A lovely book, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, and a lovely breakfast, PB and strawberry waffles, is a great way to start the day.

For all my GF friends, the King Arthur Gluten Free All-Purpose Baking Mix makes excellent waffles. Even my family that can eat gluten loved them. This is my first time having waffles in years, since cutting out gluten, so I'm excited to say the least.

I'm thoroughly enjoying a nerdy romance while getting some stitching done with my furry buddy. Ashley Poston is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine. Her stories are just fun and have excellent sweet moments.

#audiostitching
#audiocrafting
#crossstitch
#catsoflitsy

Well, I listened to all but an hour of The Dead Romantics today because I just had to know how it ended. But I got a lot of stitching done while doing so!

#audiocrafting
#audiostitching
#crossstitch

Kitty cat cuddles, an excellent audiobook, and time to work on my cross stitch and hang with my sweetie. It has been a great way to spend the day.

#audiocrafting
#audiostitching
#crossstitch
#catsoflitsy

4.75⭐ This book was like a warm hug -- a perfect palate cleanser after reading more serious works. It is heartwarming and sweet, and there is great chemistry between the characters. While the magical world isn't delved into in-depth, it is diverse and interesting enough to add a good backdrop to the adventure and romance in the book.

#BookSpinBingo - Square 4

4.5⭐ I thoroughly enjoyed this quirky love story. I think the time loop trope is executed uniquely and really well, and the characters are so dang likeable that I became quite invested in their happily ever after.

#BOTM got here quickly. I'm really excited about the tagged book.

No bingo this time for #BookSpinBingo, but boy, I got close to several! It was a good month of reading.

@TheAromaofBooks

3.25⭐ This was an enjoyable book to listen to while completing chores and crafting. The characters were likeable enough to cheer for them, and the premise of falling in love through the editing process was clever--though, as an editor, I know I'm biased. It probably isn't for everyone, but it was a fun listen.

This was my #BookSpin #BookSpinBingo choice for February.
@TheAromaofBooks

4.75⭐ Any book that can grab my attention and keep me reading or thinking about it all day is a winner in my book, and this story did just that. It has a levity and hilarity that was much needed but a thought-provoking absurdity that kept me thinking and philosophizing. This book has made me a Scalzi fan and now I want to see out more.

4.25⭐ I actually enjoyed this book better than the first. I found the chemistry between the MCs more compelling, and the enemies-to-lovers trope is a fun one, especially when combined with the opposites attract trope. I did find the reasons for the animosity to be a bit thin and nonsensical, but the fun story and bit of mystery more than made up for it.

Spending a quiet evening cross-stitching and listening to my book while enjoying some kitty cuddles. An excellent way to spend my time.

#catsoflitsy
#audiocrafting
#crossstitch

4⭐ Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It had the typical sudden romance that doesn't make complete sense, like so many romances, but the characters were likeable and had great chemistry, and the story itself was quite fun. The magical mishap plotline was an enjoyable deviation from romance novel norms.

4.25⭐ This story about a depressed town monster is quite funny. It has a snarky, quirky, and a bit absurd comedy, and the illustrations are a delight. It was a bit predictable, but the amount of enjoyment I had while reading it made up for this.

I loved the way anxiety was portrayed in the first Lightfall book and the second is doing just as well. Such a simple panel, but so true.

Okay, this book about a depressed monster is absolutely adorable so far. I hope the monster can get the help he needs and feel better!

3.25⭐ The plot of this book was fun and nerdy enough to complete, but it wasn't something I'd necessarily recommend or read again. It was enjoyable while doing chores, and the characters were likeable, so I rooted for their happy ending. Some things felt forced, especially the ending, which seemed to be going for tidy, rather than believable.

2.5⭐This is unfortunately a book that I wanted to like more than I actually liked it. The premise was cool but poorly executed. I wanted to know more about the Death Oracle powers and the rich fey world that is hinted at, but instead I got bland, barely there descriptions. It was entertaining enough to complete on audio while doing chores, but just a couple weeks later, I don't remember how it ended because it didn't resonate with me.

5⭐ This is one of my favorite books by King and a must-read for fans of The Dark Tower series. This book is less thriller and more fairy tale, which is a fun change of pace, and it has one of my favorite escape plans I've ever read.

1.5⭐The only reason I finished this book is because it was for book club. The world is fascinating but Dresden is a chauvinistic ass. I've been told he gets better after book 3, but I have no interest in trudging through more books to find out.

And here's my #BookSpinBingo board. I've got a pretty good chance of getting a bingo this month!

My January 2023 #BookSpin and #DoubleSpin choices are a great balance. I was so excited for Tress of the Emerald Sea to drop that I started it yesterday, and I've had A Deadly Education on my shelf to read for ages.

Christmas gift prep (made several handmade gifts this year) kept me away from Litsy and from reading the way I intended to. It was a fabulous holiday though, and now I'm getting some quality reading in, along with some excellent snuggles.

#CatsOfLitsy

Its little face is starting to form! This is going to be so cute. I'm moving along quickly on this project while watching plenty of Christmas movies. Next up, Holiday in the Wild.

#WinterReadathon

For the #WinterReadathonDailyChallenge I decided to watch my favorite portrayal of Santa Claus, in the 90s Miracle on 34th Street.

#WinterReadathon
@Andrew65

Next up, The Noel Diary. I haven't seen this one before, but I've heard good things. I want to get a bit more done tonight. I got distracted looking for some stocking stuffers ideas and didn't get as much progress as I wanted.

#WinterReadthon
#ListyCrafters

It's a crafting and Christmas movie kind of night. Next up, Single All the Way.

