📚Book lover on a mission! If it has pages, I’m either reading it or adding it to my overflowing TBR. My lists are packed with current reads, future obsessions, and all-time favorites across every genre. So many stories, so little time, but I’m deter...
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My Now Reading Stack
My Most-Loved Books of 2026
Classic Reads for Every Book Lover
My Can’t-Wait-to-Read Stack
Heart Pounding Faves
Can’t-Miss Fiction Picks
My Now Reading Stack
A peek at the books I’m turning pages on this week 📚🤓 no spoilers, just vibes.
A witty, behind-the-scenes Hollywood tale full of ambition, friendship, and unexpected heart.
Hollywood, Ending
Jennifer Hillier writes such intriguing thrillers, this one is unputdownable!
Heart of Glass | Barnes & Noble®
This title is perfect, this book is CREEP-ing me out! 😱
Creep (Creep Series #1)
I love a short twisty thriller!
Old Ham by Seraphina Nova Glass
My Most-Loved Books of 2026
The very best books I read in 2026, handpicked and highly loved📚🤓❤️
I highly recommend this one, captivating story from start finish. The writing is raw and beautiful.
The Burning Side: A Novel | Barnes & Noble®
If you’re looking for a captivating page turner this is the one! Short, fast paced chapters with big cliffhangers to keep you reading!
It Should Have Been You: A Novel
Such great reviews! Looking forward to reading it!
Heart the Lover by Lily King, Hardcover
This book is so unique, not what I was expecting at first but so much more!
The Radiant Dark: A Novel - Alexandra Oliva
This book is quiet and beautiful, I absolutely loved it.
Whistler: A Novel
You will absolutely LOVE Mabel!
Mad Mabel: A Novel - Hepworth, Sally: Books
A strange, twisty, wonderfully offbeat read that has me curious to see just where this story is headed. 👀📚
Fruit Fly: A Novel
A captivating survival story where nature, love, and danger collide in the most beautiful, brutal ways. 🌊📖
Wild Dark Shore: A Novel by Charlotte McConaghy, Hardcover
Four sleepless strangers, one all-night diner, and a disappearance that turns their 3am confessions into an amateur investigation. Equal parts found-family warmth and page-turning mystery.
The Insomniacs by Allison Winn Scotch
Another brilliant, thought provoking book by Matt Haig!
The Midnight Train (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Warm, wise, and gut-punch gorgeous ~ I recommend this one to everyone!
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The Correspondent: A Novel by Virginia Evans, Hardcover
This book is getting a lot of great buzz and it lives up to the hype!
Yesteryear (GMA Book Club Pick) by Caro Claire Burke, Paperback
Re-reading this one, it’s an all-time fave! 🚀
Project Hail Mary: A Novel: Weir, Andy
Abby Jimenez is one of my faves and this book grabbed me from the first chapter. Always funny but angsty and full of heart too.
The Night We Met (Deluxe Edition) by Abby Jimenez, Hardcover
This one’s getting RAVE reviews!
Anatomy of an Alibi: A Novel by Ashley Elston, Paperback
An ordinary town hides extraordinary secrets until one woman starts asking the wrong questions.
The Names: A Read with Jenna Pick: A Novel
Part mystery, part dark comedy, this propulsive thriller blends past trauma, true-crime obsession, and surprises at every turn.
Haven't Killed in Years by Amy K. Green, Hardcover
Another captivating page turner by Alice Feeney!
My Husband's Wife: A Novel by Alice Feeney, Hardcover
A chilling thriller about secrets, lies, and the cost of paradise.
What Kind of Paradise: A Novel by Janelle Brown, Hardcover
What if you got to do everything in your life twice? I love that premise.
Twice: A Novel by Mitch Albom, Hardcover
This book had me on page one! Total page turner! 📖
This Story Might Save Your Life: A Novel by Tiffany Crum, Hardcover
Classic Reads for Every Book Lover
Timeless stories, unforgettable characters, and beautifully written tales that are always worth revisiting. ❤️
I recently re-read this book, it’s a personal Top 10 and I recommend it to everyone!
East of Eden by John Steinbeck, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
I’m reading more classics this year and this one is a first time read for me!
Stoner by John Williams, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
I’ve been wanting to read this for years, I’m finally jumping in! 🤠🐴 ❤️
Lonesome Dove (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
A timeless classic! This is one of those books everyone should experience at least once.
To Kill a Mockingbird (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
My Can’t-Wait-to-Read Stack
My “read me next” pile 📚🤓
This one’s on everybody’s radar!
The Burning Side: A Novel | Barnes & Noble®
Emma Straub is a must buy author for me! I can’t wait to read this one!
