Friday Finds | October 16, 2020
Hello, hello,
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Friday Finds. I’m currently back in Illinois and enjoying my own home for a while. These are truly some strange times we are living through. But, the key phrase there is “living through.” That’s the most important part, that we all survive to tell the tales of what life was like in 2020. I hope you and yours are healthy and safe.
On to the Finds!
Gina
In case you missed it on the blog this week!
I kicked off the start of my Resources Category with an Amazon post. If you opened the email newsletter sent to subscribers, you heard about it in time for Amazon’s Prime Day. I do hope you found some great deals from my recommendations. The post will reside in the Resources category at the top of the page. All the Prime Day only specials have now been removed, but I’ll be adding new recommendations frequently throughout the year.
I’ll also be adding pages from more top retailers, as well as freebies, printables, calendars, book-related goodies, and so much more. Be sure to check on it often. As always, newsletter subscribers will get the first notice when things go live.
Amazon Recommendations for Savvy Shoppers
The following book reviews were popular this week.
A HAUNTING AT HAVENWOOD BY SALLY BRITTON
A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton is a charming, romantic story. It’s a quick yet satisfying read.
GLEEMAN’S TALES BY MATTHEW TRAVAGLINE
Mr. Travagline displays his superior skills in penning this story. He builds a post-apocalyptic world with intricate detail. Gnocchi Gleeman tells the story of how this world came to be through his many bard’s tales. You would expect to be confused by stories within stories, but it all makes exquisite sense.
THE OVERLY HONEST TEACHER BY MEREDITH ESSALAT
The Overly Honest Teacher: Parenting Advice from the Classroom is a must-read for all school-age children’s parents. Take a look at the many issues facing your student and learn how to work with the teachers to strengthen, empower, and help your child find success.
THE WOLF AND THE WATER BY JOSIE JAFFREY
The Wolf and the Water by Josie Jaffrey is an ancient civilization historical fiction novel with storylines of LGBTQ, disability, and mythology.
As always, I reviewed a few more books on Amazon and Goodreads, but they haven’t made it to the blog yet.
Friday Finds | October 16, 2020 – More Book Recommendations
How to Outline My Novel Chapter by Chapter: In 25 Detailed Steps by Sussu Leclerc – Non-fiction
This book is for you! If you want a comprehensive and detailed guide on how to write a fiction novel. Chapter by chapter. Scene by scene. For every 25 chapters, I have added cheat sheets and exercises to create a meaningful story, one step at a time. I have also added in-depth articles with explanations based on my research and also based on reading hundreds of books, feedback from great mentors, and years studying the craft.
How to Outline My Novel Cha...Shop on Amazon
Fated Eternals (2 book series) by Jen Printy – Paranormal
Book 1 – My Soul Immortal
An endless love, for an endless price.
Jack’s immortality is exposed when he prevents a liquor store heist, forcing him to flee to protect his secret—a secret not even he understands. But when he meets Leah Winters—a mirror image of his decades-lost love, Lydia—his very soul is laid bare. He begins to question his sanity. Is she real, and if so, what does that mean for Jack and his secret? Jack’s not the only mystery man in town. A stranger named Artagan hints at knowledge Jack is desperate to possess. But can he trust Artagan, or does the dark newcomer harbor deadly secrets of his own?
As Jack’s bond with Leah grows, so does the danger to her life. Jack must discover just how much he is willing to risk to save the woman he already lost once.
Book 2 – Council of Souls
After surviving the perils of an ancient family feud, Jack Hammond and Leah Winters believe only happiness lies ahead. However, their future isn’t as secure as they think. When Death and his council arrive to welcome Leah into their treacherous shadow world, the couple discovers that Leah’s immortality has come with a high price.
With Artagan’s help, Leah slowly learns how to navigate the dark waters of the Concilium Animarum—the Council of Souls. As their world starts to unravel further, their love is all Jack and Leah have left. Will that be enough?
My Soul Immortal (Fated Ete...Shop on Amazon Book 1 
Council of Souls (Fated Ete...Shop on Amazon Book 2
Sweet Temperaments: MM Contemporary Romance Novella – Romance
Can love conquer fear?
Lewis Fraser is in trouble. He’s fallen hopelessly for office colleague Christopher Wright. Unable to break his attraction, he’s determined to melt the ice and get to know him better. Not easy when the man barely says two words.
Christopher avoids others for a reason and when Lewis uncovers his secret, it tests the boundaries of friendship and love.
Wicked for Hire (Paranormal in Manhattan Cozy Mystery #1) by Lotta Smith
Medical student Amanda Meyer thought she had her life all planned out until people started dying the moment they touched her. Being cleared of any wrongdoing didn’t stop the medical school from expelling her, and it didn’t rid her of the unfortunate nickname Grim Reaper.
Luckily, having a rep as the harbinger of death isn’t a total resume killer. Rick Rowling, Special Agent for the FBI’s Paranormal Cases Division recruits her to work for the Bureau. But the sexy, brilliant, outrageous loose cannon proves to be just as untouchable as the mysterious creature or creatures that may be responsible for the seemingly unsolvable murder that becomes their first case together.
Instead of treating patients, Amanda’s life becomes a test of her patience and a wild ride into the wicked paranormal world where her new boss runs the show. Together they face a ghoulish force that could destroy the entire city and a grueling family dinner that could leave Amanda contemplating harakiri. It’s a battle of life and debt [student debt, that is] and saving the world has never been so funny.
Wicked for Hire (Paranormal...Shop on Amazon
Friday Finds | October 16, 2020 – Recipes
Pumpkin Snack Board
This also qualifies as a creative project. Isn’t this just the coolest, healthy Halloween treat?
Tricky Treats by Vincent Amiel – A Halloween Cookbook
Friday Finds | October 16, 2020 – Creative Projects
3 Easy, DIY Ways to Make Your House Smell Like Fall
How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns: From store-bought patterns to drafting your own: a complete guide to fashion sewing with confidence with Lee Hollahan
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That wraps up this week’s edition. Be sure you scroll down to reply and let me know your favorite find this week.
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The Inspire Me Monday Link Party
Inspire Me Monday with Anita Ojeda
Grammy’s Grid Unlimited Monthly Link Party
Hi Gina,
Hope you’re doing fine. The books on display are interesting based on description. But two of them appeal to me. And they are, ‘A Haunting at Havenwood by Sally Britton and The Overly Honest Teacher by Meredith Essalat.’ The pumpkin snack board is a beautiful touch.
The article, ‘3 Easy DIY ways to make your house smell like fall also provides ideas one could use by making use of a variety of dried fruits and flowers to produce different scents for the home. I particularly like the scent of chamomile.
Wishing you a great weekend.
Chika.