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Read to escape

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Reading is a powerful way to relax and unwind, allowing you to escape into different worlds, expand your imagination, and reduce stress. Beyond relaxation, it boosts cognitive function, enhances empathy, and improves focus and vocabulary, making it a...
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Give me a book.......

From true crime, Biography to Fantasy or romance, find the time to read, explore and learn

 
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I love a good mystery or suspense novel and can never pass a bookstore without going in, especially the little hidden bookstores.  Whether the author is well known, such as James Patterson (Women Murder Club), or Mary Higgin Clark, I will always find a book.
Bookshop: Buy books online. Support local bookstores.
 
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Suspense,  light read and short chapters
Books – Women's Murder Club
 
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Coffee Self-Talk by Kristen Helmstetter is motivating and inspiring.  It is a Book you will read more than once.
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Who knew that I would enjoy reading this?  I find this to be a little of the Hunger games and Games of Thrones mixed together.
'Fourth Wing' Author Rebecca Yarros Reveals Series' 3rd Book, 'Onyx ...
 
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Looking for a great mystery with plot that is a little dark and the ending will shock you, then check out RuthsWare's bookk
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Onyx Storm (3rd book -Fourth Wing Series)
Onyx Storm (Deluxe Limited Edition) by Rebecca Yarros, Hardcover
 
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If you enjoy reading Confession of a  Shopaholic Series (by Sophie Kinsella), you will truly enjoying reading Confession of domestic failure.  It will not only having you laughing/smiling, but will associate with majority of all moms.  Great read and so glad I come across this hidden gem
Confessions of a Domestic Failure by Bunmi Laditan - Barnes & Noble

Summer Reads

Great way to spend the day at the lake, beach or just in your backyard

 
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This summer will be different or will promises be broken and give in to temptation…..
This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune, Paperback
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Grief, love and hope.  Four freshmen  from different worlds form a friendship and make a pact to always be there for each other, but will they?
The Summer Pact: A Novel by Emily Giffin,
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Two writers bogged down with writer's block and broke, decide to help each other.  Question is, will there be a finished novel or love?
Beach Read by Emily Henry, Paperback
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If  looking for humour, heart and a heroine, this one is for you!
The Love of My Afterlife
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Another great summer read by Emily Henry.  Two people with nothing in common become friends and venture on on a vacation every summer, until one vacation is ruined. Is this the end of a great friendship between guy and girl?
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry,
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Will a flimsy cover story be worth losing true love that started out as a lie…….
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren
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Murder Mystery/Suspense

Murder/mystery books offer thrilling plots that challenges one's intellect and imagination.  The satisfaction of solving the mystery or uncovering the unexpected truth makes these books both entertaining and rewarding.

 
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John Grisham's books are captivating as they masterfully blend legal drama, suspense, and compelling storytelling. Grisham offers  an insider look into courtroom battles, legal ethics, and high-stakes situations. Whether you're drawn to gripping legal thrillers, social justice themes, or thought-provoking narratives, Grisham's books provide an engaging and satisfying reading exp...
John Grisham Books, eBooks, and Audiobooks | Barnes & Noble®

Journals and more

Journaling, playing games, and solving puzzles are excellent activities for boosting mental health because they engage the mind, promote relaxation, and provide a sense of accomplishment

 
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Excellent gift for grandma or Mom to journal their life and share with the kids or grandkids.
Tell Me Your Life Story, Mom - Barnes & Noble
 
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Great way to spend quality time, improve mood, problem-solving skills, and offer a healthy distraction from stress!
Game night with family or friends
 
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I find this to be a great way to start my day by writing down thoughts.  It also helps me to process emotions, reduce stress, and clarify goals.
Writing Journals