Spotlight of The Summer Share by Jenn McKinlay

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THE SUMMER SHARE

JENN MCKINLAY

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ALL INFORMATION IN THIS POST IS TAKEN FROM AN E-MAIL FROM KAILA MUNDELL-HILL | PUBLICITY BERKLEY | PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE AND THE PENGUIN RANDOM WEBSITE

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This delightful beach read follows free-spirited Hannah and straitlaced Simon as they decide whether to keep or sell their inherited seaside beach house in the Outer Banks.

They each inherited 50% of the beach house from their grandfathers and must come to a mutual decision after living in the house for the entire summer.

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May 26, 2026

Berkley Trade Original

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PRAISE FOR THE SUMMER SHARE:

“A perfect summer romance! Jenn McKinlay writes with charm, humor and heart.”—Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author of The Me I Used to Be

“McKinlay’s gift for crafting sneaky sweet yet seriously sexy rom-coms continues on in fine fashion with this sharply humorous and superbly satisfying love story that not only underscores the immeasurable value of love and laughter in life, but also the importance of investing ourselves in the community around us.”—Booklist (starred review)

“McKinlay offers an ode to summers on the beach, small towns, and love itself.”—Library Journal

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ABOUT THE SUMMER SHARE:

When two misfits discover they’ve inherited the same beach house, sparks fly in the most unexpected ways, in this hilarious and heartfelt rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading.

Free-spirited travel influencer Hannah Spencer has spent five years touring the country in her vintage van, alone save for her hulking Great Dane, Dude. Until an unexpected inheritance from her pops has Hannah thinking about putting down roots in Cape Split, North Carolina, where she’s the new owner of a worse-for-wear seaside beach house. Or, rather, fifty percent of one. Turns out Simon O’Malley inherited the other half from his gramps.

As Simon and Hannah spend the summer tag-teaming repairs on the crumbling cottage, they discover it was once home to a timeless love story. As their own relationship shifts from enemies to friends to lovers, they begin to wonder if the house’s romantic past might be a good omen for their future together. But there’s one problem—Simon is set on selling the property at the end of the summer.

For Hannah, the Split isn’t like anyplace she’s ever been, and Simon isn’t like any man she’s ever known—she doesn’t want to let this new life go. She just needs Simon to see their budding relationship and this newfound community in the same way, or their first summer share might also be their last.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

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Jenn McKinlay is the award-winning New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of several mystery and romance series.

Her work has been translated into multiple languages in countries all over the world.

She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with kids, pets, and her husband’s guitars.

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Spotlight of Wings of Life by Meghan Le Fay

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WINGS OF LIFE

MEGHAN LE FAY

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Fans of enemies-to-lovers romance and epic dragon-filled fantasy will be swept into Le Fay's Wings of Life, where duty, danger, and forbidden desire collide.

They cast me off to Rihtlond as a bride.

They don’t care if I come back alive.

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May 26, 2026

Page & Vine

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PRAISE FOR WINGS OF LIFE:

"Fantasy fans will find much to enjoy in this rich, sprawling story, from the dragons and heart-pounding battle scenes to the spicy romance..." - Kirkus Reviews

"Politics, magic, and romance infuse Le Fay’s solid fantasy debut. The world is colorful, and intrigue, magic, and sex are all treated with equal gusto. Romantasy fans will be pleased." ― Publishers Weekly

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ABOUT WINGS OF LIFE:

Too sharp-tongued and too curious, I am my mother’s greatest lament and my father’s constant frustration. Unwilling to bow to their will, I’ve become expendable, worth sending on a mission doomed to fail.

Armed with nothing but a coded journal, a quill, and my wits, I’m thrust into the kingdom of our oldest enemy—a land of storms and warriors—to wed their high dane’s son. Trapped on their ruthless continent, I am no blushing bride. I’m a spy sent to unlock Rihtlond’s weaknesses… a cuckoo in the robin’s nest.

But my heart still bleeds red when the weaponmaster of these strange people steals it away. Through him, I learn to unlock their secrets. What I uncover is more dangerous than I ever imagined: magic thrumming in the roots of Rihtlond, a dragon hidden in plain sight, and a love I was never meant to feel. Holding this knowledge, I am meant to return home and bind myself to a future I was given long ago.

Now, as war rises and alliances crumble, I must choose between duty and desire, between the family who cast me aside and the bond that awakens who I truly am. To protect what I’ve found—and who I become—I must risk everything. Even if it brands me a traitor. Even if it costs me my life.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Meghan Le Fay hails from present-day Earth, despite her lifelong dream of being born as an elf in Middle- earth.

A constant and consummate fan of fantasy, she lives, breathes, and dreams in the spidery language of the magic.

Her works are inspired by her obsessions with mythology, medieval history, and all things magical and mystical—especially dragons.

When not writing or daydreaming of other realms, Meghan can be found avoiding the Arizona desert heat through reading, crafting, music, or dance.

Or having wild adventures (both real and imaginary) with her family.

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When the Forest Dreams by Andrea Ezerins

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WHEN THE FOREST DREAMS

ANDREA EZERINS

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ALL INFORMATION IN THIS POST IS COURTESY OF ARI MATHAE OF MINDBUCK MEDIA BOOK PUBLICITY. 

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What if the life you were meant to live was waiting just outside your door?

