Hi, there! My name is Kaya (kai-yuh) and I am the brains behind this operation!
Since 2009, the internet has been a haven to express my love for reading, writing, and the many many fandoms I belong to. Whether it was talking about SuperWhoLock on Tumblr, reading Bucky Barnes fanfiction on Wattpad, or making cringe One Direction videos on Youtube – I used the internet space to find communities that welcomed me with open arms. Now, as a twenty-seven-year-old teenager, I am rediscovering my hobbies and finding solace in helping others realize that just because they are older, doesn’t mean they have to neglect their hobbies.
I’ve always been an avid reader, but it wasn’t until my pregnancy in 2022 that I started really reading the books I enjoyed. Growing up, I loved reading the Percy Jackson series and any Young Adult book that became a movie so when I grew out of the Young Adult reader phase, I felt stuck when it came to what to read – that is until I found the lovely world of romance novels. Of course, I had read romance novels before, but they all carried similar themes of coming of age and high-school love. Little did I know, I was longing for stories with realistic storylines, darker themes, and, um, dragons.
Some of my recent favorites are:
- Fourth Wing (The Empyrean Series) by Rebecca Yarros
- Spiral by Bal Khabra
- The Rebel Blue Ranch Series by Lyla Sage
What to expect?
On Read With Kaya, not only can you find engaging and informative posts about books and reading, but you can also find posts relating to beauty, self-care, and wellness. I am in no way, shape or form an expert, but someone who appreciates the simple things in life that make me happy and wants to share that with others!
I hope to see more of you soon!