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Aashna Avachat

Aashna Avachat is an author and public defense lawyer from California. She has also worked in publishing since 2020, including at Neighborhood Literary and Andrea Brown Literary Agency, and is the author of Love Craves Cardamom and Mischief Girls. She is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, and Harvard Law School. When she’s not working, she’s probably reading on a sunny patch of grass, going on long walks to grocery stores, or being cozy with one of her many foster cats.
Mischief Girls
Love Craves Cardamom

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Mischief Girls
Love Craves Cardamom

20 Reads To Accompany Your Valentine’s Day

Countless chocolates, roses, and too many dinner reservations to even think about… It’s the day before Valentine’s Day, and we’re here to offer all the more romance, with a hint of humor. This time around, we’re giving love to our under-the-radar picks, plus Ali Hazelwood’s newest release. Find some of our favorite swoon-worthy rom-coms and

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Grab Your Sunscreen & Your New Favorite Beach Read 🏖️

A beach trip is the perfect time to dive headfirst into a new book, and with us, there’s no shortage of excellent choices to keep you entertained under the sun. Whether you prefer thrilling mysteries, heartwarming romances, or enchanting fantasy tales, there’s something for everyone. From the suspenseful twists of a gripping detective novel to

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