Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable books—especially indie gems, historical fiction, mysteries, middle grade, and uplifting stories that stay with you long after the final page. Every Friday, I send Friday Finds, a warm roundup of new reviews, featured authors, reader resources, seasonal inspiration, and a few bookish surprises. More than 400 readers already receive Friday Finds each week. I'd love for you to join us.
🍂 Cozy Autumn Reads, Cowboy Romance & a Little Halloween Magic
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Happy Friday, book friends! October is flying by, and I'm enjoying every last bit of its cozy autumn charm! This week's Friday Finds has a little something for everyone: 🐴 Featured Author Karen Baney brings heartfelt cowboy romances, faith, and second chances. 📚 From My Reading Chair: Discover books by Petie McCarty, Lauren Carr, and Ross Austin. 🌿 Community Corner: We’re celebrating indie authors with the BBNYA 2026 Spotlight Tour! 🧹 Sip & Savor: Make adorable three-ingredient Halloween Pretzel Broomsticks. 🍁 Featured Find: A charming metal sign celebrating all those wonderful autumn traditions—including reading good books! Pour yourself something warm, settle into your favorite reading spot, and join me for another Friday Finds. Read Friday Finds — October 23, 2026! Happy reading! Gina |
Hi, I’m Gina!
Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable books—especially indie gems, historical fiction, mysteries, middle grade, and uplifting stories that stay with you long after the final page. Every Friday, I send Friday Finds, a warm roundup of new reviews, featured authors, reader resources, seasonal inspiration, and a few bookish surprises. More than 400 readers already receive Friday Finds each week. I'd love for you to join us.
🍎 Happy Friday, Reader! Remember that apple crisp I shared last week? Well, I finally made it, but not before someone in my household ate the apples I'd set aside! The Great Apple Heist of 2026 has a happy ending, though. The replacement apples survived, the kitchen smelled heavenly, and the finished crisp was absolutely delicious. Even the apple thief himself approved, declaring, "You can't buy apple crisp like this." I suppose that means he's forgiven. Maybe. 😂 And there's plenty more...
Hello, book friends! 📚 🗞️ EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! The October 9 edition of Friday Finds has arrived, and this week's headlines are a delightful mix of mystery, history, and good old-fashioned home comforts. 📚 IN BOOK NEWS: Lauren Carr's Best in Murder delivers diamonds, dogs, and deadly secrets, while J. D. Rasch's The Wandering Stars takes us on a thought-provoking journey through ambition, redemption, and compassion. 🌟 LOCAL HISTORY MAKES HEADLINES: Our Featured Author is Dave...
This week's Friday Finds is full of little treasures - stories to discover, something warm to sip, and a few cozy surprises along the way. HiReader, This week's Friday Finds came together around the idea of little treasures for readers. I'm featuring children's author Michelle Olson, whose Bellie Button Books feel a bit like tiny treasures discovered in a craft box. Her stories use photography and handcrafted characters to explore friendship, feelings, confidence, and other everyday moments...