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The BEST Middle-Grade Novels!
Hi, my name is Kelly and I am a 45 year old mother of 3 who LOVES Middle-Grade novels! Listen, I know what you’re thinking…aren’t Middle Grade books for kids? Well…technically, yes…but I personally think that they are perfect for readers of all ages. They are such an under-represented group on Bookstagram, BookTok, and Booktube…but I am here to tell you they are fabulous and you should totally add some to your TBR! My bookshelf is absolutely FULL of MG titles but I want to share 5 of my absolute favorites. If someone were to ask me what the BEST Middle-Grade novels are…these would be my top picks! Are you…
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Listen for the Lie- A Five Star Read!
Well I just started my bookish year off with a bang. The first read of the year and I already have my first Five-Star book. This was an eaaaasy Five-Stars for me. Didn’t even have to pause and think about it. I haven’t been this gripped with a story in so long. If you are a lover of fast-paced and twisty thrillers that will keep you guessing until the very end then definitely add Listen for the Lie to your March 2024 TBR! Sending an enormous thank you to Celadon Books for sending me an ARC of this amazing book. I can’t wait to tell you all about it. Let’s…
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My Top 10 Books of 2023
Happy 2024, everyone!! Somehow another year has completely flown by and here we are…at the start of a new one! I am so excited to see what the new year brings…and I have some new reading goals and some incredible books to look forward to this year…but I will save that for another post! Today I want to talk all about my favorite books of 2023! It was an fantastic reading year for me. I set a goal to read 100 books and I actually managed to reach my goal this year and surpass it slightly with 108 books read! With 108 books it feels almost impossible to narrow down…
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The Great Weather Diviner: The Untold Origin of Punxsatawney Phil- Book Review
I absolutely love books that spark conversation. Books that will not only engage young readers, but also educate them and make them think. The Great Weather Diviner: The Untold Origin of Punxsatawney Phil does exactly that…and it does it so well. Not only is this book a new take on the legend of Punxsatawney Phil, but it is an epic adventure story, it is a story of community, it is about the power we each have within us to bring forth change, and it is a dedicated story about being environmentally conscious. Let’s chat! The Great Weather Diviner: The Untold Origin of Punxsatawney Phil I wanted to start off by…
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The Curse of Penryth Hall Book Review- Gothic Mystery at it’s Finest
Oh how I love a book with Gothic vibes. I don’t know what it is…maybe it is the extra atmosphere that comes along with them…or the spooky, haunting, mysterious factor…but I just can’t get enough. Throw a good mystery into the mix and I am all in. The Curse of Penryth Hall (publishing 12/5/23) is absolutely a Gothic Mystery at it’s finest. I loved this book and can’t wait to share a sneak peek with you! Let’s chat! The Curse of Penryth Hall The minute I saw the cover for this book and read the synopsis I knew I needed to get my hands on a copy. I am so…
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October Book of the Month Unboxing
Happy October, my friends!! It is time for another Book of the Month Unboxing! The choices this month were *chefs kiss*…so naturally…I overdid and ordered 4. Ain’t no shame in my hoarding game…OK, maybe a little shame…but I had free book credits…so…it’s Ok, right?? Anyway…the choices were amazing and I can’t wait to share what I chose! Did you choose any of the same books this month? Let’s chat! When I’m Dead by Hannah Morrissey We are going to start with the super dark and murdery books I chose this month. The first of those is When I’m Dead by Hannah Morrissey. I know absolutely zero about this book. I…
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Book Outlet- My Favorite Discount Book Site!
I love buying books. It is my guilty pleasure. I don’t buy a lot of clothes…or purses…or shoes. But books? I just can’t stop. I would definitely classify myself as both a reader of books and an OWNER of books. They are two completely separate hobbies and I love them both. But…books are expensive! So, one of my fave ways to score books at a super discounted rate is through Book Outlet. Book Outlet is my go-to for great quality books at super low prices! Have you ever tried them out? Let’s chat! The Scoop on Book Outlet I discovered Book Outlet just over 3 years ago. A fellow bookstagrammer…
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September Book of the Month Unboxing!
Happy September, my friends!! I have just received my Book of the Month box…and she’s a big one…like almost embarrassingly large. But…I had some free credits so I am not going to feel too bad…right? I am so excited about my choices…and I can’t wait to share them with you. Let me know if you have read any of these or if any of them are on your radar!! As always you can give Book of the Month a try with my link and snag your first book for $5! Ok, let’s Unbox this behemoth of a September Book of the Month box, shall we?? The Stranger Upstairs by Lisa…
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At the Coffee Shop of Curiosities is Magical Realism at it’s Finest
I didn’t stop smiling the entire time I listened to this book. No exaggeration…just non-stop smiling from cover to beautiful cover. At the Coffee Shop of Curiosities is Magical Realism at it’s finest and I loved every single page. If you are a fan of magical realism, small town stories, and found family…keep on reading. Let’s chat! At The Coffee Shop of Curiosities Sending a huge thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for sending me a copy of the audio book for review. As always, all opinions are my own! Welcome to the small seaside town of Driftwood, Alabama. This is the story of Ava Harrison. A young woman…
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Practice Makes Perfect is Perfection
Apparently my whole “I don’t read romance novels” shtick is about to go out the window. Because, as it turns out, I do. I read them…and…I like them. Ok, probably not ALL of them…and if they are super cheesy or eye-rolly with Fabio on the cover I will still take a pass…BUT…books like Practice Makes Perfect? Yeah, I can get on board with romance novels like this. I absolutely adored this book. Practice Makes Perfect was perfection from beginning to end. Let’s chat! Practice Makes Perfect Ok, so, I didn’t pick this book out by myself. It was included in a subscription box that I received from the amazing folks…
