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Book Review: Two Seconds Too Late by Dani Pettrey

Book Blurb: A missing woman. Two hit men. When every second counts, who will survive? In the stark but beautiful wilds of northern New...

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Book Review: Everything's Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh

Book Blurb: Sometimes what you think you want and what you actually want turn out to be different things . . . Rosie Waterman has one...

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Book Review: The Collector of Burned Books by Roseanna M. White

Book Blurb: In this gripping World War II historical about the power of words, two people form an unlikely friendship amid the Nazi...

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Book Review: Uneasy Street by Becky Wade

Book Blurb: Christy Award Hall of Fame Author Once upon a time Max Cirillo and Sloane Madison were close friends and business partners....

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Book Review: The Other Sister by Jessica R. Patch

Book Blurb: She thought she was the only one lying about her identity. Until she stepped into her sister’s life. Charlotte Kane has...

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Book Review: Some Like It Scot by Pepper Basham

Book Blurb: She lives her life on the fly. His heart is double-knotted to home. Can two different souls create a life together? Popular...

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Book Review: The Perfect Rom-Com by Melissa Ferguson

Book Blurb: She's written dozens of smash hit romance novels. Too bad no one knows it. Aspiring author Bryony Page attends her first...

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Book Review: Hunted For The Holidays By Deena Alexander

Book Blurb: Keeping out of sight is the only way to stay alive. When Shae Evans spots a familiar face at a Christmas pageant, she knows...

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Book Review: Hope Like Wildflowers by Pepper Basham

Book Blurb: An Appalachian Girl Seeks a Place to Belong Return to the mountains of 1910s Appalachia with beloved author Pepper Basham to...

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Book Review: Saved by the Matchmaker by Jody Hedlund

Book Blurb: After her annulment is finalized, Enya Shanahan finds herself caught in a web of scandal and obligation while carrying a...

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Book Review: His Treasured Bride By Patti Stockdale (Jody Hedlund)

Book Blurb: In twenty-four hours, marriage, mystery, and mayhem. After recently arriving in Vancouver Island on a bride ship, aspiring...

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Book Review: Loyally, Luke by Pepper Basham

Book Blurb: Sometimes love means embracing the good, the bad . . . and even the impossible. Dear Reader, My name is Luke Edgewood, and...

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Book Review: Positively, Penelope by Pepper Basham

Book Blurb: Told mostly through letters, texts, and email, this contemporary romance will charm its way into hearts as Penelope rescues a...

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Book Review: Chasing the Horizon by Mary Connealy

Book Blurb: Upon uncovering her tyrannical father's plot to commit her to an asylum, Beth Rutledge fabricates a plan of her own--she will...

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Book Review: The Irish Matchmaker by Jennifer Deibel

Book Blurb: A daughter of a well-known matchmaker, Catríona Daly is no stranger to the business of love--and sees it as her ticket away...

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Book Review: Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley

Book Blurb: As a child, artist and potter Dani Bennett witnessed the brutal murder of her parents. With no memory of the incident or her...

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Book Review: Rocky Road by Becky Wade

Book Blurb: FBI Agent Jude Camden handles every aspect of his job with by-the-book professionalism. There's no reason why his latest...

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Book Review: One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Book description: Taunting riddles. A deadly string of heists. Two broken hearts trapped in a killer's game. Christian O'Brady was pulled...

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Book Review: Wedding at Sea by Melissa Tagg

Book Blurb: Two enemies. One wedding. And a seaside mystery decades in the making. Lilian doesn’t remember anything about her life before...

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🌱 My peas are popping up!
Tiny, determined, and already reaching for the sun. Garden season is officially underway! ☀️

#PeasPlease #GardenStart #SproutingJoy #GrowYourOwn #PeaShoots #FirstSprouts #WritersLife #WritersGarden #WritingCommunity #ReadingCommunity

Not exactly wildlife—it’s just the neighbor’s turkeys stopping by for a chat. 🦃👀

#countrylife #neighborhoodvisits #turkeytalk #wildlifeornot #backyardguests #neighborhoodpets #turkeyvisitors #smalltownlife #friendlyfaces #writerslife #readingcommunity #writingcommunity

Peach blossoms mean good things ahead 🍑🌸

Fresh blooms on old wood—always a good sign. Here’s hoping for a sweet harvest later this year.

