Hey there! I'm the Reading Reaper.
Your new favourite neurodivergent & disabled witch, eclectic gremlin, and romance book blogger all in one!
Hey, I’m El, I am an old soul.
My pronouns are they/them as I am non-binary, and I am also pan/demi.
As someone neuro-divergent and disabled, I spend a significant amount of time immersed in the world of books, particularly romance. My eclectic taste includes various tropes, but romance remains my primary genre of choice. I’m an avid supporter of indie authors, with most of my priority reads coming from their works. In addition to being an avid reader, I’m also a writer exploring my voice, currently working on some WIPs.
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In my role as a PA for amazing authors, I am deeply involved in the literary world. I engage as a passionate ARC reader, Alpha/Beta reader, and spicy book gremlins just like me.
My network creates a diverse group of 18+ readers, authors, and service providers. It is tailored specifically for spicy book enthusiasts, ensuring a safe space for my preferences. If you'd like to connect, follow, or share my socials, that would mean the world - I am so excited to connect with you all!
-El
MY READING PREFERENCES
I have only a few reading preferences, but they help me establish safe boundaries.
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Clowns are a hard no.
note: this includes jesters, mimes, movies, character art, etc. -
Domestic Violence as an on-page & recurring theme.
note: as a past mention or a "who did this?" situation are my exceptions. -
Animal Abuse - on page as a constant theme is a hard no.
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CSA/Child Abuse on page or as a constant theme I will have to pass on.
note: if it is a past mention or is a "who did this to you?" situation I am okay to read it. -
2SLGBTQ+ Hate as a constant theme or including conversion therapy is a hard no.
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Religious Romances as a constant theme or as a pro-religion argument. I am not interested in reading any pro-religion romances. However, if the religion is portrayed in a sacrilegious manner, that's acceptable to me.​
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Generative AI is a hard no. I do not read books including or created with generative AI on the covers or in the work itself. This includes character art and promotions.
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Nooses/Hanging scenes and on page su1c1de - this is a heavier trigger for me especially in detail.
How do I prefer to buy my books, where do I read them?
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I don't have KU; I buy my ebooks outright, pay attention to freebies, and I am an avid ARC reader.
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I buy wide on Smashwords, kobo, and other verified sites as I have both a Kobo and a Kindle.
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I love and prefer paperbacks however due to the pricing I normally buy only my favourites.
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I have a wishlist for ebooks, paperbacks, and sets/SE books since the nearest bookstore is a few hours away and not romance-focused.
Do I accept review requests?
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Not all requests are guaranteed to be read or reviewed however I am open to consideration.
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I often have author interviews, and spotlights, and do have a consideration form that authors may fill out.
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I participate in some blog release blasts.
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Book mail from my friends and followers always gets a review and a thank you and they are not considered or accepted as payment for any service or content.
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See the Google form linked for more information.