This contemporary coming-of-age tale explores the power of facing your fears, finding love, and looking for the beauty of the unknown, reminding us to seek joy in the most unexpected places.

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May 26th, 2026

She Writes Press

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Fiction

Coming of Age

Women

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PRAISE FOR WHEN THE FOREST DREAMS:

“Andrea Ezerins offers up a contemporary fairy tale spiced with a sexy romance, family drama, and the search for a possibly extinct woodpecker. If you're looking for a heart-warming story of self-discovery (with birds!), this one delivers.”—Pam McGaffin, author of Shade of Wings

“If you love birds, if you have ever stared out a city window and longed for a different path, or if you simply want a romance that blends warmth, humor and a touch of fairytale shimmer without losing sight of real-world stakes, Emma Jablonski’s story is well worth your time.” —Caroline Belina, Book Trib

“When the Forest Dreams is romance, but it is also a young woman’s journey of self-discovery and the quest for identity … I loved the exquisite writing, the skillful storytelling, and the characters that quickly feel like friends.” —Ruffina Oserio, Readers’ Favorite

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ABOUT WHEN THE FOREST DREAMS:

New York City, 2013. Emma Jablonski’s life is as dry as the day-old bread at her family’s bakery. Living with her parents and grandmother, she clings to the only escape she knows: a recurring dream that feels more real than her waking world. But when Emma’s eyes are open, she’s reminded of what’s out of reach—Jake, the enigmatic boy-next-door.

After a life-changing diagnosis forces her to face her fears, Emma decides it’s time to truly live—before it’s too late. With Jake and his vibrant friend Vee, she dives into a whirlwind of experiences: a fake engagement, dazzling parties, and an obsession with the elusive ivory-billed woodpecker, a bird that may not even exist.

But as her daring adventure is coming to an end, Emma begins to embrace a future she never thought possible. Dreams and reality aren’t supposed to mix . . . are they?

A modern retelling of L.M. Montgomery’s The Blue Castle, this gentle story of love, resilience, and the beauty of the unknown reminds us to seek joy in the most unexpected places.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Andrea Ezerins grew up in the small town of Columbia, Connecticut, and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Connecticut.

After spending three decades in the insurance industry, she traded risk assessments for plot twists; her debut novel, Again and Again Back to You, was published in 2024.

Andrea lives in Hebron, Connecticut, with her husband and is the proud mom of two daughters and identical twin sons.

When she’s not writing, she’s raising bluebirds and monarch butterflies, running, or flowing through yoga—often while plotting her next book.

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Book Blogger Hop - 5/29/2026

                                          

Question of the Week:

Does the headline “Must-Read Books” grab your attention?(submitted by Billy @ Coffee-Addicted Writer)

My Answer:

LOL - actually it does, but it doesn't mean I will read the "must read" book.  :)

Spotlight of The Case Study by Nicole Lundrigan

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THE CASE STUDY

NICOLE LUNDRIGAN

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ALL INFORMATION IN THIS POST IS COURTESY OF DANIELLE LESAGE | MANAGER, PUBLICITY & MARKETING | PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE CANADA

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A twisty, unsettling, and masterfully plotted game of magnetic push-and-pull between two women whose secrets threaten to collide.

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May 26, 2026

Penguin Canada

Viking Canada

Trade Paperback Original

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Fiction

Thrillers

Psychological Fiction

Crime

Thrillers

Suspense

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PRAISE FOR THE CASE STUDY:

"A dark exploration of trauma, obsession, and psychological damage juxtaposed against the enduring power of friendship. The Case Study is sexy, elegant, and twisty, with complex protagonists and monstrous villains.”—Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author of Strangers in the Villa

"An edgy, propulsive thriller that will have you questioning the motives of every character as you race toward its immensely satisfying close.  A fantastic read!"—Tracy Sierra, author ofWarning Signs and Nightwatching

“With its vivid protagonists, two women mired in secrets and buried pain, The Case Study is a spicy, devious, beautifully written thriller."—Roz Nay, author of The Offing and Our Little Secret

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ABOUT THE CASE STUDY:

When Mia was a young woman, she read a magazine article about a murderous teenage girl with a rare and disturbing psychiatric delusion.

Fascinated by the details, she sought out the doctor who’d treated the girl, and eventually married him.

Twenty years later, Mia’s curiosity is piqued once again when her husband announces that his famous case study will be republished--and that he will be reconnecting with his former patient.

Lainey has never felt that her feet are fully on the ground—not since she was released from a psychiatric institution at the age of twenty-one.

When her former doctor reaches out, she decides to tell him the truth about what happened all those years ago.  Perhaps she can finally lighten the darkenss that has defined her entire existence.

With mirroring software, Mia pores over every recorded therapy session with Lainey, almost as though she's watching a true crime drama unfold.

On the opposite side, Lainey becomes intensely interested in her doctor’s family. How far will she go to insert herself into his seemingly perfect life?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

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NICOLE LUNDRIGAN is the author of several critically acclaimed novels, including the bestselling A Man Downstairs, An Unthinkable Thing, Hideaway, which was shortlisted for the Arthur Ellis Award for Best Crime Novel, and The Substitute. Her work has appeared on “best of” selections from The Globe and Mail, Amazon, Chatelaine, NOW Magazine, and more.

She grew up in Newfoundland, and now lives in Toronto.

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