Waiting on Wednesday #681

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

WE COULD BE MAGIC BY MARISSA MEYER

Goodreads Description:

A swoon-worthy young adult graphic novel about a girl's summer job at a theme park from #1 New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer.

When Tabitha Laurie was growing up, a visit to Sommerland saved her belief in true love, even as her parents’ marriage was falling apart. Now she’s landed her dream job at the theme park’s prestigious summer program, where she can make magical memories for other kids, guests, and superfans just like her. All she has to do is audition for one of the coveted princess roles, and soon her dreams will come true.

There’s just one problem. The heroes and heroines at Sommerland are all, well… thin. And no matter how much Tabi lives for the magic, she simply doesn't fit the park's idea of a princess.

Given a not-so-regal position at a nacho food stand instead, Tabi is going to need the support of new friends, a new crush, and a whole lot of magic if she’s going to devise her own happily ever after. . . without getting herself fired in the process.

With art by Joelle Murray, the wonder of Sommerland comes to life with charming characters and whimsical backdrops. We Could Be Magic is a perfect read for anyone looking to get swept away by a sparkly summer romance.

Format: 256 pages, Paperback
Expected Publication: June 3, 2025 by Feiwel & Friends
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

Eeee. This book looks all kinds of adorable :D I love the cover. And oh, how badly I love Marissa Meyer and her books. Sigh. Already loving the artwork by Joelle Murray just from looking at the stunning cover :) And it sounds like such a good graphic novel, eee. I simply cannot wait for this precious book next year.
What are you waiting for on this magical Wednesday?

In My Mailbox #678

Small update this week. My grandpa died suddenly on Sunday. As you know, he's been sick for months now. But we all thought he would get better. So his death was sudden to us all. And my small family and I are heartbroken and grieving. Life is simply unfair. This week I'm waiting on The Gods Below :) Hope you are all doing well. <3 I'm trying my best to stay strong. But it is hard. So very hard. I miss him so much. <3

Heir. The Fairyloot Young Adult book for October, I think. Unsure when I will read this. But it's gorgeous.
Sorcery and Small Magics. The Fairyloot Adult book for October, probably. It looks like a stunning book.
Warrior of Legend. Got my stunning UK paperback edition. <3 Eee. I really really loved this precious one.
A Song of Ash and Moonlight. Finally got my replacement for the damaged copy; international paperback.
Miraculous: Paris Under Siege. I haven't yet played the previous game. Oops. But had to get this one too.
A Dark and Drowning Tide Swag. eee. Thank you so much Allison for this stunning pre-order pack. Love.
Funko Europe. Yeah. I had to get all of these. Oops. New Stranger Things + Harry Potter. New Baymax. Failed at mystery minis again, ha. And oh, that big cat Pokemon is my favorite. I had to get this version :D

More Instagram photos here. <3

Waiting on Wednesday #680

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

THE GODS BELOW BY ANDREA STEWART

Goodreads Description:

After a divine war shattered the world, humanity struck a pact with the god Kluehnn: in return for regular tribute of magical gems, Kluehnn would restore the world to its former glory. But as each land is transformed, so too are its people changed into strange new forms – if they survive at all.

Hakara is not willing to pay such a price. Desperate to protect herself, and her sister Rasha, she flees her homeland for the safety of a neighbouring kingdom. But tragedy strikes when they’re separated, and Hakara is forced to abandon Rasha to an unknown fate.

Yet when Hakara discovers she can channel the power of the magical gems, she’s invited to join a clandestine plot to destroy the God Pact. To win Hakara to their cause, the conspirators reveal a startling secret: Rasha is alive – and they can help rescue her.

But only if Hakara goes to war against a god.

The Gods Below begins an epic new fantasy series from Sunday Times bestselling author Andrea Stewart, where two sisters find themselves on opposite sides of a war against gods.

Format: 512 pages, Hardcover
Expected Publication: September 5, 2024 by Orbit
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

I know, I know. Another book that is already out. Oops. But I got it as a fairyloot book :D Which is looking gorgeous. I'm a little unsure about this book, though. It do sound pretty awesome, and I am curious about it. But then I read a bad review, and I'm unsure if it would be a book for me. But maybe :) I will peek at it.
What are you waiting for on this divine Wednesday?

