Do yall read the novellas or short stories from a series as well? I do or at least the ones I can find. Though most are just not as good for some reason.

Trying to get some reading in before going to sleep but my 2 reading buddies don't make it easy. Chase my big dog on the left and my dachshund is the Chewbacca looking lump on the right 🤣

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Heirs of Chicagoland is the spin off series to Chicagoland and has 5 books. It involves the next generation of the core friendship group from Chicagoland approximately set 20 years in the future. The main character of this is Merit's daughter Elisa the only vampire ever born. Then her circle of friends finding their place in the supernatural world.

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Just my general thoughts on the whole Chicagoland Vampires series. There are 13 books and some novellas. Once the characters grew on me I had to binge the rest of the series. It has more spice and language than I usually prefer. If you like books like the Charley Davidson series by Darynda Jones I think you'd enjoy this series as well. The main supernaturals throughout the series are vampires, shifters and sorcerers.

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Part 2 of my March reads. The Hollow Places by T Kingfisher was quite weird and creepy in a "good" way. Quince was a cute graphic novel. My favorite of the month though was A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong. I've already finished the 2nd book and thankfully the 3rd is releasing next month.

Part 1 of the books I read in March. The majority of my reading was the Chicagoland Vampires and spin off series Heirs of Chicagoland. My least favorite this month was In Want Of A Knife by Nancy Warren. I was happy to see a new one of her books had been released but it just wasn't as good as her other books to me. I also wasn't a fan of the nonfiction graphic novel Roots.

I had no idea I've read that much so far. It's only now April 🤣

I was excited for a new book in the Vampire Book Club series by Nancy Warren. I've loved her books that I've read so far. Unfortunately though In Want Of A Knife didn't hit the mark for me. The concept of the story felt rushed and seemed out of place compared to the rest of the series. First there is Jane Austen herself and then a "director" came to town to shoot an adult film version of Pride & Prejudice. I missed the magic of Ballydehag.

I stumbled across this travel memoir graphic novel about the author's project to find out more about her genealogy. She wants something to help get her mind off the break up. So that concept sounded interesting. However I'd say the story spends most of the time on "will they or won't they" with her friend she traveled with. The art is pretty though

If you enjoy a cute and sweet romantic read I recommend you check out Love Letters on Hazel Lane by Jennifer Page. I didn't realize it is actually book 2 but it still worked well as a standalone. I will be reading the book 1 tjough soon. I loved the premise of the story being built up around the character's passion for Scrabble. I also appreciate how relatable and "normal" the characters are.

I was looking forward to reading this book from the same author as The Age Of Miracles. The premise of an unknown sleeping sickness racing through a college campus sounded interesting. Unfortunately it just didn't click for me so I'm bailing on it.

It's late but I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas

I came across the paranormal mystery series Afterlife Adventures and thought the premise was interesting. In Beyond Dead Bridget dies and finds out that the afterlife is a lot different than she anticipated it would be. She learns it's a lot of work and having to follow a lot of rules. She also is struggling alot with her new PO and housemates. If that wasn't bad enough someone is killing ghosts and blaming her by stuffing them in her locker.

If you liked the book Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer I think you would like this one as well. It's about how life goes on even in the midst of all these scary events and the slowing down of the Earth's rotation. It was creepy in a way because it reminded me a lot of the events of the last few years that we have all gone through. *Review continues in a comment.*
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I saw this graphic novel version of A Christmas Carol and had to read it. It's created more for the younger crowd but all ages would enjoy it. It's short and to the point. The Ghost of Christmas Future may be a bit scary to younger kids. I plan on sharing the book with my nephews this Christmas though

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Officially bailing on this series and putting it on my DNF list. It wasn't great but ok entertainment in audiobook form. However the characters and their relationships just continue to get worse for me. I was hoping by the 2nd or 3rd book there would be more substance in the world building and character building. Also that they would address things that have happened. This is book 5 and it just isn't happening.

Just finished up with If The Broom Fits. Honestly it was just ok. Quick and entertaining enough but not something I'd recommend. I read a lot of cozy paranormal mysteries so i know that they can get repetitive sometimes. I just didn't find anything creative or interesting in this one. Another negative is double the insta love within days of moving to town.

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I've been busy reading this month! Mostly paranormal cozies which aren't too long. I've read more this year than ever.

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Here's my points for the first check in. My total number was 24,083

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I'd love to see everyone's answer! Feel free to repost tag and share.

This question was inspired by the audiobook of The Coldest Girl I'm Coldtown by Holly Black. It has random spooky sounding music that makes it sound like something is coming. It just doesn't seem to make sense where it's placed. I think it would be really cool if it is saved and used at just the right moment.

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Taking advantage of the perfect weather outside

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I tried to read this in the past but just couldn't get into it. I tried the audiobook version this time and found it easier to understand. I liked the different voices and interview style of the book. Fantasticland is about what could happen to a group of mostly young people get stranded and lose hope as well as their humanity along the way. A hurricane is scary enough but when rescue seems nowhere in sight paranoia and chaos ensues

Happy to report I liked the 2nd book of the Winter Witches of Holiday Haven better. I'm glad I gave it a shot because I love Danielle Garrett's books already. The series has a different author for each book. So they are all their own little stories that exist in the same world. I'm interested to see if the characters cross over later. *continued in comments*

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I've been saving this festive paranormal cozy mystery series to read for Christmas time. It's a longer series with each book written by a different author. It caught my attention because I'm a fan of some of the authors already. Unfortunately I added this 1st one to my DNF list. I'm going to try at least one of the other authors contribution to the series though.

