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Hey story lovers, it’s time to unwind, relax, and get comfy cozy! Each week, I discuss one of my favorite pastimes - reading books. I also love talking about cozy living, cozy hobbies, self-care, and mindfulness tips. If you like reviews, recommendations, discussions, and a whole lot more, then you’re in the right place. Join me with your favorite blanket, beverage, and snack, and let’s get cozy together!
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There is some highly disturbing news emerging in the book world about YA (or Young Adult) books, and we need to talk about it. Come find out all the controversy surrounding this genre of novels. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxd
Spring is almost here, which means it’s Cottagecore Season. I’m ready to read all the Regency Romance books. Come find out which titles I’m excited to read this spring season. Plus, I'll let you know about 11 new books coming out this month! *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find the companion blog here. If you want to join my year-long Closed-Do...
So, how many books did I read in 2025? I’m ready to reveal all my reading stats from last year and answer these fun book tag questions. Come find out my favorite books, least favorite books, biggest surprises, biggest disappointments, and so much more! You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxd
If you’re a fantasy reader, then you’re probably aware of how much mature content is packed into these types of books today. However, you don’t have to compromise your morals and values with books in this popular genre. You can still enjoy clean fantasy stories. Come find out 12 spice-free fantasy books you can read instead. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some poi...
Unfortunately, not every book you pick up will be a winner. There will always be books that just don’t work for a reader. Come find out which books did not work for me and were my biggest disappointments of 2025. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxd
Last year, I read an incredible amount of amazing books that left lasting impressions on me. Now I’m ready to gush about my top favorites of 2025. Come find out which titles were the best of the best and made my top 10 list of the year. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxd
What an incredible third year in the online book community. I read some amazing books and found new all-time favorite authors. Yet, there are still so many books and authors to explore in 2026. Come find out all of my reading, podcast, and bookish intentions and plans for this new year. Plus, I’ll give you a quick update on my personal life. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: Twit...
2026 is looking to be a huge release year. I’m really excited to read new books by many of my favorite authors, as well as check out some new authors this year. Come find out which 12 new books I’m excited to read in this first quarter. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find the companion blog here. If you want to join my year-long Closed-D...
My husband is back to choose 12 more high-priority books for me to read in 2026. Come find out which titles he chose for me to read next year and what I thought of his picks. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on...
I’ve decided to make a change in the type of books that I read moving forward into the new year. Plus, I’m launching my very first reading challenge in 2026. Come sit down with me for a real talk and the announcement of a fun book challenge. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxdIf you’re interested in exclusive member goodies...
It’s the most wonderful time of year! It’s when we embrace the holiday season, and what better way than to read some Christmas romances? Come find out all the contemporary clean romcoms I’m excited to read this month (and many of them are brand new releases). Plus, I'll let you know about 3 NEW books coming out in December! *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some poin...
This past autumn, I was in the mood for gothic fantasies and cozy horror books for Spooky Season. I even had two five-star reads. Come find out which novels I read and what I thought about them. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: A Tempest of Tea by Hafsah FaizalA Study in Drowning by Ava ReidStalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri ManiscalcoThe Vampire Knitting Club by Nancy WarrenBless Your Heart by Lindy RyanRemain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night ShyamalanA Gr...
This past Halloween season, I was really in the mood to read some witchy fantasy books. I haven’t had the best luck with this genre in the past; however, I think I broke that streak because not only did I find some new favorite authors, but I even had three five-star reads. Come find out which witchy fantasy books I read and what I thought about them. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: Practical Magic by Alice HoffmanHeartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccar...
Still wanting to take advantage of the autumn season, I’ve curated a list of cozy fall romance books that I want to read this month. Come find out which titles I’m excited to check out during this autumnal season. Plus, I'll let you know about 12 NEW books coming out in November! *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find the companion blog here. Sho...
It’s finally time to read the modern-day witchy classic, Practical Magic. In this Pages to Popcorn episode, I’ll be reading the book while giving you my thoughts in real time, and then watching the movie. Come find out if I think this popular witchy book lives up to all the hype. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxdIf you want to ...
I’m ready for a murder mystery on the high seas. In this Pages to Popcorn episode, I’m checking out The Woman in Cabin 10, both the book and the movie. Come find out what I think of this isolated thriller story as I share my thoughts and reactions in real time. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodReadsLetterboxdIf you want to support the show ev...
It’s time to try some more favorite books from my favorite BookTubers. In this episode, I’m trying three popular thrillers that are also perfect for autumn reading or Spooky Season. Come find out which books I’m excited to read and react to in real time. You can find the companion blog here. Books I React to in this Episode: You Will Never Be Me by Jesse Q. SutantoHe Started It by Samantha DowningThey Never Learn by Layne Fargo*If you're interested in listening to the first two episode...
Spooky Reading Season is here, and Halloween is right around the corner. This year, I’m choosing more light-hearted, cozy reads for this seasonal time of year. Come find out which 13 spooky books I’m excited to read. Plus, I'll let you know about 14 NEW books coming out in October! *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find the companion blog here. S...
When autumn rolls around, I want to immerse myself in all the fall romance books, especially if they offer lots of autumnal and food descriptions. In this episode of Pages to Popcorn, I’ll be reading the book, Pumpkin Everything, and then watching the Hallmark movie. Come find out my thoughts in real time. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: TwitterFacebookInstagramPinterestGoodRea...
It’s time to read a couple more best books of last year from a couple of my favorite BookTubers. These picks are also perfect for the spring season and cottagecore vibes. Plus, I’m FINALLY reading one of the most famous authors in literary history for the very first time. Come find out what books I’m excited to read and react to in real time. You can find the companion blog here. Books I React to in this Episode: Pride & Prejudice by Jane AustenUnequal Affections by Lara S. Ormisto...
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