A soulful, character driven cozy mystery that blends humor, heart, and community with a slightly grittier edge than your typical small town whodunit. Goodreads | Savvy Summers and the Sweet Potato Crimes Release date: July 29, 2025 Publisher: Minotaur Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: A sparkling debut mystery set on the south side of Chicago, featuring … Continue reading Savvy Summers and the Sweet Potato Crimes by Sandra Jackson Opoku
A Date with Death by Kelly Creagh
A Date with Death is a fun and entertaining paranormal romance that combines humor, sweetness, and a touch of steam. The premise of a Grim Reaper developing emotions after meeting a librarian is both dramatic and surprisingly funny, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
Up to No Gouda by Linda Reilly
A charming small town culinary cozy mystery featuring gourmet grilled cheese, found family, and a likable amateur sleuth you’ll want to follow through the entire series. Goodreads | Up to No Gouda Release date: January 25, 2022 Publisher: Poisoned Pen Genre: Cozy Mystery Synopsis: The first in a delicious new culinary cozy series featuring a … Continue reading Up to No Gouda by Linda Reilly
Single Dad Romance Books I Can’t Stop Recommending
Grumpy heroes, nanny romances, small town settings, and the single dads who completely stole my heart. There’s just something about a single dad romance that gets me every single time. Give me a protective hero, adorable kids, emotional family moments, and a romance that feels like home, and I’m completely sold. Whether you’re new to … Continue reading Single Dad Romance Books I Can’t Stop Recommending
Windy Harbor Series by Willow Aster: Reading Order, Reviews & Rankings
A spoiler free guide to the interconnected small town romance series, including my thoughts on each book, favorite tropes, audiobook notes, and where this series ranks for me. Series at a Glance Series: Windy Harbor Author: Willow Aster Genre: Contemporary Romance Setting: Windy Harbor, Minnesota Format: Interconnected standalone romances Overall Series Rating: 4.5 average (so … Continue reading Windy Harbor Series by Willow Aster: Reading Order, Reviews & Rankings
Beacon Bakeshop Cozy Mystery Series Guide by Darci Hannah
A charming cozy mystery series full of seasonal vibes, baking, and one unforgettable Newfoundland Looking for a cozy mystery series that feels like a Hallmark movie with a murder mystery thrown in? The Beacon Bakeshop Mysteries by Darci Hannah deliver charming small town vibes, delicious baked goods, seasonal settings, and a lovable cast of characters … Continue reading Beacon Bakeshop Cozy Mystery Series Guide by Darci Hannah
What to Read After Watching Love Island USA: 11 Books Full of Villa Drama, Reality TV Chaos & Messy Romance
Missing the villa already? These romance novels, thrillers, and behind the scenes reads deliver all the bombshells, betrayals, and binge worthy drama that make Love Island USA so addictive. Can I Pull You for a Chat? 🏝️💕 Every summer I tell myself I won’t get emotionally invested in Love Island USA. And every summer, without … Continue reading What to Read After Watching Love Island USA: 11 Books Full of Villa Drama, Reality TV Chaos & Messy Romance
Hot Girl Murder Club by Ashley Winstead
A razor sharp thriller about sisterhood, revenge, and women done asking for permission Goodreads Release date: July 14, 2026 Publisher: Minotaur Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: From national bestselling author Ashley Winstead comes a buzzy, bloody new thriller about success, sisterhood, and demanding justice…by any means necessary. What’s a girl got to do to get some fame, … Continue reading Hot Girl Murder Club by Ashley Winstead
Falling for You by Natasha Madison
A sweet, spicy surprise pregnancy romance with a golden retriever hero you’ll absolutely adore Goodreads Release date: July 14, 2026 Publisher: Blackstone Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Natasha Madison turns up the heat when a night of passionate brings together a man who was never looking for love and a woman … Continue reading Falling for You by Natasha Madison
Endless Summer Nights by Willow Aster
Four books in, and Windy Harbor is still delivering the emotional romance, family chaos, and small town charm that keeps me coming back. Release date: July 9, 2026 Publisher: Willow Aster Genre: Contemporary Romance Narrator: Megan Wicks and Gideon Frost Synopsis: A steamy, second-chance, small-town, hockey romance full of heartbreak, heat, and the one he … Continue reading Endless Summer Nights by Willow Aster
