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betterbooksandthings · 5 months

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"The book has seen immediate success in 2023, debuting as a number one New York Times bestselling novel. Readers love the irreverent fantasy world and the witty characters trying to make a living in a villain’s evil lair. Sure, the villain equips the lair with a top-notch break room, HR, and healthcare, but there are still the trappings of a villain’s daily activities, reminding employees they work for a bad guy. If you, too, can’t get enough of this world, read on for eight funny, romantic, and fantastical books like Assistant to the Villain!

The following books like Assistant to the Villain give readers who are eagerly awaiting book two something to read in the meantime. They are a combination of fantasy romance books that have a dash of action, romance, and comedy to keep any Hannah Nicole Maehrer fan happy. I am head over heels for the odd little subgenre myself, so I guarantee these books like Assistant to the Villain will hit the spot."

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author-a-holmes · 11 months

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Reddit Cozy Fantasy Tournament 2023

Congrats to all the authors who made it into the Semi-Finals of the Reddit "Cozy Fantasy Tournament 2023"... but especially to the lovely @ashen-crest!! I've already cast my votes for the semi finals, but if you've read A Rival Most Vial, go and help her out by casting your vote HERE And if you haven't read A Rival Most Vial yet... well... what on earth are you waiting for? It's fantastic!!

To see the Full Reddit Competition Thread, Click HERE.

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autumn2may · 19 days

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Today our judges review R. K. Ashwick's A Rival Most Vial for this year's Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off (SPFBO) finals! 🐉

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ettawritesnstudies · 1 month

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Indie Author Interview: R.K. Ashwick

Etta: Hello, my name is Etta Grace, and welcome to my YouTube channel. Today I am interviewing R. K. Ashwick, who has wrote a few different books that I have reviewed on my blog before. The first was The Stray Spirit and the second was A Rival Most Vial, which is in a separate series called The Sidequest Row. And today we are going to be talking about R. K. Ashwick’s second book in the Spirit…

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toribookworm22 · 4 months

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heyy Tori, happy STS!! I'm curious to know about your recent reads - what was your favorite book/short story/screenplay/whatever that you've read this year? any that disappointed you (feel free to ignore if you don't wanna spill any tea lol)? or, if you haven't read anything, first, I see you, and second, any book you'd particularly like to get your hands on?

Hey, Cee! Thanks for the ask, love!

I'm gonna real with you, the only reason I even remember what I've read is because of Goodreads. 🤣 I'm realizing more every day that I have very little object permanence-- or whatever permanence, I don't know.

So let's see a few highlights:

All The Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace

So, if nothing else, this book kept me on my toes the entire time. I'd think I knew where the story was going and it would go the complete other way. While the princess and the mermaid don't get together like a small part of me was hoping, I'm incredibly attached to the depictions of these characters. Looking forward to reading the sequel!

A Field Guide To Mermaids by Emily B. Martin

This made 7-year-old me very happy. Not only is it written like mermaids are simply another part of our world, it's illustrated absolutely stunningly. Ms. Martin, you have my whole heart. ♥️

A Rival Most Vial by R. K. Ashwick

New comfort read acquired!! Oh my gosh, I don't even know how to sum up how happy this book made me. Such a wonderful read, with a stunning world, and absolutely delightful characters. I rooted for these two idiot boys the entire way through-- harder than I think I've ever done before. ❤️ Thank you thank you thank you.

Skyhunter by Marie Lu

Oh. My. Gosh. So coming from one of my favorite and most trusted authors, I went in with high hopes. And they were beyond exceeded. This is such a stunning world filled with glorious characters. I cannot wait to get my hands on the sequel. Thank you, Ms. Lu for another lovely read.

Daughter of the Deep

Absolutely stunning! I always forget how fantastic Mr. Riordan's novels are and it has been several years since I've gotten to read one for the very first time. Such a rich and beautiful story pulled from a world many are unfamiliar with. Adding to his collection growing on my bookshelf.

Instant Karma by Marissa Meyer

This is one of my new favorite romance novels! And I'm still internally squealing about it! Honestly, I was a little doubtful to begin with. I've become extremely critical of romance novels over the past year or so, but I knew I had to give one of my favorite authors a shot. And I was not disappointed. The main character is downright WRONG in this book, which I absolutely adore, and so it's more of a self-discovery (even though the love interest is delightful as well). Thank you, Marissa Meyer, for making me grin at a book for four solid hours.

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author-a-holmes · 1 year

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ARC Review: A Rival Most Vial by R. K. Ashwick

I received a free copy of this book from the author (@ashen-crest) and am voluntarily leaving an honest review. However, I now have a paperback copy on order because Holy Sh-- this was so good!!

R. K. Ashwick made herself comfortable on my list of favourite authors after her debut novel, 'The Stray Spirit'. There's a freshness to her authorial voice that makes her books an utter delight to read, and time slips away from me the moment I start the first page.

With 'A Rival Most Vial' she's cemented her spot in my top ten favourite authors. I didn't anticipate buying any paperbacks this year, I've got bills and a holiday to save for, but I simply had to shuffle around some finances to add this one to my shelf.

