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Sherry’s Take on Great Big Beautiful Life — Emily Henry’s Warm, Emotional New Read

November 5, 2025 at 5:28 PM

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📚 This Week’s Book Review! 💕
I'm diving into #GreatBigBeautifulLife by #EmilyHenry — a touching, heartfelt romance that reminds us how love can heal, surprise, and transform. ✨
🎥 Watch the full review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0-q...

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Sherry’s Take on Great Big Beautiful Life — Emily Henry’s Warm, Emotional New Read

October 30, 2025 at 3:35 PM

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Get cozy with a book review from @sherrysjoy.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0-q...

Great Big Beautiful Lif by Emily Henry
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Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano – Heartfelt Review & Audiobook Thoughts

October 26, 2025 at 2:07 AM

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📚 New #BookReview! Dive into the emotional depths of #HelloBeautiful by #AnnNapolitano— a story of love, loss, and redemption. Join me in the latest video as I break down its unforgettable characters and sweeping story arc. Watch now: youtu.be/HvZEzIz5BEQ?...
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What I Learned When My Husband Said No More Spending

October 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM

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Check out my review of #KillYourDarlings by #PeterSwanson — an absolute page-turner that blends psychological drama with just the right touch of romance.
Perfect for fans who love twists & secrets!
#BookSky #BlackBookSky #BookReview

🎥 Watch now and join the discussion ⬇️
👉 youtu.be/-llWn7MBlM8?...

October 15, 2025 at 10:08 AM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

New Book Review!📚✨
Just posted my review of #KillYourDarlings by #PeterSwanson — an absolute page-turner that blends psychological drama with just the right touch of romance.
Perfect for fans who love twists & secrets!
#BookSky

🎥 Watch now and join the discussion ⬇️
👉 youtu.be/-llWn7MBlM8?...

How The Great Divide Confronts Separation and Connection | BookmarkedJS Review

October 13, 2025 at 4:06 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

Finished #TheGreatDivide by #CristinaHenríquez — a powerful story about connection, separation, and the search for belonging. Set during the building of the Panama Canal, it’s full of quiet emotion and cultural tension.
📖 www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVaB...
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Audiobook Magic vs. TV Spectacle – My Honest Outlander Take

October 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

Just got my copy of #DaughterofShiloh by Terri J. Haynes 📖✨ Can’t wait to dive into this one—my TBR pile just got even better!
Follow me on YouTube 🎥 👉 @BookMarkedSJ and stay tuned for more bookish thoughts!
#BookMail #AmReading #BlackCreators #TerriJHaynes #NewReads #BookSky #BlackBookSky

September 25, 2025 at 2:45 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

I can't get enough of #Outlander by #DianaGabaldon

Check out my full review here:
youtu.be/7JBjYtSwAvg?...

#booksky #blackbooksky #historicalfiction #highlands #scotland #bookreview

September 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

I discovered #Outlander by #DianaGabaldon after watching season one of the show—listening to the audiobook while reading along. Time travel, romance, and plenty of strong opinions! 🌿📚

Which version wins for you? #blacksky #blackbooksky #booksky
🎥 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JBj...

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September 22, 2025 at 2:19 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

Currently juggling 3 audiobooks 🎧 and 1 e-book 📱 from the library… with 10 more e-books & 2 audiobooks on hold 🙈 Plus, about 10 physical books waiting on my shelf. My TBR is officially out of control 😂📚
#BookSky #BlackBookSky #Reviewer #TBRProblems #BookAddict #SupportYourLocalLibrary #BookObsessed

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September 11, 2025 at 3:55 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

A bit of evening therapy while listening to a fantastic book series!

#BookSky #BlackBookSky #AudioBooks #BookReviewer

September 10, 2025 at 2:58 AM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

✨ Just finished #FindingMyVoice by #HarryCCrawfordJr wow-short but so powerful. 💜 Uplifting, body positive, & a reminder to embrace who you are.
👉 Full review now up on Bookmarkedsj youtu.be/AtVLb4ZTQvs?...

#BookSky #BlackBookSky #MemoirMagic #BlackAuthors #BlackCreators #BodyPositiveReads

✨ Finding My Voice | A Powerful Memoir of Identity & Self-Love ✨

Please Don’t Lie Review ✨ Meh or Must-Read?

September 6, 2025 at 4:05 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

🤔 When characters make questionable choices… you know I have thoughts! My spoiler-free review of #ChristinaBakerKline’s #PleaseDon’tLie is up now. Come hang out and talk books! 📚
#blackbooksky #booksky #blackcreators
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RhM...

Why you should visit the Black Books Matter Festival!

September 1, 2025 at 5:34 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

There’s something so special about celebrating stories together.🖤The Black Books Matter Festival at National Harbor was full of joy, creativity, & community!
Catch the highlights in my latest video on YouTube @BookMarkedSJ 📚
#BlackBooksMatter #IndieAuthors #BookCommunity
youtu.be/VT1uUGeJFW0?...

Passages Of Hope | Cozy Historical Fiction with Heart & Strength

August 25, 2025 at 8:52 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

Just finished sharing my thoughts on #PassagesOfHope by @terrijhaynes.bsky.social over on YouTube - This book gave me all the feels. 😍 Come join the cozy book chat! ☕📖
youtu.be/qR-Jjd-FP2s?...

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Reviewing The Wedding People while at Scout Cafe in Wilmington!

August 17, 2025 at 9:15 PM

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@sherrysjoy.bsky.social

Spent a cozy afternoon at my favorite spot, Scout Café, sipping great coffee & diving into #TheWeddingPeople by #AlisonEspach. ☕📖 Cozy vibes, perfect read—Just right for the soul.

Hear my thoughts: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBvz...

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