#PeachBlossoms #SpringPromise #FruitOnTheWay #HopeInBloom #OrchardSeason #WritersLife #WritersGarden #WritingCommunity #GardeningCommunity

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

- Proverbs 3:5

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Was here for the plum blossoms… stayed for the cat 😺🌸

I was lining up a shot of the blooms when this guy climbed up like he was born to model. Honestly, he kind of stole the show.

#PlumTreePoser #CatCameo #SpringSurprise #UnexpectedModel #BloomAndPurr #WritersLife #GardenCommunity #CatLife #catsofinstagram

Springtime sunshine and busy bees! 🌼🐝 Watching my daffodils bloom is pure joy—nature’s cheerful reminder that brighter days are here.

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Spring in pink and plum 💮🌸

Loving the contrast of these soft pink blossoms and deep red leaves against the blue sky. Just a quiet moment to appreciate the season.

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Easy Mexican Lasagna: Family Favorite

My sweet sister-in-law made this once for years ago and it was so tasty I asked for the recipe. It has been a staple in our house ever since. Easy to make and delicious!

See full recipe: https://www.genabessire.com/post/easy-mexican-lasagna-family-favorite

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Two Seconds Too Late by @authordanipettrey is available for purchase!

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Two Seconds Too Late is an adrenaline-fueled, action-packed—Dani Pettrey has delivered another thrilling ride...see full review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-two-seconds-too-late-by-dani-pettrey

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Just over here perfecting my model pose. 😼✨ #Catitude #FelineLife #FloofLife #PrettyPoser #catcommunity #writerlife

photo credit: Fluffy Kitty's girl❤

Coming out soon! I can't wait!

Preorder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0764238493?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_1&storeType=ebooks&qid=1688910240&sr=8-1

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��📚✨ Embrace your bookish heart with this charming keychain! Perfect for readers who carry stories wherever they go. 💖 http://tinyurl.com/ilbbbookishcreations

#BookishLove #ReaderGifts #LiteraryLife #readingcommunity #writingcommunity

Is there anything prettier than an orange cat? Yes—TWO orange cats! 🧡🐾
Double the fluff, double the love, double the beauty.

#OrangeCats #GingerDuo #CatGoals #TwoIsBetterThanOne #Writerslife #Writingbuddies

Happy Easter! 🌷🐣 Wishing you a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and sweet memories with those you love. HE IS RISEN! ✨

#HappyEaster #HeIsRisen #EasterBlessings #SpringJoy #FamilyTime #CelebrateHope #EasterSunday

What's your go-to steak marinade? 🥩✨ Mine is simple, flavorful, and always the number one request around here. 😊

Recipe 👉: https://www.genabessire.com/recipes/marinated-steak

#SteakNight #FamilyFavorites #MarinadeMagic #Writerslife #CookingCommunity

Hello again, sweet crocuses! 🌸 These little beauties never fail to make my heart smile. Spring’s gentle magic is everywhere—especially blooming in my backyard. Soaking up another lovely day in the garden! ☀️🌱

#springflowers #crocuslove #prairiecrocus #gardenlife #flowertherapy #yardbliss #naturelover #writersgarden #pnwliving #amwriting #amreading #springvibes #springfever

They're back!!! 🌸✨ Spring has arrived in full color here in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoyed a beautiful weekend of sunshine and garden adventures alongside my favorite gardening partners—my kiddos and my sweetheart. Feeling grateful for days like these! 🌱☀️

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Happy Release Day, @pepperbasham !!! Some Like It Scot is a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ read!

