Fanning Fireflies by LS Delorme is a haunting 1940s paranormal romance steeped in ghostly visions, racial injustice, and forbidden love. Set in a cigarette factory town where corpses hide with the roaches, this atmospheric novel blends eerie supernatural mystery with the raw tension of wartime America.
Dream Café by R.J. Gould is a witty and heartwarming romantic comedy about fresh starts, second chances, and opening an arts café. Join David, a recently divorced father navigating love, loss, and midlife reinvention—with a healthy dose of British humor.
Discover your next favorite read in Friday Finds – 1 August 2025! This week's roundup features cozy mystery author C.S. McDonald, trending book blog reviews, an under-the-radar sci-fi gem, a lemonade cupcakes recipe, and a cheerful DIY lemon-themed craft kit. Explore new releases, indie author gems, and summer reading picks with giveaways, recipes, and creative inspiration—all on Gina Rae Mitchell's book blog.
Sixteen-year-old Lyssa Barrett was born into a family of literary giants—but she'd rather solve equations than write novels. In Child of a Swan by David Burnett, follow one young woman's powerful journey to break free from family expectations, navigate teen pregnancy, and claim her independence. Includes excerpt + $20 gift card giveaway!
🦖The Grateful Green Dinosaur by Larissa Pemberton is a heartwarming children's book about gratitude, positive thinking, and emotional growth. Join Percy the dinosaur and his unicorn friend Custard as they turn a bad day into a celebration of thankfulness. Perfect for preschoolers, classrooms, and bedtime reading.
Get swept into a small-town Christmas romance with suspense, danger, and a touch of the paranormal in Christmas Watch by Petie McCarty. When child psychologist Rachel Kelly is stalked during the holidays, the only man she can trust is her ex-fiancé—who might still love her. With a child who claims to speak to Watchers and a hostage crisis looming, this second-chance romantic thriller offers holiday chills, heartfelt moments, and heavenly twists.