reading

  • Perfect October Reads

    **The time for spooky and atmospheric reads is upon us. I stir my coffee and watch as the cream blends in, lighting up the dark coffee color. I take a tentative sip, testing it. Needs more sugar. I drop in… Continue reading

    Perfect October Reads
  • September Wrap-Up

    **I brush the dirt from my hands and carry my bundle of wildflowers into the house. I take a glance at the time and do a double-take. I was supposed to meet Betty almost a half hour ago. I fill… Continue reading

    September Wrap-Up
  • The Dare Review

    **I grip my book and feel myself leaning forward in my chair. It has been quite some time since I have read a thriller and I have missed that edge of your seat feeling. I can feel my heart-rate pump… Continue reading

    The Dare Review
  • October TBR

    **October is such a lovely month. We get that nice autumnal chill, hot chocolate, and Halloween decor. This is the month that I get excited about when deciding a TBR. I love to look for spooky books and anything with… Continue reading

    October TBR
  • Morgan Matson Reading Guide

    **I wander through the wildflowers that grow in front of my house. My white dress flows in the light breeze with them. I brush my fingers across the petals and leaves and take in a breath of fresh summer air.… Continue reading

    Morgan Matson Reading Guide
  • Middle Grade Recs

    **Towards the bottom of my shelves, my childhood books are tucked away in totes. I pull the totes out and pull out some of my old books. I take in the covers and they whisk me away to a time… Continue reading

    Middle Grade Recs
  • Used Book Store Book Haul

    **The totes full of books have been eyeing me down as of late. I have a hard time giving away my books, even the ones that are not my favorites, so I keep them away to decide what to do… Continue reading

    Used Book Store Book Haul
  • Unboxing The Grandest Game

    **I sit and write in my daily journal when I hear a knock at my door. Uncertain as to who it is, I leave my quill beside my bundle of parchment and answer the door, a shade of dark mahogany,… Continue reading

    Unboxing The Grandest Game
  • August TBR

    **Another month, another TBR. I browse the shelves to figure out what I want to read. I have been in a bit of a reading slump, so I kind of just want to read whatever, or maybe something that I… Continue reading

    August TBR
  • Getting Back Into Reading (experience + tips)

    **My latest read rests not in my hands, but on my face. I was sitting on the sofa reading my book but I have been struggling through what may be a reading slump, so that leads me to where I… Continue reading

    Getting Back Into Reading (experience + tips)