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Book Review: The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan
I loved absolutely everything about The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan (thank you Netgalley and Random House for the eARC). It’s out today, and I encourage all historical fiction readers and book lovers to get their hands on a copy of this five star read. I’m jealous of everyone who gets to read it for… Continue reading
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Book Review: Lady Codebreaker by K.D. Alden
Thank you so much to Netgalley and Read Forever Publishing for the chance to read Lady Codebreaker by K.D. Alden. This book was absolutely amazing. While a work of historical fiction, the story is based on Grace Smith, the woman from a small town in Indiana who developed and used her codebreaking skills to bring… Continue reading
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Virtual Book Tour & Book Review: The Wilderness Trap (Southwest Exposure Mysteries) by Jodi Linton
Welcome to my stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour for The Wilderness Trap (Southwest Exposure Mysteries) by Jodi Linton! Today we are featuring a review of book five in this mystery series. Stop by each blog on the tour for interviews, guest posts, spotlights, reviews, and more! It’s a great way to add… Continue reading
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The Sunday Salon: Sunday March 10, 2024
Happy Sunday! Deb Nance at Readerbuzz hosts The Sunday Salon, and I’m joining in! Weekly Reads Round Up: Sunday March 3, 2024 – Saturday March 9, 2024 I post reviews on Instagram and Goodreads. What have you read this week? DM Me For Murder A Trending Topic Mystery by Sarah E. Burr (I read an… Continue reading
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Sunday Salon, Top Ten Tuesday and Can’t Wait Wednesday All Together: A Catch Up Post
I got pulled in other directions over the weekend and the last two days so I thought I’d write one big catch up post, with snippets from a Sunday Salon, a Top Ten Tuesday and Can’t Wait Wednesday. We do what we can do, right? Weekly Reads Round Up: Sunday February 25, 2024 – Saturday… Continue reading
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Virtual Book Tour & Book Review: Double Scoop of Murder (Coffee & Cream Café Mysteries) by Lena Gregory
Welcome to my stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour for Double Scoop of Murder (Coffee & Cream Café Mysteries) by Lena Gregory! Today we are featuring a review of the third and newest entry into this cozy mystery series. Stop by each blog on the tour for interviews, guest posts, spotlights, reviews, and… Continue reading
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February 2024 5 Star Reads
Here are three books I gave 5 stars in the month of February 2024. What have you read and enjoyed lately? Things to Look Forward To: 52 Large and Small Joys for Today and Every Day by Sophia Blackall – Blackall presents 52 illustrated ideas of big and little things that can bring us joy… Continue reading
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Book Blogger Hop – March 1st – 7th 2024
Question: What was your gateway book—the book that made you want to read more—into reading or into a specific genre? (submitted by Meezan @ Caboodle of Cozie) Answer: I struggled with reading through third grade. I remember lots of my third grade friends turning in book reports on chapter books and I was still struggling… Continue reading
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Can’t-Wait Wednesday Selection #6 February 28, 2024
Here’s my Can’t-Wait Wednesday Selection #6 (on a Thursday): The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie Publishes: April 2, 2024 by Sourcebooks for Young Readers Length: 256 pages Genre: Middle Grade Mystery Why I’m Excited I adore middle grade mystery–it’s one of my favorite genres to read and I’m always on the hunt for something… Continue reading
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Top Ten Tuesday (On a Wednesday) February 27: Covers/Titles with Things Found in Nature
This week’s Top Ten Tuesday (on a Wednesday) is submitted by Jessica @ a GREAT read and features covers/titles with things like trees, flowers, animals, forests, bodies of water, etc. on/in them. To compile this list, I looked at more recent reads and it’s clear I was more wintry lately as several feature snow. I’d… Continue reading
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About Me
Welcome! I started my career as a children’s librarian, later becoming a public library director and now I’m a stay at home mom. While my career might have changed, my love of reading has been a constant since I was in 4th grade, and I read over 200 books a year. I love talking about books and connecting readers of all ages with just the right book. Thanks for reading!
Recent Posts
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