#january scaller

[ninelivesart]

I just wanted to show y’all my scrapped January Scaller drawing.

I loved this book so much and really wanted to do something for it. But for the life of me I just can’t get this drawing to work.

#my art #ninelivesart #art #procreate #digital art #art 2024 #drawing my reads 2024 #ten thousand doors of January #January scaller #this is why I wanted to practice backgrounds this year #but I just suck at them so bad it ruins the drawing and makes me not want to work on it #I ended up cutting out the background and focusing on the door #but I still hate all the color rending I did #this was actually the second book I read this year #so I’ve given it another go multiple times and reach the same conclusion each time #throwing in the towel

[rogueblueberry]

This book broke my heart in the best way that only books can. It had me sobbing multiple times. Sadness, injustice, anger, love, hope. I was absolutely captivated by the way Alix Harrow writes. It is so incredibly magical💕

#alix harrow #January scaller #the ten thousand doors of january #bookworm #reading #books

[thebookwormslair]

📚 While we are waiting with bated breath for the next book in the series here are book Recommendations for Fans of "Once Upon a Broken Heart" by Stephanie Garber

"The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern: Lose yourself in the beautifully crafted world of "The Starless Sea," where books are doorways to an underground library filled with enchanting tales and mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Morgenstern's lyrical prose and intricate storytelling create a dreamlike atmosphere that will leave you utterly enchanted.

"An Enchantment of Ravens" by Margaret Rogerson: In a world where faeries and humans collide, embark on a journey with Isobel, a talented artist, and Rook, the captivating faerie prince. This standalone novel weaves a story of forbidden love, perilous adventures, and the enchanting world of Faerie.

"Wintersong" by S. Jae-Jones: Inspired by the classic tale of the Goblin King, "Wintersong" follows Liesl as she journeys to the Underground to rescue her sister from the Goblin King's clutches. This lush and evocative tale is a hauntingly romantic and magical read.

"The Bone Season" by Samantha Shannon: In a dystopian London, where clairvoyants are hunted for their abilities, Paige Mahoney, a powerful dreamwalker, fights for survival and freedom. With its unique blend of fantasy and dystopia, this series will captivate you with its intricate world-building and compelling characters.

"Serpent & Dove" by Shelby Mahurin: Delve into a world of witches and witch hunters in this enthralling series opener. Lou, a witch on the run, and Reid, a devout witch hunter, are forced into a reluctant alliance, leading to a slow-burning romance amidst political intrigue and danger.

"The Ten Thousand Doors of January" by Alix E. Harrow: Immerse yourself in the world of doors that lead to other worlds as January Scaller embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. This beautifully written tale celebrates the power of stories and imagination.

These books share thematic elements with "Once Upon a Broken Heart," transporting you to captivating worlds filled with magic, romance, and intriguing characters. Prepare to be whisked away on thrilling adventures that will capture your heart and imagination!

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[novelmonger]

Book Review: The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow

Quote that should have been on the back of the book: "Perhaps I simply need to leave some record, however wandering and unsubstantiated, so that another living soul can learn the truths I have worked so hard to unearth. So that someone else might read it and believe: there are ten thousand doors between ten thousand worlds, and someone is closing them. And I am helping them do it."

Premise: January Scaller is an "in-between girl," as she describes it. Her mother was white and her father is black, in Victorian-era U.S.A. She never knew her mother, and her father is always away from home, so she is raised by a wealthy white man named Mr. Locke. January's father travels the world, finding curios and artifacts from other countries and sending them back to be put in Mr. Locke's collection, while Mr. Locke provides a home and an education for January. No one quite knows what to do with her, because her appearance doesn't fit into any one neat category. She lives in the lap of luxury, but it's not really hers, it's Mr. Locke's. She's provided for, but the strictures of society mean that she's more or less trapped in this world, unable to fend for herself without Mr. Locke's protection. She's considered almost more like a pet or a plaything for an eccentric rich man, rather than a person in her own right.