In My Mailbox #677

This past week have gone by so fast. Ack. I have had several nice spa baths. <3 But I also took it down yesterday. Aw. But also a little glad to have a break from it, haha. Though the break will be so long. Sigh. April is forever away. Hmph. This week I also took so so many new photos for instagram. It took me two hours outside in my garden. Ha. It ruined me for days. I still hurt eeeverywhere. But I'm glad that I got it done :) As I now have photos planned for all of November. Feels good to have it all done :) My health is still the worst. But I started on Monday to walk longer daily walks again. It has not helped my body at all. Ha. But I'm still doing it, and hoping it will start making me feel better soon :) This week we finally got the three new The Walking Dead spin-off series to Norway, on Disney+, eee. Mom and I have finished Dead City and Daryl Dixon. Halfway done with The Ones Who Live. Loving them all so much :) Got a bunch of mail this week too, oops. Love it all. Not reading anything yet, still need a break. Shall do some reading in November :) This week I'm waiting on The Dagger and the Flame :) Hope that you are all doing well. <3

Legend of the White Snake. This was a book that I couldn't help but buy. I think it sounds so very special.
Red in Tooth and Claw. Eeee. Finally got my stunning finished copy of this book. <3 I loved it very much.
The Forgotten Five: Operation Chaos. Book five, ack :) I still have not started this series. Oops. One day.
Bye Forever, I guess. I'm curious about this book :D I do love this author. And this one seems pretty cute.
Divine Rivals. New UK paperback edition. <3 It is small and so cute. I just loved this book so very much.
Seasparrow. US paperback edition. <3 I was delayed in buying this edition. But now I finally own it. <3
Shiver. New paperback edition :D Got a second edition, as the first was returned. This one looks better :)
Funko Europe. Small order this time, haha. I love the new Coraline so much. And the others are so cute.
Funko Nordic / Funtastic by Proxy. Eeee! Thank you so much lovelies for the three pop figures. <3 And that most gorgeous loungefly wallet, eee :D I love it. And the Smooshzees. They are the actual cutest :)

TerrorFried. Eee. Thank you so much Funtastic by Proxy for these awesome new toys :D I loved opening some of them. I let my niece and nephew open the rest and get the figures. They loved them so much :)

More Instagram photos here. <3

Waiting on Wednesday #679

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

THE DAGGER AND THE FLAME BY CATHERINE DOYLE

Goodreads Description:

In the dark underbelly of a beautiful city, two rival assassins are pitted against each other in a deadly game of revenge, where the most dangerous mistake of all is falling in love in this searing young adult fantasy.

In Fantome, a kingdom of cobbled streets, flickering lamplight, beautiful buildings, and secret catacombs, Shade-magic is a scarce and deadly commodity controlled by two enemy guilds: the Cloaks and the Daggers—the thieves and the assassins. On the night of her mother’s murder, eighteen-year-old Seraphine runs for her life. Seeking sanctuary with the Cloaks, Sera’s heart is set on revenge. But are her secret abilities a match for the dark-haired boy whose quicksilver eyes follow her around the city?

Nothing can prepare Sera for the moment she finally comes face-to-face with Ransom, heir to the Order of Daggers. And Ransom is shocked to discover that this unassuming farm girl wields a strange and blazing magic he has never seen before. As the Cloaks and the Daggers grapple for control of Fantome’s underworld, Sera and Ransom are consumed by the push and pull of their magic…and the deadly spark and terrible vengeance that keeps drawing them back together.

Format: 512 pages, Hardcover
Expected Publication: September 26, 2024 by Simon & Schuster Ltd
Pre-Order: Blackwells and Amazon US and Amazon UK

Ohh. I am unsure about this book. I know, it's already out. But I just got it recently as a Fairyloot edition :) Which do look gorgeous. But yeah. I read a few reviews of this one. And I'm not sure if it would be a book for me or not. And yet, it do sound kind of interesting too. I think I need to do some peeking of it, haha :)
What are you waiting for on this magical Wednesday?