, this book has plenty to go around! There never was a dull moment. I especially liked the roadtrip aspect present in much of the story. I loved having a glimpse on how other people were surviving and the different challenges that come with living during and after the apocalypse. The initial quest the main characters go on had me more than intrigued.
In conclusion, I'm never going to stop talking about how great this book is and how much I love it.
Do you think you would survive in a post-apocalyptic world?
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fiveroundliner · 2 years
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I filled the background in and took the words off to make a version of the All That’s Left In The World book cover for people to use as a phone wallpaper or whatever ☺️ It’s my new favourite book, and I cannot recommend it enough!
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illmamnim · 4 months
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I've been re reading All That's Left In The World, and with the second book announced I really want to liven up the fandom. So I'm thinking of simply drawing my favourite scenes every once in a while, but feel free to send me drawing ideas or head canons as well, if you want :)
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