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Trouble is a Friend of Mine
Trouble is a Friend of Mine | Stephanie Tromly
Sherlock meets Veronica Mars meets Ferris Bueller's Day Off in this story of a wisecracking girl who meets a weird but brilliant boy and their roller-coaster of a semester that's one part awkward, three parts thrilling, and five parts awesome.When Philip Digby first shows up on her doorstep, Zoe Webster is not impressed. He's rude and he treats her like a book he's already read and knows the ending to. But before she knows it, Digbyannoying, brilliant and somehow...attractive? Digbyhas dragged her into a series of hilarious and dangerous situations all related to an investigation into the kidnapping of a local teenage girl. A kidnapping that may be connected to the tragic disappearance of his own sister eight years ago.When it comes to Digby, Zoe just can't say no. Digby gets her, even though she barely gets herself. But is Digby a hero, or is his manic quest an indication of a desperate attempt to repair his broken family and exercise his own obsessive compulsive tendencies?A romance where the leading man is decidedly unromantic, a crime novel where catching the crook isn't the only hook, a friendship story where they aren't even sure they like each otherthis is a contemporary debut with razor-sharp dialogue, ridiculously funny action, and the most charismatic dynamic duo you've ever met.From the Hardcover edition.
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Jemma31
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This book was absolutely amazing!

The author did an amazing job with the characters. I loved the romance and friendship between Zoey and Digby!

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TheAromaofBooks
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Honestly, it seemed like this book should get on my nerves, with its weird blend of very serious (old kidnapping case, possible drug dealers, recent disappearance of a teenage girl) and absolutely snort-out-loud funny, but I weirdly enjoyed this one. There were parts that didn't jive completely for me, but overall the characters were likable and the snark entertaining... already on to book two!

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Sharanya
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I had a lot of fun reading this again! Digby & Zoe are awesome protagonists — smart, relatable, & chock full of laugh-out-loud banter. The side characters only add to their funny, adorable dynamic, while also turning high school tropes on their head. The plot is more thriller than mystery, but I didn‘t mind that at all, especially since the characters had me somewhere between grinning & giggling madly every step of the way! ★★★★☆.

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Sharanya
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#currentlyrereading | in the mood for a cute mystery! #yalitsy

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Worldforreading
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I had picked up these books from the library on a whim, and ended up burning through the whole trilogy, including the third book on audio. The main character starts a new school, meets a guy who's trying to solve a personal mystery, and gets caught up in his adventures. I liked the partner in crime dynamic of the main pair, like a more equal Sherlock/Watson and the side characters were charming as well.

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Worldforreading
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For the #24in48 audiobook challenge, my favorite resource for audiobooks is Libby. I also use Audible occasionally, for very popular books or ones that are not available in my library system, but I'm usually pretty happy to wait my turn on holds.

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Worldforreading
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First book of the #24in48 readathon, I'm alternating between the audiobook and the hardback. I'm enjoying this more than I expected - it's not my typical genre.

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xxjenadanxx
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@DebbieGrillo @MinDea #humpdaypost

1. Any but I have been craving some lake time badly lately.
2.I love to go sit by the water at the marina and feed the birds. But our beach is pretty amazing too. (Pensacola)
3.Theater for movies but I love bingeing on shows on Netflix.
4.F&F Tokyo Drift
5. Done :)

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Clwojick
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💙💙💙An absolute pick! 💙💙💙

TheKidUpstairs Loved this series! 5y
xxjenadanxx I‘ve never heard of this one before! Added it to my stack :) 5y
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Clwojick
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Finished off my 3rd audiobook for #BFCR2, when I walked the hallways this morning. The weather is gloomy and raining, so it looks like all my exercise will be done indoors today. For now, I‘ve got loads of studying to do, and needless to say, the 🎧 will be on.

This book was a lot of fun. I‘ve been into the more simple and easy reads lately, and this one fit that need perfectly. Digby was a hilarious character, and I hope they do a sequel.

