LGBTQ+ Travel & Literature
I am incredibly excited to be able to tell you all about Lockwood Books! Within only a few years of opening, this little shop has managed to capture the spirit of every book-lover’s fantasies. This place is teeming with coziness and character. Lockwood Books, found in downtown St. Thomas, is mainly a used book store, …
Cordial Clove Books is not only a queer-owned small business, it’s a business that supports other queer-owned businesses! In the store you can find tons of fun novelty items and stationery made by other local and LGBTQ+ artists and businesses. Every time I enter this shop, I find my self-control tested as I try to …
There have been many times while writing reviews that I know I’m going to have trouble being objective. This is definitely one of those times, but thankfully I’m under no obligation to be anything but truthful. The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune is easily one of the best books I’ve read in …
The island of Newfoundland has an endless number of adventures to offer, and though St. John’s is only a small part of the province, it doesn’t disappoint. This list highlights only a few of the amazing sights and activities I’ve found! Signal Hill The home of Cabot Tower, and the place where the very first …
One of the many things shared between members of the queer community is a love of escapism, and rooted in escapism are two of my favourite hobbies; reading and travel. In fact, they’re the inspiration behind this blog. They’re also what prompted my latest book purchase; The Rainbow Atlas. Beautifully designed, The Rainbow Atlas details …
I recently had the luxury of crossing a place off my bucket list of Canadian literary destinations. With the décor of every room inspired by a different author or creative mind, the Arlington Hotel is one of the most bizarrely wonderful places I’ve ever stayed. Built in the early 1850’s, the Arlington is the highlight …
I’ll admit it. I do love those huge chain bookstores. The type that sell weird knickknacks and collectibles, and have almost as many random decor products as they do books. And these may be my go-to places when the newest book is released in a favourite fantasy series, or when I need to find gifts …