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September 28, 2023

Book Review: Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers

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This spoiler-free book review of Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers covers all you need to know about this cozy mystery book. I share my favorite book quotes from Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, frequently asked questions, a brief…

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September 26, 2023

25 Delightful Winter Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers

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I love seasonal reading for picture books and early chapter books! There’s something about getting out our favorite winter books for toddlers or preschoolers that just adds to the festive holiday season! Our girls love to read about the magic…

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September 16, 2023

12 Cozy Winter Books to Curl Up with Next

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I don’t know about you, but reading classic winter books or cozy winter books in the wet, cold winter months is one of my favorite things. Even winter books for kids! Curling up with a good book by the fire…

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September 13, 2023

Unlikely Animals Review (And Why Annie Hartnett Is a New Favorite)

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In this spoiler-free Unlikely Animals review, I cover all you need to know about this literary fiction book. I include my favorite book quotes from Unlikely Animals, frequently asked questions, a brief synopsis, book club discussion questions, similar books, and…

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August 28, 2023

24 Unique Gifts for Readers (that Aren’t Books)

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Do you want to shower the bookworm in your life with a special book lover gift box or non-book present? These bookish, unique gifts for readers are perfect for showing just how much you care about that book nerd in…

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August 15, 2023

Book Review: The Unsinkable Greta James

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This spoiler-free book review of The Unsinkable Greta James by Jennifer E. Smith covers everything you need to know about this emotional, relationship fiction novel. I share book club questions for The Unsinkable Greta James, frequently asked questions, a brief…

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August 12, 2023

10 Buzzy Book Club Books for Fall 2023

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I can’t believe fall reading is upon us! Some of the best book club books of all time are released in the fall or late summer, in my opinion. And these book club books for fall 2023 definitely hit the…

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August 11, 2023

How to Write a Killer Editorial Assessment

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An editorial assessment, or a manuscript evaluation, can be incredibly insightful for authors during the beginning stages of their writing process. But what exactly is a manuscript critique? And what do book editors need to include when writing a stand-out…

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August 2, 2023

What Makes a Good Editor?

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As an editor with almost a decade of experience, I can tell you what makes a good editor is a combination of different skills and qualities. Unfortunately, there are some scammy, amateur editors out there. They promise to improve a…

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July 31, 2023

9 Swoon-Worthy Books for Music Lovers

If you like books for music lovers or you just love to read about musicians and the music industry during different points in time, oh do I have some book recommendations for you! There’s something so electric (pun intended!) about…

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July 26, 2023

What Is Developmental Editing? | Full Guide

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What is developmental editing, and how does it differ from other levels of editing? I’ve heard this question many times from writers and editors alike. Developmental editing happens early on in the revision and publishing process, and it focuses on…

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July 22, 2023

Early Reading Tips: How to Encourage a Love of Reading

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I don’t know if my kids will end up developing a lifelong love of reading, but these are my early reading tips and how I’m setting up our home to foster a love of reading, providing many opportunities for growing…

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Hello! I’m Mollie.

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I'm a reader, book editor, and content creator living in North Carolina with my husband, Aaron, and my girls, Matilda and Harriet.

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