Then January finds a book called The Ten Thousand Doors, which tells the story of Doors that open into other worlds, and something resonates inside her. She wants to open those Doors. She wants to explore those other worlds. She wants to learn the truth about where her parents came from and what happened to them. And she's not going to take no for an answer.

Thoughts: I don't think I've ever read a book quite like this, but I loved it. It's definitely going on my list of "stories about stories," because besides the story being about traveling to different worlds through Doors, it's also very much about traveling to different worlds through books. Long before January discovers her first Door, she has learned that books provide a means of escape from her sometimes stifling and unbearable life. And, even though I can't say I know what it's like to be biracial or grow up in a lavish mansion in Vermont in the late nineteenth century, I can definitely relate to escaping into the world of a book. And then, when writing new stories comes into the mix? Yes, definitely relatable.

The writing style, the narrative voice, is so engaging. It draws you right in, and I could always picture everything so vividly. The characters leapt off the page--not just January and Mr. Locke, but also her friends Jane and Samuel, and of course her loyal dog Bad. (Ohhh, there was one scene involving him that had me ugly-crying at work T^T) Her parents and their stories! The different worlds! And just…the magic of it all. Harrow never shied away from describing the uglier side of an oft-romanticized historical period, but that made the wondrously supernatural elements shine and glitter even more.

And…just…can I scream about how perfectly she wove in the motif of locks and keys and doors? I was halfway through the book before I realized, "Wait…Mr. Locke…the Key…the Door opens for her…." a;ldkfj;alsdgj;sdljkg;dkslf UTTER PERFECTION. I can't say too much more without spoiling huge chunks of the story, but…if you know, you know.

I also have to admire Harrow for the restraint of not showing more worlds than she did. This is the kind of setup that makes you want to fling open as many Doors as you possibly can, to see just how varied and different these worlds all are. But because we don't get to see more than a small handful of worlds with our own eyes, it awakens in the reader the desire to keep going, keep exploring, maybe find some Doors of their own. And isn't that an absolutely perfect takeaway from this story?

#book rec exchange 2023 #the ten thousand doors of january #alix e harrow #this book was so different and beautiful and cool! #thanks for the recommendation dai <3

[thebestbookrecommendations]

Legendary - Stephanie Garber

(Caraval #2)

A heart to protect. A debt to repay. A game to win. After being swept up in the magical world of Caraval, Donatella Dragna has finally escaped her father and saved her sister, Scarlett, from a disastrous arranged marriage. The girls should be celebrating, but Tella isn’t yet free. She made a desperate bargain with a mysterious criminal, and what Tella owes him no one has ever been able to deliver: Caraval Master Legend’s true name. The only chance of uncovering Legend’s identity is to win Caraval, so Tella throws herself into the legendary competition once more—and into the path of the murderous heir to the throne, a doomed love story, and a web of secrets…including her sister's. Caraval has always demanded bravery, cunning, and sacrifice, but now the game is asking for more. If Tella can’t fulfill her bargain and deliver Legend’s name, she’ll lose everything she cares about—maybe even her life. But if she wins, Legend and Caraval will be destroyed forever.

Read if You Like:

Fantasy

High Fantasy

Romance

Young Adult

Mystery

Adventure

Strong Female Lead/Protagonist

Magic

Strong Female Characters

Magical Realism

Recommended if You Enjoy:

Erin Morgenstern (The Night Circus)

Alix E. Harrow (The Ten Thousand Doors of January)

Charlie N. Holmberg (The Paper Magician)

Leigh Bardugo (Six of Crows)

Stephanie Garber (Once Upon a Broken Heart)

4/5

First Book in Series:

Next Book in Series:

Other Books in Universe:

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[a-star-in-the-darkness]

Book List: Portal Fantasy

Because we all long for some sort of doorway into another world. The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow Average Goodreads Rating: 4.03 In a sprawling mansion filled with peculiar treasures, January Scaller is a curiosity herself. As the ward of the wealthy Mr. Locke, she feels little different from the artifacts that decorate the halls: carefully maintained, largely ignored, and…

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[booksopandah]

The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E Harrow

One of my goals for the new year is to write better book reviews. I like books a lot, and I want to be able to convey my feelings well without rambling, which is a constant problem, especially when a book inspires some strong reaction in me (be that good or bad). Or even worse, I can’t figure out how to put my feelings into words, because the book is already written so perfectly that all I can do is tell you to read it. I’ll try to land somewhere in the middle with this one.

