Just a stay-at-home mother of four writing about books, parenting, and life in general. I hope you enjoy the ride.
First and Forever by Lynn Painter is a football romance about Connor and Duffy, who decide to fake date each other for different reasons. If you are looking for a super cute and quick football romance read with a lot of banter, then you need to add First and Forever…
Summer State of Mind by Kristy Woodson Harvey is a feel-good book about a NICU nurse who falls for a baseball coach after he finds a baby. If there’s one thing I know about Kristy Woodson Harvey, it is that she can write a great feel-good summer book. I loved…
These 10 incredible books that I will never stop raving about have made me cry, surprised me, or have scenes that left me haunted. I have read a lot of books in my life, and sometimes I read a book that I just can’t wait to share with people. The…
Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth is a story about an 81-year-old woman with a shady past and how her present might reveal who she really is. Sally Hepworth has done it again! She comes up with these unique premises and just blows me out of the water with her psychological…
This veggie pizza dip recipe is my new favorite and perfect for summer get-togethers. Full of flavor and veggies, it is delicious! One of my favorite appetizers to see at a party is a veggie pizza. You know what I’m talking about—the crescent roll crust, the cream cheese mixture, and…
Pomona Afton Can Totally Catch a Killer by Bellamy Rose is a funny and campy cozy mystery book about a socialite trying to solve a murder. I’m currently in my cozy murder mystery era. I just love the vibes of reading about a murder mystery that an amateur sleuth solves.…
Here’s my March 2026 wrap-up, where I share all the blog posts I published, books I read, and other goals I accomplished this month. March 2026 seemed to fly by! It was filled with basketball on Saturdays, writing blog posts, and tons of reading. Definitely read a lot this month.…
Thinky Thoughts by Gwenna Laithland is a book of essays about her life, thoughts, parenting style, and personal experiences. Don’t forget to follow my Bookstagram to stay updated on all my reading: https://www.instagram.com/kels.reading/ Disclaimer: In the name of full transparency, please be aware that this blog post contains affiliate links and any…
Here are some awesome April Fool’s Day jokes for kids that they will love. These are some silly and funny jokes to enjoy. April Fool’s Day is coming up, and there’s nothing I love more than telling a good joke. My kids love telling jokes to each other. Yes, the…
The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer is about a woman who can enter novels and save their stories. Then she falls in love with a character. If you’re a book lover, The Book Witch is for you. It feels like it was written for anyone who ever wanted to jump…