Showing posts with label family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family. Show all posts

Friday, July 31, 2026

Sale!!! A Match for a Bookish Bride (The Mystery Matchmaker of Ella Pointe #2) by Tess Thompson, 99 cents for a limited time



A Match for a Bookish Bride by Tess Thompson is 99c for a limited time!
 
Also FREE with Kindle Unlimited
 
Can a worried mother find the perfect matches for her family of eccentrics on remote Whale Island?
 
Amelia
 
In the spring of 1910, an advertisement I spotted in the Boston newspaper called out to me. “Wealthy family in need of secretary on Whale Island. Must have an affinity for books.” When I'm offered the position, I do not hesitate to pack my meagre belongings and travel to Washington state. After all, I have nothing to lose. I've been dismissed from my current position. I have no family. It's all a dream come true. The only problem? My employer, Benedict Tutheridge, makes my heart flutter and my knees wobble. I didn't expect him to be devastatingly handsome or interesting. Unfortunately, I'm not from prestige or wealth. A man like Benedict would never marry a woman like me.
 
Benedict
 
In a town full of misfits, I win the prize. After my father's untimely death, I'm expected to run the family business. However, despite my efforts and education, I can barely read or write. At my mother's urging, I agree to hire a secretary, fully expecting A.F. Young to be a man. To my utter shock, Amelia Frances is very much a woman. A beautiful, beguiling one. A woman who would never fall for the town idiot.
 

A clean and wholesome historical romance that will pull on your heartstrings and have you cheering for second chances in this new family saga by USA Today Bestselling author Tess Thompson. 



Thursday, July 23, 2026

Blitz: The Foopy Song! by G.D. Griffiths



The Foopy Song!

by G.D. Griffiths

Children's Book



Food goes in and poop comes out-it's the circle of happy!

Mealtimes can be a struggle, but The Foopy Song is here to turn every bite into a celebration. Follow the rhythmic logic of the "Foopy" cycle: from the very first munch to the final wiggle!

This catchy, cheerful and joyful book helps children understand that eating isn't just about sitting still-it's the fuel that lets them play, laugh, and poop their way to a happy day. By showing kids how food leads to energy and energy leads to play, it turns the daily routine into a delightful, rhythmic experience.

BECAUSE!

Eat. Poop. Play. Repeat!

With a bouncy rhythm parents can sing or read, it's the ultimate guide to why we eat, how we feel, and why a little "poop" is a very big deal.


About the Author

 

 G.D.'s storytelling spark was ignited in the hallowed land of Wales, where his childhood was spent exploring the sea until the legendary midnight summer twilight. His journey led him through academia, earning degrees in Computer Science and Operations Management, culminating in a PhD focused on Virtual Reality.

While pursuing his studies in Nottingham, he met his wife. Together, their spirit of adventure took them first to New Zealand, where G.D. worked in the video game industry and taught Scuba Diving. A seemingly simple job inquiry brought them to California, a place they planned to "try for one year," and where they still reside almost fourteen years later in Redondo Beach.

The family, which welcomed their son in 2012, is completed by Rhea, their quirky German Shepherd. Rhea became the key inspiration for G.D.'s first book, ABC's With Rhea, A doggy journey through the alphabet. Having observed that children learn best through stories, G.D. wrote this book to craft a specific, relatable world for each letter, encouraging children to connect deeply with the subject.

He has recently published his second book, Olly's Journey, and is already hard at work weaving new tales and adventures for his readers.

G.D.'s mission is to empower children to pursue their own creative writing journey.

 

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Blitz: Oh, Tal! Not Like That (Oh Tal! Series #2) by Tal Anderson, illustrations by Michael Richey White




Oh, Tal! Not Like That

by Tal Anderson

Children's Picture Book

Date Published: April 15, 2026



Oh, Tal! Not Like That., a new book by autistic actor Tal Anderson and award-winning Hollywood artist, Michael Richey White, is Book 2 in the Oh, Tal! series for children.

Tal and the family cat, Winnie are once again taking on the world, and this time, they're doing it at school. Tal starts the school year off excited, but quickly learns that in the classroom, they like kids to follow directions, and to be the same, and do things uniformly. Tal has different ideas, however, and classmates and teachers work hard to teach and model the "right way" to do things.