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mdemanatee
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When Libro.fm has the backlist audiobook you‘ve been wanting to listen to that the library doesn‘t have- and it‘s on sale for $5

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ninergrl6
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Pickpick

This book 100% reads like Veronica Mars. It's not brilliant but it's fun. #ya #mystery #bookclub

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ofclumsywords
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1. Bookstore. But I am trying to be better about buying less and borrowing more
2. My book slump is finally over!! 🙌
3. Trouble is a Friend of Mine! My friend recommended it to me & I have never laughed harder during a book than with that one.
4. Honestly I think The Cruel Prince is overrated. When I read it I just never understood the hype 🙈
5. @BooksandStitches @rheareads 😊

#wondrouswednesday @Eggs

Eggs Thanks for playing 😍 5y
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MeganAnn
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Book 6: #NewYearWhoDis @TheKidUpstairs ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A fun, easy read with quirky characters. Digby is kind of a sh*t, but in the same way Ferris Bueller comes off and is still loveably quirky. He drags Zoe into trying to solve the mystery of a girl who disappeared. I also enjoyed the other typical high school stereotypes who come along for the ride.

Photo: My son took this pic of me trying to recreate the cover. I think we did ok 😆

monalyisha This might be my favorite #NewYearWhoDis post! 😍🤓 5y
mabell Great photo!! So creative! 😄 5y
MeganAnn @mabell aww thanks! @monalyisha I feel so special 😊 5y
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MeganAnn
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School is cancelled due to extremely cold weather + high winds today, which means I get to stay home too. Temp is -19 degrees but with the windchill it‘s -47 🥶💨❄️ Everyone experiencing similar temps stay safe and warm!

I‘m curled up on the couch with my son and this fun book. I‘m about halfway and Digby gives me Ferris Bueller meets Sherlock vibes. We are spending the day with books, Netflix and practicing his lines for the school play 📚😊🎬

DivineDiana Sounds like a perfect day! 5y
TheKidUpstairs Great pick for a fun snow day read! And after Educated, it's good to read something lighthearted. Stay warm 😁 5y
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MeganAnn @TheKidUpstairs Thanks! I thought lighthearted and fun would be perfect after Educated! I love that your list contains a variety of books since I read so many different genres as well 😊 5y
BookBabe 🥶🥶🥶 5y
monalyisha Ohhhh Ferris + Sherlock = going on my TBR! What a fun, weird combo! 5y
Peddler410 We‘re currently at -22 with wind chill of -47. There‘s ice on the walls behind our book cases! 🥶 5y
MeganAnn @Peddler410 brrr! The temp is colder here today (at -30 right now!) but the wind isn‘t as bad so windchill is -43. I‘m thankful school was cancelled again and we don‘t have to go anywhere. 🥶 Ice on your walls is crazy! Stay warm and safe! 5y
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Well-ReadNeck
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A long ago recommendation that I‘m finally getting around to. I throughly enjoyed this light, quirky YA mystery. I‘m excited that I also have the second book on my TBR shelf! #MountTBR

MeganAnn This one is on my #newyearwhodis list of @TheKidUpstairs ‘ favorites from 2018. I‘m looking forward to reading it this month! 5y
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Paperback.Propensity
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Bookish pet peeve: When the publishers redesign a book cover and your first editions don't match the rest of the series.

#bookchallenge #ampersandjan19

SW-T Yes! That bugs me too. 5y
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Susannah
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#YA can be such a comfort. I read this over the weekend, and it has some wonderfully odd and funny moments. I don't often laugh out loud when I read, so this was a fun surprise. (Does anyone else remember reading that this book was kind of edgy? I think I did, though after reading it, I'm not sure why it would be called that. There were some serious plot threads, but they weren't taken seriously. More than anything, it was kooky.) ⭐️⭐️⭐️-1/2

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TheKidUpstairs
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I'm only on page 33, and already nods to two of my favourite girls: Nancy and now Veronica. Be still my heart ❤❤❤

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TheKidUpstairs
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I definitely earned my me-time today. My two year old just threw an epic tantrum in the dollar store and head-butted my ear. Thankfully he is now sleeping, so I get to spend some time with Zoe and Digby.

