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Mid-Summer Feelings and Reading Update
As a teen, the writer loved summer for relaxation and fun activities. As an adult, they find it challenging due to the heat and work commute but still enjoy reading. They've set a goal of 52 books for the year, currently at 32, and are enjoying "The Gunslinger" after multiple attempts.
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Book Review: The Body in the Bookstore by Ellie Alexander
When bookseller Annie Murray organizes a mystery-themed book festival to save her bookstore, she discovers a body behind the shelves. With the help of friends and her criminology professor-turned-detective, Annie unravels clues amidst growing suspects. Full of quirky characters and small-town charm, this cozy crime novel keeps readers guessing.
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Sick Day and Cozy Reading
My body and I have been battling one another to see who is stronger, and I’m honestly so tired of being continuously sick with one thing or another. Right now I’m fighting through yet another ear infection, and being extremely grateful for the existence of audio books. There’s nothing like being able to close your eyes and just rest while still hearing a story. Especially since, up until yesterday, reading a regular book was just not on the table. Haha. Thank goodness for amazing narrators. All of this made me stop to think about how important cozy reading is in…
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Book Review: The No-Girlfriend Rule by Christen Randall
Julie Murphy meets Casey McQuiston in this unforgettable queer romance about a teen girl whose foray into fantasy tabletop roleplaying brings her new confidence, true friends, and a shot at real, swoon-worthy love. Hollis Beckwith isn’t trying to get a girl—she’s just trying to get by. For a fat, broke girl with anxiety, the start of senior year brings enough to worry about. And besides, she already has a Chris. Their relationship isn’t particularly exciting, but it’s comfortable and familiar, and Hollis wants it to survive beyond senior year. To prove she’s a girlfriend worth keeping, Hollis decides to learn…
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The Remnants of a Long Weekend
I’m still baffled as to how it can be a long weekend, and I still come back to work on Tuesday the same level of tired as always hahaha. As I have said many a time today, it is the Mondayest Tuesday that there ever was. I’m sitting at my work desk and trying my best not to blink too long, and accidentally take a nap. I might have to give in an get some caffeine soon, even though I’ve been trying my best not to drink as much. It seems it’ll be a necessity today. Anyway I just wanted…
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Book Blitz and Giveaway: Toasted by Isobel Reed
Happy hump day friends! I have an exciting new treat for you today, and I do mean a sexy fireman story to check out, *wink wink*. Check out this new series by Isobel Reed called Love Burns. “You okay, ma’am? Neighbor reported he heard screaming.” Oh sh**. “Oh, yeah. There was screaming. I mean, yes, I did scream. But it was more like a release, y’know? Like, when you’re having a really sh**ty day and you scream into a pillow. It was kinda like that.” For the love of God, stop talking. “Anyway, yeah, I’m fine. All good. Hunky-dory.” Hunky-dory?…
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Book Review: The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson
In Daretana’s most opulent mansion, a high Imperial officer lies dead—killed, to all appearances, when a tree spontaneously erupted from his body. Even in this canton at the borders of the Empire, where contagions abound and the blood of the Leviathans works strange magical changes, it’s a death at once terrifying and impossible. Called in to investigate this mystery is Ana Dolabra, an investigator whose reputation for brilliance is matched only by her eccentricities. At her side is her new assistant, Dinios Kol. Din is an engraver, magically altered to possess a perfect memory. His job is to observe and…
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A Bit of Sunshine and Updates
Oh wow, it’s been so long since I’ve been on here that WordPress has updated multiple times and everything feels so new and shiny. I have to say, the all in one aspect of the backend of this is pretty impressive. I know you all can’t see it, but man existing in the internet world is hard these days. And so having all the SEO options, and metatags, etc. etc. in one space is pretty darn cool. This makes me a giddy little blogger. I fully admit it. Anyway I’m here to tell you that, although I am not anywhere…
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Book Blitz and Giveaway: Invocation by Aileen Erin
Happy Saturday my lovelies! Today I have a new series for you to get addicted to. Whether you’re stuck inside because of a snowstorm this weekend (helllllllllloooooo Minnesotans!) or need a book to enjoy the spring weather, this one is sure to keep you entertained. InvocationAileen Erin(Days of Iron and Clay, #1)Publication date: March 19th 2024Genres: Paranormal, Romance, Young Adult From USA Today Bestselling Author Aileen Erin comes an all-new action-packed, romance-filled paranormal series. There are three things I know without question. One: demons are real. Two: humans make awful mistakes that get them in demonic trouble more often than…
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Book Blitz and Giveaway: The Secret of Sweet Treats Kingdom by Kim Davis
Happy hump day friends! Two posts in one week, what IS this madness?!? I saw this adorable cover and I couldn’t resist sharing this new middle grade adventure book with you. Board games are my jam, I’ve even gotten my kiddos to love them too. I love that this series will be based on different kids games. Check it out! The Secret of Sweet Treats KingdomKim Davis(The Board Game Chronicles, #1)Publication date: January 30th 2024Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Middle-Grade Book includes a fun recipe for kids! Amber Addison is fed up with her kindergartener sister. It’s Ava’s fault she’s missing her…