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I just saw my book goal for the year. I thought 75 would be a stretch but I've been burning through the books this year.

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This one wasn't listed on here yet so I just tagged the 1st book of the series. I loved them all. Usually novellas aren't as interesting to me but I really enjoyed how this one was set up. All the stories were set up around the same event but each story followed a different character as they work together to solve the mystery involving Santa.

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I was on the fence to share this one because I don't know what happened to the book/author. I don't know if it was pulled out of pub and they just didn't tell Everand. You can't find info anywhere and can't find the author in general. Nonetheless I read it and maybe will save you valuable time if you stumble across it like i did. Just pass on by.

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Danielle Garrett has quickly become one of my new favorite authors for cozy paranormal mysteries. These are all the first books of her series I've read so far. They all take place in the same world and the familiar characters pop up everywhere. Now I'm reading her Nine Lives Magic series

If you like an interesting mystery book I'd recommend this one. It goes between two timelines in the life of Edie. Edie in her 80s with Alzeheimers and 1950s Edie with her friend Lucy. She's held on to many secrets for her friend that went missing and her family for many years. She forgets a lot now but is determined to find what really happened to Lucy. It follows the timelines as she has moments of clarity that help her to put pieces together.

1. Definitely! I used to make one under the kitchen table. Though more often I made a cozy little cave in my moms big walk-in closet growing up. She always knew where to find me.

2. I can think of a bunch of options for this question. I reread the Little House series often growing up

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For the second half of the month i got 619 points. Just finished my last book just in time! I think I read more than I ever have this month

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The cold front is coming through here and very windy. So I decided to come out on the porch to read some more. I have missed being able to do that! Of course reading ghost stories in the dark probably wasn't the smartest choice 🤣

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I ended up reading 7 hours throughout today for #20in4. I may actually hit 20 this time if I'm not too busy. I finished Witch Way Home. Started the next book Lucky Witch and also the author's collection of novellas from the series. I've also been reading Spooky Texas

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Currently reading this collection of short creepy stories of Texas. I love these sort of books and the author has published quite a few.

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I'm loving this series except for one little detail. The MC's boyfriend calling her "gorgeous" over and over again in every one of their interactions. Hey gorgeous. It'll be okay gorgeous. Don't worry gorgeous. Let's eat marshmallow fluff gorgeous. Ok well maybe not that last one but it's mentioned several times too. ?

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Great start to another one of Danielle Garrett's series set in Beechwood Harbor. If you like cozy paranormal mysteries I would recommend you check hers out. With a witch, her familiar, a shifter, a vampire and a ghost landlord what could go wrong. My main downside was that the character of the vampire Lacey sucks for the most part in this 1st book. No pun intended. In the book I read last that focused on her life she was a much better character.

I finished this book today and enjoyed it. I thought it was a series but the only book so far. I've been reading through Danielle Garrett's series. I love that they are all set in the same world and mentions characters from the others series.

I also finally finished painting this dog piece and sealed it.

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Just the right amount of creepy for kids that like spooky stories. I know I would have loved it growing up even though dolls have always freaked me out.

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I did a ghost painting while I watched a few episodes of Fear The Walking Dead. Painting is not my talent but I think it turned out cute.

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I spent my day reading the book Ghosts Just Wanna Have Fun (Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mystery 6) by Danielle Garrett. As well as the graphic novel Unfamiliar Vol 1 by Haley Newsome. Also finally got to watch the new Haunted Mansion movie.

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Sorry I've still been sick this month. Dealing with having bronchitis and my migraines. I've still been reading plenty but haven't been online much. I've got quite a few reviews to post tomorrow though of what I've read this month. Currently I'm making it through the Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mystery series by Danielle Garrett. I love paranormal cozy mysteries so perfect reads for this month.

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This last week I listened to Newly Wed and Slightly Dead. I made festive Halloween/Fall envelopes for some letters to #LitsyLove friends. Also thank you to @Eggs I loved the card. Also thank you to @TieDyeDude for the fun Moose PC I received awhile ago. Be on the lookout for a Texas one :)

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"In my experience if Google doesn't even know what you are talking about you were really up a creek."

So true ?
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Check In- 6,644 points
So sorry for the awful haphazard writing in advance. I've not been feeling well so thats why I've been quiet. I've been busy reading though! 10 books so far including the team read Practical Magic. I'll post a review as soon as I can. I read for 10 hours during @BookwormAHN Friday the 13th readathon.

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This is definitely my favorite Graphic Novel adaptation so far. I remember the movie and book growing up so it was a nice little trip down memory lane. The artwork is fun and bright. The grandma was especially cute. It also told the story just as well as the original book.

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It's actually cooler and has been pouring down rain all day here. So I've been outside reading the graphic novel version of The Witches and listening to the rain

I decorated a cute little notebook to keep up with my points and activities this month. Also got a Halloween diamond painting to work on this month. I love all the purples

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I thought I'd post an update on Chase for anyone that remembers my post when I adopted him. It's been 4 months and he's gotten so big. He's grown into his ears but those paws say he's not done just yet 🐾

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I spent Day 1 reading the next book in the Library Witch Series by Elle Adams. I ran out of borrows for Hoopla last month so I had to wait. Also loved my festive Halloween town tshirt and pumpkin & bat shoes.

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