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Shorty September Tag!

I know I haven't been posting much recently (thanks, work), and I have really wanted to post about the Republic of Consciousness Prize (both North America's and the UK's). However, with Shorty September being my favourite read-a-thon of the year and happening very soon, I knew that I'd want to do the Shorty September tag that the 2025 hosts have made! Question #1 : What is the book on your TBR you're most excited about? Mine is Caesaria by  Hanna Nordenhök and translated by Saskia Vogel. The English translation was published in 2024 by Book*hug Press. Image from Goodreads Question #2a : What is your favourite prompt? My favourite prompt is either Ripped Shorts (read a mystery/thriller/horror) or Runway Fashion Shorts (read a translation). Question #2b : What is an idea for a new shorty prompt? I would love to have a prompt for a SKORT! Maybe something like, read a shorty that has a cover you love or that you picked up simply because of the cover (like a cover buy). ...

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