American Fantasy: A Novel - Emma Straub
I can’t wait to get my hands on this thriller!
Heart of Glass | Barnes & Noble®
Heart Pounding Faves
Twist-Filled Reads I Highly Recommend
I loved Local Woman Missing and I can’t wait to dive into this thriller!
It's Not Her by Mary Kubica, Hardcover
If you’re looking for a twisty whodunnit this one’s for you! I enjoyed trying to figure it out… I was wrong! 😄
She Didn't See It Coming: A Novel by Shari Lapena, Hardcover
I’m obsessed with the Eddie Flynn series! Highly recommend!
The Devil's Advocate: The Sunday Times Bestseller
Expected publish date January 6, 2026. I love Rachel Hawkins books always gripping!
The Storm: A Novel by Rachel Hawkins, Hardcover
Finlay always delivers a twisty thrill ride and I can’t wait to dig into this one!
The Anniversary: A Thriller by Alex Finlay, Hardcover - Barnes & Noble
The Spider returns. Alex Cross must stop him…again. 🕷️
Return of the Spider: An Alex Cross Thriller by James Patterson, Hardcover
Edge of the your seat political thriller!
The First Gentleman: A Thriller by James Patterson, Bill Clinton, Hardcover
This one is a fun murder mystery with a charming heroine!
Murder Takes a Vacation: A Novel by Laura Lippman, Hardcover
Taut and suspenseful crime thriller! Soooo good!
Blacktop Wasteland by S. A. Cosby, Paperback
Finally reading this one, I’m obsessed with S.A. Cosby’s books right now. 🤩
Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby, Paperback
Alex Finlay always writes amazing edge of your seat thrillers!
Parents Weekend: A Novel by Alex Finlay, Hardcover
This one started off messy (in a good way!) right from the start!
Julie Chan Is Dead: A Novel by Liann Zhang, Hardcover
A sleek, unsettling thriller where charm hides danger and nothing is quite what it seems.
Beautiful Ugly|Hardcover
If you’re looking for a twisty, fast read thriller Frieda McFadden is for you!
The Intruder: McFadden, Freida
Peter Swanson is an auto-buy author for me. 🤩📚
Kill Your Darlings: A Novel by Peter Swanson, Hardcover
Fast paced and twisty!
First Lie Wins: Reese's Book Club: A Novel
*All the Colors of the Dark* pulled me in and refused to let go. It’s eerie, immersive, and beautifully written—the kind of thriller that lingers long after the last page. I loved every twist, every shadowy secret. Highly recommend! 🔥📖✨
All the Colors of the Dark: A Read with Jenna
Whew! Seriously creepy and unputdownable! Looking for a gripping thriller - try this one!
Tell Me What You Did: A Novel: Wilson, Carter
I love a twisty thriller!
Not Quite Dead Yet: A Novel (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)
Whew! This one grabs you from page one and never lets go!
Falling by T. J. Newman, Paperback
Unputdownable!!📖😳
Local Woman Missing|Hardcover
Riveting and so twisty!
The Night Shift by Alex Finlay, Paperback
Page turning family drama thriller! 📖
Every Last Fear - Alex Finlay
If you haven’t read a Kiersten Modglin book yet, I highly recommend you check them out! Always loaded with twists and turns!
*Available instantly on KindleUnlimited
The Last Trip: Modglin, Kiersten - Books
Looks like a fun Summer read!
Claire, Darling: A Novel by Callie Kazumi, Hardcover
I couldn’t put this one down!😳📖
If Something Happens to Me: A Novel by Alex Finlay, Paperback
Unputdownable!
Listen for the Lie: A Novel by Amy Tintera, Paperback
Fast paced with relentless tension all the way to the satisfying conclusion. Highly recommend!
The Passengers by John Marrs, Paperback
If you liked Stephen King’s “Misery” you’ll enjoy this thriller too!
Do Not Open by Kiersten Modglin, Paperback
Very twisty thriller it kept me up turning pages late into the night!
Don't Open Your Eyes: A Novel by Liv Constantine, Hardcover
Can’t-Miss Fiction Picks
Page-turners that stayed with me.
A smart, charming story about confronting the past after losing someone you thought you knew.
Loved One: A Novel by Aisha Muharrar, Hardcover
This was both heartfelt and funny. I really enjoyed it!📚😍
The Other Side of Now by Paige Harbison
Perfect combination of hilarious and moving. I loved this one!
The Wedding People: Read With Jenna Pick
One of my top reads ever! 😍
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow: A Novel
Magical and lovely!
