Top Ten Tuesday Books To Get You Out Of A Reading Slump

 

Happy Tuesday!!! Welcome to another edition of Top Ten Tuesday blog link up sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl. This week's theme is books to get you out of a reading slump. I feel like I've been in a reading slump since September of last year, and I wonder when I'll finally get out of it and read like I used to.

For today's post, I tried to choose a variety of genres and authors.

I'll add that Courtney Walsh and Becky Wade are great to get ya out of a reading slump.

So, what do you think? Would these get you out of a reading slump? Please let me know in the comments.

Top Ten Tuesday My Most Anticipated Releases From July-December

 

Happy Tuesday, and welcome to another edition of Top Ten Tuesday link-up sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl. Today's theme is the books I am most anticipating for the last six months of the year, and let me tell you, trying to find the books was like trying to find a needle in a haystack. I checked NetGalley, the Publisher's websites, and even Amazon, but no dice. At least I found them!

Publication is expected on August 19, 2025

Publication is expected on July 15, 2025

Publication is expected on July 1, 2025.

Publication August 2025.... no date is currently set for publication.

Publication October 2025.... No official date has been set for publication. 

Publication expected November 18, 2025.

Publication expected on July 15, 2025.

Publication is expected on August 5, 2025.

Publication is expected in September 2025.

Publication is expected on October 14, 2025.

I'm curious, do we have any books in common? Please let me know in the comments. I'll be checking my comments throughout the day.

The Alphabet Challenge THE A's HAVE IT!

 

Happy Tuesday, and welcome to a new Tuesday post. Today's Top Ten Tuesday, theme sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl, is fulfilling wish lists. I've done that one a couple of times, so I thought I'd try this Alphabet Challenge I've seen on a few blogs. The books will be in alphabetical order and will be perfect for fulfilling reading challenges. If the title starts with The, I will use the second letter.

If you sign up for Mesu Andrews newsletter, you will receive this book for free.

I was actually surprised at how many A-titled books there were. Have you read any of these? Are they on your ever-growing TBR? 

After She Falls, Across Ages (the entire series), and Abigail, I definitely need to read. 

An Overdue Match (Checking Out Love #1) by Sarah Monzon Reviewed

 

Title: An Overdue Match

Author: Sarah Monzon

Series: Checking Out Love #1

Genre: Rom-Com

Publisher: Bethany House

Pages: 320

Source: Publisher (NetGalley)

If the covers of every romance book ever published hadn't convinced librarian Evangeline Kelly that she isn't heroine material, her fiancé calling off their wedding when she lost her hair to alopecia did. But what's a girl head over heels for love to do when her feelings are unrequited? Matchmaker, that's what. Armed with library patrons' check-out histories, she's determined to make at least one love connection—even if it's not her own.

Tattoo artist Tai Davis is used to people judging him with a single glance, so it doesn't surprise him when the town's quirky new librarian does the same thing and believes his bad-boy reputation without giving him a chance. He can't help being intrigued by her, though, so when he discovers Evangeline's secret matchmaking scheme, he's not above striking a bargain with her. She just has to agree to one date with him for every time she uses his hometown knowledge to set up library patrons on a romantic rendezvous. The deal is made, but in the process, they both might learn you can't judge a book—or each other—by the cover.

Goodreads || Amazon || Barnes & Noble || Baker Book House

My Thoughts:

Oh My Gosh, Oh My Gosh! This book is a perfect book for all of us, bookworms, and anyone who has felt different because of their own feelings or if you've been stereotyped for one thing or another. As someone who struggles with her own health issues watching Evangeline struggle with Alopecia tore at my heart. Tai, the bad boy tattoo artist, seemed to get a bad rap. Everyone seems to have their own opinion about tattoo's and if you grew up in the church it usually wasn't a good one. My dad got one when he was a young sailor and my mom could never figure out why he always had her on his right arm when they were dating...to cover up his cobra tattoo. 

This was an adorable rom-com that had me laughing and hurt my heart. Sarah Monzon did a great job of blending the message of looking at someone like God does, with all the fun antics that go along with a rom-com.

