The Glorious Train Wreck Mom

There are so many new books. New series. Continuing series. I'm so excited to see all these new books coming out. My bank account isn't so happy. My bookshelf may need a companion to help bear the weight of a book haul. I fail to see the issue with getting another bookshelf, but oh well. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2021/09/28/october-cozy-myst...

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2021 has been like 2020 Jr. Not nearly as bad but still enough to make you mumble, "WTF?" twenty times a day. I know I'm supposed to be an adult and watch the news and stay up on current events but when you have anxiety and depression, that's just adding kerosene to the campfire. We all need something to take out minds off the daily grind and twenty four hour news cycle. We need to laugh. So, for...

A new month is approaching. That means new book releases. And this October books are dropping like the leaves. So, I broke this list into four posts to keep it from being too long. Some are Fall themed. Some are Winter themed. And some are in between. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2021/09/27/10-cozy-mystery-october-releases/

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Um. Excuse me. Where did summer go? And why are there only three more months of 2021? I swear the year end slide starts around July fifth, Even worse, the leaves are already changing and dropping here. It's still in the nineties. Like, how am I supposed to take cute fall pictures when it feels like summer? Well, as a tribute to Summer 2021, I am giving you my top five favorite books that I read. A...

Not going to lie. I love fall. Have you figured that out? And I love reading. I love reading in fall. Outside. With a cup of coffee. And a blanket. That is goals. That is a dream life. But I know not everyone is getting the cooler temps right now. So, I figured I would help out and give you five more cozy mystery books with a fall theme. Not all of these are the first in the series and that's ok....

This is a very short list. It has one book on it. But it is a book I've been waiting to come out for years. Being the witchy chick that I am, it should come as no surprise that I am eagerly waiting for the sequel to Practical Magic to come out. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2021/09/22/my-most-anticipated-fall-read/

Even though I use books as a form of socially acceptable escapism, I still like a little reality in my stories. That means I like seeing characters that reflect the world around me. That means non Caucasian, all body types, differing genders and sexuality. I'm also prone to reading horror, fantasy, and paranormal romance. You would think it would be easy to find diversity in those. Right? Well, th...

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2021/06/25/book-review-we-were-liars/

I love fall. I love autumn. I love Halloween. Give me the pumpkins, the leaves, the cooler temperatures. I need the whole sitting on my porch, drinking coffee, wrapped up in a blanket, reading a book vibe. And for once, I'd like to look cute wearing a flannel shirt and boots and not like a lumberjack looking for their axe. And because of my lumberjack esque look, I choose to be inside on my couch....

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2018/03/25/bleach-autism-and-medical-quackery-that-will-kill-your-child/

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Not going to lie. I love Talk Like a Pirate Day. It was more fun when I worked in child care. Now, if I answer the phone in my pirate voice, I'm pretty sure I'm getting pulled into HR. Oh well. In the spirit of the day, instead of binge watching "Pirates of the Caribbean," I figured why not list some books to put us in a swash buckling mood. As always, I will post a link where you can buy the book...

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It is no secret that I love Grady Hendrix. His books are the perfect blend of horror, terror, and humor with a healthy dose of Gen X nostalgia. And The Final Girl Support Group is no different. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2021/09/17/book-review-the-final-girl-support-group-by-grady-hendrix/

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I know it seems early but I start decorating today. And a good party takes planning. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com/2018/09/15/how-to-throw-a-halloween-party/

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The color of the leaves is changing as the season progresses. The temperature is becoming colder. But the biggest news is the influx of new titles coming to stores later this year. So, sit back. Grab a warm drink, a cozy blanket, and a fluffy friend (real or stuffed) and find your next read or listen with this list. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://theglorioustrainwreckmom.com...

Now that autumn has arrived here (yes, I know it’s only September 4th and Labor Day is coming up but I’ve been ready for Fall since last winter. Anyway, it’s the perfect time to put away those beach books and cozy up with a few cozies, a nice warm blanket, a purring cat or canine companion, and all the hot drinks you could possibly desire. After all, the season, with its early nights and a little...

So, I made the tragic mistake of turning to BookTok for book recommendations. I'm not that target audience. Don't get me wrong. I did find "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue," "We Were Liars," and "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" on there. But for the most part, there is a lot of YA and that ain't me, babe. I recently discovered Likewise. Likewise is a site/app that lets you find more of what y...

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Welcome aboard, train wreck. I'm a big fan of free and cheap books. I'll try to remember to post these weekly. Always check before purchasing. The prices are accurate at time of posting. These are for Kindle books only. No Kobo or Nook or paperbacks. If you use the links I post to purchase the book, I may earn a small commission. So, thank you This episode is also available as a blog post: http://...

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