January Book Fairs & Reading Events
Today we have the first of the January book fairs, book promos, and reading events. So many more books and reader events, just in time for the the next snow storm this weekend.
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A New Year of Old Traditions
Since we’re already well into the month of January, I thought I’d share some of my late New Year’s Day traditions that I never do on time.
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Peaceful Lasagna
It’s a freezing winter day, and it might snow, which means it’s the perfect night to eat Peaceful Lasagna by the fire while reading my favorite romance novels.
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Time to Pack Up & Put Away
It’s January and it’s snowing and it’s time to put the decorations away. Even if you’ve already cleared Christmas away, it’s not too late to look for holiday storage solutions for next year. Everything is on sale now!
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Winter Storm Home Emergency Plan
It’s snowing! And although the storm is already here, it’s never too late to prepare for more storms coming later this winter. Here’s a list to help you get started.
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An Epiphany for All
Today is the Epiphany, the last of the 12 Days of Christmas. To celebrate, here’s a brief history of the day’s meaning and a Galette de Roi cake recipe that is worthy of a king–or three!
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Sarah Munro’s Honey Onion Cough Syrup
‘Tis the season for presents, parties, and respiratory illnesses that often end with coughs. And this honey onion cough syrup is now my go-to health hack to help me feel better.
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Cheesy Lentils & Brown Rice
Need an easy dinner for a cold winter’s night? This recipe for cheesy lentils and brown rice is the perfect solution for a cozy supper by the fire.
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All in the Public Domain
On Public Domain Day, January 1, 2025, creative works from 1929, including notable books like “A Farewell to Arms” and “A Room of One’s Own” as well as sound recordings from 1924 became free for public use. But as always, there are exceptions.
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Happy New Year!
I wish you all a very happy and prosperous 2025!
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Peppermint Cocktail
It’s New Year’s Eve. That means it’s time for a fancy cocktail worthy of the evening. And Peppermint Cocktails are a perfect choice.
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A Soft Landing to a Hard Year
After a long, hard year, End of the Year Rituals give you permission to set aside time so you can reflect on the past, offer gratitude for the present, and dream about the future. I don’t know of a better way to end one year and begin a new one, and it’s always fun to when a First Footer shows up.
