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📚 Mini Book Review: Anything for You by Claire Cain @clairecainwriter
It’s bittersweet to say goodbye to the Veterans of Silver Ridge series, but Anything for You gave us the perfect ending. I’ve read this series more than once, (like a way more 🤭 ) and Dove & Dorian’s story was the heartfelt finale it deserved.
We’ve been watching their journeys since the beginning, and it was so satisfying to see two people with difficult pasts finally get their swoony happily-ever-after.
💬 What I loved:
🤍 Dove & Dorian’s hard-earned HEA
👀 Cameos from favorite Silver Ridge characters
⚡ A touch of mystery & suspense
🏡 Found family vibes
✨ Characters with big hearts you can’t help but root for
This series is one of my all-time favorites—and if you haven’t read it yet, here’s your sign to dive into Veterans of Silver Ridge!
🤷🏻♀️ Sorry, not sorry for your next obsession
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Ya know what made my day!!!???
📖BOOOOOOK MMMAAAAIIILLL! 💌
Thanks @clairecainwriter @thebookishgoods & @gennycarrickwriter @kikimojo @dulciedameron
Nothing makes a reader happier than fresh romance books and cozy bookish merch showing up on the doorstep. 📚✨
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📚 Mini Book Review: Confidentiality Clause by Annah Conwell @authorannahconwell
This was such a satisfying finale to the More Than a Game series! We’ve been catching glimpses of Brock in the earlier books, and it was so rewarding to finally get his full story.
Ariel was the perfect match for him—her spunk and warmth balanced out his stressed/grumpy energy so well. I loved their banter, the way she encouraged him to slow down, and how their relationship showed two people making each other better without trying to change who they are.
💬 What I loved:
⚾ A heartfelt, series wrap-up that delivered
💕 A couple who bring out the best in each other
😅 Banter that kept me smiling
🌟 Characters who felt relatable
If you’ve been following this series, this finale is the perfect way to close it out. And if you haven’t started yet—here’s your sign to dive in!
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✨ New art, new energy.
This beautiful piece by @hannahweisnerart instantly earned prime real estate on my desk, and I couldn’t love it more. The colors, the palette knife texture, the cacti and mountains—it’s the kind of art you can get lost in.
After a LONG, busy week, this felt like my own small act of self-care. Framing it, placing it, and giving myself a moment to just breathe.
Sometimes it’s the simple things—a piece of art, a cozy corner with a book, a reminder that beauty belongs in our everyday—that help us reset. #Shelfcare 😉
💬 Share something small you do for self-care after a long week- I’d really love to know 🫶🏻
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💎 Mini Book Review: Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend by Kate Watson @katewatsonbooks
This sports romance was such a fun surprise! I loved that the FMC was strong, capable, and still learning how to embrace her true self. The way she and Sean supported each other’s goals made their relationship feel genuine and was pretty adorable.
The hockey + baseball crossover was such a fresh twist—most sports romances stick to one lane, but this gave me the best of both worlds. And while I never thought I was a marriage/relationship of convenience trope fan, this one made me realize I like more of them than I don’t. LOL
💬 What I loved:
🏒⚾ Dual-sport romance with a unique crossover
💪 A capable FMC on a journey of self-discovery
💖 A hero and Heroine who champion each other’s dreams
📚 Marriage of convenience done really well
If you love sports romance with heart, humor, and a partnership you can truly root for, this one’s a must-add to your TBR.
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⚓ Mini Book Review: If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair @kikimojo
This one was such a fun and refreshing read—definitely a new favorite! I’m a sucker for a good grumpy sunshine pairing, and Emma St. Clair absolutely nailed it.
What stood out most? The chemistry and the care. These two don’t just fall in love—they show up for each other in such meaningful ways. She supports him through his struggles, and he helps her grow in return. It felt like a true partnership, which made the love story all the more satisfying. 💛
🛥️ Bonus points for the sailboat setting—it gave the book a breezy, unique charm you don’t often see in romance. (And as a sailing fan, I LOVED that detail!)
⚡ And if you’re an Apies Hockey fan (Emma St. Clair + Jenny Proctor), you’ll love the cameos that sneak in. Always a fun surprise when past faves return!
Feel-good, romantic, and just different enough to shine—don’t miss this one. Out Now!
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🖤 New Bookmark Drop: Strange, Bold, Beautiful 🖤
Two brand new designs just landed—
🦈 A haunting shark wrapped in soft florals
🪲 Gothic beetles with a botanical twist
These are for my fellow book lovers who crave a little edge in their reading accessories—dark, dreamy, and totally one-of-a-kind.
✨ Printed and ready to ship—DM me if you want to claim one before they disappear!
Whether you’re a fan of weirdly beautiful books (Shark Heart anyone?) or love creepy cottagecore vibes, these were made for you.
Which one is your fave: Shark or Beetles?
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📖 Mini Book Review: Home Safe by Tracy Baack @authortracybaack
This story had such a thoughtful, relatable feel. I loved that the romance wasn’t rushed—it was rooted in communication, personal growth, and two people learning to show up for each other without needing to change who they are.
Both characters had struggles they were working through, and I appreciated how therapy and emotional healing were handled with care. It felt real, and it made the sweet moments between them feel even more earned. Oh—and the MMC? Adorable.
💬 Why it worked for me:
🧠 Normalizing therapy + mental health conversations
⚾📚 True opposites attract—he’s sports, she’s books
💛 Supportive love without losing individuality
👏 Relatable characters you’ll want to root for
It’s an honest, hopeful kind of love story—and one I think will stick with me.
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🦈💐 Grizzly Shark, but make it beautiful. ✨ New Bookmark Reveal!
This month I illustrated a new bookmark inspired by Shark Heart by Emily Habeck—one of my recent favorite reads. It’s haunting and strange, but also tender and breathtaking. That tension is what I tried to capture: the sharp contrast of a terrifying shark wrapped in soft, delicate pastels and florals. 🌸
It’s also my pick for book club this month… wish me luck 😅 I have a feeling the reviews are going to be… mixed. 🙃
If you’re into books that are unique and deeply emotional, Shark Heart should be on your list. And if you’re into beautiful bookmarks that are a little unexpected… DM me if you’d like to snag one! 💌
🎨 watch the reveal + see how this odd little idea came to life. 📖
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