In Five Years: A Novel
Some heavy topics but also (literally!) laugh out loud funny!
Wreck: A GMA Book Club Pick: Newman, Catherine
This book is full of heart and hope! 🥹❤️
All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle, Paperback
Literally laugh out loud hilarious and full of heart!
The Guncle by Steven Rowley, Paperback
Heartbreaking and beautiful with a main character I still think about! I wish I could read this book for the first time again!
The People We Keep by Allison Larkin, Paperback
Juicy new novel by Elin Hilderbrand and her daughter! I’m excited to read this one!
The Academy: A Novel by Elin Hilderbrand, Shelby Cunningham ...
This book was a soul wrenching emotional journey that I still think about.
Adelaide: A Novel by Genevieve Wheeler, Paperback
A beautiful book for book lovers! I adored this one!
No Two Persons: A Novel by Erica Bauermeister, Paperback
A coming-of-age story full of heart! I loved the nostalgic vibe and the characters were perfection!
Mary Jane: A Novel - Jessica Anya Blau
Dazzling, gripping, moving, and unexpectedly tense considering the entire novel unfolds within a (luxurious) hotel room. This one had me on the edge of my seat! I listened to the audiobook and it was exceptional! Check it out!
Lucky Night: A Novel by Eliza Kennedy, Hardcover
I loved this one!😍
The Last Love Note: A Novel by Emma Grey, Paperback
Messy family drama - gotta love it!
Fun for the Whole Family: A Novel
Brilliant writer!
Run for the Hills: From NYT Bestselling Author
This one will tug at your heartstrings 💞📚
The People We Keep by Allison Larkin, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
Rom-Coms That Made Me Smile
Sweet, Silly, Swoon-Worthy Reads
Another charmer by Katherine Center!
The Shippers: A Novel by Katherine Center, Hardcover
Pretty Woman Vibes (no prostitutes)! Adorable, loved it!
Maid for Each Other (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Lynn Painter, Paperback
This rom-com had me at the setting in Alaska!
Any Trope but You: A Novel: Lavine, Victoria
Witty, romantic and fun!
The Love Haters: A Novel by Katherine Center, Hardcover
Super swoony and fun summer read!
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, Paperback
You can NOT go wrong with a Lynn Painter book! 😍
Happily Never After by Lynn Painter, Paperback
Fun one for your summer read list!
Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie Cousens, Paperback
I love Josie Silver books!
Slow Burn Summer: A Novel - Josie Silver
If you’re looking for a charming feel-good book this one’s it!
Flying Solo: A Novel by Linda Holmes, Paperback
Buy it for the gorgeous cover, keep it for the rip roaring fun read!
Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura, Paperback
Christmas Books That Spark Joy🎄
My favorite feel-good holiday reads.
I adored this one! 🎄📚😍
Love, Holly: A Novel by Emily Stone, Paperback
If you love “The Holiday” movie with Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet then this books for you!😍☀️❄️
The Holiday Honeymoon Switch by Julia McKay, Paperback
Add this charmer to your holiday reading list! 🎄
Bright Lights, Big Christmas: A Novel by Mary Kay Andrews, Paperback
‘Tis the season for a murder mystery! Festive and twisty Christmas novella!
The Christmas Guest: A Novella by Peter Swanson, Hardcover
One of my very favorite holiday books! So fun!
Holiday Romance: A totally hilarious and unforgettable Christmas romantic ...
Fun holiday addition to the phenomenal Molly the Maid Series!
The Mistletoe Mystery: A Maid Novella by Nita Prose, Hardcover
Love! Love! Love…This one! Heartwarming and lovely with a “Love Actually” vibe!
One Day in December by Josie Silver, Paperback
This was a five ⭐️ holiday read for me!
Faking Christmas - by Cindy Steel
One of my very favorite Josie Silver books!
A Winter in New York: A Novel by Josie Silver, Paperback
I loved this one! 😍
In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren, Paperback
Jenny Bayliss writes such charming Christmas books! 🎄🎅🏼📚
I'll Be Home for Christmas by Jenny Bayliss, Paperback
Loading up my TBR with Christmas reads!🎄🎅🏼📚
Yours For The Season: A Novel by Emily Stone, Paperback
Charming and fun little Christmas mystery!
The Santa Suit: A Novel by Mary Kay Andrews, Paperback
Give me all the Christmas books! Christmas 🎄📚
Christmas Fling by Lindsey Kelk, Paperback
Clean and sweet Christmas story with strong Hallmark vibes - that’s a compliment, I love Hallmark Christmas movies!
