📚💙 Meet the Author Monday 🖋️Today's featured author is R.L. Balladrael! If you enjoy fantasy filled with rich world-building, memorable characters& epic adventures, R.L. Balladrael is an author worth exploring. Read my review of Icara's Flight and learn more about R.L. Balladrael

Icara's Flight By R.L. Balladrael | Book Review

Can paradise survive the truth? Read my review of Icara's Flight by R.L. Balladrael, a thought-provoking space opera filled with political intrigue, immersive world-building, and moral complexity.

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💙📚 Some of the best picture books celebrate the everyday heroes children see all around them. My latest review features Bobbie Bin's Busy Day by Rina Croft—a heartwarming story about community helpers, kindness, &taking pride in your work. Read more: buff.ly/gUFbQwh #ChildrensBooks #BookReview

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💙📚 Most psychological thrillers ask readers to solve a mystery. The Missing Episode asks a more unsettling question: What happens when the storyteller becomes part of the story? Tom Hobbs delivers emotional suspense, believable characters, and a mystery that stays with you. Review:

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Friday Finds is live! 📚 Two new reviews 🌟 Featured Author Nancy Fraser 🫐 Blackberry Crumble Muffins ☕ A beautiful floral tea cup 💬 Reader Question Come discover something new this week. 🔗 ginaraemitchell.com/friday-finds...

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Some stories have survived for a thousand years for a reason. 💙📚 Jennifer Ivy Walker's Dragonslayer's Valkyrie beautifully reimagines the legendary romance of Sigurd and Brynhildr through immersive worldbuilding, Norse mythology, and unforgettable characters. buff.ly/AZLg6mf #historicalromance

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💙📚 Inspired by real events, Sounds Like Trouble to Me by Jean Trounstine is a compelling debut about courage, injustice, and finding your voice. It's an emotionally powerful novel that lingers long after the last page. #BookReview #LiteraryFiction 📖 buff.ly/Qhjnd6X @jeantrounstine.com

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📚💙 Meet the Author Monday I'm excited to kick off a new weekly series highlighting authors whose work has stayed with me long after I finished reading. Today's featured author is Craig Wells. His novel Soccerwild reminded me why I continue to champion middle-grade fiction. ⬇️more buff.ly/qZBLICf

The best reading discoveries happen when we venture beyond our usual genres. This week's Friday Finds includes: 📚 Soccerwild 🌟 Kirsten Weiss Author Spotlight 📖 #SPAAW 🍓 No-Bake Berry Cheesecake Cups 💬 A reader question about unexpected favorites I'd love to hear your answer!

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Looking for a dark fantasy with layered magic, memorable characters, and impossible choices? 💙📚 I enjoyed Corinne Price's debut, Wrought in Flesh, and shared why it makes a strong start to a new fantasy series. 📖 Review: ginaraemitchell.com/wrought-in-f... #BookReview #Fantasy #DarkFantasy

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⚽ Book Review | Soccerwild by Craig Wells Not every middle-grade novel follows a traditional path—and Soccerwild is one of those rare books that takes a creative risk. Written in a stream-of-consciousness style, Craig Wells tells the story of Tobias, a young boy navigating grief, family loss, and…

Soccerwild by Craig Wells | A Moving Middle-Grade Novel About Grief, Healing, and Finding Hope in the Wild

Can an unconventional writing style deepen an emotional story? In Soccerwild, Craig Wells explores grief, healing, and resilience through the eyes of a young boy whose unexpected friendship with a coyote pup helps him begin finding hope again. Read my full review to see why this thoughtful middle-grade novel stayed with me long after the final page.

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Galactic cops, alien warlords, space battles, romantic chemistry—and one very determined alien baby. 💙📚 Today's book feature is Cops in Space by Gail Koger. Read an excerpt and enter the tour giveaway! ginaraemitchell.com/cops-in-spac... #SciFiRomance #BookFeature gailswarlords30.bsky.social

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If your favorite science fiction combines immersive world-building with memorable characters and thought-provoking questions, Icara's Flight is worth a look. 💙📚 I especially enjoyed the tension between paradise and truth that runs through the entire story. Read my full review!

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💙📚 This week's Friday Finds features two wonderful books, my new Author Spotlight series with M.K. Scott, a refreshing cucumber-mint lemonade recipe, and a Bookish Find that every reader might appreciate. I hope you'll stop by and spend a few relaxing minutes with me. 📚

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One of the things I enjoy about LS Delorme's writing is that the fantasy never overshadows the humanity. 💙📚 Sabbatical: Part One is a companion collection to the Limerent universe, welcoming new readers while rewarding longtime fans with imaginative stories & memorable characters 🔗

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I expected a historical mystery with a little romance. Instead, Letters From Lucca completely caught me off guard. By the second half, I wasn't just following Sammi's search for answers —I was emotionally invested in Rosa's story. 📚💙 Read my full review: buff.ly/IJKCWAM @ixtumea.bsky.social

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Happy Friday! 🌼 This week's Friday Finds features: 🏆 Fiona and the Forgotten Piano (BBNYA Winner) 🌆 The Below 🌟 Kate Ellington as Author of the Week 🍓 Strawberry Basil Lemonade 📚💙 Summer reading inspiration I hope you'll discover your next favorite book. 🔗

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When the trees begin to sing, one girl discovers that music holds the key to magic. Congrats again to k8demaiowrites.bsky.social, whose Fiona & the Forgotten Piano was named the 2025 BBNYA Winner. An imaginative middle-grade fantasy with heart. 📚💙 Read more: ginaraemitchell.com/fiona-and-th...

What if the last habitable place on Earth hid humanity's greatest secret? My review of The Below by Scott T. Miller is now live! A fast-paced cyberpunk thriller filled with mystery, immersive world-building, and unforgettable characters. 📚💙 🔗 ginaraemitchell.com/the-below-by... #SciFi #Cyberpunk

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🏆 Congratulations to Kate DeMaio! Fiona and the Forgotten Piano has been named the 2025 BBNYA Winner. 💙📚 Do you love magical middle-grade adventures filled with music, mystery, & heart? Learn more about this enchanting indie fantasy. ginaraemitchell.com/fiona-and-th... k8demaiowrites.bsky.social

Fiona And The Forgotten Piano By Kate DeMaio | BBNYA 2025 Winner

Discover Fiona and the Forgotten Piano by Kate DeMaio, the 2025 BBNYA winner. This middle-grade fantasy blends music, magic, friendship, and adventure.

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📚💙 Happy Friday! 🌼 This week's #FridayFinds features: 📚 Anne E. Beall as Author of the Week 🚀 Four new book recommendations 🌿 A botanical Friday Find 💬 A Reader Question about books that surprised you Come discover your next read! 🔗 ginaraemitchell.com/friday-finds...

Friday Finds July 3, 2026 | Books, Reading Life & Summer Discoveries

Welcome to Friday Finds July 3 2026 featuring Anne E. Beall as Author of the Week, four new book recommendations, a botanical Friday Find, reading inspiration, and summer literary discoveries.

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I've enjoyed following Professor Meridia Vail's journey from the very beginning, and The Engine in the Sky may be the strongest installment yet. If you enjoy thoughtful, character-driven science fiction, this series deserves a spot on your TBR. 📚💙 Read my review: ginaraemitchell.com/the-engine-i...

Sometimes the best books are the ones outside your usual comfort zone. ⭐ 4.5 stars for A Superhero Called Doberman by John & Shami Stovall. Fast-paced, imaginative, and a great introduction to progression fantasy. 📚💙 Review: ginaraemitchell.com/a-superhero-... #BookReview #Fantasy #LitRPG

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At first, The Awkward Out of Sync Half Life of Funk left me feeling as off-balance as its title suggests. Then it clicked. 💙📚 If you enjoy thoughtful cyberpunk with psychological depth, believable characters, and surprising twists, this novella is worth a look. ginaraemitchell.com/awkward-out-...

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This week’s Friday Finds is full of books, summer gatherings, family fun, and a sweet picnic-ready recipe. Stop by for four featured reviews, Frederick J. Burns as Author of the Week, and a reader question about favorite summer traditions. 💙📚 ginaraemitchell.com/friday-finds...

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The most frightening part of Breakthrough Lies is how believable it feels. 💙📚 Jay B. Greene's investigative thriller follows reporter Jack Kendall as he uncovers corruption, abuse, and powerful people determined to keep the truth hidden. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Breakthrough Lies By Jay B. Greene | Review | A Jack Kendall Mystery | Gina Rae Mitchell

Breakthrough Lies by Jay B. Greene is a gripping investigative thriller that explores corruption, abuse, and the cost of looking the other way. Read my 5-star review of this standalone-friendly Jack…

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A fascinating blend of historical nonfiction, mystery, military history, and family legacy. 💙📚 Today I'm featuring A Soul on Trial by Robin R. Cutler, along with a guest post about Rosa Sutton and her remarkable search for truth. 🔗

A Soul On Trial By Robin R. Cutler | Review & Guest Post

A Soul on Trial by Robin R. Cutler blends historical nonfiction, mystery, military history, and family legacy in a fascinating true story of one mother's search for truth and justice.

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A stolen song, broken trust, and a young girl determined to reclaim her voice. Stolen: The Orion Sessions #2 by Cheryl DaVeiga is an uplifting middle-grade story about friendship, resilience, kindness, and perseverance. Review: ginaraemitchell.com/stolen-the-o... #BookSky #MiddleGradeBooks

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A mysterious young man, a six-year disappearance, & a second chance at love. 💙📚 Romance at Ridgeford Hall by Kate Ellington is a charming Regency romance filled with friendship, humor, and family secrets. 📖 Review: ginaraemitchell.com/romance-at-r... #HistoricalRomance kateellington.bsky.social

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Friendship, kindness, confidence, & self-acceptance shine throughout Orion's journey in Best Friends: The Orion Sessions by Cheryl DaVeiga. 💙📚 My review includes a wonderful guest post from Cheryl about the real-life experiences that inspired Orion's journey. 🔗

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Family secrets, royal intrigue, and undeniable chemistry make A Duchess with a Secret an engaging enemies-to-lovers romance. Although it's Book 9 in the series, it works wonderfully as a standalone. 💙📚 My review: ginaraemitchell.com/a-duchess-wi... goddessfish.bsky.social #BookReview #RomanceBooks

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