Modern writing is destroying female characters. And we're all falling for it. Okay, maybe we're not all falling for it. I know I'm not falling for it, which is why I really haven't read a good book or seen a really good movie in a very long time. And I know there's other women out there and other people in general that are not falling for this whole "girl boss" trend that has been making its way around for the past like 7 years or so.

We are in an era where there are more indie authors than ever and more events trying to capitalize on our need to promote. If you’re an indie author and maybe even a reader who spends any time whatsoever on social media, you’ve probably noticed a huge influx of bookish events. Not just conventions, but fantasy balls in particular have become extremely common.

I feel like pirates and romance have been growing in popularity lately and you know what? We need recommendations. Jump down the rabbit hole with me! Check out my personal list of wonderful pirate romance books. Arrrgghhh!☠️

Enemies and Lovers is a fantasy bookish event put on by Tea and Tropes Events and it was held at the Mesa Convention Center in Arizona on May 9th-10th, 2025.

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