Welcome to the first Friday Finds of the year (01-03-2025)—your weekly treasure trove of bookish delights, creative inspirations, and maybe even a little jello salad magic.

As we dive into 2025, I’m tackling my goal of staying organized (wish me luck!). Whether it’s scheduling book tours or avoiding the chaos of a forgotten planner entry, I’m determined to keep all my ducks—and book reviews—in a row.

This week’s Friday Finds is packed with must-read books, creative ideas, and a sprinkle of personal traditions to kick off the year. Are you curious about the books on my January TBR? Or maybe you’re ready to try my family’s quirky New Year recipe for luck (yes, it involves marshmallows and cabbage—trust me, it works!).

There’s an exciting announcement for Independent Authors, so scroll down to learn how to snag a feature on the blog.

Let’s step into 2025 with peace, love, happiness, and maybe a few good books!

—Gina

P.S. Don’t forget to share your New Year traditions in the comments! I’d love to feature them in next week’s Fun Time section.