Books

5 Harvest-Themed Cozy Mysteries to Savor This Fall

As autumn’s crisp air and vibrant foliage create the perfect backdrop, it’s time to cozy up with a good book. This fall, dive into a collection of harvest-themed cozy mysteries that capture the essence of the season with their charming settings and delightful plots. From bustling harvest festivals to quaint pumpkin patches, these five cozy mysteries will keep you entertained and engaged as you enjoy the flavors and colors of fall. Grab a warm drink, settle into your favorite reading nook, and let these captivating stories whisk you away into a world of seasonal intrigue and suspense.

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Coffee & Chat

Coffee & Chat #31

Happy Friday!

We’re wrapping up the second week of August. It’s been a heck of a couple weeks with hot temps, lots of rain, first drafting, copy edits and a preview of fall temps. A little bit of everything this week.

The copy edits of the next Food Blogger mystery wasn’t bad so I got through them quickly and returned the manuscript to my editor on Tuesday. It’s such a good feeling to have that off my desk. Now, I’m waiting for the cover design and the proof pages. I can’t wait to see the cover since it’s a mystery set at Christmas. At the beginning of this month a course I enrolled in started and week two has wrapped up. Four more weeks to go and there’s so much information within the modules and could easily be overwhelming but I’m taking it slow and I expect to have to go through the course again to fully absorb all the info. I did have to set aside working on my first draft of another novel to work on the copy edits and this week I was able to get back my writing. I eased into the words slowly on Tuesday and I’m so happy to be back into the story. I missed it. I also missed my early morning writing sprints that I started when I began the book. At this point, I’m not sharing any details of the story. Hopefully, soon.

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Recipe Roundup

10 Recipes for Your Summer Cookouts

 

 As summer winds down, there’s no need to pack away the grill or stow your outdoor cooking gear just yet! The season of sunny days and warm evenings is still upon us, providing the perfect backdrop for al fresco dining and entertaining. Whether you’re planning a laid-back barbecue with friends or a cozy dinner under the stars, these outdoor cooking recipes will keep the summer spirit alive. So, grab your apron, fire up the grill, and let’s savor the last of summer’s delights with these delicious and easy-to-make dishes!

Here are some recipe inspirations for you. Enjoy!

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Christmas in July, Hallmark Christmas Movies

Weekly Christmas in July: Hallmark Movies and A Cozy Mystery Recommendation (Week 2)

Just a few days ago we celebrated July 4th and here I am with a long list of Hallmark Christmas movies and a holiday cozy mystery for you to enjoy during the hot, humid days of July.  There’s a lot of movies to get to, so let’s not waste any time. Today I’m going to share with you five of my favorite movies that are airing this week and I’d love to know what your favorites out of the whole week’s lineup are. To see the schedule, click here. Ready to dive into some holly, jolly viewing fun? Get that cup of hot cocoa and grab your favorite throw to cuddle up in. It’s time to watch some movies and do some reading.

Speaking of reading, this week I’m thrilled to share with you a mystery that has all the cozy and festive vibes.

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Friday Faves

Friday Faves 7/5/24

Happy Friday! Happy first week in July! July? Wasn’t I just writing my faves post for June? Yep. Now we’re in a whole new month with a long-stretch of summer ahead of us. So let’s make the best of it, says the pumpkin spice, tall boots loving gal. For this summer, Christmas in July edition of Friday Faves, I’ve added two new categories.

My faves this week include a podcast, a Instagram account that always makes me smile, the workout of the week, a favorite YouTube channel, my current read, hair care products and favorite Christmas movie. Ready? Let’s get started.

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