The January 20th-2023 Friday Finds are here with a new Author of the Week, Winter Comfort Food, Book Deals, Indie Author News, Craftiness, and a Blog Roundup.
Hello, my friend & welcome to the latest Friday Finds.
I am home from a quick trip up north and excited to get back in the swing of blogging. I started a lot of drafts while I was gone but didn’t have time to complete many. The next week should be busy, I’ve used up all my prewritten, scheduled posts.
I did manage to get the sleeves knit on X’s sweater. He requested black with green stripes & I was a little unsure about that choice. But it looks really sharp. Hopefully, it won’t take long to finish the body. A knitting post to follow soon.
The Etsy shop inventory is getting low, too, so I need to replenish my stock of abacus trackers, woven scarves & bookmarks. Always so much to do. haha
I hope you enjoy this week’s post and be sure you leave a comment below voting for your favorite find of the week.
Peace & Love
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January 20th-2023 Friday Finds | Author News
Do you have a new book releasing soon, a special promotion coming up, or any other news of your author’s life I can share with my readers?
In the reported book and author news this week…
Geary Reid received a special award from The Global Authors’ Club & Business Awards for having written 92 books that are ALL for sale on Amazon.
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Jessica D. Adams is my newest featured author. I love her children’s books and printables. Please welcome Jessica to the website (on the sidebar & in this post) by reading my reviews and visiting her website. She is also the featured author in my Bookshop.
Would you like to be featured as my Author/Blogger of the Week? Please drop me a comment below to let me know. That’s all it takes!
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January 20th-2023 Friday Finds | Books
These books are currently on Amazon’s Special Deals page.
Grumpy Groundhog by Maureen Wright
It’s Groundhog Day, and everyone is gathered to find out if it’s time for spring. But Groundhog does NOT want to leave his cozy bed in his cozy den. Will the townspeople be able to coax him outside to do his job? Kids will love the humorous antics of Groundhog in this delightful rhyming tale from the author of Sleep, Big Bear, Sleep.
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The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband by Julia Quinn
There were Bridgertons before the eight alphabetically named siblings. In this second of the Bridgerton prequel series, following Because of Miss Bridgerton, we go back to where it all began. . . from #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn.
While you were sleeping…
I told everyone I was your wife…
If only it were true…
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Practicing Mindfulness by Matthew Sockolov
Calm the mind and begin the path to finding peace with these simple mindfulness meditations
Mindfulness is an evidence-based method for reducing stress and anxiety, enhancing resilience, and maintaining mental well-being. Even short meditations can turn a bad day around, ground us in the present moment, and help us approach life with gratitude and kindness. Practicing Mindfulness was created by the founder of One Mind Dharma. He developed these 75 essential exercises to offer practical guidance for anyone who wants to realize the benefits of mindful meditation.
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January 20th-2023 Friday Finds | Recipes
I love lunch or dinner with a great soup, sandwich, and dessert! What do you think about this combo?
Sausage Potato Soup from The Cozy Cook
This Creamy Sausage Potato Soup recipe is easy to make on the Stove Top or the Crock Pot! It has the most flavorful broth, the best combination of simple seasonings, and the optional addition of cheddar cheese at the end!
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The TikTok Grinder Sandwich from My Baking Addiction
This grinder sandwich is the absolute best sub sandwich you’ve ever had. The secret to this amazing sandwich is the tangy dressing that goes on top, as made famous on TikTok!
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Apple-Pear Crumble from A Baking Journey
Between the natural sweetness of the fruits, the spices, and the crunchiness of the nut and oats topping, this Apple and Pear Crumble with Nutty Oat Crumble Topping is the ultimate Winter Dessert!
January 20th-2023 Friday Finds | Creative Projects
Quick Whittles by Sara Barraclough
16 Caricature Projects to Carve in a Sitting. Full-Size Patterns and Beginner-Friendly Instructions for Woodcarving a Santa, Bear, Narwhal, Monster, and More
January 20th-2023 Friday Finds | Gina’s Blog Roundup
What are some of your favorite blogs to visit each week? I love surfing through an eclectic mix of blogs. It’s a rabbit hole I fall into frequently!
If you missed one of my reviews in the past week, here’s an easy link to find them all, or click on the image & links below. Be sure you check out the giveaways. There are some great prizes this week. That is not a typo! One of the authors is offering a $100 gift card.
Leave Your Sh*T Here: Write, Release and Destroy by Jackie Wallace & Elizabeth Reed | Spotlight
What would you like to see in next week’s Friday Finds?
Thanks for reading this week. Peace & Love!
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That grumpy groundhog reminds me of my pooch in the morning! Lol. Have a great week and can’t wait to see the green striped sweater!
Thanks, Eve. I’ll be sure to share pix next week.
Awe, thank you so much for the spotlight this week, Gina! I appreciate it so much!
I always learn something new each week I visit your blog! I didn’t realize you have an Etsy store, or maybe I knew but just forgot. That’s pretty cool and I hope you have some time to get some more items in your shop.
I’ll have to check out the giveaways as well. I never seem to have time to check them out but I really should!
Have a great weekend!