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Laura (What to Read Next)
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Golden Girls + Cozy Mystery = 🧁🔪 the perfect comfort read! Murder by Cheesecake is set in 1980s Miami and reads like your favorite sitcom with a side of sleuthing. Ideal beach escape, and fingers crossed it's the start of a series! More cozy recs on whattoreadnextblog.com/tag/cozy-mys...
April 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Finished Great Big Beautiful Life and feeling let down? In this episode, we share why it didn’t work for us—and six romance reads that absolutely deliver. Tune in to find your next favorite!

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We Read the New Emily Henry So You Don’t Have To (Here’s What to Read Instead)
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April 22, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Struggling to read lately? I’ve been deep in a reading slump thanks to nonstop doomscrolling. 😬 In my latest podcast, I share 10 easy hacks to help you read more—no pressure, just joy. Audiobooks + realistic goals = game changer. 🎧 Listen now: whattoreadnextblog.com/read-more-bo...
April 21, 2025 at 1:17 PM
If you love Elsie Silver’s cowboy romances, Between the Pines by Amber Palmer is a must-read. It’s got swoony vibes, strong family bonds, a guarded heroine, and spice that kicks in early. Available on Kindle Unlimited! 🤠📚 #RomanceReads #KindleUnlimited
April 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
If White Lotus left a vacation-sized hole in your heart, these thrillers will fill it, with murder. 10 twisty reads set in paradise are now up on the blog! 🌺📚 #VacationThrillers #WhatToReadNext

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April 11, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Still reeling from White Lotus S3? Escape into 10 twisty vacation thrillers where paradise turns deadly. Murder, secrets, luxury drama—you’re gonna love this list. 🌴🔪 Read the full roundup here: whattoreadnextblog.com/vacation-thr...
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April 8, 2025 at 9:47 AM
6 heartbreaking books that will wreck you… Then heal you. Tune into the latest podcast + YouTube episode to hear why these emotional literary fiction picks deserve a spot on your TBR. Full list + recs: youtu.be/ODXvXHf5QcY?...
April 7, 2025 at 12:40 PM
If you love small-town romance with cozy vibes, brunch scenes, & second chances, check out The Strawberry Patch Pancake House by Laurie Gilmore. Perfect for your weekend TBR and available on Kindle Unlimited! 🥞🍓 #RomanceBooks #KindleUnlimited #WhatToReadNext #CozyReads
April 5, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Just finished Story of My Life by Lucy Score—so fun! Now hooked on When She Unravels by Gabrielle Sands: runaway Mafia bride + Ibiza + local kingpin. For cozy night reads, I started The Coloring Crook by Krista Davis, set in a Georgetown coloring book shop. Loving the contrast!
March 21, 2025 at 12:36 PM
🌸 It's Spring Week on the What to Read Next Podcast! Today, Francesca from Under the Covers shares three perfect spring reads—think flower shops, road trips, and a touch of magical realism. 🌿✨ Tune in on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube (just search What to Read Next Podcast)! 🎧📚
March 11, 2025 at 12:07 PM
New Trend Alert: Tennis Romances! 🎾🔥 2025 is serving up Grand Slams and spicy off-the-court love stories! Don’t miss Game Point by Meg Jones (I loved Clean Point last year!) and Backhanded Compliment by Katie Chandler—both hitting shelves this summer. Who’s ready for more tennis romance?
February 28, 2025 at 1:27 PM
I let go of my book collection a few years ago and embraced library borrowing. It turns out I’m a one-and-done reader! Now, I invest in multiple paid library cards (check out my Substack reviews) and use KU.

How about you? Are you a re-reader, a book collector, or a one-and-done?
February 25, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Just finished Champagne Venom & Champagne Wrath by Nicole Fox—pure telenovela-level mafia drama! 🔥 Forced marriage, mafia wars, & spice from 10% in. Broody boss hero + scrappy heroine who fights back. KU + Whispersync audio = perfect binge! Do you have a favorite mafia romance? Drop recs!
February 21, 2025 at 1:24 PM
It's Library Book Mail Day! I love it when my library holds are ready for pickup. Although I don’t read many physical books, I’m incredibly excited about grabbing a cookbook this time—I can’t wait to try some new recipes! I’ll share what I picked up soon!
February 19, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Quick Book Rec:Looking for a mystery that’s not too cozy? It’s Elementary by Elise Bryant has PTA drama, a school full of Karens, & a single mom juggling work, parenting, and solving a murder. The audiobook is great—grab it from the library! And good news: book 2, The Game Afoot, is out this summer!
February 18, 2025 at 2:10 PM
There’s nothing better than a friend who gets your reading taste. The kind who hands you a book saying, “Trust me, you’ll love this.” Finding bookish friends means endless recommendations, deep discussions, and a TBR that never runs dry. Who’s your go-to book recommender?
February 18, 2025 at 1:33 PM
How’s your February reading journey going? Are you embracing joy, exploring new authors, or making time for daily reading? No pressure—just curiosity! Share what’s working (or not) for you. Let’s chat about finding joy in our reading lives!
February 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Let's check in—how's your reading life going this month? Are you finding books you love, or are you in a bit of a slump? Share your current read (or your TBR)!
February 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Happy Galentine’s Day! 💖✨ Let's check in—how's your reading life going this month? Are you finding books you love, or are you in a bit of a slump? Share your current read (or your TBR)!
February 13, 2025 at 12:15 PM
🔎📚 Love books AND mysteries? These 8 Best Bookish Cozy Mysteries are perfect for sleuthing between the shelves! From bookshops to libraries, these charming whodunits are a must-read. Which one will you pick up first? 👉 whattoreadnextblog.com/bookish-cozy-mysteries #CozyMystery #BookishReads
February 11, 2025 at 12:47 PM
✨ Love women’s fiction with a magical twist? Add these 5 magical realism books to your TBR! ✨ The Memo, The Hundred Loves of Juliet, The Good Part, Oona Out of Order, and Seven Husbands.
Rec List Curated by @bibliolifestyle.bsky.social
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Magical Realism Book Recommendations: Women's Fiction with a Twist
Explore 5 magical realism books that blend everyday life with a touch of magic. Perfect for fans of women’s fiction, these novels explore themes of self-discovery, relationships, and embracing life’s ...
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February 10, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Love cozy mysteries with small-town charm? 🏡✨ Check out these completed series perfect for binge-reading!

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Which series will you read first? Let’s chat! 📖✨
February 9, 2025 at 7:03 PM
📚Time to refresh my 20 KU borrows!

Let’s be real—if a book has been sitting in my Kindle library for over a year, I’m probably not going to read it. So, out with the old and in with something fresh!

What’s the best book you’ve found on Kindle Unlimited? Drop your recs!⬇️
February 8, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Bookish gossip you can't miss! We've got hot takes on it 🗞️ From Bookshop.org entering the eBook scene to the Rebecca Yarros controversy and casting debates on Children of Blood and Bone. What are your thoughts? 🌟 #BookishGossip

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February 7, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Need a cozy winter escape? Check out these 5 Winter RomComs, perfect for chilly nights and warm hearts! ❄️📚 From laugh-out-loud moments to swoony romance, these picks will brighten your season.

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February 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM