Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021
Welcome to the July 16th issue. I hope you find this week’s “finds” fun and entertaining. I know I enjoyed searching for them. It’s been rainy here so not much outdoor activity, but I had some great reading time this week. Do you have conditions that make you want to read, cook, or craft? I saw a new technique for rigid-heddle weaving that has me itching to break out a loom and sample this way of creating patterns in the weft.
But I also have eleven reviews due in the next two weeks. The more I try to catch up, the further behind I get. There are just so many good books to read!
Let’s move on to the good stuff. Leave a comment on this post for a chance to be featured in my BookShop or on the sidebar of my website for a week. If the website donations are good, I sometimes offer a gift card option. I had lots of responses to the poll in favor of continuing the comment drawing, however, not too many comments last week. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Let’s chat!
Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021 – Books
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
A remarkable novel about J. P. Morgan’s personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene, the Black American woman who was forced to hide her true identity and pass as white in order to leave a lasting legacy that enriched our nation, from New York Times bestselling author Marie Benedict, and acclaimed author Victoria Christopher Murray.
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The UnHoneymooners by Christina Lauren
For two sworn enemies, anything can happen during the Hawaiian trip of a lifetime—maybe even love—in this romantic comedy from the New York Times bestselling authors of Roomies.
Olive Torres is used to being the unlucky twin: from inexplicable mishaps to a recent layoff, her life seems to be almost comically jinxed. By contrast, her sister Ami is an eternal champion…she even managed to finance her entire wedding by winning a slew of contests. Unfortunately for Olive, the only thing worse than constant bad luck is having to spend the wedding day with the best man (and her nemesis), Ethan Thomas.
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A Letter from Your Teacher (on the first day of school) by Shannon Olsen
From the author and illustrator of Our Class is a Family, this heartwarming picture book helps teachers in welcoming their new group of students on the first day of school. Through a letter written from the teacher’s point of view, students are given the message that their new teacher is someone they will get to form a special bond with. Their teacher is not only there to help them academically, but also to cheer them on, and to provide a caring, safe environment for them to learn and grow.
Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021 – Recipes
The Comfortable Kitchen: 105 Laid-Back, Healthy, and Wholesome Recipes by Alex Snodgrass
Alex brings back the joy of being in the kitchen for those at all levels of cooking skill and provides food for every occasion, with soups, salads, pasta, vegetarian and non-vegetarian mains, apps, and sides ranging from one-pot meals to not-so-junky junk food–and even cocktails and desserts–with recipes including:
- Cajun Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
- Green Curry Poached Halibut with Herbs
- Texas Style Brisket Tacos
- Herby Green Olive Pasta with Feta
- Sheet Pan Honey-Sesame Cauliflower
- Clayton’s Margarita
- 7-Ingredient Almond Butter Cookies
With 105 approachable and nutritious recipes for real, busy life, The Comfortable Kitchen is a must-have cookbook for everyone who cares about what they eat and what they make.
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Farmers Market Skillet from Served Up with Love
If it’s garden season for you, this is a great recipe you can follow or improvise with what you have available.
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I have not tried this recipe, but it seems simple and the image just screams SUMMER DESSERT!
Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021 – Creative Projects
Today I thought I would feature a few items I have for sale in my shop.
If you would rather try your hand at making these yourself, here is a link to the loom I use.
Cherry Pin Looms by Blue Butterfly
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Can be worn as a bracelet or as a clip-on. Perfect for counting glasses of water, golf strokes, knitting or crochet rows, chapters to read for book club. The uses are endless!
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I also stumbled across this Etsy Seller recently. I think it’s time to start thinking about Fall crafting projects. These are all gorgeous no matter what the season.
Check out the beautiful wreath kits from The Wreath Lady!
Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021 – Announcements
Jessica D. Adams is having a sale on her books on Smashwords through the end of July. Many are FREE and some are 50% off. Please check it out, especially if you are interested in her Underground Toy Society series.
The winner of last week’s comment drawing is Eve Gaal. She will be my featured author for the next week!
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Do you have exciting news to share with my readers? Hit reply and tell me about your announcement. If possible, I’ll add it to next week’s Friday Finds.
Fabulous Friday Finds July 16, 2021 – Blog Roundup
My blog posts since the last Friday Finds.
I Miss School by 6-year-old Ryan Reaves | Review – Author Interview – Giveaway
Maxed Out by CS McDonald | Review & Giveaway | Fun Comedy, Time-Travel, Angels, & a Dog
Mimi Takes Europe by Elizabeth Cooke | Spotlight Tour & Giveaway
Catwalk by Nicole Gabor | Spotlight Tour | Win a $25 Amazon Gift Card & a signed copy
When Destiny Calls by Tricia McGill | Review & $25 Gift Card Giveaway | London Blitz time travel!
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Blogs I enjoyed reading this week.
Esther at Cozy With Books & Tea
Fi’s Bibliophiles – Thoughts & Musings
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Well, my friend, you’ve reached the end. Be sure you scroll down to reply and let me know your favorite find this week.
I also share many of my reviews on the following websites:
- Lovely Audiobook’s Monthly Link-up (Not limited to audiobooks)
- The Inspire Me Monday Link Party
- Inspire Me Monday with Anita Ojeda
- Grammy’s Grid Unlimited Monthly Link Party
- Esme’s Salon Monthly Link-up
The Personal Librarian sounds like a great book. I’ll add it to my list for summer reading.
Thank you Gina! So excited to be featured next week! Wow! Meanwhile, I have to check into this watermelon fantasy, or whatever it might be. Pie?
Omgoodness!!! Thanks again, for making me smile with your lovely blog!
Awesome blog. My newest book is available if you are interested in doing a review, Solomon’s Dreams – The Price of Freedom (Book 3). Thank you!
Thank you so much for including me in your Friday Finds, Gina! I am so grateful for your kindness and support! 💗
I hope the storms at your house pass so you can have a great weekend! 🙂