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Worried Whippet by Jess Bolton - Book Review
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Worried Whippet by Jess Bolton - Book Review

Inspired by the author’s own anxious rescue dog, Jess, Worried Whippet is a gorgeous book that inspires readers to be brave in the face of every day anxieties.

While this book has been on my radar for a while, I was prompted to finally pick it up by the sad death of both Jess and her rescue brother Otto. Passing away within months of each other, their short but love filled lives are a reminder that there’s no shame in feeling anxious, and that we can all be brave in ways that feel manageable to us.

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How to Make Friends With the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow - Book Review
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How to Make Friends With the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow - Book Review

First published in 2019, How to Make Friends With the Dark is Kathleen Glasgow’s second book. It follows similar themes to Girl in Pieces, and features a teenage girl who is experiencing unthinkable difficulties with her mental health.

For this reason, please take note of the trigger warnings above and make sure that you feel able to manage the emotional intensity of the book.

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