Cozy reads, indie gems, and creative finds for the week. This edition of Friday Finds features top blog posts, an indie author spotlight, comforting foodie and home picks, and a simple creative tip to carry into the weekend.
What if the men destroying our world were doing it on purpose?
Christine Hart's The Variant Conspiracy Trilogy blends dystopian suspense, romantic tension, and a twist of magic. Don't miss the excerpt, author guest post, and a chance to win a $20 Amazon/BN gift card!
Kill Pocahontas by Ray Anthony Morris is a gripping, reality-rooted thriller that unearths buried truths and historical trauma. With vivid writing, unforgettable characters, and a high-stakes mystery that spans from an Indigenous reservation to the Vatican, this debut doesn't pull any punches. (A Goddess Fish Promotions Tour)
No Bass No Party by Gary Shea is a raw and riveting rock memoir that dives deep into the heart of the 70s music scene. With honesty, grit, and unexpected heart, this creative nonfiction story explores life on and off stage—from jam sessions to band dynamics, and everything in between. A must-read for fans of music biographies, rock history, and memoirs with soul.
American Odyssey by Michael De Stefano is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale set in 1970s Philadelphia and rural Pennsylvania. Don't miss the excerpt, author guest post, and a $10 Amazon/BN gift card giveaway!
Author Harold Phifer shares the twisted legacy of Aunt Kathy in My Bully, My Aunt, & Her Final Gift—a wickedly funny memoir about family trauma, hard-earned healing, and one unforgettable funeral. Bonus: his no-filter guest post gives readers a peek at what he's writing next.