This book releases on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, it's also the first book in Ms. Monzon's new series so you won't be behind!

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via the publisher. I didn't have to write a review and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

About Sarah Monzon

A Carol award finalist and Selah award winner, Sarah Monzon is a stay-at-home mom who makes up imaginary friends to have adult conversations with (otherwise known as writing novels). As a navy chaplain's wife, she resides wherever the military happens to station her family and enjoys exploring the beauty of the world around her.

Like most writers, I hear voices, a.k.a my characters, and can't get those voices out of my head until I write down their story (which they tell to me...I have no control whatsoever). Think I'm a bit crazy? That's okay. My husband thinks so too and he still loves me.

My family is my life and I am 100% devoted to them.

I'm socially awkward and canNOT small talk for the life of me. Which, one would think, authors should be good at since we sit and make up dialogue all day. Sigh. I wish that were the case. Thankfully my husband and kids can both talk up a storm so I normally just hide behind them and smile. (This was said in fair warning in case we meet in person)

And because I've admitted I can't carry on a conversation, if there is anything else you want to know about me, just send me a message! Can't wait to hear from you. =)

You can connect with Sarah on these social media platforms. Website || Facebook || Instagram || Twitter 

Top Ten Tuesday - Valentine's Day Rom-Com Fun!!

 Happy Tuesday and Happy Valentine's week!! Today's topic is a "love" freebie sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl and, I thought I'd do a post all about rom-coms. They have literally become a favorite in the last few years so I'm going to give you a great list of them!

Oh-My Gosh, Oh-My Gosh, if you are a reader you have to preorder this book!!!! It is absolutely amazing!!!

Here's the preorder link from Baker Book House. The best place to preorder!!!

I haven't started this one yet, but knowing Betsy St. Amant it is amazing!! It was released last week so you can purchase it at any of your favorite retailers. 

I read this last year and is a super fun book! For some crazy reason, I didn't review it, which means I get to read it again! 

If you enjoy baking shows and or cooking contests this is the perfect book for the winter blues!

If you haven't read anything by Bethany Turner, why haven't you? Snag this one! it is so fun!!

This is perfect for Valentine's Day!

Becky's Sons of Scandal series could all be in this list. I told ya I was going to give you a good list!!

All of Pepper Basham's Skymar books could be on this list. I just love Luke! Make sure you read Positively Penelope and Authentically Izzy first or you'll be lost!

Graduating in the 80s made this a favorite romcom collection!

Angela Ruth Strong lives here in Idaho and ever since I started reading her mystery series I've been a fan. This is her latest and it's great!

I hope you have found a book you love or one you'd like to read in this list. Let me know in the comments.

Happy Valentine's Day 

In case you didn't know St. Valentine is a patron saint of those with epilepsy. Just a fun little epilepsy fact. 

Top Ten Tuesday Featuring My Most Anticipated Releases From January - June

 

Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the first Top Ten Tuesday of 2025, sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl. Today's topic is my most anticipated releases from January to June.

January

I look forward to a new Laura Frantz novel every January.

Heather Kaufman's debut Up From Dust, Martha's story was amazing! I can't wait to read this installment of her series Women of the Way.

February

This looks so good, and the cover is amazing!

I am reading this now and every reader needs to read it! Sarah Monzon has placed so many fun bookish things inside the book is super fun!!

I have loved Sarah Sundin's books since I read her first one. I'm behind, I need to read her last book. I love this cover and can't wait to see what Scottish twist she's put in her story.

I love lighthouses and the cover caught my eye, then the title made me very curious.

March

I really enjoy biblical fiction and this one sounds very interesting.

April

Nicole Deese writes such emotional books and in a good way, and her covers just pull you in.

I love Jamie Jo Wright's books. I'm behind in hers as well. 

May

Jen Turano is both hilarious in person and on the page. She is a must-read!!!!

Still catching up on this series, but it is so good!

We have a new year of books to look forward to. Are any of these on your list? Which ones? Let me know in the comments. I can't wait to see all the lists today!