2 posts published by Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense during October 2025| A Kernel of Nonsense
This is my final Talk Chisme to Me post for Latinx Heritage Month. Thank you so much for sticking around. I hope I was able to introduce you to some new authors and books. This post is all about upcoming releases by Latine authors in 2026. I must admit that I have not been very … Continue reading Talk Chisme to Me: 2026 Latine-Authored Books to Be Excited About| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Books I Wish I Could Read Again for the First Time.” These are the books that altered something in my psyche. Probably made me cry at some point. They … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Wish I Could Read Again for the First Time| A Kernel of Nonsense
It’s Latinx Heritage Month and it’s October which means this when I am the most powerful. Over the past few years I’ve fallen more and more in love with horror novels and in the past couple of years I’ve been exploring horror specifically written by Latin-American authors. I’ve come across some of the most provocative … Continue reading Talk Chisme to Me/October Fright: Latin-American Horror Recommendations| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Satisfying Book Series.” I am notorious for not continuing or finishing series in a timely manner. If I am not pushed, I will put them off. Doesn’t matter how … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Book Series I Would Like to Continue/Finish| A Kernel of Nonsense
Latine people are much more diverse then what mainstream media would have you believe. As much as Latine people struggle to be represented in the book world specifically, there are marginalized groups within who are often dismissed and even more underrepresented. Afro-Latinx people are rarely given a seat at the table and are often erased … Continue reading Talk Chisme to Me: Afro-Latinx YA Authors I’ve Read and Enjoyed| A Kernel of Nonsense
Horror movies are my first love when it comes to the genre. I’ve always been someone who loved watching scary movies, even when I was far too young and had no business doing so. I’ve been watching a lot of horror movies this year, but love saving a few just for October. Many of these … Continue reading October Fright: The Wicked & Worrisome Watchlist| A Kernel of Nonsense
Why did I let out such a contented sigh while typing the title of this post? October is my favorite month of the year because of Halloween. I love horror season so much. I love horror movies. I lov…| A Kernel of Nonsense
2 posts published by Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense during September 2025| A Kernel of Nonsense
I had a solid September. I wasn’t the most productive when it came to reading this month, but I’ve been posting pretty consistently both here and on Instagram for Latinx Heritage Month. We are halfway through LHM and since October is also starting, expect to see more spooky posts as well as one that marries … Continue reading Monthly Wrap-Up: September ’25| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Book Covers that Give off Fall Vibes.” Fall is leaves changing color and pumpkins, so naturally I am showcasing orange book covers. Unfortunately for me, where I live, trees … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Book Covers with Fall Vibes| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Books on My Fall 2025 to-Read List.” I already shared a TBR list for Latinx Heritage Month(find it here) and have one prepared for October, so instead of repeating … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: 2025 Fall Releases I’m Excited For| A Kernel of Nonsense
This week’s Talk Chisme to Me post is all about my favorite reads from this past year. I always include books I read last Latinx Heritage Month as well, so this was a really hard list to narr…| A Kernel of Nonsense
Latinx Heritage Month is here! From September 15 to October 15 I will be reading books by Latine authors as well as sharing posts that aim to uplift these writers and their work. October will also …| A Kernel of Nonsense
2 posts published by Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense during August 2025| A Kernel of Nonsense
Title: Bunny Author: Mona Awad Series: Bunny, #1 Pages: 305 Publisher: Penguin Books Release Date: June 9, 2020 TW: suicide ideation, animal death “‘We were just these innocent girls in…| A Kernel of Nonsense
2 posts published by Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense during July 2025| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Beach/Beachy Reads.” When I …| A Kernel of Nonsense
2 posts published by Alicia @ A Kernel of Nonsense during March 2024| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Bookish Goals for 2…| A Kernel of Nonsense
Cozy fantasy is quickly gaining popularity. If you enjoy fantasy, but are looking for something with small stakes, cozy fantasy might be the genre for you. As a fan of high fantasy, I still find my…| A Kernel of Nonsense
Top Ten Tuesday is an original blog meme created by The Broke and the Bookish and is currently being hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week’s topic is “Movies/TV Shows That Would Have Ma…| A Kernel of Nonsense