Thank you to Books Forward PR and Ken Dortzbach for my advanced reader’s copy of Finding Hemingway! About Ken Dortzbach Ken Dortzbach is a native of Madison, Wisconsin. A graduate of Princeton University and the Northwestern University School of Law, he practiced law internationally for almost twenty years, including living abroad and working in countries […]
Why You Need A Book Jar
So, I have a confession. I love books. Phew. It feels good to get that off my chest. Growing up, my parents rarely denied me a book. The Book Fair at school was the best! {Especially when my mom worked at the school…I got discounts AND got to go every day.} Over the years, my […]
The Best of Friends by Lucinda Berry
I might just be Lucinda Berry’s biggest fan. First, there was The Perfect Child. Then, there was When She Returned. Now, enter The Best of Friends. Whatever magic Lucinda Berry was born with, we are lucky she is sharing it with the rest of us. About Lucinda Berry Dr. Lucinda Berry is a former clinical […]
The Safe Place by Anna Downes
Happy Pub Day, Anna Downes! Tremendous thanks to you and St. Martin’s Press for the advanced reader copy of The Safe Place! Superbly tense and oozing with atmosphere, Anna Downes’s debut is the perfect summer suspense, with the modern gothic feel of Ruth Ware and the morally complex family dynamics of Lisa Jewell. I’ve kind […]
Reading Roundup: Second Quarter 2020
Thanks to coronavirus, I am well on my way to reaching my goal of 75 books in 2020. When I set that goal, I honestly thought it was a reach and would be difficult to achieve. However, like most things, if you prioritize, you can definitely reach your goals. Granted, some of this quarter’s books […]
Catherine House by Elisabeth Thomas
Thank you to Goodreads, Custom House, and Elisabeth Thomas for my copy of Catherine House! Recently, I’ve been fairly obsessed with entering Goodreads giveaways. It’s a great way to get to read new books, connect with authors, and talk books in a community full of book lovers. Catherine House by Elisabeth Thomas is one of […]
Patience is a Virtue
Patience is something I don’t have too much of. Generally, I read the last page of a book because I don’t like not knowing how it ends. The Bachelor/Bachelorette? I almost always look up the spoilers to see who wins. Now that I don’t have cable, I can’t mentally afford to get involved in shows […]
Guide to Wedding & Shower Gifts
So someone you know just got engaged. How wonderful for them! Do you just see dollar signs? Gift giving for weddings and showers can be complicated and expensive! There are a few different categories of gift giving depending on the event, how close you are with the honoree, and your involvement in the overall event. […]
What It Seems by Emily Bleeker
Thank you to Emily Bleeker, Lake Union Publishing, and Books Forward for my Advanced Reader’s Copy of What It Seems! You guys know that I love the opportunity to read books, especially new books or emerging authors. I was not familiar with Emily Bleeker when I was presented the opportunity to read What It Seems. […]
12 Interview Tips to Land Your Dream Job!
Interviewing can be intimidating, no matter how many you’ve done or how often you interview. Even if you have a job and are looking for a new one, these interview tips can help. Additionally, you can use these tips if you’re the one doing the interviewing! I’ve had the opportunity to do it all. My […]
