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I’m Marian. This blog is a place for me to share my thoughts on reading, writing, creativity, and cozy hobbies. I’m an introvert who loves to curl up with a good book and an iced coffee. I also like to play with my dog Hazel, watch TV and youtube, and experiment in the kitchen. I’m currently writing a book and dream of having it published one day. You can learn more about me here.
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Reading Guide: Laurie Gilmore’s Dream Harbor Books in Order
Have you ever wanted to escape to a small town? Romance books make it seem so ideal. The small-town settings provide a cozy escape for the main character to have a fresh start and build a new…
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Book Review: Woman Down by Colleen Hoover
I’m a longtime fan of Colleen Hoover, so I was happy to see that she had a new release coming out in 2026! Woman Down came out in January, and I’ve been super curious about it ever…
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Fiction Flashback: The Clique by Lisi Harrison
Today I am launching a new series on my blog called Fiction Flashback, in which I re-read a book that I enjoyed from childhood and reflect on it. In today’s first post I’m going to be discussing…
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A Summer Writing Update
Hello Readers! It’s been a while since I’ve updated you on my writing projects. Now that we’re in a new season, I thought it might be fun to write an update for the blog. I’m currently working…
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My 2026 June TBR List
It’s a new month which means it’s time to think about my reading plans. I have a couple fo reviews due this month, as well as some fun books I want to read. I’m also trying to…
