The rivalry between Ambrose and Eli is perfectly balanced. It doesn't cross into anything groan-worthy, and I didn't get second-hand embarrassment for either of them, which is a common reason romance-rivalry's aren't commonly a favourite trope of mine.

But, as usual, Ashwick had me falling in love with all her characters. Ambrose and Eli, of course, but also all the other members of Rosemond street. Dawn is a delight, Tom's freaking adorable, Sherry's brilliant and Banneker is a laugh, but besides the main characters, Grim's quiet protectiveness might be my favourite.

I don't know what else to tell you without giving away spoilers, because this plot was so perfectly woven together that every element I want to gush about, leads to another that I want you to read and discover on your own.

All in all, I adored this read. It's my first paperback purchase of the year; potentially my only paperback purchase of the year, and another of Ashwick's wonderful stories to add to my collection.

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betterbooksandthings · 9 months

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"In this age of ever-expanding nerdery, there is a fantasy romance book for every type of geek—including, of course, those of us who love a good tabletop role-playing game like Dungeons & Dragons. To understand the existence of DnD-inspired fantasy romance books, you only have to look to the growing popularity of both DnD and high fantasy romances."

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betterbooksandthings · 9 months

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Romance Book Recommendations

Here is a complete guide to books I would recommend without question to anyone looking to read romance. This was, in fact, the shortest I could get it so have fun!

Straight Sci/Fi Fantasy romance The A.I. Who Loved Me by Alyssa Cole that time i got drunk and saved a demon by kimberly lemming Mating the Huntress by Talia Hibbert

Straight Historical Wild Rain by Beverly Jenkins The Duke who didn't by courtney Milan Unclaimed by Courtney Milan

Trans Historical A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall M/F (transfemme) Unmasked by the Marquess by Cat Sebastian M/N Something Spectacular by Alexis Hall N/N

Sapphic Historical

The Perks of Loving a Wallflower by Erica Ridley The Lady’s Guide To Celestial Machanics by Olivia Waite That Could be Enough By Alyssa Cole

Gay Historical The Gentleman's Book of Vices by Jess Everlee The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by K.J. Charles We Could Be So Good by Cat Sebastian Tommy Cabot Was Here by Cat Sebastian Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall It Takes Two to Tumble by Cat sebastian Two Rogues Make a Right by Cat Sebastian

Sapphic Fantasy Romance Walk Between Worlds by Samara Breger The Rogue Crown by A. K. Mulford (third book in a series first two have m/f pairings) A Song of Silver and Gold by Melissa Karibian Can’t spell treason without tea by Rebecca Thorne A Restless Truth by Freya Marske

Trans Fantasy Romance The Demon's Bargain by Katee Robert F/N The Evergreen Heir by A. K. Mulford N/M

Gay Fantasy Romance Socially Orcward by Lisa Henry & Sarah Honey Red Heir by Lisa Henry & Sarah Honey a marvellous light by Freya Marske wolfsong by t.j. klune (series) A Veil of Gods and Kings by Nicole Bailey (series) A Taste of Gold and Iron by Alexandra Rowland A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows (read TW) Witchmark by C. L. Polk (series) Reforged by Seth Haddon Frostbite by J Emery A Rival Most Vial by R. K. Ashwick The Magpie Lord by K.J. Charles Bisclavret by K L Noone Human Enough by E.S. Yu From The Dark We Came and Help Wanted by J. Emery

Poly Fantasy Romance Wicked Beauty by Katee Robert Elf Defence by Lisa Henry & Sarah Honey

Sapphic Contemporary Romance D'Vaughn and Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake Sorry, Bro by Taleen Voskuni How to Find a Princess by Alyssa Cole

M/F Contemporary Romance (Some Bi and Ace) A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy, Sierra Simone Scandalized by Ivy Owens A Thorn in the Saddle by Rebekah Weatherspoon The Comeback by Lily Chu Forget Me Not by Julie Soto Knot My Type by Evie Mitchell Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert Take a hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert Act Your Age, Eve Brown by Talia Hibbert Haven by Rebekah Weatherspoon Rafe by Rebekah Weatherspoon Xeni by by Rebekah Weatherspoon Trade Me by Courtney Milan The Romantic Agenda by Claire Kann

Gay Contemporary Romance A Dash of Salt and Pepper by Kosoko Jackson The Missing Page by Cat Sebastian Something Wild & Wonderful by Anita Kelly The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun The Hate Project by Kris Ripper Counterpoint by Anna Zabo Just Like That by Cole Mccade Syncopation by Anna Zabo

Poly Contemporary Romance The Life Revamp by Kris Ripper

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author-a-holmes · 1 year

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Day 14 of the #writerfriendschallenge - Currently Reading?

I don't read much when I'm writing. I tend to alternate. Read and no writing, or writing and no reading.

So my TBR pile is getting frankly ridiculous because I've been writing a lot lately.

I do try and read one ARC from a fellow indie a month though!