I hit a pretty high count of paperback books this week. Some were from giveaway wins and others were from publishers or authors. I love getting book mail! I find it very exciting. In other exciting news, Google is finally registering my website and acknowledging that I get more than zero pageviews. According to my Jetpack stat’s I’m officially at 800 average pageviews since I started my blog. I know some of this is better suited for my February wrap-up but I am too excited not to announce it.

I didn’t get as much done with reading as I had hoped. I finished When Stars Light the Sky as I write this, I’m about halfway through The Novel Adventures of Natalie Daughtry . I should finish with Natalie sometime tomorrow and pick up Small Town Harmony so I can polish that off before my review is due. After that, I’m reaching for An Overdue Match. I’m going to once again try for more books than my average in a week. We’ll see if the extra day off helps.

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Last Week On The Blog

The Sunday Post #21: Overbooked: Overbooked & Loving It! I’ve officially stacked my TBR pile so high that I might need a ladder to get through it—seriously, I’m booked through April! Between my beloved Amish romances, swoon-worthy historicals, and must-read contemporaries, my reading list is packed. Knitting is on hold (for now), but I’m happily devouring these stories. Grab a cozy spot, and let’s talk books, giveaways, and exciting new releases! Which one would you start with first?

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10 Romantic Books to Warm Your Heart for Valentine’s Day. Looking for the perfect romantic read to set the mood for Valentine’s Day? Whether you’re a fan of swoon-worthy slow burns, heartwarming second chances, or charming opposites-attract love stories, this list has something for you! Using a fun Valentine’s Day theme, I’ve curated a selection of books that have been sitting on my Kindle—each tied to a special word of love. From small-town romance to Regency matchmaking, these heartwarming tales are sure to bring a smile to your face. Ready to fall in love with a new book? Let’s dive in!

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January 2025 Wrap-Up: January flew by, and somehow, I’m just now getting my wrap-up… well, wrapped up! This month was packed with page-turners, a surprising DNF moment (or two), and some big shifts in my Bookstagram journey. Plus, I hit a new milestone in blog pageviews—hello, progress! But was it all smooth sailing? Not quite. A little knitting, a lot of reading, and a few unexpected twists made for an interesting start to 2025. Ready to dive in and see what made the cut? Let’s go!

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Right Before Their Eyes by Carrie Walker: Book Spotlight & Giveaway. A house fire, a life-changing decision, and a desperate search for belonging—Clare, Mason, and Lucia’s lives are about to collide in ways they never expected. Will they recognize the love and hope that’s been right before their eyes all along? PLUS, don’t miss the giveaway! 🎉 Two winners will receive a print copy of Right Before Their Eyes AND a $20 Amazon gift card! GIVEAWAY OPEN through February 18, 2025.

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Grandma Ruth Doesn’t Go To Funerals by Sharon Mondragon: Book Review & Giveaway. Small-town gossip, meddling grandmas, and a mystery wrapped in funeral condolence cards—what more could you ask for? In Grandma Ruth Doesn’t Go to Funerals by Sharon Mondragon, bedridden but feisty Mary Ruth McCready is on a mission to help her grieving best friend, and she’s dragging her granddaughter Sarah Elizabeth along for the ride! Get ready for charm, humor, and a dash of Southern sass—and don’t forget to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a signed copy and a $25 Amazon gift card! GIVEAWAY OPEN through February 19, 2025.

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This Week On The Blog

• Five Nonfiction Books That Changed Me
• The Novel Adventures of Natalie Daughtry by Susan L. Tuttle: Book Review & Giveaway
• Romance Book Reviews: February 2025 Edition
• The Sunday Post

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New Arrivals

• I won Engaging Emma and Madly Yours on an Instagram giveaway hosted by Elle. I already own and have read Madly Yours and I’ll be posting the review this week. Other goodies in the win included a DKNY blanket, Wendy Bellissimo candle, bookmarks and more.
• Until the Blue Mist Fades is another giveaway win hosted by the author. The prizes in this included  a rather roomy and pretty book sleeve, silver plated charm, gel markers, a tiny tin, colorful rubber bands, and more. You can see all of the goodies for both wins on Bookstagram. It also had a coloring book which is a book by definition so I’m counting it.
• Welcome to the Honey B&B by Melody Carlson came in from Revell Fiction. This is for a Bookstagram tour in March.
• The Farmer’s Marriage Bargain by Heidi Main came in from the author. She has a cute sticker on my copy that says “Autographed Copy”. I so adore my Love Inspired books! There is also a bookmark. This is for another March Bookstagram tour.
• Grandma Ruth Doesn’t Go to Funerals (not pictured) came in from the publisher. They had a glitch with their printer and since they didn’t know who had “bad” copies and who had good copies, they sent everyone a second copy. Now I need to decide what to do with the two duplicates.

That’s a total of seven (7) paperbacks in one week! I’m on cloud nine!

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Yarn Tales

I still haven’t gotten back to my knitting but I have a three day weekend so if I get caught up on reading and blogging, I’ll pick up my needles. I need to rip back about two rows on my blanket because I somehow picked up a stitch the last time I had this in my hands and it will bug me. The proof that it will bug me, I know this without leaving myself a note, reminder, or counting the stitches again. This information will just languish in my head until I fix the issue.

And, if that’s not enough, Premier Basix Chenille launched some new colors yesterday. Some very Spring worthy multi colors and some bright colors as well. I’ve included two of my favorite new colors above. Honestly, I don’t knit with chunky yarns much but should I decide to go the crochet route for my next blanket, I think chunky will serve me better. I’ve tried crocheting with worsted a couple of times and it just not work out. I think that’s why I said I’m ready to throw in the towel on crochet for the time being.

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Caffeinated Reviewer hosts The Sunday Post, Readerbuzz hosts Sunday Salon, and Reading Reality who hosts Stacking the Shelves.