For book enthusiasts, a cozy reading nook is not just a corner of the room; it’s a sanctuary where stories come to life and imaginations flourish. Central to this haven is the perfect sofa, inviting readers to lose themselves in the magic of words. In this exploration, we delve into two iconic sofas, the Cloud […]
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Nourishing Seeds of Inspiration
We are inspired all the time by actions we take, mistakes we made, things we observe, people we meet, and well, life. These seeds of inspiration are often the impetus of a fascinating story. All authors weave personal experiences into their books, and many write entire tomes around these experiences. It’s funny how my interest […]
Book Teaser: UnSuited
A YOUNG WOMAN MUST DECIDE IF SHE CAN LEAD THE REBELLION AGAINST A CLASSIST, UBER-CAPITALIST SOCIETY IN THIS EXCITING SECOND INSTALLMENT OF THE AUGLAND SERIES Ashton has escaped. She’s made it outside the walls of the faux-utopian theme park Augland where the wealthy and powerful artificially augment their bodies and lives. But is the rebellion […]
A Christmas Miracle for the Frosty Marquess
Author Sally Forbes paints a lovely picture in this story about two lost souls bound by matrimony, who find that love truly can blossom in the most unexpected places. In this regency romance, the kind and gentle Lady Clara Bennett is betrothed to Julian Hawthorne, the Marquess of Silverstone. Ever since his mother’s passing, life […]
Rocked By Grace
Book one in the Love and Chaos series by bestselling author M. J. Schiller is a fantastically fun romantic romp for readers with crushes on bad boy rockstars. Zane Sanders is following in the footsteps of the great Bruce Springsteen when he plucks an unsuspecting fan out of the audience during his concert. Grace Prescott […]
Talking On Eggshells: Soft Skills for Hard Conversations
When you feel you must dance around someone’s feelings, approach conversations with caution, or constantly avoid poking the bear, you’re talking on eggshells. It’s exhausting and no way to relate to one another. Author, communications expert, and CEO of the Intrigue Agency, Sam Horn, presents the solution capitalizing on her successful communication strategy: “Tongue Fu,” […]
6 Picks: Books That Help You Take Back Your Power
A supervisor manages an obstinate subordinate. A college student feels bullied by a peer. A professional works alongside a surly colleague. A parent struggles to get support from their child’s teacher. Their roles and relationships may be different, but the challenge is the same—the feeling of helplessness. When you feel helpless it’s easy to become a […]
Author Q&A With J.S. Puller
J. S. Puller is a playwright and author from the Windy City, Chicago. She has a master’s degree in elementary education and a bachelor’s degree in theatre from Northwestern University. She is an award-winning member of the American Alliance for Theatre and Education has done research on the social-emotional benefits of arts education with the […]
Appraised: A Stewart Reality Novel
Liz Crowe is a romance author who used the turn of phrase “Silver Fox? Yes, Please,” to describe her latest book, Appraised. It’s a cute teaser to what to expect with Appraised, an unlikely romance between two broken and bitter characters in need of a second chance. Sawyer Callahan is a widower, single parent, and […]
The Duchess Deal
This is the first installment in the Girl Meets Duke series by Tessa Dare. It’s the adorable and romantic tale of Emma Gladstone, young seamstress down on her luck and pennies away from being out on the street. After she’d finished a custom, and very tacky, wedding gown for the fiancé of the Duke of […]