Adult, Asian Author, Books, Contemporary, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Humor, Mystery, Neurodivergence, Novel

Vera Wong’s Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man) is the second cozy mystery in the eponymous series by Jesse Q. Sutanto (4.25/5 stars)

Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man)Vera Wong, #2by Jesse Q. Sutantonarrated by Eunice Wong(post may contain affiliate links) Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man) is the second cozy mystery in the eponymous series by Jesse Q. Sutanto. This series is so fun! The book picks up about a year… Continue reading Vera Wong’s Guide to Snooping (On a Dead Man) is the second cozy mystery in the eponymous series by Jesse Q. Sutanto (4.25/5 stars)

Adult, Black Author, Books, Contemporary, Fiction, Humor, Neurodivergence, Novel, Romance

Gold Coast Dilemma is a slow-burn contemporary romance by Nana Malone featuring a Ghanaian American heiress who must choose between culture and a love connection (4.25/5 stars)

Gold Coast Dilemmaby Nana Malonenarrated by Soneela Nankani and Tim Paige(post may contain affiliate links) Gold Coast Dilemma is a slow-burn contemporary romance by Nana Malone featuring a Ghanaian American heiress who must choose between culture and a love connection. Ofosua first crosses paths with Cole during an opulent publishing party, where they both share… Continue reading Gold Coast Dilemma is a slow-burn contemporary romance by Nana Malone featuring a Ghanaian American heiress who must choose between culture and a love connection (4.25/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Humor, Mystery, Novel

The Man Who Died Twice is the second book in the Thursday Murder Club cozy mystery series by Richard Osman (4.5/5 stars)

The Man Who Died TwiceThursday Murder Club, #2by Richard Osmannarrated by Lesley Manville(post may contain affiliate links) The Man Who Died Twice is the second book in the Thursday Murder Club cozy mystery series by Richard Osman. I borrowed the audiobook from my local library and I had a lot of fun listening to Lesley… Continue reading The Man Who Died Twice is the second book in the Thursday Murder Club cozy mystery series by Richard Osman (4.5/5 stars)

Books, Fiction, Kids, Picture Book

Wheetle: A Little Wagon with a Big Heart is a tender picture book about setting boundaries by Cindy Derby (4.5/5 stars)

Wheetle: A Little Wagon with a Big Heartby Cindy Derby(post may contain affiliate links) Wheetle: A Little Wagon with a Big Heart is a tender picture book about setting boundaries by Cindy Derby. As someone who has a hard time saying no when people ask me for help, I really appreciated this book! I had… Continue reading Wheetle: A Little Wagon with a Big Heart is a tender picture book about setting boundaries by Cindy Derby (4.5/5 stars)

Adult, Books, Contemporary, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Food, Mystery, Neurodivergence, Novel

Cheddar Luck Next Time is a cheese-filled cozy mystery debut by Beth Cato (4.25/5 stars)

Cheddar Luck Next Timeby Beth Cato(post may contain affiliate links) Cheddar Luck Next Time is a cheese-filled cozy mystery debut by Beth Cato. Bird recently inherited her grandmother's estate (after she mysteriously disappeared). Since she ran an artisanal preserves business, the property includes a capital-K Kitchen. This is the perfect location for Bird's new gourmet… Continue reading Cheddar Luck Next Time is a cheese-filled cozy mystery debut by Beth Cato (4.25/5 stars)

Anthology, Books, Classic, Fiction, Humor, Resources

The Jane Austen Insult Guide for Well-Bred Women by Emily Reed is a quick and fun collection of devastating comebacks (4.5/5 stars)

The Jane Austen Insult Guide for Well-Bred Womenby Emily Reed(post may contain affiliate links) The Jane Austen Insult Guide for Well-Bred Women by Emily Reed is a quick and fun collection of devastating comebacks. I needed a touch of levity and this really fit the bill. I've read a bunch of Austen's works, but omg… Continue reading The Jane Austen Insult Guide for Well-Bred Women by Emily Reed is a quick and fun collection of devastating comebacks (4.5/5 stars)

Books, Contemporary, Fiction, Humor, Romance

Italy Can Bite Me by MéLisa Ryun is a fun vacation rom-com from a husband and wife writing duo (3.75/5 stars)

Italy Can Bite MeHot Mess Summer, #1by MéLisa Ryun(post may contain affiliate links) Italy Can Bite Me by MéLisa Ryun is a fun vacation rom-com from a husband and wife writing duo. "She’s all plans. He’s all trouble. Italy wasn’t supposed to come with a side of temptation." As soon as I saw this title… Continue reading Italy Can Bite Me by MéLisa Ryun is a fun vacation rom-com from a husband and wife writing duo (3.75/5 stars)

Adult, Books, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Historical Romance, Mystery, Neurodivergence, Novel, Romance

Never Gamble Your Heart by Lindsay Lovise is a fun historical romance with cozy mystery vibes (4.5/5 stars)

Never Gamble Your HeartThe Secret Society of Governess Spies, #2by Lindsay Lovisenarrated by Ella Lynch and Rupert Channing(post may contain affiliate links) Never Gamble Your Heart by Lindsay Lovise is a fun historical romance with cozy mystery vibes. Frankie, a brilliant mathematician, found herself in the employ of The Dove--a spymaster who runs Perdita's governess… Continue reading Never Gamble Your Heart by Lindsay Lovise is a fun historical romance with cozy mystery vibes (4.5/5 stars)

Adult, Books, Essay, Food, Indigenous Author, Non-Fiction, Outdoors, Philosophy, Science, Social Justice

The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer is an extended essay about sharing and the gift economy (4.5/5 stars)

The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural Worldby Robin Wall Kimmerernarrated by the author(post may contain affiliate links) The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer is an extended essay about sharing and the gift economy. I listened to my audio review copy while following along in my physical… Continue reading The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer is an extended essay about sharing and the gift economy (4.5/5 stars)

Adult, Books, Contemporary, Cozy Mystery, Fiction, Mystery, Novel, Romance

A Proposal to Die For by Molly Harper is a cozy mystery with a wee bit of romance (3.5/5 stars)

A Proposal to Die Forby Molly Harpernarrated by Amanda Ronconi(post may contain affiliate links) A Proposal to Die For by Molly Harper is a cozy mystery with a wee bit of romance. I used some of my monthly Spotify Premium audiobook hours to listen to this one while I followed along in my physical review… Continue reading A Proposal to Die For by Molly Harper is a cozy mystery with a wee bit of romance (3.5/5 stars)