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TheKidUpstairs
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Starting something new and (hopefully) fun to unwind after working tonight!

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Deborah42
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Mehso-so

Zoe‘s parents have divorced and she‘s the new kid in school. Her new neighbors belong to a vaguely Amish religious cult, so she‘s not making any friends there. She can‘t stand Digby when they first meet, as he‘s a young Sherlock-inspired character. He‘s brilliant, highly observant, and socially clueless (aka annoying af).

Digby draws Zoe into the mystery of a young girl‘s disappearance that may also be related to his sister‘s cold-case.

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ameliask8
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It was so good! Definitely recommend. Very engaging plot, unique characters, and well-placed humor. I was elated to discover there are 2 more in the series that I can't wait to start reading!
📚👍😍

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ameliask8
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🌸Something's Coming from West Side Story
🌸Trouble is a Friend of Mine ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌸Probably whatever the longest HP book is; I prefer books on the shorter side
🌸 @Ericalambbrown

@GarthRanzz #trivialthurday

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ofclumsywords
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1. Trouble is a Friend of Mine (I talk about this series a lot but it is seriously amazing!)
2. Seven
3. Ant 🐜
4. Lol nothing, I honestly never eat breakfast. I‘m too much of a night owl to actually be awake in time. Oops.
5. 👋 welcome new Litsy people!!!

#friyayintro @jesshowbooks

Melissa_J 🤚🏻 6y
BarbaraTheBibliophage 🤚🏻 Your breakfast is lunch just like my sweetie. Or coffee. 6y
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BeckyLeJ
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Happy #socksunday, everyone! I‘m recovering from conference/travel days by relaxing in jammies and my fuzziest socks and enjoying a fun YA mystery!

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ofclumsywords
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Been in sort of a reading slump lately but thankfully @Atreegrowsinelmgrove came to my rescue and reminded me I still haven‘t read this little beaut.

Kaye Love this title. 👌🏼 6y
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SandiParsons
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Lots to love in this book -- everyone needs a friend like Digby.

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Sharanya
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Stories like this rely heavily on the quirkiness of the quirky detective character, & I'm happy to say that Digby doesn't disappoint. While the plot may be a bit obvious at times, the dialogue dances with wit & warmth, hooking you in from start to finish, even if the plot feels pretty predictable. The satisfying slow-burn romance that leaves you giggly made up for it, for me, though. A funny mystery, perfect for fans of V. Mars or Psych! ★★★★☆.

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Sharanya
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#currentlyreading | Ok so this basically sounds like Pride & Prejudice meets Veronica Mars and I am 1000% HERE FOR IT 🙌🏽🙌🏽

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KassKho
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These are just some of my new friends! I love it when you order a book and the cover you get is better then the one you expect (here‘s looking at you Salvage the Bones)

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BookGirl1313
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Was skeptical this would remind me of #VeronicaMars, but there it is on page 33! 🎶A long time ago, we used to be friends🎶.

RaimeyGallant The song just started playing in my head. 7y
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TirzahPrice
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LauraBrook 😱👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 7y
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DangerousFiction
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Preparing to survive a typical day of being Digby's friend wasn't that different from preparing to survive the apocalypse.

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TirzahPrice
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😂

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TirzahPrice
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God I love this book.

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TirzahPrice
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Loving the voice.

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actualdisneyprincess
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The first OwlCrate I received was September 2015's "Mystery" Crate, featuring Stephanie Tromly's "Trouble is a Friend of Mine." With two delightfully-weird protagonists whose dynamic is hilarious and charming, and a plot that just keeps moving, I couldn't put it down and finished it in a day. I think I might have to read it again soon, honestly. ? #troubleisafriendofmine #stephanietromly #owlcrate

gibblr I loved it! Have the sequel but haven't read it yet. 7y
actualdisneyprincess @gibblr omg I need to get my hands on the sequel! I don't think I knew there was one!! 😍 7y
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actualdisneyprincess @gibblr yesssss!! Stacking and hunting it down now!! 7y
actualdisneyprincess @gibblr Just checked the e-book out from the library!! Thanks for letting me know it existed!! 😂💖 7y
gibblr Awesome! No prob...hope you like it. I'll have to bump it up on my tbr! 7y
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MiqueMarie
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Thank you so much, @beccaeve !
I love my #summersantagoespostal gifts! You are a very good stalker. Happy Summer Solstice!

