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30 Book Club Questions That Work for Any Book (Free Printable Included)
30 Book Club Questions That Work for Any Book (Free Printable Included) Book clubs are supposed to be fun, but if you’ve ever sat in one, you know the moment… Everyone looks around. Someone says, “So… did you like it?” And then the conversation just kind of… stalls. I’ve been there too many times. *Please note this post may contain affiliate links. We do this in an attempt to provide you value and save you time while supporting our bookshop! Thank you for your support!!! That’s exactly why I put together this list of 30 book club questions that work for literally any book. Whether you’re reading romance, suspense, literary fiction, or something totally different. These are the questions that actually get people talking. The kind that turns a quiet group into “wait, I didn’t think about it like that” conversations. And if you want to make it even easier, I turned them into a free printable you can bring straight to your next book club. 👉 Download the free printable of these questions here 📚 30 Book Club Questions That Work for Any Book 💬 Getting Started What were your first impressions of the book? Did the book meet your expectations or surprise you? How did you feel about the pacing? 👀 Characters Which character did you connect with most and why? Was there a character you disliked but still understood? Did any character change significantly throughout the story? Who would you want to hear more from if the story continued? 🧠 Themes & Meaning What do you think the main message of the book was? Did the story change your perspective on anything? What themes stood out the most to you? Were there any moments that felt especially meaningful or powerful? 🔥 Plot & Structure Was there a moment that completely hooked you? Did any part of the story feel slow or unnecessary? Were there any twists that surprised you? Did the ending feel satisfying? Why or why not? 💭 Emotional Reactions What part of the book stuck with you the most? Did the book make you feel anything strongly? Would you reread this book? Why or why not? 🪞 Personal Connection Did you relate to any part of the story personally? Did the book remind you of another book, movie, or experience? Would you recommend this book to someone? Who? 🗣️ Deeper Conversation What do you think the author did especially well? Was there anything you would change about the book? Did the book leave any unanswered questions? How would the story change if it were told from a different perspective? ✨ Fun + Creative Which character would you want to have dinner with? What would you ask the author if you could? If this book were adapted, who would you cast? What drink or snack would you pair with this book? What’s one word you would use to describe this book? ✨ Want to Make Book Club Even Better? If you’re anything like me, you don’t just want to show up to book club... you want it to feel like a whole experience. So I created a couple of extras to make hosting (or attending) way more fun: 🖊️ Book Review Sheet ($2.50) A simple, aesthetic page to track: your rating favorite quotes thoughts while reading Perfect if you always say you’ll remember what you loved about a book… and then forget. 👉 Grab the book review printable here 💌 Book Club Question Cards ($4.00) This is my favorite. I turned these questions into cute, printable cards you can: cut out pass around or pull randomly during your meeting It makes book club feel more interactive and honestly just more fun. 👉 Get the question card set here ☕ Final Thought Book clubs aren’t really about finishing a book. They’re about: the conversations the different perspectives and those moments where someone says something that completely changes how you saw the story Save these questions, bring them with you, and your next book club might just be your best one yet. Please leave a comment below telling us what your book club is reading and if you guys have any problems or struggles in hosting your book club nights!! Run out of topics? Need theme ideas? etc. -Paper & Vine
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This Story Might Save Your Life Book Club Guide + Review (A Suspenseful, Podcast-Lover’s Dream)
This Story Might Save Your Life Book Club Guide + Review (A Suspenseful, Podcast-Lover’s Dream) I have a thing for podcast + book mashups. Like… if a story even hints at behind-the-scenes media, storytelling layers, or that “you’re listening in on something you shouldn’t be” energy—I’m in. Immediately. So when I picked up This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum, I already knew it had potential. What I didn’t expect?To be in a full vice grip from the start. To get the book and support our bookstore, you can find the title here *Please note this blog post contains affiliate links that support the writing of this blog so we can keep you all in the know Ad Free. Thank you for supporting our bookstore dream!!! 