Hi I’m Dearna. I read, a lot, and write, sometimes. This blog is an extension of my Bookstagram and BookTok accounts; @wordsoftheroses. It’s a place for me to collect my thoughts about books I’ve been readings, to keep my reviews and other bookish content.

WHAT DO I READ?

I’m not too picky when it comes to books, anything that sounds intriguing I will pick up. However I do have some well-loved genres which you will see a lot of if you delve into the rest of the blog. These include: Romance, Historical Fiction, YA, Retellings, Fantasy and Classics, with a little Poetry.

WHO IS DEARNA?

I am a Melbourne writer, student, book nerd, music lover and history fanatic.

I’m a graduate of RMIT University’s Professional Writing and Editing degree. The course has really helped to expand my reading habits and is mostly to blame for this blog.

Because I can’t seem to get enough of studying and never want to get rid of my study loans, I am currently studying to be a Librarian — which I think will be my mega evolution.

Have a browse, read something if you’d like and comment on posts so we can discuss some awesome books