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The Hunger Games Simulator Guide
Here is my guide to selecting and playing a simulator based on the famous book and film franchise, The Hunger Games.
Based on the bestselling book series written by Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games is easily one of the most popular dystopian stories written in the modern day.
26 Sports Romance Novels
There’s something irresistible about sports romance novels.
I’m not sure whether it’s the elite athletes or high stakes competition, but the combination of passion and ambition just hits different for me. In this post I’ve put together a list of some of the very best sports romance books, to help you decide which title to pick up next.
Mariana Zapata Books in Order
Known by her fans as the queen of slow burn romance, Mariana Zapata has been reading romance novels since she was old enough to sneak them off her aunt’s bookshelves.
Her writing career began in her teens, when she penned fan fiction about her favourite boy bands. She eventually started to write her own original stories when she was in her twenties, after much encouragement from her husband.
Mariana currently lives in Pagosa Springs, Colorado with her husband and their two Great Danes (also referred to as her children).
Rhys Bowen Books in Order
A New York Times bestselling author, Rhys Bowen is an enormously popular mystery/crime writer who’s real name is Janet Quin-Harkin.
To date she has sold around 10 million books in over 30 languages, and won a number of major prizes including the Agatha Awards, the Anthony Awards and the Macavity Awards.
Heather Fawcett Books in Order
A Canadian writer best known for her enchanting Emily Wilde series, Heather Fawcett writes fantasy stories that usually involve dragons and other fantastical creatures.
As both a New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller, her books are beloved and have been translated into more than twenty languages across the world.
28 Books Like the Hunger Games
When the very first Hunger Games book published in 2008, I doubt that Suzanne Collins expected it to become the worldwide phenomenon that it is today.
The original books have sold millions of copies, and although the trilogy was completed in 2012, the popularity of these stories has endured. Recent years have seen additional books published in the series, including prequels The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and Sunrise on the Reaping. A stage show even launched in London in 2025, which has been enormously popular.
Jennifer Iacopelli Books in Order
Author of several swoonworthy sports romance novels, Jennifer Iacopelli’s compelling stories feature young women with big dreams, across a variety of sports.
Her standalone YA novel, Finding Her Edge, was recently adapted into a TV series for Netflix, in a story that features fake dating, betrayal, and a heavy family legacy.
Jennifer lives in New York where she also works as a librarian, alongside writing books. She also occasionally authors contemporary romance novels for adults under the pen name Jennifer Hennessey.
Satoshi Yagisawa Books in Order
A Japanese writer who’s books have been translated into several languages across the world, Satoshi Yagisawa’s whimsical slice of life stories have been well received in the UK.
Yagisawa’s first two books about the Morisaki Bookshop are based on the Jimbocho region of Tokyo, which is known for its abundance of bookshops covering all types and specialities. His debut novel, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, is critically acclaimed and won the Chiyoda Literature Prize in 2009.
Rachel Reid Books in Order
Best known for her spicy ice hockey romance series, Heated Rivalry, Rachel Reid is a Canadian writer based in Nova Scotia.
With a total of nine books to her name, including two standalone novels, Rachel’s bestselling series was adapted into a hugely popular TV show in 2025. Directed under the watchful eye of Jacob Tierney, Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Sturrie star as Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, who share a secret romance while playing for opposing hockey teams.
Authors Like Emily Henry
After publishing her first romance book in 2020, Emily Henry quickly became a literary superstar. Since then her books have been translated into more than 40 languages and sold over 10 million copies around the world.
It’s easy to see why her books have been so popular. Henry blends feel good romance with deeper topics; each of her books providing food for thought with a happy ending.
Rebecca Thorne Books in Order (2025)
Sarah Hawley Books in Order (2026)
Here are all of Sarah Hawley’s Books in order, separated by series.
Bestselling author of the Glimmer Falls series, Sarah Hawley is known for her whimsical love stories with a fantastical twist.
Outside of writing, Sarah has a master’s degree in archeology, and has excavated at a number of interesting locations including an Inca site in Chile and a Bronze Age palace in Turkey.
Lyla Sage Books in Order (2025)
Here is everything you need to know about Lyla Sage’s books.
As a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic, Lyla Sage published her first book, Done and Dusted, in 2023. This series is known for its stunning Wild West themed covers, making the perfect read for fans of cowboy romance.
Mazey Eddings Books in Order (2025)
Based in North Carolina, Mazey Eddings is a bestselling romance author who originally began her working life as a dentist. In fact, her first published book features a romance between two dental students!
As well as writing a number of books for adults, Mazey has also written one book for young adults, Tilly in Technicolor.
Sangu Mandanna Books in Order
Here’s everything you need to know about Sangu Mandanna.
I first came across Sangu Mandanna when I heard about The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, which was her first book for adults. This charming story was hugely popular on social media, and has since been followed up with a sequel.
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez - Synopsis and Review
Alicia Thompson Books in Order (2025)
Romance novelist Alicia Thompson is based in Florida and published her first book, Love in the Time of Serial Killers, in 2022. Since then she’s had a book out each year - her latest being Never Been Shipped, which I absolutely loved.
Here are all of her books in publication order.
Lauren Graham Books in Order
Best known for playing the role of Lorelei in Gilmore Girls, Lauren Graham has also written a number of books.
Spanning both fiction and non-fiction, several of these are ideal for fans of the show who want to know more about the actress behind Lorelei Gilmore. One book even includes extracts from the diary that Graham wrote while filming Gilmore Girls!
Julia Donaldson Books in Order - a Complete Guide
Best known for her multi-award winning story, The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson is a superstar in the world of children’s literature.
Now with more than 150 books to her name, Julia has worked with a variety of talented illustrators including Axel Scheffler, who illustrated The Gruffalo. Other collaborators include Nick Sharatt, Lydia Monks and David Roberts.
Interview with Bijal Shah, Author of Bibliotherapy
I speak to counsellor and bibliotherapist Bijal Shah about her fantastic book, Bibliotherapy: The Healing Power of Reading.
Welcome to the Viking Skaga - one of Viking Cruises’ noble river ships. She takes her name from an ancient Norse myth, where the Valkyrie Skaga rode into battle and escorted the dead to Valhalla, before preparing them to fight in the epic battle of Ragnarok.
A relatively new ship, the Viking Skaga only entered the fleet in 2020. At just 410 feet and carrying 168 guests and 48 crew, she was built specifically to sail down the Seine in France, although the specific itinerary will vary depending on the time of year. I was fortunate enough to join the ship for her week long Christmas on the Seine cruise, which starts and ends in Paris, calling at Vernon, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen, Honflour (via an excursion) and Les Andelys along the way.