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The Best Dystopian Love Stories to Curl Up With

February 13, 2020January 7, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
The Best Dystopian Love Stories to Curl Up With

One of my favorite genres of books is dystopian fiction. I love reading about what might happen in the future if things fall apart or a catastrophe happens. Since Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, I’ve been searching for the best dystopian love stories to read.   The Best Dystopian Love Stories  The official […]

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The Innkeeper’s Sister by Linda Goodnight

February 1, 2020April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
The Innkeeper's Sister by Linda Goodnight Review

Check out my thoughts on The Innkeeper’s Sister by Linda Goodnight. If you enjoy romances, you’ll want to keep reading. It has been a totally crazy week this week with a lot of non-blogging stuff going on. I finally took an afternoon for myself and had lunch with my Mom and treated myself to a […]

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Princess Valentine Ideas for Little Girls

January 25, 2020November 27, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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You are going to love these Princess Valentine ideas! Many little girls dream of being a princess whether that princess is Cinderella or Mulan. And, while you can find a number of cute printable Valentine’s Day cards with princesses, finding gifts can be a bit harder. We want our gifts to be welcomed and enjoyed […]

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Sherlock Holmes Mysteries Coloring Book for Adults

December 27, 2019June 27, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
person coloring in a Sherlock Holmes mysteries coloring book

Did you know that there is a Sherlock Holmes Day every year on May 22? There is! And, January 9th is Sherlock Holmes Birthday! I love reading mysteries, so when I learned that there was a Sherlock Holmes mysteries coloring book, I couldn’t wait to check it out.  Sherlock Holmes Mysteries Coloring Book Have you […]

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In the Place Where There is No Darkness by K. M. Douglas

November 23, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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Have you read In the Place Where There is No Darkness by K. M. Douglas? Check out my thoughts on this book below. I am a huge fan of dystopian fiction. And, it’s one of my favorite genres to enjoy. I originally shared this book in 2014, but have updated the post to share again […]

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The History of the Snowman by Bob Eckstein

November 15, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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The History of the Snowman is a fun look at the snowman throughout the ages in our country and others. If you are looking for the perfect book to curl up with in front of the fire, you’ve found it. The History of the Snowman Who made the first snowman? Who first came up with […]

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11 Thanksgiving Cozy Mysteries to Enjoy Today

November 9, 2019July 16, 2022 ellen 6 Comments Books
a woman reading in a library

I love cozy mysteries so with Thanksgiving only a month or so away, I have been searching for some fun Thanksgiving cozy mysteries to read. If you aren’t familiar with the term, a cozy mystery is a subcategory of crime fiction where the sex and violence are downplayed and the crime and investigation take place […]

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Books About Fall for Your Toddler to Enjoy Today

September 30, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
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I love fall and it’s all about beautiful fall leaves right now. If you’re looking for a few books about fall for your toddler or early reader, I’ve collected a few of my favorites for you to check out. Pack up a picnic lunch and head off for on an adventure with your child. You’ll […]

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Explorer Academy Book Series for Pre-Teens

July 11, 2019April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Books
Explorer Academy Book Series

Have you heard about the Explorer Academy book series? If you have kids that are interested in space adventures or action-packed adventures, keep reading for my thoughts on this new series by National Geographic. Explorer Academy Book Series So, the Explorer Academy Book Series is a collection of books intended for pre-teens or tweens. National […]

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Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper (Dystopian)

June 6, 2019December 2, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper a Dystopian Series

Have you read Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper? I am a huge fan of dystopian fiction. And, this is a fantastic young adult story. Keep reading for more information about the book and my thoughts. Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper Glistening Rebellion by Jill Cooper is the sequel (Book 2) to Glistening Haven. This entire […]

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Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.

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