In the end, they all learn a valuable lesson: that there are more ways than one to get things done, and that expressing yourself authentically leads to good things. Once again, Tal wins over hearts and confirms it's okay to be different, be yourself, and to follow your own path.

 

About the Author


Tal Anderson is a professional actor, filmmaker, and writer. She is an advocate for change, using her voice and unique platform as an autistic actor to support inclusion and authentic representation in front of and behind the camera in Hollywood. She is best known for her work in the Netflix series "Atypical" as Sid, but can also be seen and heard in many other productions including, guest-starring in Season 5 of "Magnum P.I." on NBC, and as the English voice of Tina in the Disney Plus series, "Team Chocolate." Tal has always been a storyteller, and as a child could be seen constantly using her FLIP video camera, or one of several hand-held voice-recorders to record every day life, or her daily performances of stories/scripts she had made up or written. It is this love of imagination that led her to acting and filmmaking as an adult. "Oh, Tal! - Not Today," is Tal's first book. She lives in Los Angeles with her cat Winifred, where they can both live their best lives and be their true selves.

 

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Friday, June 12, 2026

Release Boost: Owen (The Wolfe Mountain Men #1) by Cassie Colton

Owen 

by Cassie Colton 

Available now!

https://geni.us/Owen
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After ten years of silence, Owen Wolfe returns to Wolfe Mountain to lay his father to rest and face the five brothers he left behind after a bitter family rift. The plan is simple—settle the estate and walk away again.

But Jeremiah Wolfe had other ideas.

At the reading of the will, the brothers learn their father left the rundown Wolfe Mountain resort, along with its abandoned cabins, failing ski lodge, and the legendary wolf-shaped peak, to all his sons… including one they’ve never met. There’s only one condition: every brother must remain on the mountain for one full year or lose everything. The mountain will go to Leslie Wilkins, Owen’s former fiancée.

If they stay, a five-million-dollar purchase offer is waiting at the end of that year.

As suspicion grows and secrets begin to surface, the Wolfe brothers must put aside a decade of anger to uncover the truth about their father’s death… and decide whether Wolfe Mountain is worth saving.

But for Owen, the greatest battle isn’t on the mountain. It’s proving to Leslie that the man who once walked away is not the same man who returned.

Because losing his family again isn’t an option.


 

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Book Tour: I Love It When We Read Together by Karolyn Wallace, illustrator Joey Wall, with a giveaway and my review




I Love It When We Read Together

by Karolyn Wallace

Children's Books / Early Learning Beginner Reader

Date Published: 08-12-2025

Publisher: Mission Point Press



I Love It When We Read Together invites reading partners to create their own special rituals with gentle prompts and endearing illustrations that encourage kids to read along, spot animals, and spark lively conversations. This book is perfect for building fluency and connection. Inspired by the literacy challenges of the pandemic, early childhood educator Karolyn Wallace crafts a cozy experience that helps families bring the joy of reading home.







My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

This was a simple and direct story book, a great bedtime. I even enjoyed the disagree part and the importance of sharing reading time with family. The illustrations were beautiful and complemented the simple words. A great book to share the love of reading.

About the Author

Karolyn Wallace is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of experience teaching in elementary classrooms across public and private schools in Maryland, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and New York. Before that, she was a broadcast journalist at local news affiliates in Los Angeles and Flint, Michigan. She is currently part of the team at The Children’s Learning Lab, where experienced educators connect with elementary students for online learning. She divides her time between Michigan and California, enjoying the company of her husband, children, and grandchildren.


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Release: Owen (The Wolfe Mountain Men #1) by Cassie Colton

Owen 

by Cassie Colton 

Available now!

https://geni.us/Owen
Read With Kindle Unlimited




After ten years of silence, Owen Wolfe returns to Wolfe Mountain to lay his father to rest and face the five brothers he left behind after a bitter family rift. The plan is simple—settle the estate and walk away again.

But Jeremiah Wolfe had other ideas.

At the reading of the will, the brothers learn their father left the rundown Wolfe Mountain resort, along with its abandoned cabins, failing ski lodge, and the legendary wolf-shaped peak, to all his sons… including one they’ve never met. There’s only one condition: every brother must remain on the mountain for one full year or lose everything. The mountain will go to Leslie Wilkins, Owen’s former fiancée.

