It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell [Book Review] Well, some houses just come with bad vibes baked into the foundation. Lisa Jewell is back with another puzzle-box thriller. Is it worth your time? August 12, 2026
Down With the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell Moore [Book Review] Three sisters, one beloved beach house, and enough emotional baggage to sink the family boat. Down With the Shipmans has all the ingredients for juicy summer drama, but I kept waiting for the story to make bigger waves. August 2, 2026
The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick [Book Review] Nikki Erlick’s The Poppy Fields asks: what if you could sleep through grief? A speculative novel about loss, healing, and hope—read my review. September 3, 2025
Paw-litics at Its Finest: Meet Mayor Max, the Dog Running Idyllwild In Idyllwild, California, the mayor is a golden retriever named Mayor Max. Yep, paw-litics are real, and they’re adorably effective. February 22, 2025
The Farmer’s Dog ‘Forever’ Ad Wins Super Bowl 2023 The Farmer’s Dog won big during this year’s Super Bowl with a heartwarming commercial targeted at dog lovers. Have you watched it yet? February 13, 2023
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