🎧 First—If You’re Even Considering Audio… Do It I have to say this upfront because it completely elevated the experience for me: The audiobook version of this is SO good. The characters already feel like you’re listening in on something intimate, but hearing it performed makes it even more immersive. The pacing, the tension, the subtle shifts in tone—it all just hits. And it’s narrated by the one and only Julia Whelan, which honestly tells you everything you need to know. 👉 If you’re not using Libro.fm yet, this is your sign: You get audiobooks You support local indie bookstores (which we love) And you can get 2 FREE audiobooks when you use code: SWITCH 👉 Grab your audiobooks here + get 2 free when you switch Let’s be honest… we’re ditching Amazon when we can and supporting indie spaces instead 🤍 📖 My Review (no spoilers) From the very beginning, I was in. The first half of this book?Obsessed. Could not stop. Fully in a chokehold. The character development is what really makes this story stand out. Benny and Joy feel so real, layered, and complicated in a way that makes you care—and I absolutely adored both the MMC and FMC. Their dynamic, their history, the way everything unfolds… it just works. The second half does slow down a bit compared to the first, but here’s the thing:I still loved it. Which honestly just tells you how much I loved the first half. It set the bar that high. This is one of those books where you’re not just following the plot—you’re constantly re-evaluating what you think you know. ⚠️ Quick Note Before You Read Check your trigger warnings on this one—especially for domestic violence. It’s handled as part of the story, but it’s definitely something to be aware of going in. 🎧 The Vibe This book feels like: binging a podcast you can’t turn off texting your friend “ARE YOU READING THIS???” being slightly suspicious of everyone needing to talk about it immediately after finishing It’s gripping, layered, and just fun to read. 💬 Book Club Discussion Questions A few to get you started: Did you trust Benny throughout the story? Did that change? How did your perception of Joy evolve over time? What role does storytelling (and the podcast) play in shaping truth? Did the pacing shift affect your experience of the story? Which character did you feel most connected to—and why? 👉 If you want a full, structured (and actually fun) discussion… ✨ Get My Full Book Club Discussion Guide I created a full guide for this book that makes hosting feel effortless and elevated. Inside: deeper, more layered discussion questions a themed menu (very Benny & Joy coded 👀) atmosphere + playlist ideas prompts that keep conversation flowing naturally 👉 Shop the full discussion guide here 🥂 If You’re Hosting This One… Lean into the vibe: “podcast prep” snacks (popcorn, candy, easy grabs) champagne for a little Joy energy casual, cozy, slightly chaotic setup This is a talk about everything kind of book club night. Final Thoughts This Story Might Save Your Life is suspense that hooks you early, builds through character, and gives you so much to talk about after. It had me in a vice grip from the start…and honestly, that’s exactly what I want in a book club pick. Comment below if you've read this, your thoughts or if its on your TBR! WE LOVE HEARING FROM YOU GUYS!!!! To get the book and support our bookstore, you can find the title here Paper & Vine
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Theo of Golden by Allen Levi: A Book That Will Linger
Theo of Golden by Allen Levi : There are books you enjoy… and then there are books that stay with you. Theo of Golden is the kind that lingers…. softly, deeply, and unexpectedly. If you’ve ever craved a story that feels like a warm conversation, a front porch at sunset, or a reminder of what really matters, this is it. I cried and smiled… what a refreshing novel that makes you grateful and provides a deep desire to be better, happier and honestly more joyful. I truly can’t believe this is Allen Levis’ debut novel, but I will now forever read anything this man blesses us with. Quick heads up. Some links here are affiliate links, which means we earn the book sale commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting our fun little bookshop!! Before we go any further, if you’re even a little curious, I recommend going in with an open heart and letting this one unfold slowly. 👉 Get your copy here: Theo of Golden Paperback Prefer to listen? Try it on Libro.fm while you walk, drive, or wind down for the night. Switch to libro and support our store instead of Amazon, and use code SWITCH to get 2 FREE audiobooks credits for switching!! 🌿 WhatThe Theo of Golden Is About (No Spoilers) Set in a small Southern town, this story centers around Theo. An unforgettable character whose quiet life becomes something much bigger through the people he encounters. But this isn’t a plot-driven, fast-paced novel. 👉 It’s a character-driven, soul-stirring experience 👉 A series of moments, conversations, and reflections 👉 A reminder that ordinary lives can hold extraordinary meaning 💛 Why I Loved This Book So Much This is one of those rare reads where you don’t feel rushed, you feel invited. It makes you slow down, which I often struggle heavily with. Every chapter feels intentional. You’re not racing to the end… you’re soaking it in. The people, the conversations, the quiet wisdom, it all feels real in a way that’s hard to explain but easy to feel. It leaves you thinking differently and contemplating how you can bring these feelings and small life joys to your everyday. Not necessarily in a loud, life-changing way… but in a subtle shift that stays with you days later. 