The Post Box at the North Pole by Jaimie Admans | eBook
Modern Love
Love Stories That Gave Me All the Feels
You need this one on your summer TBR list! 😍📚
It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
You can NOT go wrong with a TJR Book! 😍
One True Loves|Paperback - Taylor Jenkins Reid
I loved this one! 🥹😍
Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Paperback
Emily Henry is an automatic buy author for me. Love her storytelling!
Great Big Beautiful Life: Reese's Book Club
Time for a bit of romance in beautiful Colorado!
The Heartbreak Hotel by Ellen O'Clover, Paperback
A fresh, funny dive into second chances and finding romance where you least expect it! I loved this one!
Is She Really Going Out with Him? - Kindle
Captivating! This one stated with me!
Books - Pictures of You: A Novel: Grey, Emma
Part “Under the Tuscan Sun” and part “Eat, Pray, Love”. I adored this escape to Italy read!
The Little Italian Hotel: A Novel by Phaedra Patrick, Paperback
Simply perfect! Anne Tyler can do no wrong in my book. Highly Recommend.
Three Days in June: A Novel: Tyler, Anne
Swoony magical realism! 😍
The Love of My Afterlife (GMA Book Club Pick) by Kirsty Greenwood, Paperback
💖✨Magical!✨💖
Sounds Like Love (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Ashley Poston, Paperback
Kennedy Ryan! 🤩
Can't Get Enough (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
✅ Enemies to Love
✅ Second Chance
✅ Road Trip
✅ Great Book
PS: I Hate You by Lauren Connolly, Paperback
If you enjoy magical realism in your romance books then this one’s for you! I loved it! 😍
A Novel Love Story (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Ashley Poston, Paperback
Loved this one!
How to Walk Away by Katherine Center, Paperback
I adore Christina Lauren books and this one’s a charmer!
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren, Paperback
I loved this one! 🥰
Ready or Not: A Novel by Cara Bastone, Paperback
One of my favorite Katherine Center books!
Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center, Paperback
Another KC fave - check it out! 😍
Hello Stranger: A Novel by Katherine Center, Paperback
I love Sophie Cousens books! This one’s a gem!
The Good Part by Sophie Cousens, Paperback
Contemporary romance mashed with a fun adventure! This was a fun one!
Something Wilder by Christina Lauren, Paperback
Romance, humor and a dash of the paranormal! Super cute!
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston, Paperback
The book was much better than the Netflix movie! Much!!
Happiness for Beginners by Katherine Center, Paperback
This is a second chance love story that’s sweet, funny and charming.❤️🥹
Evvie Drake Starts Over: A Read with Jenna Pick: A Novel
Flirty and fun with emotional themes… and a not small amount of spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
People Watching: A Novel by Hannah Bonam-Young, Paperback
The Best Worlds I’ve Escaped To
Gentle fantasy and sci-fi worlds you’ll love getting lost in.
Exclusive edition! One of my favorite books ever! 🤩
The House in the Cerulean Sea: Special Edition by TJ Klune, Hardcover
Sequel to the brilliant House in the Cerulean Sea.
Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune, Hardcover
✨Enchanting✨
The Lost Story: A Novel by Meg Shaffer, Hardcover
I love cozy fantasy with quirky townspeople. This was charming!
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst, Paperback
Quirky and unique!
Annie Bot: A Novel by Sierra Greer, Paperback
This was a quirky and wild ride! Pure fun! 👽🛸
The Road to Roswell: A Novel by Connie Willis, Paperback
Vacation-Ready Reads
Easy, breezy page-turners guaranteed to give you that endless-summer feeling.
Quintessential Beach Read! ☀️🌊⛱️📖
The Five-Star Weekend (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Elin Hilderbrand, Hardcover
Summer & Hildebrand - perfection! 🏝️🌊☀️📖
Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
All the elements of a fun beach read in this one! 📖☀️🕶️👙🌴
The Hotel Nantucket: Hilderbrand, Elin
Perfect beach read!📖🏝️👙🌊☀️
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry, Paperback
Swoony Beach Vibes!📖👙🏖️🌊☀️
The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, Paperback
Romance that pulls at the heartstrings! Lovely!🥰
How to End a Love Story (Reese's Book Club Pick) - Barnes & Noble
Big City Summer Love! 😍📖
Summer in the City (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition) - Barnes & Noble
Fun beach read! ☀️🌊👙📖
Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan, Paperback
Charming summer read!
Seven Summers by Paige Toon, Paperback
Pack this in your beach bag and enjoy!
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, Paperback
Breezy beach read! ☀️👙⛱️🌊
Summers at the Saint: A Novel by Mary Kay Andrews, Paperback
Full of heart and family drama!