See my full review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-some-like-it-scot-by-pepper-basham

Purchase at your favorite retailer:
https://www.amazon.com/Some-Like-Scot-Pepper-Basham-ebook/dp/B0D8VP99G9/

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🎉😾 When your humans say "Happy April Fool's!" but you're clearly not amused. 🤣🐾

#AprilFools #NotImpressed #ReluctantCat #CatLife #Writerslife #CatModeling

I finally hit “send” on my query letter and synopsis—now the waiting game begins! Trying to remember how to breathe! 😳 Now, back to editing!
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#WritersLife #AmQuerying #WritingCommunity #PublishingJourney #prayerful

photo credit: hannah grace

Naptime is serious business around here. 😼🐾This fluffy snoozer has perfected the art of relaxation!
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#CatNap #FelineLife #CozyVibes #GingerCat #SleepyKitty #WritersLife #catcommunity

My go-to dish for dinner, breakfast, or brunch: 🥔 Tater Tot Casserole 🥔. It’s mouthwatering, never fails to make my husband grin from ear to ear when he realizes what’s on the menu, and it’s crazy easy to whip up!

Tater Tot Casserole: https://www.genabessire.com/post/tater-tot-casserole-by-gena-bessire

#EasyPeasyRecipe #Writerslife #TaterTotCasserole #ComfortFood #EasyMeals #FamilyFavorites #FoodieJoy #EasyCooking #FamilyDinner #BrunchDelight

Happy first day of spring from our festive little amigo! His expression kills me! 🤣
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#SpringVibes #FiestaMood #CatInAHat #HelloSpring #KittyStyle #CatsOfInstagram #WritersLife

Bright, Happy Spring colors! 😍 They’re the perfect gift for any passionate reader in your life.

See the collection of Bookish Creations I've made on Etsy: http://tinyurl.com/ilbbbookishcreations

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Happiness is when you ask your ❤ sweetheart to make you a comfortable footrest for your writing desk, and with a little ingenuity and the help of Amazon, he comes up with this!

#ComfyFeetrest #HappyWriter #DIY #MadeWithLove #Writerslife #SimplePleasures #HappinessInTheLittleThings #WritingCommunity

When your cat is 85% loaf, 15% attitude. 🍞😼

No shame in his chunk game—more to love, more to cuddle! 🐾❤️

#ChunkyCat #BigBoyStatus #CatsofInstagram #WritersLife

Look at all those marshmallows!!! Perched on the counter, making dinner, and sneaking marshmallows straight from the cereal dispenser—because I can! 😜 Living my childhood dream, one marshmallow at a time! 🤫 Don’t tell the kids.

#LuckyCharms #MarshmallowThief #WritersLife #MamaBoss #MomOfMany #ChildhoodDreamComeTrue #DontTellTheKids #MomPerks #WritersofInstagram

This is her resting face. 😼 Honestly, she’s perfectly content being cradled like a baby. 😂🐾

#CatAttitude #RestingCatFace #CuddlyCat #FurryFriend #WritersLife

❤️💙💚💛 Bright, colorful, and crafted with love—these adorable wristlets are perfect for keeping your keys close while showing off your love for books! 📚✨

✨ Bookish Key Fob Wristlets are here! ✨ Grab yours today! 👉 http://tinyurl.com/ilbbbookishcreations

#HandmadeWithLove #BookishVibes #KeyFobWristlets #OneMoreChapter #BookLoverGifts

📚 What are you reading today? I’m diving into Everything's Coming Up Rosie by @courtneywalsh and loving it! 💖

#AmReading #ComingUpRosie #CourtneyWalsh #Bookstagram #WritersLife #sweetromance #comingsoon #arcreads

This handsome gentleman has fully embraced his inner model these past few weeks. 😂 With our freezing temps keeping him indoors, he's officially claimed the title of house cat extraordinaire. 🐾❄️

#HouseCatLife #CatModel #CozyVibes #WinterMood #FurryFriend #writerslife

For all the storytellers, dreamers, and word weavers—this Writer key charm is the perfect little reminder to keep creating. 🖋️📖💜

Carry your love for writing wherever you go!
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#WriterLife #BookishCharm #AmWriting #KeychainLove #WritersOfInstagram
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😍😍😍 Yay! Another amazing book is released into the book world!

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What a wonderful ending to a great series!

Sloane Madison and Max Cirillo were once best friends and business partners, building their dream company from the ground up. But four years ago, a devastating fallout led to Sloane being forced out of the company she helped create. While Max turned their college project into a billion-dollar company, Sloane moved on, launching an etiquette business of her own—successful but nowhere near as well as Max... I love every Becky Wade book I read. From her very first Porter Family series to the Sons of Scandal series, she has a beautiful way of creating believable, flawed, and lovable characters that draw me in every time. Uneasy Street is no exception! [read more]

Full Review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-uneasy-street-by-becky-wade

Order your copy today!