🍷 If You Love This Book, We Think You’ll Love These Ones Too: The Correspondent by Virgina Evans Buckeye by Patrick Ryan Heart the Lover by Lily King My Friends by Fredrik Backman The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall The Names by Florence Knapp The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff I made a list of these on Bookshop.org to make them easy to find and support us at the same time!! This is the kind of book you pair with: a glass of wine a quiet evening and no rush to be anywhere else 📖 Want to Go Deeper? (Book Club Ready) If you’re reading this with a group, or just want to fully soak it in: 👉 Grab my discussion guide here on Etsy ($5!!) It includes: ✅ Thought-Provoking Discussion Questions – Spark meaningful conversations about the book.✅ Word Search Puzzle – A themed activity for extra fun.✅ Curated Playlist by Paper & Vine – Set the perfect mood with music that matches the story.✅ Menu Inspiration – Creative ideas for snacks or meals to complement your book club night.✅ Signature Cocktail Recipe – A drink we think pairs perfectly with the book.✅ “Which Character Are You?” Quiz – Discover which character you relate to most! 🌙 Final Thoughts The Theo of Golden isn’t flashy. It’s not trying to impress you. And that’s exactly why it leaves its mark on you… It’s the kind of story that quietly reminds you: to notice people to appreciate small moments to live a little more thoughtfully And honestly? We need more books like that. If you read it, I would LOVE to hear what you think, this is one that feels meant to be shared 🤍 🔖 Related Reads & Picks Shop more thoughtful, character-driven books that are similar here (Books we think youll like if you loved this one!) Listen to similar stories on Libro.fm Browse all of our book club guides + bundles on Shopify
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✨ 30 Days of Daily Reminders: A Slower Way to Live, Read, and Reset
✨ 30 Days of Daily Reminders : There’s something powerful about a simple reminder. Not a long list. Not a complicated routine. Just a quiet sentence that meets you where you are. This month, we’re doing something a little different at Paper & Vine. We’re sharing 30 days of daily reminders—the kind you’d hear sitting across the bar from us, book in hand, glass of wine nearby, no rush to be anywhere else. 🌿 Why We’re Doing This Life gets loud. Between work, phones, responsibilities, and everything in between, it’s easy to feel like you’re always behind… always needing more time. But most days, it’s not time we’re lacking. It’s space. Clarity. Stillness. So instead of adding more, we’re focusing on less: less pressure less noise less distraction And more of what actually matters. 📝 What You’ll Find Here Each day, we’ll add a new reminder. Some will be about: slowing down reading more intentionally creating a life that feels calm instead of rushed Others will be: motivational reflective rooted in faith All of them are meant to be simple enough to carry with you throughout your day. ✍️ Day 1 You don’t need more time. You need less distraction. ✍️ Day 2 "I could do that!" -Someone who never does. Start. ✍️ Day 3 Romanticize your life. A little whimsy goes further than your worry. ✍️ Day 4 If loving fictional characters is wrong, I don't want to be right. Books ARE JOY. ✍️ Day 5 Read like you have nowhere else to be. ✍️ Day 6 Turn the Page. ✍️ Day 7 Coffee. Book. Repeat. ✍️ Day 8 Daily Prescription: Drink Some Hot Tea Touch Some Grass Read a Book Let yourself Slow Down a Little ✍️ Day 9 A Bookstore is one of the few places where wandering still feels meaningful... go wander!! ✍️ Day 10 Rest is Productive Too ✍️ Day 11 Slow mornings can change entire days ✍️ Day 12 Boredom is sometimes just peace without distraction ✍️ Day 13 Sad? Go read on a patio with a nice bevy. Joy doesn't have to feel grand. 📖 How to Use These There’s no right way. You can: read one each morning come back when you need a reset save your favorites or just let them sit with you for a moment all of these are on a self reminder visual on our pinterest if you need a printed reminder. This isn’t something to complete. It’s something to return to. 🍷 From Our Shop to You What started as conversations in our small shop—recommendations, thoughts, little moments between customers—is something we’ve always wanted to share more of. This is our way of bringing that feeling beyond our walls. Like you’re sitting with us. Talking. Slowing down for a minute. 🌙 Follow Along We’ll be sharing each reminder daily on Pinterest and adding them here as we go. If you want to follow along: save your favorites check back in or stop by and experience it in person 🤍 💛 Final Thought You don’t need to overhaul your life to feel better. Sometimes, all it takes is a small shift. A quiet reminder. A moment to pause. We’re really glad you’re here. — Paper & Vine 🤍
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Best New Book Releases: April 2026 (What Everyone is Reading Right Now!)
