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Friday Finds – February 13, 2026 | Cozy Reads, Creative Tips & Reader Extras

Hi friends — I’m so glad you’re here for this week’s Friday Finds.

February always seems to move faster than I expect. We’ve had a bit of sunshine around here lately, and I swear it changes everything. A little light goes a long way.

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📚 Featured This Week on the Blog

Here’s what’s new on the blog lately — gathered in one easy spot if you missed anything.

💡 Short on time? You can always scroll down to the Reader Extras section for a quick browse.

Jamie Genius Writes a Novel by Will Raywood A sharp, over-the-top literary satire that skewers influencer culture, creative arrogance, and the fantasy of instant success. Will Raywood turns one man’s spectacular self-destruction into an entertaining and unexpectedly instructive look at what real writing success requires.	Forever Kind of Love by Susan Bagby A spotlight and guest post featuring Forever Kind of Love by Susan Bagby, a contemporary romance about second chances, emotional healing, and the courage to risk love again. Includes an excerpt, author guest post, and giveaway.
All or None by Clive Fleury A confident second installment in the Detective Ryan Mystery series, All or None blends layered investigation, character depth, and measured humor in a fast-paced crime novel set in Australia.	Famous Once by Jane Green A 3.5-star review of Famous Once by Jane Green, a short novella exploring rock-and-roll fame, buried secrets, and a tender mother-daughter reconciliation. Emotional depth shines, even if the mystery feels compressed.

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🌟 Indie Author of the Week – Friday Finds – February 13, 2026

Ellwyn Autumn

Ellwyn Autumn is an American author/blogger/ghostwriter and a certified teacher with a master's degree in education. She writes children’s picture books, middle-grade novels, and Young Adult fiction.

📚 Featured Book: Kamyla Chung and the Creepy Crawlies

This gentle bedtime story follows a young girl facing mysterious shadows on her bedroom wall — and finding the courage to look a little closer.

Connect with the Author:
🔗 Website | Amazon | Goodreads

✨ Indie Author of the Week highlights an author whose work has been featured on the blog and stood out to me or my readers.

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🕯️ Tip of the Week – BE MY DISHCLOTH Free Knitting Pattern

Fast and easy, this cloth should knit up in no time for Valentine's Day. Or make it as a sweet gift for someone you love.

• Worsted weight (#4) cotton yarn
• US #3/3.25mm needles
• Tapestry Needle
• Designed by Kris Knits

Free pattern available HERE!

This section rotates between healthy tips, recipes, patterns, and crafts, so if this week's tip doesn't quite fit where you are right now, there is always something different coming up in future Friday Finds.

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If you’re in the mood for a few extra cozy finds this weekend, here are some reader favorites and fun discoveries I thought you might enjoy.

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💌 Weekend Cozy Blind Date with a Book Kit Perfect for a low-key Valentine weekend (or a just-because pick-me-up). Wrap up a book, add a few clues, and turn your next read into a fun little surprise.	🧶 Knitting Corner Yarn Bowl with Phone Holder A clever little upgrade for knitters and crocheters — keeps your yarn from rolling away while giving your phone a handy place for patterns, audiobooks, or video tutorials.
🎧 Reading Life Open-Ear Air Conduction Headphones Great for audiobook listeners who like to walk, clean, or knit while listening — you can enjoy your story without blocking out the world around you.	🍫 Weekend Fun International Snack Box (25 Piece) A fun way to add a little adventure to your reading weekend — try new flavors while you turn pages or share it during a cozy movie night.

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💬 Reader Contest Question of the Week

I’d love to hear from you!

⭐ High-engagement: What's one thing you've enjoyed more this year than you expected?

🗓️ Contest closes March 1 at noon CST.

If your entry arrives after the deadline, don't fret, it will be added into next month's contest.

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🌿 Closing Notes

I’ve been quietly making a few small design tweaks behind the scenes lately — softening colors, simplifying layouts, and trying to shape this into a calm space for readers, somewhere that feels a little more restful to visit.

Nothing dramatic, just small adjustments that better reflect where I am right now. If you notice little changes over the next few weeks, that’s why. I want this blog to feel steady, welcoming, and peaceful — the kind of place you can settle into with a good book and a warm cup of something comforting.

Until next week, my friend!