Author: Carly-Rae

Today, I am so honored to have Kyla Zhao join me to chat about her new novel, The Fraud Squad. I first ‘met’ Kyla on Instagram, and when I got an ARC of her book, I couldn’t wait to read it! Before I give anything away, I’ll let Kyla do the honors. Kyla! Welcome! Your social media posts about The Fraud Squad are the best! Tell readers more about your debut novel! Thank you, Carly!! The Fraud Squad stars a working-class woman who thinks the only way to get her dream job at Singapore’s poshest magazine is to impersonate a…

This post is all about 14 Romantic Books to Read this Valentine’s Day. When you think of Valentine’s Day, you think of romance books…at least, I do. It’s the one day a year I think you can be as cheesy as you want! I’m always on the hunt for romantic books to read this Valentine’s Day because I want to be in that cheesy mindset. Whether it be a spicy romance or classic romance, I went through my never-ending bookshelves and came up with 14 romantic books to read this Valentine’s Day. Now, you don’t have to scour the entire…

This post is all about my favorite Valentine’s Day Sweaters. Valentine’s Day Sweaters are so trendy right now. Even though I live in Florida, in February, it can be chilly outside. I want to look cute, but I always want to be warm. I was shopping online the other day and came across an entire selection of Valentine’s Day Sweaters, and I knew I had to share it with all of you. Now, if you’re going somewhere dressy, some of these sweaters can be worn with black pants, and you can pair them with a sparkling heel which is always…

Elle Kennedy! Yes, she is joining me, and I’m so excited to have her chat with us! Elle has written many outstanding books, and she just released Misfit. I’m a huge fan of her books after being introduced to them on BookTok. When she agreed to join me, I literally started grinning ear to ear. Welcome, Elle! I’m so excited to have you join us! Tell us about Misfit. Misfit is the first book in the Prep series, which takes place at an all-boys boarding school for rich delinquents. It’s told from multiple points of view and is full of…

I first came across Jayne Ann Krentz’s writing when I read Tightrope. The book had me on the edge of my chair, and I was an instant fan of this author. When I heard about Sleep No More, I couldn’t wait for the chance to chat with Jayne Anne Krentz about it! Some of you may know Jayne under her pseudonym, Amanda Quick! Jayne, welcome! So excited for you to join us! It’s an honor! Tell us about Sleep No More. JAK: This is the first book in my new series of romantic suspense, The Lost Night Files. Three women…

This post is all about the 14 Best Red Dresses for Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. It means it’s time to start thinking about your outfit! I always love wearing classic red dresses on Valentine’s Day. A red dress can be a bold and romantic choice for Valentine’s Day. It’s a classic color that is often associated with love and passion, and it can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. If you’re planning to wear a red dress for Valentine’s Day, you might consider pairing it with some statement jewelry or accessories to…

This post is all about the 22+ Drugstore Makeup Products I always buy! There are so many new luxurious makeup products always coming out that it’s easy to buy all of it to try. But what if I told you that you didn’t always need to break the bank to get the luxe look? One of my favorite things to do is browse the drugstore makeup aisles! There are so many great products that you can get without breaking the bank. The best part? Every time I wear one of my favorite drugstore makeup products, my friends always think it’s…

This post is all about the best Anastasia Beverly Hills Products to try. Anastasia Beverly Hills has been a staple in my makeup collection since I started wearing makeup. I love their products because there are so many diverse things to try. From lip products to highlighters to eyeshadows, there are so many! We all have different skin tones and types. What works for me may not work for you or your complexion. However, I’m very picky about the products I use on my face, as I mention in my 20+ Best Tarte products to try. Typically I use my…

This post is all about the Best James Patterson Books to Read! I’ve been a James Patterson fan for years. James Patterson books got me into loving thrillers, and he was the very first author to reshare one of my bookish photos on Instagram! But there are a LOT of James Patterson books, and I always get messaged about where to start in his line-up. The answer? I always say, just pick one up that grabs your attention. The great thing about James Patterson books is you can read them as you see fit. Now, there are series like the…

This post is all about the best gifts under $10. Tis’ the season for gifts! Whether it be Christmas or a birthday, I have looked all over the internet to put together the best gifts under $10. I admit it wasn’t easy. There are so many items out there, and it can be difficult to find affordable ones (and that you like). All the gifts that made my list are items I’ve used and enjoyed. Whether you are shopping for a certain holiday, a birthday, for yourself, or a friend, there are gifts under $10 here that are for everyone.…

This post is all about He Saw Me First by Melody Anne. Cassandra Montana is a small-town bookstore owner. But what others don’t know—or even suspect—is that she is hardly who she says she is and hasn’t been for a decade. Once known as Tina Moore, she grew up in Washington, DC. Her mom with a popular DC socialite, and her dad worked at the White House. America knew Tina as their sweetheart until she turned 14, and the police broke down the door of their family mansion to find her holding a bloody knife while her father lay dead…

This post is all about the Best Holiday Books 2022. It can be so overwhelming to shop for holiday books. There are so many books out there. Luckily, I’m your bookish guru and have read over 100 Christmas books over these past few years. From classic Christmas stories to spicy romances to family reads, I have your holiday book list covered! I started reading holiday books a few months ago so I could include some new holiday books that had just been released. Whether you want to read a book for yourself or get the best holiday books for your…