If your reading list has been feeling a little stale… April just fixed that. These are the most anticipated April 2026 book releases—the ones readers are already loving on Goodreads and the ones you’re about to see everywhere. From emotional page-turners to cozy, aesthetic reads and addictive romance, this list is stacked.
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📚🎬 Book Club Night Idea: Screen vs Book Edition (And How to Make It So Much More Fun)
With so many of our favorite stories being turned into movies and TV series lately, a Screen vs Book night is one of the easiest (and most fun) ways to host a book club. There’s one question every reader secretly loves to argue about: Was the book better… or the show/movie? Whether you’re gathering at home or hosting at your bookstore, this theme turns a simple discussion into a full experience. **This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Paper & Vine Book Bar may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only share products we truly love and think you will too.* ✨ The Concept: Book vs Screen Showdown Instead of just talking about the book, you compare: 📖 The original story 🎬 The adaptation 💬 And ultimately… which one wins It’s interactive, opinion-based, and way more engaging than a typical book club. 📝 Use a Guided Discussion (This Is the Game-Changer) To make it structured (and actually fun), we created a Book Club: Screen v. Book Edition printable — and it completely elevates the night. Here’s how it works 👇 👤 Characters & Casting Did they match your vision? Were the actors what you imagined? Did any character feel completely off? 🧠 Story Depth & Detail What was missing or changed? Were important scenes cut? Did the story feel rushed? 🎭 Emotional Impact What hit harder? Did the book or show make you feel more? Which version stayed with you longer? 🎬 Overall Experience Which was more engaging? What would you recommend first? Which one would you choose if you could only pick one? ⭐ Scoring + Final Verdict At the end, everyone picks: 📚 Book or 🎬 Screen …and defends their answer (this is where it gets fun 👀) Book Club v Screen Printable Your Screen v. Book Edition worksheet makes hosting effortless and aesthetic: Guided prompts (no awkward silence) Built-in scoring system Clean, cozy layout perfect for your table setup 🍷 Make It a Whole Vibe At Paper & Vine, we’d take this even further: Pair with themed wine (romance = rosé, thriller = cab) Add candles + cozy seating Play the movie after discussion 🔥 Books Becoming TV Shows & Movies (2025–2026) If you want to plan your next few book club nights, here are some of the most talked-about book-to-screen adaptations right now: 💕 Romance & Popular Picks People We Meet on Vacation – People We Meet on Vacation Verity – Verity It Ends With Us – It Ends With Us 🔥 Trending TV Adaptations Bridgerton – Bridgerton (new seasons continue) The Last Thing He Told Me – The Last Thing He Told Me Behind Her Eyes - Behind Her Eyes His & Hers – His & Hers 🎬 Big Movie Adaptations Wuthering Heights – Wuthering Heights The Odyssey – The Odyssey Project Hail Mary – Project Hail Mary The Housemaid - The Housemaid We think this is SO FUN!!! Something new and exciting for your book club that can be immersive, different and switch up the fun from your typical monthly reads! Comment below if you do this with your book club and what your pick was!!!