#WinterReadathon
#LitsyCrafters

In honor of National Communicate with Your Children Day, I'm posting one of my favorite children's books, The Tale of Despereaux. I was an adult when I first read, but it is a favorite because I love the way it speaks to young readers and treats them like they are intelligent and capable of big thoughts and feelings. Kate DiCamillo is a treasure.🐁🪡

#WinterReadathonDailyChallenge
@Andrew65

I'm watching one of my absolute favorite Christmas movies today. Jim Carrey is my favorite Grinch.

#WinterReadathon

I didn't know it was National Sock Day today when I picked out my socks, but I think I picked some cute, seasonally appropriate ones for the occasion.

#WinterReadathonDailyChallenge
@Andrew65

My new votive candle holders are really pretty for Christmas but will be great throughout winter. And the flames look blue at night when I burn them!

#WnterReadathonDailyChallenge
@Andrew65

#WinterReadathonDailyChallenge
@Andrew65

My mom got this cute sloth Christmas blanket for me a couple years ago, but Smokey immediately claimed it as his. It is his favorite, and it stays out all year long for him to use.

I watched The Christmas Setup this morning and really enjoyed it. It had the rushed romance that many movies like this have, but it was really sweet and fun. Fran Drescher was great, as always, and the MCs had really good chemistry. It was even worth dealing with the ads on the Lifetime app to watch it! Lol

#WinterReadathon

I think I'm going to listen to this series next. I'm not exactly sure how "a cozy, Christmas murder mystery" will work, but I'm curious to find out.

#WinterReadathonDailyChallenge
@Andrew65

Woot! I'm very excited that Kiss Her Once for Me is one of the picks this month for #BOTM (just in time for #LGBTbookclub !) and The Holiday Swap should be a fun add-on. I'm going to be honest that I'm not really interested in any of the best of the year picks except for the one I already have, but a free book is a free book, and maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised.

4 ⭐ This is barely a 4 stars for me, but the last half of the book edged it to four stars for me. I Becky Chambers Wayfarers series, but this is the weakest to me so far. I just had a hard time getting into the book at the beginning, and I think it would have been even harder for me if I wasn't listening to it on audio. 👇

4.75 ⭐ I absolutely adored this book and hope to have more in this style from King one day. Those who are fans of The Dark Tower books will find plenty of nods, and those who like to create theories (conspiracies?) of the interconnectedness of King's works will find plenty to play with here. Those who are new to King will find a delightful and at times, horrifying fantasy novel full of magic, dark creatures, and heart.

Oh no...I'm trapped and can't get up...I guess I'll just have to keep reading Fairy Tale!

#CatsOfLitsy

I'm trying to start thinking about my #WinterGames plans because the wait times on books can be so long on Libby. I thought I could go ahead and put myself on some hold lists. I'd love some recommendations for wintery/Christmasy romance novels. I read In a Holidaze and The Twelve Dates of Christmas last year and really enjoyed both of them. I have put Written in the Stars on hold. Any other suggestions?

I finally got a picture of the squirrel that often comes by when I'm reading on the porch. We have lots of squirrels, rabbits, birds, opossums, and even foxes, but this squirrel will actually come up on the porch right by my chair.

2.75⭐ While there is much to be admired in this book, it was just okay for me. I loved how it utilized Navajo myths and culture, and the adventure itself had a fun, traditional-folktale-in-modern-times feel. However, it just didn't quite hit home for me. I enjoyed it enough to find out how it ended but not enough to be invested in the story. I think this primarily comes from the internal monologue of the MC and some of the dialogue.👇

5⭐ I recently listened to Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman, and it was an absolute delight. I'll be honest and say that I'm not sure if I would have loved it this much if I hadn't been listening to it, though I still would have enjoyed it a lot. But Gaiman is a master oral storyteller. His voice was made for narration, and there is a playfulness that comes through when he is telling these myths that kept me hanging on his every word.

I can't believe October is already over! But I've had so much fun with the event. Thank you, @StayCurious and @Clwojick !

#Scarathlon2022 Event Total: 19,971
Week 3 Total: 4,230
#TeamMonsterMash

Point Break Down:
Halloween books - 100
Team genre books - 495
Additional books - 5
Readathon hours - 1320
Scary shows - 45
Participation Posts - 6
Costume - 10
Word search - 1,760
Bucket list - 30
Photo prompt books - 45
Week 3 games - 350

I got several bingos for #BookSpinBingo this month and finished #BookSpin and #DoubleSpin.

@TheAromaofBooks

All ready for trick-or-treaters! I'm Caduceus Clay for Halloween this year. #BucketList #Critter

#Scarathlon2022
#TeamMonsterMash

4.5⭐ If you are looking for a quick, spooky listen, I highly recommend The Haunting of Hill House narrated by David Warner. I thoroughly enjoyed this rendition of the tale.

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#TeamMonsterMash

#Scarathlon2022 Week 3 Readathon Totals!

#BookSpinBingo 9:36 @TheAromaofBooks
#LittenListen 4:00 @aperfectmjk
#BodyCountBingo 5:17 @PuddleJumper
#Witchathon 4:09 @mdm139
#BookBattle 3:24
#AutumnBingo2022 8:39 @Ann_Reads
#31by31 9:16 @Catsandbooks
#Spookoween2022 9:01 @TheSpineView
#Pointsathon 9:22 @DieAReader
#AutumnAtoZ 9:09 @Texreader

#Scarathlon2022 Event Total: 15,651
Week 3 Total: 4,407
#TeamMonsterMash
@StayCurious

Point Break Down:
Halloween books - 75
Team genre books - 30
Additional books - 5
Readathon hours - 690
Scary shows - 14
Participation Posts - 3
Word search - 2,090
Bucket list - 10
Photo prompt - 5
Photo prompt books - 75
Week 3 game - 1,410