Best 5 books I've read or re-read in 2025 β₯οΈ
1. Zhuangzi - love the author of this work, lots of meaningful stories about life that were as true in China in 4th century BCE as today
2. End Times by Turchin - argues that over elite production causes societies to collapse
3. How to Hide An Empire - America the empire is not a Republic
4. Peloponnesian War - same thing happening today between NATO vs. Russia
5. Hamlet's Mill - the power of mythology in history
Christmas (miracle) review on Part One of my Fantasy/Attempted Comedy story The Last Philosopher π
P.S Links to places where I'm currently posting Part Two are on my profile, updated weekly.
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π Todayβs non-fiction #BookRecommendation is about #ClimateAdaptation : Iβve been diving into Susannah Fisherβs latest book, "Sink or Swim: How the World Needs to Adapt to a Changing Climate."

Climate adaptation is set to be one of the defining topics of 2026 and beyond. This week, Iβve been diving into Susannah Fisherβs latest book, "Sink or Swim: How the World Needs to Adapt to a Changing Climate." Fisher, Principal Research Fellow at University College London, doesnβt shy away from assessing tough realities β from securing food justice to understanding the security dimension of water resilience. Adapting to climate change often involves hard choices on, say, relocating people from crumbling coastlines, or trying to shift diets to less carbon-intensive foods. Political leaders and voters alike hesitate to make these changes. Still, she still manages to strike a hopeful tone, pointing out that βthe task ahead to adapt is huge, but there are multiple small changes, specific ideas and potential levers that can move us in the right directionβ. π Whatβs your latest discovery when it comes to climate & environment books ? #ClimateAdaptation #Transformation ποΈ https://lnkd.in/emtSNQVc
Wow. I just inhaled "Blood over bright Haven" in two days. This is such a great book! Fiction, but it's about the big problems of the real world: colonialism, sexism, racism, capitalism, abuse of power... Big topics and only 460 pages, so it's very straight to the point. And it's a little gory. If you're fine with that like me, it's a 10/10 book! It's one of my favorites now.
Trying something new to get back into reading I turned to some trans horror in Grace Byron's Herculine. An entertaining read that blends elements of trans experience with the supernatural for a captivating story. Read my extended take.
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https://narrativecuriosity.co/any-commune-can-hold-dark-secrets-herculine-review/

In "Herculine" by Grace Byron, the unnamed narrator navigates life in New York, struggling with personal trauma and the challenges of trans identity. Seeking a fresh start at a commune, she confronts deeper issues of manipulation and supernatural threats. The novel blends supernatural horror with poignant themes, reflecting elements of trans experiences in an engaging read.
All I want for Christmas is reviews π
A nice review of Part Two of my "Fantasy/Attempted comedy" story The Last Philosopher that I'm currently posting online on Wattpad, Inkitt, and RoyalRoad π
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