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Lucky Sips: 3 Fun St.Patrick’s Drinks to Make at Home
Lucky Sips: 3 Fun St.Patrick’s Drinks St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to mix something festive, colorful, and just a little magical. Instead of the typical green beer, try these fun sparkling drinks inspired by lucky charms and bright green flavors. These three St. Patrick’s Day drinks are refreshing, easy to make, and perfect for parties, hosting friends, or setting up a DIY drink bar at home. Each recipe below makes a 24 oz drink. **This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Paper & Vine Book Bar may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.** Let’s mix up some lucky sips. Lucky Librarian A sparkling green apple soda topped with vanilla cold foam The Lucky Librarian is bubbly, sweet, and a little whimsical. Crisp Sprite combines with bright green apple syrup and smooth vanilla, then gets finished with creamy cold foam and a fun candy garnish. It’s festive, refreshing, and the perfect green drink for St. Patrick’s Day. Ingredients: Ice Sprite 2 pumps green apple syrup 2 pumps vanilla syrup Cold foam Air Head Xtreme candy for garnish How to Make It: Fill a 24 oz cup with ice. Add: 2 pumps green apple syrup 2 pumps vanilla syrup Fill the cup with Sprite and stir gently to combine. Top with cold foam and garnish with Air Head Xtreme candy. Pot of Gold A sparkling tropical lemonade with pineapple, coconut, and edible glitter This drink tastes like sunshine in a cup. Pineapple and coconut add tropical sweetness to lemonade, and a little edible glitter makes the drink shimmer like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It’s bright, refreshing, and fun for a party. Ingredients Ice Lemonade 2 scoops pineapple purée 2 pumps coconut syrup 4 dashes edible glitter How to Make It Fill a 24 oz cup with ice. Add: 2 scoops pineapple purée 2 pumps coconut syrup Fill the cup with lemonade and stir well (we make ours in house with sugar fresh lemons and water). Finish with 4 dashes of edible glitter for a sparkling golden effect. Emerald Spritz A light citrus sparkle with green apple and lemon The Emerald Spritz is crisp, refreshing, and slightly tart. Fresh lemon juice brightens the drink while green apple syrup adds a festive St. Patrick’s Day color and flavor. It’s bubbly, light, and perfect for celebrating. Ingredients Ice Champagne or sparkling beverage Sprite 2 pumps green apple syrup Fresh lemon juice 1 lemon slice 4–5 dashes edible glitter Air Head Xtreme candy garnish How to Make It Fill a glass with ice. Add: 2 pumps green apple syrup Fresh lemon juice from one lemon slice Top with champagne and a splash of Sprite. Add 4–5 dashes edible glitter and stir gently. Garnish with a lemon slice and Air Head Xtreme candy. Make It a St. Patrick’s Day Drink Bar If you’re hosting a party, set up a DIY lucky drink station so guests can mix their own sips. Set out: • Green apple syrup • Vanilla syrup • Coconut syrup • Pineapple purée • Lemonade and Sprite • Edible glitter • Candy garnishes • Lemon slices Add printed recipe cards so guests can easily try all three drinks. Free download here for our cuteeeee recipe card (weve done the work for you)!!
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Edge of Your Seat: 30 Must Read Thrillers
Edge of Your Seat: 30 Must Read Thrillers This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Paper & Vine Book Bar may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. If you love tension that keeps you turning pages and twists you never see coming, this list is your next thriller reading roadmap. These 30 books. hand-picked by the owners at Paper & Vine Book Bar, span domestic suspense, psychological thrillers, crime dramas, and pulse-racing page-turners that will haunt you long after the last chapter. You can shop the full list here: 30 Must-Read Thrillers on Bookshop.org. 🔥 The Core Thriller Picks This collection blends modern must-reads and cult favorites — perfect for seasoned thriller fans or anyone building their ultimate TBR. It's Not Her – A twisty psychological thriller about devastating secrets. When I Kill You – A chilling story about hope, survival, and revenge. You Killed Me First – A cat-and-mouse game with unexpected turns. The Arrangement – A high-stakes domestic suspense. All the Dangerous Things – Dark secrets and escalating danger. Pretty Girls – A chilling exploration of family, grief, and violence. The God of the Woods – A slow-burn mystery that keeps you guessing. Look Closer – A thriller rooted in perception and deception. Kill for Me, Kill for You – A fierce duo vs. the world thriller. Little Secrets – A razor-sharp thriller managing suspense and dark humor. 📖 More Edge-of-Your-Seat Reads The Lies I Tell – Deception at every turn. Fifty Fifty – Two lives intersect in shocking ways. Stillhouse Lake – A fierce mother protects her family. The Missing Half – A disappearance with devastating consequences. The Ghostwriter – Identity, secrets, and literary danger. Forget Me Not – Memory and threat collide. Best Offer Wins – A story about obsession and deceit. It Should Have Been You – Regret, twists, and dangerous turns. Razorblade Tears – Revenge, grief, and gritty justice. We Were Liars – A haunting family thriller with a twist. 