Happy Friday!
Today I'm participating in six blog hops. You can click on the host links below to find the blogs of others who are participating in each blog hop. If you're a blogger, feel free to join through the host links.
Question: July is the month for reading by the pool or on the beach. What's your favorite summer beach book, and why is it suitable for a sunny day?
My response: Actually, for me, July is the month for reading Christmas-themed books in the comfort of my own home with the A/C on. But I have a recommendation that covers both summer vibes and Christmas vibes. It's the book from which I shared excerpts last week - Sticks and Stones and a Bag of Bones (Mermaid Bay Christmas Shoppe Mystery 1), by Heather Weidner. It is set in a beach community in July and the main character owns a Christmas Shoppe. It's a really fun start to a new cozy mystery series.
Today's excerpts are from the e-book format of Christmas, Criminals, and Campers (Camper and Criminals Mystery 4), by Tonya Kappes.
"The way Nadine carefully wove the tapestry of the small town really did make it feel like it's own character," Abby Fawn said with a deep sigh of happiness. She spoke so fondly of the book she had picked for The Laundry Club's monthly book club meeting.
And here is an excerpt from 56%:
"Hi, Hank." Abby climbed over the console. "I guess you're here for me."
I finished this cozy mystery a couple days ago and I loved it. The excerpts are from the e-book, but I listened to the audiobook. I'm definitely going to continue this series.
Miss Tinker Bell is saying hello to all of her fans out there.
It's been a while since I've taken an early morning walk, but it is something I enjoy when I can get outside that early and when weather permits. This picture was taken almost exactly two years ago. I love early morning sunlight.
Why do you read Christmas-themed books in July? I should consider doing it, too, since I can never get the Christmas books from the library in December.
ReplyDeleteAnne, "Christmas in July" is just a way people get in the spirit of the holiday during the summer by participating in Christmas-themed activities. I'm not sure exactly how it got started, but I enjoy participating in it. :)
DeleteHi Tinker Bell!
ReplyDeleteHi! :)
DeleteThose books sound cute. I will have to keep an eye out for the series.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
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Thank you! :)
DeleteI enjoy the Tonya Kappes series, too. I listened to that one on audio. I still have to go back and catch up with this series. Miss Tinker Bell looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Yvonne! Tonya Kappes has become one of my favorite authors! :-)
DeleteI like the idea of Christmas in July. :-) I sometimes read a Christmas thing book this time of year if I think of it, but often not, sadly. Sticks and Stones and a Bag of Bones sounds like a great choice!
ReplyDeleteTonya Kappes book sounds good too and I am glad you enjoyed it. She's on my long list of authors I want to try someday.
Hi, Tinker Bell! She's looking lovely as always. :-)
I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Bell says Hi back and thank you! :-)
DeleteA Christmas shop at the beach, that's a good premise.
ReplyDeleteHello, Tinker Bell, you are beautiful and thank you for linking up with Feline Friday.
Thank you! :-)
DeleteSome day I am going to try doing Christmas in July. It looks like you and others have a lot of fun with that event!
ReplyDeleteI do really enjoy it, Deb. Hope you'll join the Christmas in July fun sometime! :-)
DeleteEarly morning sunlight is one of my favorites too! Thank you for the book recommendation, I've made a note of it!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! You're welcome! :-)
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