If they stay, a five-million-dollar purchase offer is waiting at the end of that year.

As suspicion grows and secrets begin to surface, the Wolfe brothers must put aside a decade of anger to uncover the truth about their father’s death… and decide whether Wolfe Mountain is worth saving.

But for Owen, the greatest battle isn’t on the mountain. It’s proving to Leslie that the man who once walked away is not the same man who returned.

Because losing his family again isn’t an option.


 

Sunday, June 7, 2026

Ebook Review: I Love it When We Read Together by Karolyn Wallace, illustrator Joey Wall

 

Blurb

This playful book turns reading into an adventure, inviting kids and grown-ups to ask questions, laugh out loud, and dive into stories together!

I Love It When We Read Together invites reading partners to create their own special rituals with gentle prompts and endearing illustrations that encourage kids to read along, spot animals, and spark lively conversations. This book is perfect for building fluency and connection. Inspired by the literacy challenges of the pandemic, early childhood educator Karolyn Wallace crafts a cozy experience that helps families bring the joy of reading home.

Amazon: I Love It When We Read Together: Wallace, Karolyn, Wall, Joey: 9781965278314: Amazon.com: Books

B&N: I Love It When We Read Together | Barnes & Noble®

Goodreads: I Love It When We Read Together by Karolyn Wallace | Goodreads





My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

This was a simple and direct story book, a great bedtime. I even enjoyed the disagree part and the importance of sharing reading time with family. The illustrations were beautiful and complemented the simple words. A great book to share the love of reading.

I received a copy through RABT, and this is my unsolicited review.



Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Release: Dosa Day by Veena Katikineni, illustrator Karina Nechval

 


Dosa Day

by Veena Katikineni

Children’s Picture Book

Date Published: June 2, 2026



It’s Dosa Day!

Join a curious child and their loving Ammamma on a joyful kitchen adventure filled with crispy dosas, colorful chutneys, and heartwarming family traditions. As they learn about different kinds of dosas, they discover that the real magic isn’t just in cooking—it’s in the time spent together.

Dosa Day is a playful children’s picture book celebrating Indian cuisine, family traditions, and intergenerational love. With rhythmic read-aloud text and vibrant illustrations, this story creates a rich sensory experience that introduces young readers to culture, connection, and mindful togetherness.

Perfect for children ages 3–7, this diverse picture book is ideal for:


          • Multicultural children’s books
          • Indian and South Asian culture stories for kids
          • Picture books about food, family, and traditions
          • Engaging read-aloud bedtime stories


Whether you’re introducing Indian cuisine like dosa for the first time or building a more inclusive children’s library, Dosa Day is a meaningful addition to any child’s bookshelf.

 

About the Author

 


 In the quiet magic of the Mojave Desert, where the sky stretches wide and the sunsets set everything golden, Veena Katikineni found the perfect place to let her imagination wander.

Dosa Day was born from a heart full of cherished memories: big, bustling family gatherings with her beloved Indian family, where the house was always full, the food was always flowing, and the smell of something delicious was always drifting through the air. Food wasn’t just food — it was love, laughter, and the heartbeat of every gathering.

A physician by training, Veena has spent her career caring for others, but she has always believed that stories heal in their own special way. This is her love letter to dosa, to her roots, and to the joy of sharing both with the world.

When she’s not writing or seeing patients, you’ll find her on her yoga mat, planning the family’s next adventure, or exploring the world with her loving husband and two spirited boys, her favorite companions in wandering and in life.

She believes magic lives in the everyday moments, especially the ones shared around a table.


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Monday, June 1, 2026

Book Tour: Drifter (Satan's Fury MC - Little Rock #10) by L. Wilder with my review

Drifter


Series: Satan’s Fury MC - Little Rock


by L. Wilder


Release Date: May 26, 2026


Genre: MC Romance


Photographer: FuriousPhotog

Cover Model: Stuart Reardon

Cover Designer: Mayhem Cover Creations


Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4uvDrFk


Bookbub: https://bit.ly/43aP6NY





Blurb:

Some men are born drifters. Others are just waiting to find their way home.


Loss is tough.

Some learn to live with the grief and move on. 

I couldn’t.

There were too many memories.

It hurt too damn much, so I packed up and left.

I spent years trying to outrun my ghosts


And then, a threat drew me back in. 


It wasn’t my fight. 

