I like tags, and even though I wasn't tagged to do this, I have to because I looove coffee.

Black: A series that is hard to get through but has it's hardcore fans

For this I have to go with the series I am currently struggling the most with: the Legend series by Marie Lu... please don't kill me. Everything I had heard about these books before was about how fast paced and addictive they are. I follow so many bloggers and Instagram accounts that swear this is their all time favourite series but it just doesn't click for me. I even did a review of the first book where I rated it 4 stars here, but for me after that the series has gotten so hard to get through. I'll post an update when I fiiiinally get done with Champion.

Obsessed with the pink page edges

Peppermint Mocha: A book that gets more popular during the winter or a festive time of year

My True Love Gave to Me, edited by Stephanie Perkins. This is the sweetest book, which is a collection of 12 short stories by ALL the YA authors (not really, but Laini Taylor, Holly Black, Rainbow Rowell etc. etc.). I might be cheating a little since this book only came out in 2014 but I have read it both christmases since it came out and plan on reading it again in December this year. This book gives me all the feels and feels like christmas time wrapped up in a bow.


Hot chocolate: A favourite children's book

For me, it will always be The Little Prince by Antonie de Saint-Exupéry. I can't even count how many times I have read this book. It is so gorgeous and will remain a favourite of mine forever. Although this is a 'children's' book, the themes are so important to me, and I love to re-read this from time to time.


Double shot of espresso: A book that kept you on the edge of your seat from start to finish

Illuminae by Aime Kaufman and Jay Kristoff! I had never read anything that was written in such a unique format before and I really loved it. This book was massive but so fast paced and I couldn't put it down.


Starbucks: A book you see everywhere

Mortal Instruments and Infernal Devices series. Yes I own all the books. No I still haven't read them.



That hipster coffee shop: A book by an indie author (shout out)

I really don't read many books by indie authors, I should read more but I always feel like by TBR is so long! and because I don't really know how to get my hands on them. So I will go for The Book of Hat by Harriet Rowland. I did a review here. This was written by a girl who went to my old high school, and is a collection of blog posts. I wold liken it to a 'real life fault in our stars'


Oops I accidentally got decaf: A book you were expecting more from

Carry On by Rainbow Rowell. I looove Rainbow Rowell and I have loved everything else that she has written. This one was so hyped up for me, I think I had set impossible standards in my mind, and it just fell short of all the praise it was receiving.


The perfect blend: A book series that was both bitter and sweet but ultimately satisfying

My perfect blend has to be the Harry Potter series by Queen Jo herself (J.K Rowling). These books are home to me, and every time I re-read one I feel so satisfied. I go through all the emotions possible and love these books with all my heart.

These covers are also beautiful!

Green tea: A book or series that is quietly beautiful

Shatter me series by Tahereh Mafi. I loved the writing style of this series, and the story was fantastic. I'm not sure if it is 'quietly' beautiful because this series has so much exposure, but I loved the writing style so much that it deserves a spot on the list


Chai Tea: A book or series that makes you dream of far off places

Prague is my number 1 travel destination that I am dying to visit, so Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor is my pick for this question.


Earl Grey: A favourite classic

I don't read many classics, and since I have already used The Little Prince, I will say Dracula by Bram Stoker since it my most recently read classic.

I tag all of you! Anyone that hasn't done this tag yet should! :)

Nerd Royalty. I am a nerd and I approve this statement.

.... Hello, Police?

Today I thought I would make a post about what I like to do to relax. I am a PhD student, studying Molecular Microbiology. So obviously on my day-to-day I am engaging my mind, and problem solving. Relaxing once I get home from a day in the lab is so important for my mental health. So here is a list of the things that I love to do and find relaxing

1. Read... Duh.
I obviously had to include reading on this list. Ever since I was young getting lost in a good book is something that I love to do. When I read I feel so sucked in and can put my life, and any problems I might be having on hold for a few hours.

2. Spend Time in the Kitchen
I love to cook and bake. Making dinner at the end of the day is a really relaxing and rewarding time for me, and it's relaxing making a trusty old favourite recipe (for me it's Laksa, yum!). But I love to experiment with food too. I am vegan and I am always trying new vegan recipes and baking. Cooking and baking are such relaxing activities for me.

3. Watch TV
When I am feeling lazy or blue nothing can quite cheer me up like putting on one of my favourite comedy TV shows. My all time favourites are Friends, Gilmore Girls, How I Met Your Mother, Parks and Rec, and recently Crazy Ex Girlfriend. I am one of those people that can watch the same episode of my favourite shows (such as the ones listed above) over and over and over until I can practically recite every line.

4. Take a Bath
Taking baths is not something I do often, but it is the ultimate pampering treat after a really long day. I am more than slightly obsessed with Lush, and all of their bath and shower products, and have a not too shabby collection myself. I love to run a bath and pop in a bath bomb or bubble bar and relax.

5. Spend Time with my Cat
This one may sound silly to non-animal lovers but I love to hang out with my cat. He really is the best. Actually I love to hang out with all cats, and volunteer in the feline area of my local animal shelter, which is super rewarding, and I get to have so many cat cuddles.

6. Spend Time with my Partner
I'm sure if he reads this he will ask me why the hell the cat is above him on the list - I was saving the best until last! We live together and spending time together, whether it be blobbing on the couch and watching TV, doing our own things in each others company, cooking, or going on fun adventures together is the best way I spend my time. Sorry to be cheesy but being together is my absolute favourite way I could spend time.

If you don't know this about me, I am a huge Harry Potter fan. I made a post a while ago on my Harry Potter collection, which needs a new update post, because I have got so many new books and memorabilia since I made that blog post.

It was revealed The Cursed Child was a new play being released, with input from Queen Jo herself, and was marketed as "The 8th Story", set 19 years after the the Deathly Hallows. I died a little inside knowing I would never be able to see this, since I live in New Zealand. So, as some of you may have guessed I was flipping out when I heard the script was being released for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. I'm a drama kid, and have always loved theatre so I was really used to reading script formats.

July 31st arrived and I put on some Harry Potter gear (Ravenclaw letterman jacket, deathly hallows necklace, phone case) and I drag my boyfriend to the bookstore. It was released at 11am in New Zealand, if it was a midnight release I would have dressed up completely, but there were too many muggles wandering around outside.

There was probably around 40 people at the bookstore all waiting to get their hands on it, and since I arrived about an hour early I was one of the first to get my mitts on it

It's so beautiful

I took the book home and started it right then. I was done within a couple of hours - the script format makes this a super fast read.