@BookishMarginalia

beccaeve Yay! I'm so glad you like them!! Happy Summer Solstice! 7y
LibrarianRyan I didn't know they even still made gimbles. And now they fold. 😮 7y
beccaeve @LibrarianRyan They are my favorite! Did they not fold before? I've seen them on Amazon and in 2nd & Charles bookstores 7y
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LibrarianRyan @beccaeve I bought a set at the Tattered Cover (Denver) over 8-10 years ago. They were frosted clear, didn't fold, and you got 2 sizes, paperback and hardcover. 7y
beccaeve @LibrarianRyan I had no idea! I discovered then about three years ago. This version folds and the sides slide to adjust to many different book sizes. 7y
LibrarianRyan @beccaeve I would grab mine for anpick, but uh no. It could take me days or weeks (not all moved in yet). 7y
MiqueMarie @beccaeve @LibrarianRyan I have seen these advertised online, but I've never had one. I'm very excited to try it out! 7y
beccaeve @LibrarianRyan lol. Understandable, I lose everything when I move.... 7y
beccaeve @lazuliwaves83 I hope you like it! 7y
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amberafterglowreads
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I love Love LOVE this series!! Trouble is a Friend of Mine is the best mashup of Sherlock & Veronica Mars and it made me literally lol so many times!! 5/5 🌟

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Amie
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#LitsyAtoZ letter T (I'm doing titles, although this would count for either title or author)

 @BookishMarginalia

BookishMarginalia I enjoyed this one! 7y
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JennaRoot
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Reading on my lunch break! Not only is this book making me laugh out loud, I'm frantically eating popcorn like I'm watching a great movie at the theater! 🎉👍🏻📚🍿

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thegirlwiththelibrarybag
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Trouble is a friend of mine was my first book for the year AND it kicked off a great month of reading - 20*books! All of which were pretty good (except for Lockie Leonard, but I didn't reread it expecting to suddenly love it).

How was your January?

*not shown is my #litsygoespostal book that has since been sent on ☺️

Suzze My Goodreads goal is 132, and I read 11 which is spot on. I'd like to get ahead though. 7y
thegirlwiththelibrarybag @Suzze, how did you decide on 132? I set mine at 155 this year (It was 150 last year, which I hit so I wanted to challenge myself but also keep it achievable 😅 hopefully!) 7y
MCYmermaid And Blossom, Bubbles, & Buttercup appear to be friends as well! 7y
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thegirlwiththelibrarybag @MCYmermaid, I got Bubbles for my bday and had to complete the set ☺️ 7y
MCYmermaid Well, yeah! 7y
Suzze @thegirlwiththelibrarybag Good question. I did 140 this year, but didn't want to feel pressured at the end to make the goal, so I picked another number divisible by 12. So 11 a month. 7y
thegirlwiththelibrarybag @Suzze, ahh! That's quite logical 😊 7y
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ultrabookgeek
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So tbh I never read YA, so I signed up for a YA litbox from @owlcrate so I don't have to worry about including it in my reading. But....then I never read any of the books I got! So in an effort to clear out my TBR I chose this one from a 2015 box to start. Suspenseful, hilarious and honest to how I remember HS, this is the story of Zoe. She is a teen who has moved to a small town after her parents divorce and falls deep into its mysteries.

ultrabookgeek The author is a POC and the characters seem racially ambiguous on purpose, so if you need a #diverseread for something cute, funny and a bit edgy, this is a pick. 7y
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BookishMarginalia
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This is a really fun YA mystery that really has a Veronica Mars vibe with dash of Gilmore Girl banter thrown in. I happily suspended disbelief (for example, when Digby received a call in an office with a cell phone blocker 🤦🏻‍♀️) and I'm looking forward to spending more time with this cast of characters in the second one. (And the author is Filipina #diversereads) #LitsyAtoZ #LetterT

