"The debut novel is based on YouTube shorts on Jill Bearup's YouTube channel. This book weaves together the main plot, the converstations with the author and her characters, and the life of the author herself. It's a fun take on a fantasy story, and I always love a fun fourth wall break." 

Just Stab Me Now

By Jill Bearup

The Perfect Charcuterie Board

101 Romance Story Prompts

"This heartfelt novel set in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky explores two fascinating historical topics from the Appalachian region, FDR's Pack Horse Library program begun in the 1930s and the mysterious "blue people" blood disorder known as methemoglobinemia. As she brings books to the hills and hollers of her community, Cussy, the Book Woman, also faces ignorance and prejudice about her medical condition."

The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek

By Kim Michele Richardson

Scripture Cake

PBS Documentary

"I picked this book because I was looking for something quick and twisty. I greatly enjoyed the debut by this author, so I wanted to give her sophomore novel a try. It did not disappoint. "

All The Dangerous Things

By Stacy Willingham

Easy Chicken Marsala

Red Wine Spritz

 "The theme for my book club this month was "Royal" and with all things Kate Middleton popping up on social – the timing was perfect. This book is a quick read and provides an enjoyable glimpse into the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II. One of my favorite stories included a trip to Scottland, so I had to pair the book with some yummy shortbread and the Queen's favorite tea."

The Other Side of the Coin

By Angela Kelly

Scottish Shortbread

Earl Grey Tea

"As a sci-fi movie fan, I wanted to do Frank Herbert justice by fully understanding the what he created before I watched the movie. I am so glad I did! As amazing as Hollywood, reading about different planets, people, time, and space is much easier to understand and follow. It gave me so much more insight and it was easier to follow along. Now I need to read the next book and just wait a few years for movie number 3!" 

Dune

By Frank Herbert

Dune Movie

Movie Theater Popcorn