Bookmarks 'n Blankets

It’s time to fall in love during the autumn season by exploring stories that perfectly capture the atmosphere this time of year. Come find out three seasonal fall romance books I’m excited to react to in real time. Plus, I've included two bonuses - a novella and a short story.    You can find the companion blog here . Books I React to in this Episode:  My Stubborn Heart by Becky Wade The Rule...

Fall is my favorite time of the year. Come get to know me more on a personal level as I answer some more fall and seasonal holiday-related questions to get in the cozy and spooky autumn vibes. Plus, I’ve included a few interactive segments in the show that I think you'll really enjoy as well! You can find the companion blog here . If you wish to listen to my autumnal episodes from last year,...

Spooky Season is here, and Halloween is right around the corner. It’s time to get our fright on and read some stories that will make our blood run cold and send shivers down our spines. Come find out the 13 books that are perfect for this creepy, spooky time of year. *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, s...

With fall just around the corner and Spooky Season approaching, I was in the mood for some popular witchy reads. I picked a mix of books, ranging from cozy fantasy to horror fantasy and young adult (YA) teen drama. Since I’m still fairly new to the witchy genre, I’m just starting to explore it. Come find out the titles I’ve chosen for this real-time reactions episode. You can find the companion bl...

I'm starting a NEW series where I react to books in real time! It's FINALLY time to read the popular Twilight Saga. I know I'm about 20 years late to the party and have seen all the movies, but I'm ready to dive into the books to see what all the hype is about. Here are my real-time thoughts and opinions as I read this first book in the series. Enjoy! You can find the companion...

Spooky Season is upon us, and I’m ready to dive into some books to celebrate this special time of year. Come find out the 10 books with dark academia and gothic vibes that I’m planning 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...

I was able to get my hands on some brand-new releases as well as a few summer thrillers. Come find out what I thought about these eight mystery & thriller books. You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: Mister Magic by Kiersten White One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier The Only Survivors by Megan Miranda The Midnight Feast...

I’ve been reading a lot of mystery & thrillers, fantasy, and contemporary romance books lately. So now, I’m ready to change things up and go back in time with some historical fiction books I’ve wanted to read. Come find out 12 highly anticipated novels I’m excited 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...

I have more ARCs (advanced reader copies) to read and review via NetGalley. I’m super excited about these upcoming new releases, so I thought I’d share my 10 most highly anticipated books coming out in late summer and early fall. Come find out what I’ll be reading so I can let you know if they are worth your time or not. You can find the companion blog here . Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to...

Even though I moved over 1,300 miles across the country in April, I still read a good amount of books. Come find out what I thought about these nine titles. You can find the companion blog here . I read a Historical Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Reading Challenge that one of my favorite BookTubers is hosting. If you want to learn more and join in the fun, you can watch her vide...

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. You can find the companion blog here . Mid-Year Freak-Out Book Tag Questions:  Best Books of 2024 So Far Best Sequels of 2024 So Far Biggest Disappointments o...

I’m mixing up my summer reading list by adding two holidays to celebrate a little early. I’ll be reading some spooky books in honor of Summerween, and then I’ll also be reading some holiday books in honor of Christmas in July. Come find out the stories that I’ve chosen 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 soun...

March was a huge reading month with lots of titles! I participated in Middle Grade March, got a couple of Irish books read in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, and marked a few highly anticipated books off my list. Come find out what I thought about all of these books. You can find the companion blog here  for the nine adult books. I read a Historical Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Re...

It's officially summer!! The weather is heating up, and so are the summer book lists! It's the perfect time to pick up a seasonal book or a breezy beach read to get you in the summer spirit. I've curated 16 fantastic books across various genres that are perfect for summertime. Come find out what I'll be reading during these hot months! *Please note that this is NOT a recommenda...

The Bookmarks ‘n Blankets Podcast is turning one year old! I can’t believe I’ve been hosting this show for an entire year. Amazing! Come celebrate with me as I reflect on a wonderful 12 months of this exciting venture. I will share my favorite books in my favorite genres from the past year, answer questions from the anniversary and birthday book tags, and share my thoughts about the future of this...

If you’re a seasonal reader looking for some springtime books or books that give you cottagecore vibes, then I have the perfect list for you. Come find out what I plan to read this spring and early summer. *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 th...

I’ve got four more romance books that I read in February to talk about, plus a Valentine’s Day romance short story collection. Come find out what I thought about these 10 titles. You can find the companion blog here . (Links to the free Amazon short story collections are on the blog.) Books I Review in This Episode: Earls Trip by Jenny Holiday City of Stardust by Georgia Summers Expiration Dates b...

My NetGalley ARC list has been dramatically increasing over these past few weeks. So I thought I’d share with you my most highly anticipated upcoming new releases for the spring and summer that I’m approved to read before their publication dates. Come find out which authors’ new books I’m super eager to read. You can find the companion blog here . Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off...

The month of love wasn’t as lovey-dovey as I would’ve liked. There were some amazing books, and then some terrible books. So, let’s talk about it. Come find out which books I read in February and what I thought about them. You can find the companion blog here . I read a Contemporary Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Reading Challenge that one of my favorite BookTubers is hosting. I...

It’s that time of year to re-connect to the child within, re-visit some childhood favorites, and hopefully find some new favorites by reading middle grade books for Middle Grade March. Come find out 15 children’s books that are high on my TBR book list. *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 exc...

January was an amazing reading month, where I read 18 books in total. In this episode, I’ll discuss the rest of the books I read last month. Come find out which titles I read - and four of them are five stars! You can find the companion blog here . Books I Review in This Episode: To the Wild Horizon by Imogen Martin Olivetti by Allie Millington The Fury by Alex Michaelides The Heiress by Rachel Ha...

Wow! I had an amazing start to my 2024 reading journey. I read in multiple genres, marked some books off a few lists, and had five 5-star books, and a few of those are already on my best of 2024 book list. Come find out 11 of the books I read in January in this first part. You can find the companion blog here . I read a Regency Romance book as part of the #ReadChristianRomance Reading Challenge th...

In February, we celebrate Valentine’s Day, so in honor of the month of love, I’ve compiled a list of 15 romance books I want to read. Come find out which titles I’m hoping will make me swoon. *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 bl...

If you’re a seasonal reader looking for some books set in the winter, then I have the book list for you. Come find out which 15 winter books I’m excited to read during these cold months of the year.   *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 com...

I finished the year off strong and said goodbye to 2023 with some wonderful Christmas books and a few fantasy books that I had been wanting to read, plus some graphic novels. Come find out which books I read in December. (There are a lot, a total of 22 books!) 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 . Fo...