Music plays a huge role in both Kirsten’s and my households. There are so many fantastic novels about bands that I wanted to put them together in one place. These books combine two things that I love ...

I am so excited about the October 2026 book releases. This month, there are so many great holiday books that Kirsten and I ...

I have always loved the idea of books about books. When I started going through my list, I realized I had too many to put on one list! So, I decided to put all my favorite novels about publishing in ...

I fell in love with the Diana Gabaldon books 8 years ago and have been reading them religiously ever since. With the launch of the last book in the Outlander series almost here, and the Starz series ...

Magical realism is one of my favorite book genres because it seamlessly weaves magic into everyday life. Some people call this genre fantasy-light. It is one of my favorite genres and I wanted to make ...

I have so many Fourth Wing theories and questions after I finished reading Onyx Storm. The Empyrean series is a fantasy romance series that has fans reeling after the cliffhanger at the end of the ...

Ever since I read Every Summer After last year, I have been so excited to read Carley Fortune books. Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune is her sophomore novel and did not disappoint at all. In fact ...

The minute I read The Correspondent by Virginia Evans, I knew the book was special. I was not even halfway through when I told Kirsten this book needed to be the August 2025 Beyond the Bookends Book ...

If you are looking for books set at the beach, you’ve come to the right place! I made you a list of Jackie and my favorite books, and it has something for everyone – romance, historical fiction, ...

Looking for the best books for a 13-year-old? We’ve got the perfect list for you! Having raised 4 kids through this particular age, we are well-equipped to give suggestions for children with all kinds ...

The Ultimate Beach Reads 2026 book list features all the new release books Jackie and I read and loved this year. We also think these books are perfect for the beach or pool. The selection process has ...