Hell, it wasn’t even my chapter.

I was only in Little Rock to deliver a warning. 

I never intended to stay. 

And I certainly never intended to meet her.


She was beautiful and soft in all the ways that can undo a man.

And she unraveled me without even trying.

I had no business getting tied up with her, but I couldn’t stay away. 

She reminded me what it was like to have something worth living for. 


Now, I had to make a choice. 

Stay lost or find my way home. 


Drifter is an emotional, slow-burn romance about grief, healing, the real meaning of family, and learning that loving again doesn’t have to mean letting go. HEA and no cheating. 


Buy Links (Kindle Unlimited):

Universal: https://mybook.to/Drifter_SFMC_LR

Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H248NV9T

Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0H248NV9T

Amazon CA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0H248NV9T

Amazon AU: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0H248NV9T





Praise:

5 Star Amazon Review - “What an excellent and heartfelt story in the Fury Series…”


5 Star Amazon Review - “This was a shocking and emotional edition to the Little Rock Chapter of Satan's Fury MC…..Some suspense with a beautiful and tragic story on both sides. Ending in a HEA that you don’t want to miss.”


5 Star Cajun Heat Book Blog (Barb) - “

This was such a fantastic read that I couldn’t put down! A tragic tale that will have you all up in your feels!”


Also Available (Kindle Unlimited):

Grim

Memphis

Ghost

Seven

Preacher

Creed

Sergei

Skid

Goose

Universal: http://mybook.to/SatansFuryMC_LR_LW





Author Bio:

Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Seller, L. Wilder, writes about hot, alpha men and the women who love them. She currently has six series available for readers: The Devil Chaser's MC, Satan's Fury MC, Satan's Fury MC-Memphis, the Redemption Series, the Happy Endings Collection, and the Ruthless Sinners MC. If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and have you smiling like a school girl at the end, L. Wilder is the author for you.


Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorLeslieWilder

Twitter: https://twitter.com/wilder_leslie

Instagram: http://instagram.com/LWilderbooks

Website: http://www.lwilderbooks.com

Newsletter: http://bit.ly/1RGsREL

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/311622.L_Wilder

Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/L-Wilder/e/B00NDKCCMI

Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/l-wilder 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lwilderauthor 








My Review - 5 of 5 stars -


Wow! This story touched my heart. I felt so much for both Drifter and Raelyn with their pasts. I loved the way Raelyn kept her life going. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, and friend. Her sons, Thomas and Lucas, added very much to the story. As Drifter came to terms with his past and his future, I had tears. I enjoyed how this author had me caring for all the characters. I look forward to the next one.




Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Teaser: Owen by Cassie Colton



Owen by Cassie Colton releases on June 9th!

https://geni.us/Owen
Read With Kindle Unlimited

After ten years of silence, Owen Wolfe returns to Wolfe Mountain to lay his father to rest and face the five brothers he left behind after a bitter family rift. The plan is simple—settle the estate and walk away again.

But Jeremiah Wolfe had other ideas.

At the reading of the will, the brothers learn their father left the rundown Wolfe Mountain resort, along with its abandoned cabins, failing ski lodge, and the legendary wolf-shaped peak, to all his sons… including one they’ve never met. There’s only one condition: every brother must remain on the mountain for one full year or lose everything. The mountain will go to Leslie Wilkins, Owen’s former fiancée.

If they stay, a five-million-dollar purchase offer is waiting at the end of that year.

As suspicion grows and secrets begin to surface, the Wolfe brothers must put aside a decade of anger to uncover the truth about their father’s death… and decide whether Wolfe Mountain is worth saving.

But for Owen, the greatest battle isn’t on the mountain. It’s proving to Leslie that the man who once walked away is not the same man who returned.

Because losing his family again isn’t an option.


 

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Blitz: I Love It When We Read Together by Karolyn Wallace, illustrator Joey Wall, with a giveaway



I Love It When We Read Together

by Karolyn Wallace

Children's Books / Early Learning Beginner Reader

Date Published: 08-12-2025

Publisher: Mission Point Press



I Love It When We Read Together invites reading partners to create their own special rituals with gentle prompts and endearing illustrations that encourage kids to read along, spot animals, and spark lively conversations. This book is perfect for building fluency and connection. Inspired by the literacy challenges of the pandemic, early childhood educator Karolyn Wallace crafts a cozy experience that helps families bring the joy of reading home.