The Ten Thousand Doors of January has some of the most charming prose I have ever read. It was just beautiful and pleasant and it came off the page. For that alone, I would put it as one of my favorite recent reads. That completely ignores the wonderful characters, the romance (both between characters and of the story itself), the adventure, and the fascinating worldbuilding (it helps having more than one world). Any one of those would make a good book, and the prose alone would make a great book, but this is a supremely wonderful book.

The story follows a split perspective: January Scaller, growing up in an ivory tower under the watchful eye of the rich antique collector Mr. Locke, and a book that she (and the reader) escape into called The Ten Thousand Doors. It’s intertwined in a very natural way, and I didn’t feel lost at any point in the book, despite the switching. January grows up and apart from her biological father, who works for Mr. Locke, and we learn of Doors: places that let people slip from one world to another. The story grows from there, with our supporting cast of villains and heroes, but I won’t say anymore for those who want to remain spoiler free.

That being said, despite thinking that this is an almost perfect book, I do have two complaints, and they are both with the protagonist. Spoilers Beware:

1. January learns that magic is real, and that she has magical powers, and does not immediately use them as often as possible. I understand that there are a few extenuating circumstances, but come on. Experiment! Try stuff! Please!

2. She takes way too long to figure out the villain. Or maybe the author made it way too obvious, and then treated it like a surprise. Either way, annoying, but not really enough to disrupt my enjoyment.

And that’s all! Great book, I fully recommend it, go read

#books #sff books #the ten thousand doors of january #alix e. harrow

[underthebeechtrees]

Chapter 1: The Blue Door

When I was seven, I found a door. I suspect I should capitalize that word, so you understand I’m not talking about your garden-or common-variety door that leads reliably to a white-tiled kitchen or a bedroom closet.

When I was seven, I found a Door. There—look how tall and proud the word stands on the page now, the belly of that D like a black archway leading into white nothing. When you see that word, I imagine a little prickle of familiarity makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand up. You don’t know a thing about me; you can’t see me sitting at this yellow-wood desk, the salt-sweet breeze riffling these pages like a reader looking for her bookmark. You can’t see the scars that twist and knot across my skin. You don’t even know my name (it’s January Scaller; so now I suppose you do know a little something about me and I’ve ruined my point).

But you know what it means when you see the word Door. Maybe you’ve even seen one for yourself, standing half-ajar and rotted in an old church, or oiled and shining in a brick wall. Maybe, if you’re one of those fanciful persons who find their feet running toward unexpected places, you’ve even walked through one and found yourself in a very unexpected place indeed.

Or maybe you’ve never so much as glimpsed a Door in your life. There aren’t as many of them as there used to be.

From THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY by ALIX E HARROW

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In a sprawling mansion filled with peculiar treasures, January Scaller is a curiosity herself. As the ward of the wealthy Mr. Locke, she feels little different from the artifacts that decorate the halls: carefully maintained, largely ignored, and utterly out of place.Then she finds a strange book. A book that carries the scent of other worlds, and tells a tale of secret doors, of love, adventure and danger. Each page turn reveals impossible truths about the world and January discovers a story increasingly entwined with her own.

[siriuslygrimm]

Threshold Traversing

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Stories can shape you and provide an escape, but they can also be made, or proven, to be true in Alix E. Harrow’s The Ten Thousand Doors of January. In a mansion filled with treasures from across the world procured on behalf of Mr. Locke, January Scaller makes a good addition as she herself is a bit of a curiosity by the standards of 1901; as Locke’s ward while her father travels to obtain rare…

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[searching-for-cynefin]

It was my own fault. My fault, for thinking I could just run away, just gather my nerve and walk out to the wide unknown like a hero beginning a quest. For thinking I could bend the rules, just a little, and write myself into some better, grander story, But the rules were made by Lockes and Havermeyers, by wealthy men in private smoking rooms who pulled the world’s riches to themselves like well-dressed spiders in the center of a golden web. People of significance, people who could never be locked away in small rooms and forgotten. The best I could hope for was a life creeping in their generous shadows - an in-between creature neither loved nor reviled, but permitted to scurry freely so long as I didn’t cause trouble.

