💙📚 This isn’t an easy read—but it is an honest one.
Life and How to Live It: Begin the Begin explores trauma, resilience, and the quiet strength it takes to keep moving forward.
A thoughtful, reflective nonfiction read.
A ghost rain. A city lost to illusion. One mind still clear.
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Rübezahl by M. Laszlo is dark, philosophical fantasy at its best.
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Some stories don’t begin until we return home.
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Home Is Where Our Story Begins is an emotionally layered story about family, memory, & the long path toward healing—paired with a guest post on forgiveness & making peace with the past.
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💙📚If you enjoy classic detective stories with a modern edge, Edwin Steelside: Searching Out the Devil offers four, layered mysteries and a steady, thoughtful investigator.
Read my full review + enter the giveaway:
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True crime is everywhere—but this one does something different.
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Delaware Behaving Badly looks beyond the crime itself to explore what happens after—the patterns, consequences, and systems behind it.
Full review:
A fun way to turn reading into an adventure 👀
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The My Friends and I Spot series blends storytelling with search-and-find challenges—perfect for curious kids who love exploring every detail.
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Some stories stay with you because of their honesty.
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;IGY6 by Dean Sali is a deeply personal memoir about PTSD, healing, and the courage to ask for help.
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I just reviewed Throwing the Hammer by Gary J. Kirchner. If you enjoy funny, character-driven fiction with school chaos, quirky personalities, and a thoughtful core, this one is worth a look.
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✨ Friday Finds is live! 💙📚
Cozy reads, a magical reading nook idea, and a simple creative reset you can try in 10 minutes. And let's meet the April 17th Indie Author of the Week, Missy Tarantino.
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#FridayFinds #CozyReads #ReadingNooks #Bookmarks #LibraryRugs
What if soul collection worked like a corporate job?
💙📚 Soul Fraud by Andrew Givler blends demons, dark humor, & a surprisingly structured version of Hell into a story that’s as clever as it is entertaining.
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#BookReview #IndieBooks #Fantasy @BBNYA.bsky.social
Some children’s books entertain… others open the door to conversation.
💙📚 Zog’s Big Question by Adam Rice is a thoughtful, curiosity-driven story that explores science, belief, and big questions in a gentle, discussion-friendly way.
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Looking for thoughtful Mother's Day gifts for a book lover?
💙📚 These cozy, meaningful ideas are perfect for quiet moments 💛
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If you’re looking for a beautiful bilingual picture book for young readers, Wonder in the Garden by Talia Aikens-Nunez is a lovely choice.
It celebrates family, language, & the joy of discovering the world right outside your door. 💙📚
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💙📚 A powerful and deeply personal memoir, House of Cards by Phillippa Mann explores survival, healing, and truth after a childhood shaped by Munchausen by Proxy.
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Firefighter Fox by Jessica D Adams is a sweet and simple children’s story about community helpers, gratitude, and teamwork. 🦊🚒
💙📚Perfect for early readers and storytime.
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💙📚This week’s Friday Finds is all about second chances—cozy reads, a thoughtful indie author spotlight, and small ways to refresh your reading life. 💕
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#BookBlog #FridayFinds #CozyReads #IndieAuthors
A cozy Christmas romance with small-town charm, second chances, and a gentle slow-burn connection 💙📚
Bella’s Countryside Christmas by Claire Huston is such a comforting read.
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Some books don’t just get read—they get talked about. 💙📚
Word Up by Raven Howell is a thoughtful children’s picture book about the power of words, kindness, and emotional awareness.
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Dinos Love Donuts by Ben Okon is such a fun dinosaur picture book for kids 🦖🍩
💙📚 Playful rhymes, colorful illustrations, and a sweet message about facing fears.
I just refreshed this review ✨
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What if your first love was the right one all along?
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Words for Patty Jo is a deeply emotional story of love, loss, and second chances later in life.
My full review:
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#BookReview #WomensFiction #BookLovers @goddessfish.bsky.social
There’s something special about the little things that make reading feel like a moment, not just a habit. 💙📚
I shared a Cozy Reader Gift Guide with simple, thoughtful ideas for book lovers—perfect for creating a calm, cozy space to unwind.
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#Bookish #CozyReads
✨ This week’s #FridayFinds is all about cozy, intentional living 📚💙
✔️ A beautiful Ex Libris stamp
✔️ Unplugged family time idea
✔️ Handmade bookmark
✔️ Easy Mediterranean snack plate
Come see what stood out 👇
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And meet the latest Indie Author of the Week!
What if you could go back and fix the moment that changed everything?
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I'll Be Seeing You by JanaRichards.bsky.social is a heartfelt time-travel romance set during WWII, exploring love, trust, and second chances—with a touch of the divine.
Read my full review:
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💙📚 A quiet, powerful story that lingers long after the final page 🌙🌲
Mancala Moon blends literary fiction with magical realism to explore grief, legacy, and healing.
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A gentle reminder that communication begins long before the words come clearly/. 💙📚
Tiggy Diggy Wiggy Diggy is a warm, reassuring picture book about early language development and connection.
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💙📚 If you enjoy YA fantasy with dragons and strong themes, the Oracles of Fire finale is worth a look.
Books 4–5 by Bryan Davis bring the series to an epic close.
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💙📚 A Regency world—with dragons? Yes please.
Miss Bennet's Dragon by M Verant reimagines a familiar story with magic, romance, and hidden secrets. It’s a BBNYA 2025 Finalist and such a fun concept.
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#BookSky #FantasyBooks #BBNYA @mverant.com @AustenRetelling
What happens after the fairy tale ends?
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Fablenoir by Vic Sinclair drops familiar characters into a dark, magick-filled New York where corruption runs deep and nothing stays simple.
Full of twisted fairy tales, noir vibes, and morally complex characters
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💙📚 It's Friday Finds Time!
This week:
✨ Indie book recommendations
✨ A wonderful children's author spotlight
✨ Cozy extras to celebrate your week
What deserves a little victory dance this week? 💃
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A quiet but important kind of story today 📚💙
I’m featuring Marie Malone and the work happening behind the scenes at the library—something we don’t always think about, but absolutely benefit from.
Take a look:
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#ChrismanPublicLibrary #MarieMalone #LibraryLove