 

About the Author

Karolyn Wallace is a seasoned educator with over twenty years of experience teaching in elementary classrooms across public and private schools in Maryland, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and New York. Before that, she was a broadcast journalist at local news affiliates in Los Angeles and Flint, Michigan. She is currently part of the team at The Children’s Learning Lab, where experienced educators connect with elementary students for online learning. She divides her time between Michigan and California, enjoying the company of her husband, children, and grandchildren.


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Friday, February 27, 2026

Free!!! Secrets of the Surf (Driftwood Key Beach Reads #1) by Clara Palms



FREE CLEAN & WHOLESOME ROMANCE!
Secrets in the Surf by Clara Palms is FREE!
 
https://geni.us/SecretsInTheSurf
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Sometimes the only way forward is to go back home…

Jessica Steele just received the worst early birthday present ever—her husband of almost thirty years has left her without a word.

Now adrift and running out of options, Jess takes her teenage daughter, Glory, back to the Florida Keys. Jess hopes that fixing up her uncle's rambling beach house will be the fresh start they both need.

But she doesn't expect that her older daughters will join them—Liberty, the pediatric nurse with the seemingly perfect marriage, Anthem, the lighthearted musician who seems to be holding a surprising secret, and even one of Jess's nieces, who is looking for help only Jess can provide.

One by one, they arrive at her door, filling the old beach house with mysteries, laughter and tears, and standing behind Jess as she moves forward in her new life.

The Steele women are so much stronger together, but under the crystal waters lie secrets about why Jess's husband left her, as well as the truth about her own past. And if Jess and her family can't face them, everything she's built might vanish with the tide…

The Driftwood Key Beach Reads series is a family saga featuring determined women finding happiness in the pale sands and crystal blue surf of the Florida Keys.

Read them all in order: Secrets in the Surf, Memories in Sea Glass, and Promises in the Sand


Friday, February 20, 2026

Blitz: The Chrichton Leprechaun (A St. Patrick's Day Legend) by Salvatore Mautone

 


The Chrichton Leprechaun

by Salvatore Mautone

A Saint Patrick's Day Legend

Children's Book, Saint Patrick's Day Book

Date Published: January 26, 2026



A Funny St. Patrick's Day Picture Book Based on the Viral Internet Legend!

Can you see the leprechaun? Join the search in this whimsical reimagining of the internet’s favorite St. Paddy's Day mystery!

Deep in the heart of the Crichton neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama, a legend was born. Inspired by the viral news sensation that captured the world's imagination in 2006, The Crichton Leprechaun transforms the famous local rumor into a delightful, laugh-out-loud adventure for the whole family.

It all starts on a sunny March morning when whispers spread through the community: There is a leprechaun in the tree! Is it a magical sighting? A trick of the light? Or just a bit of mischievous holiday fun?

Follow the neighborhood excitement as crowds gather, amateur sketches are drawn, and everyone—from curious kids to skeptical grown-ups—joins the hunt for the elusive pot of gold.

 

Why Readers Love This Book:

A Nostalgic Tribute: The perfect gag gift or collector's item for millennial parents and adults who remember the original viral video and news clip.

Holiday Fun: A fresh, humorous alternative to traditional Saint Patrick's Day books for kids.

Community & Joy: At its heart, this is a warm story about how a neighborhood came together to share a laugh and a legend.

Vibrant Illustrations: Brings the "Amateur Sketch" and the magic of Mobile to colorful life.

 

Whether you are looking for a funny children's book, a unique St. Patrick's Day gift, or a piece of internet history reimagined, this story proves that sometimes the real gold is the fun we have together.

 

About the Author

By day, Salvatore Mautone is an attorney and compliance professional; by night, he is a children’s book author. A New Jersey native, Salvatore’s writing career started close to home with No Karate in The Potty, a story crafted specifically to make his niece and nephew laugh. He continues to find joy in creating stories that entertain young readers.

 

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Blitz: Illusionist (A Sean McPerson Novel #5) by Laurie Buchanan with an excerpt and a giveaway

Illusionist A Sean McPherson Novel, Book 5 by Laurie Buchanan Mystery & Suspense Date Published: 04-15-2025 Publisher: SparkPress ...