Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Welcome
Happy Friday, book lovers and fun-seekers!
Welcome to this week’s Friday Finds, where I round up the latest book reviews, spotlights, and fun discoveries just for you. Whether you’re in the mood for a gripping mystery, an insightful sci-fi read, or a cozy comfort food recipe, there’s something here to enjoy. Plus, don’t miss out on the Fun-Time Contest, author news, and creative finds—including a paper flower crafting guide that’s perfect for adding a little DIY beauty to your day.
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Now, let’s dive into this week’s Friday Finds!
Peace & Love,
Gina
Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Book Reviews, Spotlights, Posts
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A Hush at Midnight by Marlene M. Bell ~ $200 Prize Pack!! #BookReview #Mystery @ireadBookTours @MarleneMysteries
A culinary mystery that combines the intrigue of a small-town secret with the suspense of a tantalizing whodunit.
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Pilgrims by M.R. Leonard #Audiobook #Review #ScienceFiction @iReadBookTours @monksonthe_moon #BlueCastlePress
Pilgrims is an enlightening read that will captivate fans of science fiction, particularly those who enjoy complex, philosophical explorations of faith, identity, and the human condition.
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Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History by Jonathan Weeks
It’s the perfect book or gift for a baseball fan!
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Bitroux: High Country by Jordan Harcourt-Hughes [Spotlight ~ Author Guest Post ~ Excerpt ~ $25 Gift Card] #ScienceFiction @jordaninthestudio @GoddessFish
It is a Sci-fi novel that blends elements of adventure, mystery, and self-discovery, particularly for those who enjoy exploring the intersection of technology, identity, and the human condition
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The Hangman’s Master by Elyse Hoffman ~ #HistoricalFiction #WW2 #Project613Books
A Thrilling WW2 Tale of Justice, Revenge, and the Afterlife.
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Fallen Knight by Ceril N. Domace ~ Fantasy #TheLastKnight 1 #IndieAuthor @cerilndomacewrites
Leon Quinn has two goals in life: stay out of the reach of the Templesbane and drink himself unconscious whenever he can afford it.
Here’s a look back at last week’s Friday Finds, in case you missed it
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Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Recipes
The Ultimate Mac & Cheese Pot Pie
This looks like it would be perfect for a cold or rainy day. I would call it the ultimate comfort food!
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And speaking of comfort food!!
This three-layer, cast iron apple pie is a Southern favorite!
Today’s recipe in the email newsletter was Air-Fryer Green Beans. I hope you didn’t miss it!
Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Fun Time
I plan to stick with fun questions instead of trivia-type ones. I’m not great at creating questions that aren’t easy to look up on Google, so let’s keep them fun and entertaining while we get to know each other better.
What is your favorite or earliest “creative/crafting” memory?
My earliest memory of making things on my own is of weaving pot holders on a metal loom. I remember sharing them with all the neighbors, probably whether they wanted one or not.
One of my favorite crafting memories is seeing my daughters get married in the wedding shawls I made for them.
Share your answer in the comment section to be included in the next fun-time drawing!
I’m drawing for January’s winner since today is the last day of the month. All entries received from today until February 27th will be entered in the next drawing.
Speaking of prizes, here’s the updated list of prizes being offered.
- A featured block on the website sidebar
- A BookShop or Etsy gift card
- A donation to the charity of your choice
Do you have any suggestions for questions, prizes, topics, or features?
Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Children’s Book Shelf
Here are some suggestions for children’s books appropriate for Valentine’s Day gifting.
Click each image to learn more!
Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 |Independent Author News
Kathleen Kaska is finishing up her latest Sydney Lockhart mystery. Can you guess the name of her new book? Here are the clues she is offering.
“I plan to finish a new mystery set in my hometown. The story is lighthearted and humorous, and whatever can go wrong does. The title is probably obvious to those of you who are familiar with West, Texas.”
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Friday Finds | 01-31-2025 | Fun Creative Finds
This week, let’s talk about making paper flowers.
Here’s a book recommendation that gives beautiful tutorials in vibrant colors.
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If you are more of a visual learner, check out this video tutorial.
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My favorite crafting memories are just when my mom used to teach me how to sew and make things. I remember her teaching me how make pom poms with a circle and a ball of yarn and now to make a long chain of yarn with a spool with 4 nails on top and then I made that into coasters.
Trouble in El Paso? Anyway, so many things to love! That purse craft looks fun, and I must check out that apple pie.