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Hello & welcome, Reader!

Can you believe we’re already wrapping up February? This month flew by in a blur of fantastic reads, intriguing mysteries, and some delightful recipes (seriously, that “Do Nothing Cake” sounds so good!). As we roll into March, I’ve got a fresh lineup of bookish goodness for you—whether you’re in the mood for fantasy, historical fiction, or a little romance, there’s something here to spark your interest.

I hope you find something to intrigue you in this week's finds.

Peace & love, my friend,

Gina

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Friday Finds | 02-28-2025 – Summary

  • Book Reviews & Spotlights
    • Curse of Souls by Niranjan (#Fantasy #Romance) – BBNYA 2024 Finalist Tour
    • Buddy the Knight and the Queen of Sorrows by Peter David (#MiddleGrade #Fantasy) – The Write Reads Blog Tour
    • Our Lives In Between by Billie Kowalewski (#YoungAdult #Paranormal #Romance) – Review & Excerpt
    • Mit Out Sound by Rick Lenz (#LiteraryFiction #Movie) – Author Interview & Signed Copy Giveaway
    • A Killer Whisky: Alberta by Susan Calder (#Canadian #Historical #Mystery #WW1) – Spotlight
    • The Art to Online Dating by Fleur Lamont (#NonFiction) – 1-Day Book Blast
  • Recipes & Cooking
    • Do Nothing Cake – A simple 1940s-era dessert
    • Skillet Garlic Knot Chicken – Buttery, garlicky comfort food
  • Fun & Community
    • February Fun-Time Contest Winner: Carla Loves to Read
    • March contest open – Answer the question: What’s a skill you’ve always wanted to learn?
  • Bestsellers & Indie Author News
    • New Bestseller List on BookShop.org
    • August Niehaus' A Mutiny of Pirates & Kinfolk spotlighted – Sci-fi book deal for $0.99 until March 2
  • Creative Finds
    • DIY Tulip LED Light Kit – A perfect spring decor project

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