🍂 Fun Fall Friday Finds: R.J. Gould + giveaways, cozy soup, and an exciting crafty announcment


Hello my friend,

The 10 October 2025 Friday Finds is live and packed with cozy goodness! This week we’re spotlighting indie author R.J. Gould, sharing free & Kindle Unlimited reads, stirring up a hearty pasta fagioli, and kicking off The Woolery’s 12 Fiber Gifts of Christmas with a fun crochet kit sale and giveaway.


Here’s what’s inside

  • Indie Author Spotlight: R.J. Gould — contemporary fiction about relationships with heart and humor.
  • Free & KU Book Fairs: Brainiacs, Unite! (ends Oct 19), KU Reads for Halloween (ends Nov 1), and an All-Genre Halloween Celebration (ends Oct 31).
  • Fun Time Giveaway: What’s your favorite apple — Red, Yellow, or Green? Reply in the comments on the post to enter. (Closes Oct 30, 9:00 p.m. CST.)
  • Foodie Fun: Cozy pasta fagioli with cannellini beans and ditalini — perfect with Parmesan and crusty bread.
  • Craft Corner: Week One of The Woolery’s series — the TOFT Crochet Kit Gingerbread Man + a product page giveaway.

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About last week’s missing email

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See you next Friday,

— Gina

P.S. Entries for this month’s Fun Time Giveaway close Oct 30 at 9:00 p.m. CST. Winner announced Nov 7, 2025.

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Hi, I’m Gina!

I offer honest book reviews, DIY articles, and down-home cooking recipes on my website, GinaRaeMitchell.com. I send one email per week called the Friday Finds, where I curate a list of the best books, recipes, crafts, and more, just for you. I wear many hats: wife, mom, nana, weaver, knitter, and reader are just a few. Join me for an entertaining & helpful weekly guide to make life more enjoyable.

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