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Book Review: Chosen By A Vampire; Dark Fantasy Romance Book

Chosen By A Vampire is a good book for those looking for an urban dark paranormal romance love story with spicy scenes. But honestly, this book was all over the place, initially. By the middle of the book, I was becoming a bit bored of …
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Book Review: Khan’s Choice; Urban Fantasy Spicy Book

Khan’s Choice is a fantastic urban fiction read that perfectly mixes paranormal and street life, that is centered around drugs and vampires …
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Book Review: Zen In The Art Of Writing For Writers

Zen In The Art Of Writing by Ray Bradbury is a book that will change the way you think as a writer. It’s not a book that will tell you how to write or what to write about. It’s a memoir in the form of …

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An Urban Fantasy Book About A Sexy Vampire

I think this dark paranormal romance is another urban fantasy book to read that highlights a sexy black vampire. Chosen By A Vampire by Wynta Tyme was recommended as the next book to read after Khan’s Choice. It’s still spooky season so I’m putting more …
khan's choice book by tacarra on the kindle ereader

A Black Vampire Romance Book That’s Going To Be Hot

I told myself I wanted to read a dark romance book and I finally got one. And the best part is that they are black people!!!! When I made this request to the book Heavens, I didn’t think I would find a book where there …
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The Spicy Black Love Romance Book I’m Reading For A Second Time

I read this book earlier this year but I gotta run this one back. Somebody’s Wife by Robbi Renee is a grown and sexy book that is strictly for the mature audience. Once I finished this book back in May 2024, I was thinking about …

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Amazon’s Newest Colorful Kindle Ereader 2024 Release

Everyone, listen up! Amazon is about to release its first-ever color display Kindle this month, and I am beyond excited about it. Being available on October 30, 2024, this 7-inch color display is the highlight …
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Best Places To Read Without A Reading Nook At Home

I don’t have a proper reading nook at the moment. But I do have a cozy couch with warm blankets, and a side table to sit my cup of coffee on, and right now, that’s …
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Why Do You Love Books So Much?

Going back to the earliest part of my childhood memory, I can remember the pure joy of having a book in my hands. The times when I couldn’t read, I could see the illustrations in …

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Journaling

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Writing Prompt: How To Let Go Of Envy And Jealousy?

Let’s be honest. Something or someone has made you feel envy or jealousy at least once in your life. It could be right now. Or something …
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October’s Journal Prompts: Self-Love is The Theme

With the cold, cozy weather coming soon, it’s the perfect time to reflect on ourselves with love and intention. Just in case you need a reminder …
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Self-Discovery Journal Prompt: Do You Feel Worthless?

There is an ugly truth that sometimes, someone or something will make you feel worthless in a part of your life. And though this prompt is …

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Reading My Next Adventure & Writing About It

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Hey There, I’m Ash!

If you would have asked me 5 years ago if I would have started a bookish lifestyle blog in the future, I would have kissed you, you brilliant human you! I’m Ash, and I have an unexplainable love and passion for books, words, and journals.

Professionally, I am a freelance writer who loves researching everything I can in order to write the best content ever. But personally, I’m a wife and mom who journals everyday faithfully, and reads whatever I can get my hands or kindle on.

I created this website from the ground up to connect with other kind souls like me who loves reading books and who enjoys or wants to enjoy journaling.

So if you are new here, I want to welcome you. Here, you will find books of different genres, ways to enjoy journaling, and cool ideas on creating a space at home or in the office to read and write (zone out from the crazy outside world).

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chosen by a vampire book cover by wynta tyme

Book Review: Chosen By A Vampire; Dark Fantasy Romance Book

Chosen By A Vampire is a good book for those looking for an urban dark paranormal romance love story with spicy scenes. But honestly, this book was all over the place, initially. By the middle of the book, …
chosen by a vampire book cover on kindle ereader

An Urban Fantasy Book About A Sexy Vampire

I think this dark paranormal romance is another urban fantasy book to read that highlights a sexy black vampire. Chosen By A Vampire by Wynta Tyme was recommended as the next book to read after Khan’s Choice. It’s …
kindle colorsoft ereader front and back

Amazon’s Newest Colorful Kindle Ereader 2024 Release

Everyone, listen up! Amazon is about to release its first-ever color display Kindle this month, and I am beyond excited about it. Being available on October 30, 2024, this 7-inch color display is the highlight of my excitement …
black girl with locs reading a book at home

Best Places To Read Without A Reading Nook At Home

I don’t have a proper reading nook at the moment. But I do have a cozy couch with warm blankets, and a side table to sit my cup of coffee on, and right now, that’s good enough for …
khans choice tacarra book cover

Book Review: Khan’s Choice; Urban Fantasy Spicy Book

Khan’s Choice is a fantastic urban fiction read that perfectly mixes paranormal and street life, that is centered around drugs and vampires …
khan's choice book by tacarra on the kindle ereader

A Black Vampire Romance Book That’s Going To Be Hot

I told myself I wanted to read a dark romance book and I finally got one. And the best part is that they are black people!!!! When I made this request to the book Heavens, I didn’t think …

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