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Books I DNF in 2025

Published on February 24, 2026February 23, 2026 by Celeste10 Comments

This is the fifth year in which I’ve compiled a list of books I DNF, this time in 2025. (For previous DNF lists, check out the ones I compiled in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.) As I mentioned in the past, this is not a “worst of” list. Anyone can DNF at book at any time for any reason. The books I DNF in 2025 were DNF for a variety of reasons. Since joining the bookish community online, my TBR has grown exponentially such that I fully subscribe to the philosophy that life is too short to push through a book I’m not enjoying. So, without further ado, here are the books I DNF in 2025.

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February 2026 TBR

Published on February 3, 2026January 26, 2026 by Celeste13 Comments

While I did a great job with my priority reads in January, I did abysmally with my physical TBR. That was partly due to traveling, so I prioritized whatever was on my Kindle. And it was partly because of all the terrible news, so I couldn’t concentrate on my picks. Instead I settled for a dystopian read (SUNRISE ON THE REAPING). Hopefully I’ll be able to stick more to my February 2026 TBR. Though, as always, I am a mood reader so I reserve the right to change my reading around. 🙂

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February 2026 Book Releases

Published on January 28, 2026January 30, 2026 by Celeste16 Comments

January was a full month for book releases and February is no different, apparently! I have a dozen books to share in my list of anticipated February 2026 book releases. As usual, the books are mostly fantasy and I of course won’t be able to get to all of them no matter how much I want to. I do have a couple ARCs from the list, which I need to tackle soon. Anyway, dive into this list of February 2026 book releases. Maybe you’ll add more to your TBR!

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January 2026 On My Radar

Published on January 27, 2026January 25, 2026 by Celeste14 Comments

Hello, everyone! In the blink of an eye, January is almost over, which means it’s time for my January 2026 On My Radar. The month started out ok, but I became progressively distracted, so I didn’t blog hop around as much. But I still found some goodies, so have a look below to see if you missed any of these bookish posts.

Reviews

How To Lose A Goblin In Ten Days by Jessie Sylva by Tammy at Books, Bones & Buffy
Enchanting the Fae Queen by Stephanie Burgis by Tammy at Books, Bones & Buffy
City of Others by Jared Poon by Chris at Biblio Nerd Reflections
Graceless Heart by Isabel Ibanez by Chris at Biblio Nerd Reflections
The Trident and the Pearl by Sarah K.L. Wilson by Caitlin at Realms of My Mind
Is This A Cry For Help? by Emily Austin by Amanda at Your Book Friend
Dragon Cursed by Elise Kova by Leslie at Books Are the New Black
Wooing the Witch Queen by Stephanie Burgis by Annemieke at A Dance With Books
107 Days by Kamala Harris by Lisa at Bookshelf Fantasies

Discussions

Libby’s Stance on AI-Generated Books & AI Tools Is Disappointing, But Not Surprising by Amanda at Your Book Friend
Do You Read Books Because of Influencers? by Krysta at Pages Unbound
Romantasy vs Fantasy [Fantasy with Friends] by Jenna at Falling Letters

Bookish Miscellany

Ranking Classic Children’s Picture Books by Krysta at Pages Unbound
My Most Anticipated Sequels, Prequels & Companion Series Of 2026 by Charlotte at Bewitching Books, Ravenous Reads
My Most Anticipated Releases Of 2026, Part One by Charlotte at Bewitching Books, Ravenous Reads

Bookish Goals in 2026

Published on January 13, 2026January 11, 2026 by Celeste28 Comments

Bookish goals for 2025 are out and now it’s time for my bookish goals in 2026. Although, to be perfectly honest, my bookish goals for 2026 are very similar with some goal posts just moved up a bit. I removed a couple, though, mainly because I don’t feel like doing them regularly, which is a good enough reason for me!

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