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Book Blast 16

Books with generation spanning plots

Just a quick collection of books for you this week, each with plots that span generations. All of these fiction reads transport us back to the past and then draw us forward again into the present, weaving a story along the way. This is one of my favorite writing techniques since it keeps the pages turning! Each title in… Read More

Book Blast 15

MORE beach reads for summer vacation

There are too many good books out there this summer, so I decided to update the blog with another Book Blast of titles that are perfect for the beach. What makes a good beach read? In my opinion, it needs to be light enough to take frequent breaks, but interesting enough to allow a little escapism. It needs to… Read More

Reading Review No.7

"City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert

I gave City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert 5/5 stars on Goodreads. I took a break from my typical mystery to experience 1940s New York City through the eyes of young of Vivian Morris. The story is told from her point of view, as she recounts her life story. After flunking out of Vassar, her parents ship her off… Read More

Book Blast 14

My selections for our next book club

Every once in a while it’s my turn to suggest books for our neighborhood book club to read. I love hunting for that next great title, digging around on Goodreads and reading Amazon reviews. Typically we choose new releases that are appealing across the many preferred tastes in the group. I made sure to include a few genres and some… Read More

Book Blast 13

Summer books for the beach, pool or patio

Beach reads are here! Since we officially launch summer this weekend, I thought it would be the perfect time to post about books we can all enjoy by the beach, pool or patio. Some of these titles I have been anticipating for a while, like The Golden Hour by Beatriz Williams and The Chelsea Girls by Fiona Davis. These two… Read More

Book Blast 12

Coffee Table Books

I love to accessorize with coffee table books. I have them stacked on my family room coffee table, end table, and center hall table as well. Actually, I have them spread out throughout my house, in almost every room– so I guess you could say I am a collector. They add a bit of interest to an otherwise empty space…. Read More

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