Karen_V I was sold when you said Veronica Mars! 7y
TheLondonBookworm Umm yes please!! 7y
BekahB Ohhhh Veronica Mars and a bit of Gilmore Girls? Stacking this now! 😀 7y
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BookishMarginalia
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Just returned home from taking @WanderingBookaneer to the airport. Look who's keeping me company! (Three minutes after picture was taken, #Septimus is fast asleep on top of me 😻)

Texreader Oh Septimus you doll! 7y
Maike Great company 😉 7y
TheWellAccompaniedBook Hello puss! You are a stunner!! 7y
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Dedebimp What a cutie!! 7y
sprainedbrain 😻😻😻 7y
kspenmoll Looking us in the eye- cutie! 😺 7y
Dorianna Septimus is a very handsome cat. 7y
Mimi28 Aaaaawwwww!!!! 😻😻😻❤❤❤ 7y
Clare-Dragonfly Aww! What a sweetie! 7y
MrsAHintz Beautiful! 😻 7y
MrBook 😻😻😻😻😻😻 7y
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BookishMarginalia
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Dinner with @WanderingBookaneer -- she's leaving in the wee morning hours for a weekend visit to her family in Miami. I'll be holding down the fort with the cats and the books.

8little_paws @WanderingBookaneer and I have the same shirt 😸 7y
vivastory Make a book fort. The cats could be the lookouts. 7y
WanderingBookaneer @8little_paws : You have great taste! 7y
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MrBook Look at the t-shirt, @BookBabe 😸!!! 7y
BookBabe @MrBook Yes! Looks like our little Coale! Why don't we have T-shirts like that? 😸 7y
BookBabe Plus that dinner looks delicious! 😍😋 7y
BookBabe Also, nice  Watch! ⌚️ Ha! I feel like I'm playing Where's Waldo, the longer I look at this picture the more cool things I see! 😂 7y
MaleficentBookDragon 😍the tee shirt! 7y
Chachic I heard this author is Filipino, I should read her books! 7y
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BookishMarginalia
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My current read for #LitsyAtoZ #LetterT (a double letter -- title AND author!) -- #Septimus seems interested 😁 #catsofLitsy

rubyslippersreads This book title is my cats' motto! 😹 7y
Dempsey @BookishMarginalia do we include the "The" for the title names in the #LitsyAtoZ challenge? 7y
BookishMarginalia @Dempsey Not unless you really want to increase the difficulty level! 7y
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itsabbe This has been on my TBR pile for so long! 7y
Lmstraubie Love this picture! 😸 7y
MrBook 😻😻😻😻 7y
Gissy How many books had you read already? And I'm still in my first one! Too busy during festivities! 7y
BookishMarginalia @gissy Way less than my goal of 1 a day during winter break! I think I've finished 4 in the new year, which is much better than the week before! 7y
Gissy Wow! Impressed!! 👍 7y
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BookishMarginalia
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Today's #getindie book haul from @TheBookmarkPR - 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 -- @WanderingBookaneer and I also spent time with @Gissy @melaniebarbosa and @Rex 💜💜💜

gibblr I love Trouble is a Friend of Mine and need the sequel! Also sad I didn't get to hang. It's been too long! (edited) 7y
Gissy That one sounds great! I want it too! It was so nice to see both of you. 😍I used to see Melanie and Rex when I visit the store. Maybe we can meet at BookMarkPR at the end of this month! Thank you for show me how to use Litsy better to know more about my Litsy Cupid Friend 👍😊thanks! 7y
BookishMarginalia I miss you @gibblr !!! 💜💜💜 7y
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BookishMarginalia @Gissy Definitely! Coffee and books -- 👍🏼🙌🏼 7y
gibblr Miss you too!!!! Hang out soon, I hope! 7y
BookishMarginalia @gibblr Yes! Best thing about Monday is seeing you, @Figgy and @saraisabel again 👍🏼 7y
saraisabel Yes!!! 7y
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