Take A Break From Everything And Check Out These Cool Things

Animals that sing, pizza potatoes, beer subscriptions, and more.

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1. Watch The Last Kingdom.

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I recently binged the shit out of this underrated Netflix epic. Based on the book by prolific British novelist Bernard Cornwell, The Last Kingdom follows Uhtred, a Saxon-born warrior raised by Vikings on a quest to regain his English land and avenge his adoptive father. It's perfect if you're a GOT or Outlander fan going through a dry-spell, and it's only eight episodes so you can polish the whole thing off in a weekend. (Be warned, the leading man has nearly unbearable hero-with-a-hot-head complex, but it's still good fun and the supporting cast more than make up.)

Watch it on Netflix.

If you'd like something a bit less violent, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is back with a new season a new theme song, also on Netflix UK.

2. Read Saving Grace by Grace Wilson.

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Ailbhe reccomends this one in her weekly self-care tips: "If you've ever felt a bit lost, or like all your friends are doing better than you, then read Saving Grace by Grace Wilson. This short graphic novel tells the tale of four twenty-something friends, with plenty of familiar real-life details (like the cans of red stripe in the background of a grubby kitchen). It's a quick read and the illustrations are so bright and detailed that it rewards a re-read the next day."

If that doesn't appeal, I'm diving back into the Harry Potter books this week for some much needed comfort and a reminder to keep fighting for good.

3. Listen to this playlist with serious November vibes.

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For an excellent not-quite-autumn-not-quite-winter soundtrack, look no further than this expertly curated list. There's something for everyone, so you're bound to find a new jam or two to get you through the cold.

In other news, The Shins recently released their first single since 2012 and I for one couldn't be happier.

4. Play Level With Me.

This adorable game will keep you busy on commutes and is insanely addicting. It's simple enough: beat mini games to keep your surface level in the face of heavy bowling balls, dynamite, zombies, and more.

Get it for iOS and Android.

Or check out Plants vs Zombies: Heroes.

5. Cook this pepperoni pizza potato bake.

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Get some winter warmth x 10 with this cosy and delicious mash up of two of your faves: pizza and potato.

Recipe here.

If you fancy dessert, how about these adorable mini Victoria sponge cakes?

6. Try out this excellent craft beer subscription.

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12 weeks, 12 beers, £36. If that sounds too good to be true, pinch yourself and think again. The delightful beer subscription service delivers 12 craft beers at once, to be enjoyed on a 12 week basis - stay accountable by keeping up with BeerBod's guiding social accounts.

Subscribe here.

For a less boozy subscription, check out the London Tea Club.

7. Follow @HitsAnimales on Twitter

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Animals. Performing covers of your favourite (maybe) songs. What more is there to life than this? H/t to Alan for the suggestion.

Follow @HitsAnimales here.

Or follow @smrtgrls for a dose of hope.

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