— January Scaller, The Ten Thousand Doors of January, by Alix. E. Harrow

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[harrypotterhousequotes]

RAVENCLAW: "How fitting, that the most terrifying time in my life should require me to do what I do best: escape into a book." –Alix E. Harrow (January Scaller: The Ten Thousand Doors of January)

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[anabelldimitrova]

January Scaller

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[thebookwormslair]

Once upon a time, there was a movie called "Enchanted," and it enchanted audiences with its unique blend of romance, comedy, and fairy tale magic. If you loved this movie, you may be looking for more stories that capture its whimsical spirit. Luckily, there are plenty of books out there that are perfect for fans of "Enchanted." Here are some recommendations to help you keep the magic alive.

"The Ten Thousand Doors of January" by Alix E. Harrow

This novel is a gorgeous portal fantasy that follows the story of January Scaller, a young girl who discovers a book that tells of a hidden world of magic and adventure. Like Enchanted, it's a whimsical and romantic journey through other worlds that will leave you enchanted.

"The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

This atmospheric novel is a perfect pick for anyone who loved Enchanted's magical and romantic tone. It follows the story of two young magicians who must compete in a mysterious and enchanting circus. With its beautiful prose and imaginative world-building, The Night Circus will transport you to another world entirely.

"The Hazel Wood" by Melissa Albert

This eerie and atmospheric novel is perfect for those who loved Enchanted's dark and twisty elements. It follows the story of Alice, a young girl who discovers that the fairy tales her grandmother wrote are real, and that they may be connected to a series of disappearances. With its creepy atmosphere and richly drawn characters, The Hazel Wood is a compelling and mysterious read.

"The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making" by Catherynne M. Valente

This whimsical and imaginative novel is perfect for anyone who loved Enchanted's playful and creative take on fairy tales. It follows the story of September, a young girl who is whisked away to Fairyland and must embark on a magical journey to save the world. With its charming characters and inventive world-building, The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland is a true delight.

"Uprooted" by Naomi Novik

This stunning novel is perfect for those who loved Enchanted's romantic and magical elements. It follows the story of Agnieszka, a young girl who discovers that she has magical powers and must use them to save her kingdom from a powerful and malevolent force. With its lush prose and vividly drawn world, Uprooted is a captivating and immersive read.

So there you have it: five books to help you relive the magic of "Enchanted" and keep your fairy tale romance alive. Happy reading!

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[airyfrasc]

An illustration from The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow! This book was so vivid and colorful, I couldn’t help but draw it, especially the blue door.

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[thebestbookrecommendations]

Once Upon a Broken Heart - Stephanie Garber

(Once Upon a Broken Heart #1)

For as long as she can remember, Evangeline Fox has believed in true love and happy endings . . . until she learns that the love of her life will marry another. Desperate to stop the wedding and to heal her wounded heart, Evangeline strikes a deal with the charismatic but wicked Prince of Hearts. In exchange for his help, he asks for three kisses, to be given at the time and place of his choosing. But after Evangeline’s first promised kiss, she learns that bargaining with an immortal is a dangerous game—and that the Prince of Hearts wants far more from her than she’d pledged. He has plans for Evangeline, plans that will either end in the greatest happily ever after or the most exquisite tragedy. . . .

Read if You Like:

Fantasy

Young Adult

Romance

Magic

High Fantasy

Magical Tarot Cards

Fates

Recommended if You Enjoy:

Stephanie Garber (Caraval Series)

V. E. Schwab (The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue)

Alix E. Harrow (The Ten Thousand Doors of January)

Erin Morgenstern (The Night Circus)

Charlie N. Holmberg (The Paper Magician)

4/5

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