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The Best Books with Dragons

I've loved dragons ever since I was little watching them in movies like the Neverending Story and reading them in books. So of course, I have a fascination for books with dragons! I give you this marvelous list so you can read the best books with dragons out there from classics to new novels and everything in between. What are the Best Books with Dragons? There is something here for everyone. I have adult, YA and kids along with varying levels of action and romance. So read on through and take your pick! Books with Dragons Adult Books The Rage…

Post published:September 5, 2023
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How to Get Free Books While Traveling Full Time

As an avid reader, I was quite sad that I couldn't bring my library with me on the road. Hundreds of books would not have fit into my RV, haha! Finding free books while traveling isn't as daunting as it may seem though. Here is how I find books plus a few other options, so you'll never have to go without a book as a temporary or permament full-time traveler! RV Life Here's a little quickie background on me. I left my library jobs and hit the road with my husband in our Class C RV that we renovated ourselves.…

Post published:July 17, 2023
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Must Read Cozy Fantasy Books!

I was gravitating towards cozy fantasy books before I even knew it was a thing, so I consider myself a little bit of an expert in this sub genre. If you're interested in books like the BookTok crazed Legends & Lattes then you are in the right place! If you are a part of the 2023 Reading Challenge this year, these books could fulfill a category or two on your list such as romance or YA fantasy. What is Cozy Fantasy? Usually a cozy fantasy is high fantasy, low stakes. High fantasy would be a completely different world from our…

Post published:July 3, 2023
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12 Hot Beach Reads This Summer 2023

Get your umbrellas and beach chairs ready because its time to relax at the beach with a good beach read! Dig your toes into the sand as you enjoy these new releases. There is a book here for everyone from edge of your seat thrillers, to heartwarming romance, to riveting nonfiction. Don't forget to check off categories on the 2023 reading challenge as you devour books this summer at the beach! A Beach Read for Everyone! Happy Place, by Emily Henry Pub Date: April 25, 2023 Find on Goodreads Buy on Amazon Harriet and Wyn were made for eachother. It…

Post published:June 19, 2023
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20 New Celebrity Books to Sink Your Teeth Into

Here are 20 new celebrity books published in the two years to devour. Whether you're here to learn the latest gossip, delve into the earnest lives of those you inspire or just want to check off that box for your 2023 reading challenge, you are in the right place. I focused on non-fiction for this list, but if you wanted to fulfill the "book by a celebrity" cateogry a different way, you can check out this list of fiction by celebrities on Goodreads. There are too many good picks on here, I'm having trouble picking one for the challenge. Which…

Post published:February 13, 2023
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10 Science Fiction Books by BIPOC Authors

We need more science fiction by BIPOC authors! One of the categories on my 2023 reading challenge is exactly that, so you can explore this genre some more and diversify your reading. Pick a book from this list to read to fulfill this category for the reading challenge if you are having trouble with deciding what to read. I love this selection of books, so let's get right into this list. 10 Science Fiction Books by BIPOC Authors Noor by Nnedi Okorafor  5/5 Find on Goodreads Buy on Amazon Anwuli Okwudili prefers to be called AO which she thinks…

Post published:January 26, 2023
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Top 12 Self Help Books for Those Struggling with Anxiety

Self help anxiety books can be a great tool if you are struggling with anxiety. Many of us these days are struggling with anxiety. According to the National Institute of Mental Health about 30% of adults in the U.S. experience a form of anxiety at some point in their lives. Books can be a great resource to turn to in addition to professional help. They can help you find tools to manage it. Here's a list of 12 self help books for anxiety to get you started. The Top 12 Self Help Books for Anxiety The Big Activity Book for…

Post published:January 16, 2023
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2023 Reading Challenge + Free Bookmark

Are you looking for some New Year's resolutions or challenges? Look no further because I dare you to participate in my 2023 New Year Reading Challenge! Plus you get a free printable bookmark to keep track of the challenge so it's never far away. Just check off each category as you read. What is the 2023 Reading Challenge? It's basically just a list of categories and you have to pick a book that fits each one. Check off a book for each category and you will have completed the challenge! There are 31 categories on this reading challenge. That's 2-3…

Post published:December 12, 2022
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My Favorite Book Series: The All Souls Trilogy

One of my favorite series of all time is The All Souls Trilogy by Deborah Harkness. It has everything I ever wanted in one series and I think there is honestly nothing out there that matches this series. If there is something, let me know because I would love to read it! All Souls Trilogy #1: Discovery of Witches Why is the All Souls Trilogy so good? I think I might have first encountered this book at the library while I was just browsing shelves. It was the best choice I ever made to pick up these books! I'll tell…

Post published:October 17, 2022
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How to Have Your Own Tea Party

Tea parties are so much fun! Try to have at least one tea party with your girlfriends and then you can tell me how much fun it was. It takes some prep, but it is so worth it! I am going to tell you exactly how to have your own tea party at home and you get a FREE template to make your own cute tea menus and placecards like ones I made. Tea Pots and Tea Cups Really the only thing you need to have a tea party is a tea pot and tea cups. I collect tea cups…

Post published:October 6, 2022
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