Summer Island: A Novel
Page-Turners From Another Era
Compelling tales from times I loved exploring.
One of my very favorite books!
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, Paperback
Unforgettable!
The Great Alone - Kristin Hannah
Not a light read, but an impactful one.
The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult, Paperback
A novel about 3 women who worked at Bletchley Park during WWII. The characters are based on real people. Quinn did an incredible amount of research and it shows. I highly recommend.
The Rose Code by Kate Quinn
Captivating story!
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn, Paperback
Big juicy drama! I loved this one!
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Paperback
Heart wrenching and lovely!
Go as a River: A Novel by Shelley Read, Paperback
This book is an epic journey and I still think about it long after having read it!
The Lincoln Highway: A Novel by Amor Towles, Paperback
Non-Fiction Reads
Brave, raw and beautifully told!
You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir by Christina Applegate, Hardcover
2025’s Unforgettable Reads
Books I’ve Loved in 2025
Found it! The holiday read that jingles all the bells and wraps you in pure cheer. Total heart-eyes!😍
Good Spirits: Magical Paranormal Holiday Romance
A compassionate, emotional knockout about connection and loyalty. Backman remains one of my favorite authors, and this book proves why.
My Friends: A Novel (Barnes & Noble Book Club Edition) by Fredrik Backman ...
Raw, propulsive, and masterfully told. Cosby doesn’t miss, this is easily a 2025 standout.
King of Ashes: A Novel by S. A. Cosby, Hardcover
Epic, sweeping, and wildly gripping. This story crackles with tension and heart. A 2025 knockout for me.
Atmosphere: A Love Story (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)
Edge of your seat read! Dark story told with stunningly beautiful writing.
All the Sinners Bleed by S. A. Cosby, Paperback
A dark, twisty survival thriller set inside a glamour-turned-nightmare reality show.😳
The Compound (GMA Book Club Pick)|Hardcover
Relentless tension paired with sharp, artful writing. Cooke builds a thriller that crackles with originality and lingers long after.
Her Many Faces: A Novel by Nicci Cloke, Hardcover
Golden, nostalgic, and achingly tender. Fortune captures summer love at its most unforgettable. A 2025 standout for me.
One Golden Summer: Fortune, Carley
Warm, wise, and deeply moving. Jimenez’s storytelling hits straight to the heart. One of my top reads from a favorite writer.
Say You'll Remember Me (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Dark, clever, and wildly addictive. Clarke turns the world of writing into a maze of secrets you can’t escape.
The Ghostwriter: A Novel by Julie Clark
Relentless, clever, and wildly cinematic. This collaboration turns every chapter into a jolt of pure suspense.
The Writer: A Thriller by James Patterson, J. D. Barker, Hardcover
Radiant, raw, and full of emotional punch. I couldn’t look away. A 2025 standout for me.
The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff, Hardcover
Adorable, heartfelt, and a little bit spicy. The perfect comfort-read with heat and heart… and a dog!
If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia
A devastating, deeply human novel about growing up in the shadow of tragedy. This one lingers long after the final page.
Notes on Your Sudden Disappearance: A Novel by Alison Espach, Paperback
A tight, high-voltage ride under 200 pages that hits with full-force impact. Crouch at his most efficient and electric.
Famous: A Novel by Blake Crouch, Paperback
Smart, addictive, and perfectly paced. Capped by an ending that completely blew my mind. A total page-turner.
Guess Again by Charlie Donlea, Hardcover
A sweeping, heart-wrenching story of loss, courage, and reckoning. This one hit me hard.
Finding Grace: A Novel by Loretta Rothschild, Hardcover
Bold, tender, and darkly comedic. A novel that grips you with its pain and surprises you with its humor. Unforgettable.
The Road to Tender Hearts: A Novel by Annie Hartnett, Hardcover
Warm, tender, and wonderfully escapist. O’Leary at her most feel-good.
Swept Away: O'Leary, Beth: 9780593640142
Atmospheric, surprising, and deeply heartfelt. A genre-blend that kept me hooked from the first page.
The Memory Collectors: A Novel: Meserve, Dete
Dark, sharp, and fiercely compelling. This under-the-radar stunner deserves way more buzz. Fargo absolutely delivers.
The Favorites: A Novel by Layne Fargo, Hardcover
A razor-edged domestic thriller packed with dread, deception, and gasp-worthy reveals. I flew through it.
The Break-In by Katherine Faulkner, Hardcover
Summer vibes!
Dolly All the Time (GMA Book Club Pick) | Barnes & Noble®
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