Musings from a Loft
Welcome to the BAMTP blog celebrating a literary lifestyle dedicated *mostly* to the fantasy + sci-fi genres. You’ll find book reviews and recs, quarterly community reading challenges, author interviews, bookish gift guides, bookish freebies, and more.
Book Review: Dark and Tragic, ‘The Poet Empress’ is the Fantasy Debut of the Year You Can’t Miss on Your 2026 TBR List
If this fantasy book isn’t on your TBR list yet, remedy that immediately. It’s one of the strongest debuts I’ve read in years.
Don’t Miss the Hype: 7 Fantasy and Romantasy Books to Read Before Their Anticipated Sequels Drop in 2026
Have you read ‘book one’ yet?! Don’t worry, you still have time. Kind of. Don’t miss starting these series before their sequels arrive!
Book Review: The Night Prince is the Perfect Sequel to Booktok’s Romantasy Sensation, The Wolf King
A sequel with no second book syndrome. This werewolf shifter romantasy is even better than book one. Here’s why.
Book Review: The Wolf King is a Fast-paced Fantasy Romance for Fans of Brooding, Banter, and Fated Love
Imagine the gritty werewolves from the movie, Underworld, but put them in tartan kilts and the time period vibes of Braveheart, and you get The Wolf King.
26 Most Anticipated Fantasy + Romantasy Novels Releasing in 2026 that You’ll Want on Your Shelf
A new year means new reads to discover and a return to some of your favorite worlds in anticipated sequels. Here are 26 you’ll definitely want on your shelf…
The Best Books of 2025: My Top 21+ Favorite Reads in Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and More For Your TBR
As 2025 comes to an end, it’s a yearly tradition to celebrate my most unforgettable reads—the one’s I can’t stop thinking about and recommending.
Complimentary Bookish Backgrounds + Desktop Wallpapers for Winter 2025 - 2026
Happy Winter, book lovers! Your quarterly Winter 2025 FREE bookish backgrounds are here!
2025 BAMTP Bookish Gift Guides: Last Minute Stocking Stuffers for Book Lovers under $35
You’ll find a little something on this list for every type of bookworm in your life. And ALL under $35, because we love a budget-friendly gift guide in this economy.
Flodesk’s New Pricing Structure and Why It’s Still the Best Email Marketing Platform for Authors to Reach Their Reader Community
If you’ve ever received an email from Books are my Third Place, then you’ve already interacted with a Flodesk email. Chances are, your favorite author’s newsletter might be powered by Flodesk too.
Your Ultimate TikTok Shop Gift Guide for Book Lovers in 2025
If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed, and want to take a break from doom scrolling, I’ve found the best deals on TikTok Shop for the book lover in your life.
Book Review: The Bookshop Below, A Magical Ode to Book Lovers Everywhere, and the Consequences of Messing with Fate
Her debut novel was very divisive, and once again, I think Georgia Summer’s new release, The Bookshop Below is going to be a book that people either love or loathe.
Book Review: ‘Hekate’ is Nikita Gill’s Dark, Female Empowering Take on Greek Myths and Magic
Is this Greek Mythology retelling of a notorious character written entirely in verse going to be for everyone? No. But for…
The Rose Bargain is a Fun YA Romantasy Romp: The Bachelor, but Make it Regency London + with Fae
If you fancy an alternate historical fiction fantasy set in Regency England, this might be the one for you.
Book Review: Marie Lu’s Adult Fantasy Novel Debut, ‘Red City’, is a Gritty, Magical Must-Read for your Fall TBR
This urban fantasy adult debut from bestselling author, Marie Lu, will have you on the edge of your seat.
Book Review: ‘Kill the Beast’ is a Short, Must Read Addition to Your Fantasy Fall TBR
This may just be the perfect short, dark fantasy read for this fall. I absolutely devoured Kill the Beast by Serra Swift, and I can’t believe it’s a debut novel!
Let Freedom Read: A Fantasy Readers Guide to Banned Books Week with Resources and a List of Favorite Banned Books You Should Absolutely Read Once
Don’t let people take away our stories. Banned books are never the answer.
Best Fall Book Savings: The Third Annual, Ultimate Bookish Prime Big Deal Days Shopping Guide for Book Lovers
Save time scrolling! Check out my highly curated 3rd annual guide of all my favorite limited time deals for book lovers for Prime Big Deal Days 2025.
TV Show Review: Why Romantic Fantasy Readers will be Obsessed with ‘The Double’, the CDrama With a Male Lead Who Will Rival All Your Book Boyfriends
I could just say, The Double will put you into that can’t eat, can’t sleep, can’t stop watching, can’t stop thinking about these characters mode. But there’s so much more to this 40 episode Chinese Drama on Netflix.
Book Review: ‘The Children of gods and Fighting Men’ is Perfect for Historical Fiction Fantasy Book Lovers
Now THIS is historical fiction fantasy done well. Ready to fall for an Irish Game of Thrones?
Free, Downloadable Digital Bookish Backgrounds + Desktop Wallpapers for Fall 2025
Happy Fall, book lovers! Your quarterly Fall 2025 FREE bookish backgrounds are here!
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