Some of you are doing the US States reading challenge with me this year, but I know several of you are reading around the world with a different book from a different country each week. I was amazed to find out that many authors and books from this country were censored by the government and … Continue reading South African Literature
The last time Addie saw Dylan was as he was leaving their flat after their argument. That was months ago, but now, here they are, on the side of the road, staring at their respective cars after a crash. They knew they might run into each other this week at their friends’ wedding, but not … Continue reading The Road Trip
When I was a little girl, we used to take road trips 2-3 times a year to see family and so my dad could play in golf tournaments around the state. Some of my favorite memories are of playing road trip games and reading in the backseat on the way there and back. What are … Continue reading This Week: July 14th
Arthur Fonzarelli was an icon for my generation and the one before. The character on the Happy Days TV show made being cool synonymous with a leather jacket, perfectly styled hair, and a mischievous background. The man behind that character never felt like he fit that bill. In his autobiography Being Henry, Henry Winkler explores … Continue reading Being Henry
An immigrant family tries to make a place for themselves in the American desert. An American family is torn apart by scandal. Two American soldiers battle demons inside themselves after their time at war. A little boy experiences tremendous loss. One act brings them all together to try to right a wrong and make up … Continue reading We Are Called to Rise
There have been so many great new releases in 2024, and the second half of the year looks to be no different! So many of these upcoming books are sequels to our favorite reads so far this year. What will you be picking up? Fantasy: Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune Releasing September 10th … Continue reading Upcoming New Releases
Jem is a long way from home both literally and figuratively. She and her husband moved to New York City for his job. Instead of running her catering business or having tea with her friends back home in England, Jem is suddenly thrust into the work of art gallery premieres, product release parties, and…a Hamptons … Continue reading The Pool House
Do like to spend time around the water? I love to swim, but this heat has even made that tough! When we go on vacation in a few weeks, we'll be headed north to a place with a pool....and cooler temps - I can't wait! This week, I'm inviting you to meet me at the … Continue reading This Week: July 7th
Thank you NetGalley and Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Logan has dreaded this day – his return to his hometown and the minor league team after an injury and a few bad news cycles. Sitting through introductions to the team coaches and front office … Continue reading Just Don’t Fall
What’s better than your first crush moving back to town? Figuring out how to get him to take you to the senior prom! That’s exactly what Liz Buxbaum wants to do. Michael, her first love, is back in town and interested in another girl, so Liz enlists the help of her next-door nemesis Wes to … Continue reading Better Than the Movies
