Bookmarks 'n Blankets

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 . F...

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. Sutanto He Started It by Samantha Down...

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...

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 yo...

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...

It's time for another Real-Time Reaction: Pages to Popcorn episode, where I read the book and then watch the movie.  I have not had the best luck with Taylor Jenkins Reid’s historical fiction books, but I am curious to see if I will enjoy her contemporary romance books more and figure out once and for all if she is the author for me.  In this episode, I’m checking out One True Loves , both th...

As the air turns crisp and the nights grow longer, there is no better time to curl up with a hauntingly beautiful Gothic tale. Whether you love fantasy, historical fiction, or horror, these stories are perfect companions for your fall reading. Come find out which 12 Gothic books I want to read this season. Plus, I'll let you know about 20 NEW books coming out in September! *Please note that t...

I am thrilled to share some exciting news - my brand new website is officially live ! This project has been a long time in the making, and thanks to my husband’s thoughtful birthday gift this year, Bookmarks ‘n Blankets now has a beautiful new home. The fresh design has completely elevated the look and feel of the site, and I could not be happier with how it turned out. On the site, you will find...

Fall is right around the corner, and I’m ready to read all the cozy, autumnal books to celebrate this beautiful time of year. Come find out which fall-related or fall-themed books I’m excited to read this season. *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...

Summer is the perfect season to set sail on a few magical pirate adventures filled with mermaids, sea monsters, pirate ships, glittering treasure chests, and maybe even a touch of romance. Come find out three pirate fantasy books I’m excited to read in this real-time reaction episode. You can find the companion blog here . Books I React to in this Episode:  The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Sha...

It's time for another Real-Time Reaction: Pages to Popcorn episode where I read the book, and then watch the movie.  In this installment, I’m diving into My Oxford Year by the incredibly talented Julia Whelan, the Queen of Audiobooks herself. I’ll be reading the book, watching the movie, and sharing my thoughts along the way in real time (spoiler-free). Come find out what I think of her conte...

I’m ready to travel back in time with these 13 historical fiction books. I have a large variety in many different time periods. Come find out which titles I’m excited to read this month. Also, listen to the intro for a special surprise 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 t...

We are already halfway through the reading year, so I’m doing the ultra-popular mid-year freakout book tag. I will talk about the good, the bad, and the surprising. Come find out which books I’ve deemed the best and worst of the year so far. Plus, I'll let you know about some new releases coming in the second half of the year that I'm super excited about. You can find the companion blog...

I’m gettin crazy by changing up my summer reading list, throwing in not one, but two holiday-themed TBR book lists. In honor of Summerween, I have 6 mystery and thriller books. And in honor of Christmas in July, I have 6 holiday romcoms. Come find out which titles I chose to read in July. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all soun...

I needed to mix up my spring reading list with a couple of thrillers by two of my favorite authors and try some new fantasy authors. I even had a five-star read in the mix! Come find out which five books I read in March and April.  You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: Survive the Night by Riley Sager Hidden Bodies by Caroline Kepnes New Moon by Stephanie Meyer The...

During the spring months, I was in the mood for all things cottagecore and Regency Romance stories. I read some amazing historical romance books and found a couple of new all-time favorites. Come find out which titles I read in March and April.  You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen Where the...

Summertime is here, and I’m ready to read all the books with summer vibes or perfect beach reads. Come find out the 12 titles I’m excited to check 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 . Shop at Book Outl...

I read seven contemporary romance books in March and April. A couple of them were brand-new releases, AND I found my new all-time favorite romcom book. Come find out which romance titles I read this spring. You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: Swept Away by Beth O’Leary It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks Happiness for Beginner...

The Bookmarks ‘n Blankets Podcast is turning two years old! I can’t believe I’ve been hosting this show for so long and have over 100 episodes. Amazing! Come celebrate with me as I reflect on a wonderful 24 months of this exciting venture. I will share my favorite books in my favorite genres from the past two years, answer questions from the anniversary and birthday book tags, and share my thought...

I’ve been in a huge historical fiction mood this spring, so I’m continuing this trend with historical fantasy books. Come find out which 12 titles are on my TBR book list to read. *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 . Sh...

It's time for another Real-Time Reaction: Pages to Popcorn episode where I read the book, then watch the movie.  Katherine Center has become a favorite romance author of mine recently. I’m working on reading her backlist, and when I saw that there was a movie based on her book, Happiness for Beginners, I knew I had to check it out and mark another one of her books off my list. Come find what...

It’s time to continue this teen angsty vampire, human, werewolf love triangle with Edward, Bella, and Jacob. Come find out my thoughts about New Moon while reacting to it in real time.   You can find the companion blog here . If you haven't listened to my thoughts on book one, Twilight, you can check out episode 79. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you...

Escape into the charm of cozy cottages, lush gardens, and heartwarming tales with these 12 cottagecore books. Perfect for spring, these stories bring magic, comfort, and the beauty of nature to life! Come find out which spring cottagecore books I want to read 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 m...

I read some incredible fantasy stories in January and February, including a five-star read that has become one of my new all-time favorite YA romantasies! Come find out the six books that enchanted me with their magic. You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: The Life Impossible by Matt Haig From Wonderland, With Love by Jeffrey Westhoff Sea Witch by Sarah Henning A M...

During the winter, I was in the mood for mysteries and thrillers. I was so excited to get my hands on many new releases. Unfortunately, not all of them lived up to the hype in my opinion. Come find out which six books I read and which ones left me wanting more.   You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: The Nature of Disappearing by Kimi Cunningham Grant Witchcraft fo...