I’m Charlotte: school librarian, bookworm, theatre nerd, knowledge collector, and exceptionally average.
Here you’ll find me writing mostly about books, films, and theatre, particularly LGBTQ+ ones!
TBR or not TBR? Pros and Cons of Keeping a ‘To Be Read’ List
TBR is a popular acronym in the book world, and it simply means "to be read". Some readers decide to keep a TBR list—i.e. a list of books they'd like to read within a specific time frame—while others choose not to stick to one. But why do people decide to stick to a...
Childhood Favourites: Give Yourself Goosebumps by R. L. Stine
I've loved reading since I was a kid, and that means I've built up a lot of favourite books over the years. I still own most of them, so I'm going to start sharing some of my childhood favourites and have a little chat about what I liked about them, which books in...
Tim Minchin – ‘Back’ Tour 2019 (St. David’s Hall, Cardiff)
Tim Minchin has been one of my favourite comedians for years now. If you're not aware of who he is (first, where have you been?!!) he's a Australian comedian and musician who has played several sell-out tours around the world, and has offered his musical talent to...
Skellig by David Almond – Book Review
When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness, Michael's world seems suddenly lonely and uncertain. Then, one Sunday afternoon, he stumbles into the old, ramshackle garage of his new home, and finds something magical. A strange creature - part...
Verse Fiction: Where to Start If You’re a Verse Novel Newbie
Verse novels are one of my favourite things to read, and I always recommend them to everyone. However, I understand that they can be a bit odd to read if you've never read them before. If you're used to reading traditional prose (think of your standard novel), reading...
How to Beat “Blogger/Influencer Envy” (and turn envy into inspiration!)
Blogger/influencer envy is something I've dealt with a lot in the past. Now, before I start, I need to make this clear: I'm not talking about being envious of someone's life. Like, if you see an influencer on Instagram and you wish you could look like them, be like...
5 Ways to Learn Digital Marketing Skills for Free or Cheap
I've been working in a digital marketing-related job now for a few years, and I've learned a heck of a lot along the way. Most of my learning has been on the job, but I've also done a lot of work to learn new skills in my own time. Basic marketing skills, especially...
Creator Spotlight #2: Felfira Moon Designs
In this new series called Creator Spotlight, I feature some of my favourite artists and designers. I’ll shine a light on their work, and they’ll tell you a little bit about themselves and their businesses. I hope this will introduce you to some new great artists that...
Between the Stars (Poem)
I asked on Twitter today if I should start posting fiction and poetry on my blog, and it was met with a YES so I thought I'd start right now. Why not, eh?! And in true "me" fashion (and perfectly on-brand), let's start with a space-related one. A man has lived in...
Favourite LGBTQ+ Books I’ve Read for Book Club (Guest Post)
Sarah, founder of The Little Contemporary Corner and one of my best pals, is no stranger to Wonderfully Bookish - she’s written a couple of guest posts for me in the past, including a list of books that should be Disney films, and her review of Toffee by Sarah...