🔍 Addictive Suspense & Psychological Twists Behind Her Eyes – A twist you’ll never see coming. The Silent Patient – Silence isn't safe here. The One – Thriller meets speculative twist. My Husband’s Wife – Betrayal, marriage, and mystery. Listen for the Lie – Truth and perception blurred. 🔥 The Final Five (Page 2 Additions) No Exit – A high-stakes survival thriller with twists at every turn. The Only One Left – Intense suspense and unexpected alliances. Then She Was Gone – A haunting, emotional mystery. Never Lie – Secrets, suspense, and betrayal. Not Quite Dead Yet: A GMA Book Club Pick – A gripping thriller chosen by the Good Morning America book club. 🎯 Why This List Works for Every Thriller Fan Whether you’re into dark psychological twists, relentless whodunits, or crime suspense that hits close to home, this collection has something for you. Many of these books have become staples on best thriller lists, show up in reader favorites online, and keep discussion buzzing among fans and critics alike. The owners at Paper & Vine have read and personally ADORED every one of these books. Trust us. 🛒 Shop the Full 30 Must-Read Thriller List 👉 Browse and buy all 30 must-read thrillers here: https://bookshop.org/lists/30-must-read-thrillers
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March 2026 New Releases Have Us Feeling Lucky!
This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Paper & Vine Book Bar may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. March is here, and with it comes a lineup of new releases so good, we’re feeling downright lucky. From buzzy debuts to long‑awaited returns by favorite authors, this month’s books are packed with heart, intrigue, and page‑turning magic. Whether you’re chasing a fresh start or just the perfect next read, March 2026 is delivering all the literary luck. 🍀📚 Shop our March Bookshop.org Link for all the March New Releases Here! Game On by Navessa Allen Book three in the #1 New York Times bestselling Into Darkness Series, following the dark rom-com sensations Lights Out and Caught Up. The game is on for these enemies-to-lovers with laugh-out-loud banter and scorching-hot brat play.I hate that woman.Tyler Neumann has spent years looking for his father, and not because he wants to meet the man. No, he wants to destroy him. And he’ll manipulate whoever he can to exact his revenge.Including Stella McCormick. She’s everything Tyler hates. Her wealth and privilege have protected her for her entire life, and Tyler thinks it's time she finally paid the price. Whether she’s ready to or not.I hate that man.Stella might not believe in love at first sight, but loathing at first sight—no question. From the moment she sets eyes on Tyler in her tattoo parlor, she knows he’s the devil planning to make her life hell.Forced to play the part of his girlfriend and invite him into her family’s glittering circles, Stella quickly clocks Tyler’s ulterior motives. But love and hate are two sides of the same coin, and soon she doesn’t know which is worse: being blackmailed by a man who wants to ruin her, or that they can’t seem to keep their hands off each other.This is an enemies-to-lovers dark romance with morally grey characters. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the content warning at the beginning of the book. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez In everyone’s life, there’s a split-second decision that can change everything ...For Larissa, it came when choosing who to ride home with after a concert. That night, she had no idea she’d met the perfect man. She and Chris are great friends, co-parenting a slightly unhinged rescue Yorkie, sharing their favorite books, and judging bread (pumpernickel for the win!). For the first time amid all her side hustles to scrape by, things finally feel easy.But she didn’t choose Chris to drive her home all those months ago—she went with his best friend, and he became her boyfriend. All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy. Standing by on the sidelines is slowly killing him, but making a move would destroy someone else.How can something that feels so right be absolutely impossible? Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Love Song by Elle Kennedy After a brutal breakup, college junior Blake Logan escapes to her family's lake house in Tahoe, determined to shut out the world. Her plan is simple: no men, no drama. Until Wyatt Graham shows up. Four years older and far too good at getting under her skin, Wyatt is the living embodiment of a "bad idea," and the guy who shattered her pride when she confessed her crush at sixteen. With his music career stalled, Wyatt has come to Tahoe for inspiration. The last thing he expects is to find it with Blake. He's spent years keeping his distance, convinced he's all wrong for her, but she's no longer the innocent girl he once knew. She's confident, captivating, and impossible to ignore. And the slow-burning tension between them? It's catching fire fast. They both know this can't last, but one reckless kiss turns into another, and soon they're tangled in something that feels dangerously like more. Just as they finally give in to the pull, tragedy tears them apart, leaving their hearts in pieces. But forgetting that one, nearly perfect summer? Not a chance. And when fate brings them together again, Blake and Wyatt must decide if this is a second chance…or the final verse Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Want To Know A Secret By Freida McFadden Influencer and baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she'd rather you didn't know. Like… Where did her son go when he snuck out late at night? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows? And what's buried in her backyard? April's secrets are enough to destroy her. I'll make sure of that. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link What We Did To Survive by Megan Lally Hannah is having an incredible spring break. A week at a resort in Mexico with her best friend Emmy and her family is perfect for de-stressing from senior year, even if it's awkward being around Emmy's older brother, Jackson, who she's had a crush on for as long as she can remember. Still, the beach is gorgeous. So is the guy they meet in the surf. Except Hannah is now the third wheel in Emmy's vacation romance. Eager to impress Emmy, her wealthy new boyfriend charters a private sailboat to make the most of their last day in paradise, and Hannah and Jackson are invited along. As the clouds roll in and the skies darken, their boat is the only one leaving the marina. And the further they get into open water, the more unsettled Hannah becomes. A storm is brewing onboard that's as deadly as the one racing toward them. Forget surviving graduation. Who will make it back to land alive? Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Wolf Worm by T. Kingfisher “I saw the devil in these woods.”Sonia Wilson is a talented scientific illustrator―but she is only able to follow her dream because of her father’s reputation as a renowned scientist. Such is the lot in life for a woman in science in 1899. And after his death, she is left without work, prospects, or hope.So when the reclusive Dr. Halder offers her a position illustrating his vast collection of insects, Sonia jumps at the chance to move to his North Carolina manor house and put her talents to use.Once there though, she encounters dark happenings in the Carolina woods, and even darker questions come to light, like what happened to her predecessor? Why are animals acting so strangely, and what is behind the peculiar local whispers about “blood thiefs?”With the aid of the housekeeper and a local healer, Sonia discovers that Halder’s entomological studies have taken him down a twisted road. His ground-breaking discoveries come with a cost―one that Halder is paying with human flesh.If Sonia can’t find a way to stop the monstrosity, she may be next under the knife. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link You With the Sad Eyes by Christina Applegate Christina Applegate came of age on sets and stages, expected to be on time, with lines learned, ready for lights-camera-action. What started as a financial necessity soon became an emotional escape from a tumultuous home life in the infamous Laurel Canyon scene of the 70s and 80s. She rocketed to stardom on the sitcom Married...with Children and went on to captivate audiences in classics like Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitters Dead…, Anchorman, and Dead to Me in her five-decade long career. Then it all stopped. A Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis in 2021 confined her to a king-sized bed and the company of memories she’d rather forget: memories of the self-doubt and body dysmorphia that stalked her meteoric rise, of her mother’s fight against addiction and abuse after her father left, and of the tax life had taken on her body and mind that was suddenly coming due. Now, at her most intimate and vulnerable, she unveils a story not even those closest to her fully know. She returns to the diaries she kept her whole life, finding the pain matched by joy, the losses mitigated by the extraordinary, and the weight of life lifted by her unrelenting belief that something greater lay ahead. No longer willing to lock herself away and with the perspective only our own mortality can bring, she knew it was imperative to tell it all. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link No Matter What by Cara Bastone Roz and Vin can’t look each other in the eyes anymore, let alone share a bed. It’s been a year since they survived a life-altering accident, and their marriage hasn’t been the same. But Roz has held out hope that they can fix things, until she discovers Vin has signed a new lease. So she does what any soon-to-be-divorced Manhattanite would do: sign up for a figure-drawing class.Between Roz’s determined attempts to improve her artistic skills and her adventures with her best friend, Raffi, she can almost ignore Vin’s impending move-out date and his footsteps in their previously unoccupied guest room. But it would all be a lot easier if Vin wasn’t Raffi’s older brother, and if she didn’t still find him incredibly, debilitatingly attractive and kind.So kind, in fact, that Vin offers to let Roz draw him. What is she supposed to say? It’s probably better than her original plan of finding some random male model online, and she needs all the practice she can get. Plus, that’s sure to make a separation easier, right? Focus on every detail of your estranged spouse’s body while drawing him in the nude? But after the year they’ve spent avoiding each other, it feels good to see and be seen by one another again.As Roz works to capture the wholeness of the person she fell in love with, will they both be able to draw upon the feelings they buried deep inside to finally heal together? Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Strangers In The Villa by Robyn Harding Sydney Lowe’s life in New York is shattered when her husband, Curtis, admits to a meaningless affair with a client. Begging for forgiveness and vowing to prove his devotion, Curtis suggests the couple retreat to a remote hilltop house in Spain to repair their marriage. High above the Mediterranean, Sydney and Curtis are working on the isolated property and their relationship when a pair of Australian travelers turns up at their door in dire need of help. Lonely for companionship and desperate for free labor, Sydney and Curtis invite the attractive young couple to stay. But as the days pass, dark secrets come to light, the Lowes’ bond is tested, and not everyone will leave the villa alive. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Judge Stone by Viola Davis/James Patterson All rise... for Judge Stone.The most respected citizen in Union Springs, Alabama (population 3,314), is Judge Mary Stone. She holds two responsibilities sacred: running her family farm and presiding over her courtroom. It's there she draws the most controversial case in the history of the South.Criminally, it’s open-and-shut.Ethically, there is no middle ground. Essentially, it’s a choice between life and death. No judge can satisfy everyone. It would be dangerous to try. But Judge Stone is willing to fight to bring justice to the people and place she loves. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Two Kinds of Stranger by Steve Cavanagh One offers a helping hand. The other is your worst nightmare...Social media influencer, Elly Parker, had the perfect life, that is until she discovered her husband had been having an affair with her best friend.But as hurt, betrayed, unmoored as Elly is, she has made it her mission to help others in need. Even strangers.When Elly meets a man on the steps to the subway platform, crutches in one hand and a yellow suitcase by his feet, she can’t help but feel sorry for him.Just as he planned.This small act of kindness sets off a change of events more terrifying than anything she ever could imagine.To survive, Elly will need to convince the world what happened to her was real. She needs a lawyer who can bend the rules to find the truth. Eddie Flynn and his team must find the stranger with the yellow suitcase. But little do they know this cunning killer is a master manipulator and is always one step ahead. Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Once and Again by Rebecca Serle The women of the Novak family were each born with a gift: they can, just once, turn back time.Lauren has known since she was fifteen that her mother Marcella saved Lauren’s father from a deadly car accident. Dave is alive and happy, and out on the Malibu waves. But ever since, Marcella, her power spent, has lived in fear of what she won’t be able to reverse. Her own mother, Sylvia, is her polar opposite: a free-spirited iconoclast with a glamorous past she only hints at. Lauren has spent her life between these two role models—and waiting for her own catastrophe to strike.Then one summer, Lauren’s husband takes a job in New York and she moves back to Broad Beach Road, back into her childhood home on the shores of Malibu. Lauren looks forward to surfing with her dad again and perhaps repairing an unspoken fracture in her relationship with her mother. What she doesn’t expect is for the boy next to door to return home as well: Stone, Lauren’s first love, who broke her heart nearly a decade before.As Lauren falls into familiar patterns, with her family and, more dangerously, Stone, she finds herself thinking about all the choices, large and small, that have brought her to this moment. And wondering, finally, if one of them should be undone Shop with us: Bookshop.org Link (supports us locally)! Amazon Affiliate Link Happy Reading Everyone!!! What are you all planning to pick up this month?! Comment Below. Shop our March Bookshop.org Link for all the March New Releases Here!
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