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Coming in April!!! @pepperbasham 's Some Like It Scot releases soon!!!

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Pepper D. Basham you’ve done it again! You made me laugh, swoon, and blink back tears. As a fellow tall lady, I fell in love with Katie and her deep longing for love and a place to call home. I felt like I was right there with her, exploring Scotland and experiencing every magical moment. This story was beautifully written, laugh-out-loud funny, and an absolute delight to read. I’m truly sad to say goodbye to Katie and Graeme—I could follow their adventures forever. What a fantastic book! Highly recommend!

See my full review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-some-like-it-scot-by-pepper-basham

Preorder it at your favorite retailer:
https://www.amazon.com/Some-Like-Scot-Pepper-Basham-ebook/dp/B0D8VP99G9/

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One of my favorite sewing notions to create. Magnetic Pincushions! Say goodbye to lost needles with these cute handmade needle minders! ✨ Perfect for sewing, quilting, or cross-stitching, they’re as pretty as they are practical. 🌸 I am in love with my new fabric. Which one’s your favorite?

#NeedleMinders #HandmadeWithLove #SewingTools #CraftingEssentials #Icannotstopcrafting

This recipe was recommended to us by my sister, who got it from my brother, who found it online. That practically makes it a family recipe, right!?! I have since adapted it to fit our family, the pantry supplies we have on hand, and dietary restrictions.

See full recipe: https://www.genabessire.com/post/family-favorite-korean-beef-keto-friendly

#writerslife #amwriting #amreading #amediting #familytime #authorsofinstagram #dinnertime #koreanbeef #sotasty #soeasy

"My weekend is all booked! 📚✨ This charming keyring is a must-have for book lovers who always have a story (or two) lined up. Who else has a weekend full of pages ahead? 🖤

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#MyWeekendIsAllBooked #BookLoverGift #KeychainLove #HandmadeWithLove #BookishCharm #WeekendReads

📦 "If it fits, I sit." 📦😼 Prime real estate right here! Who needs fancy beds when you have the purrfect cardboard castle? 🏰✨ #IfIfitsIsit #BoxLife #CatRoyalty #CatLife #MajesticFeline #HouseRulesByCats #Catstagram #Writerslife

You know when you can see it so clearly, but the picture just can’t quite capture what you’re seeing? ❄️✨

That red barn peeking through icy branches feels like a perfect winter postcard. It is so much prettier in person. Sigh! ❤️

#Writerslife #WinterVibes #FrostyViews #CountryCharm #SeasonalBeauty #CapturedButNotQuite

❄️ It’s cold outside, which makes it the perfect day for chili! 🌶️ One of my favorite go-to winter meals to stay warm and cozy.

🍲 Check out my easy homemade chili recipe here: https://www.genabessire.com/recipes/zesty-homemade-chili

✨ Bonus: My cinnamon roll recipe is the perfect side to pair with this chili. 😊

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Book Review: Two Seconds Too Late by Dani Pettrey

Book Review: Everything's Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh

Book Review: The Collector of Burned Books by Roseanna M. White

Book Review: Uneasy Street by Becky Wade

Book Review: The Other Sister by Jessica R. Patch

Book Review: Some Like It Scot by Pepper Basham

Book Review: The Perfect Rom-Com by Melissa Ferguson

Book Review: Hunted For The Holidays By Deena Alexander

Book Review: Hope Like Wildflowers by Pepper Basham

Book Review: Saved by the Matchmaker by Jody Hedlund

Book Review: His Treasured Bride By Patti Stockdale (Jody Hedlund)

Book Review: Loyally, Luke by Pepper Basham

Book Review: Positively, Penelope by Pepper Basham

Book Review: Chasing the Horizon by Mary Connealy

Book Review: The Irish Matchmaker by Jennifer Deibel

Book Review: Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley

Book Review: Rocky Road by Becky Wade

Book Review: One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Book Review: Wedding at Sea by Melissa Tagg

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