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Welcome to The Hope Keeper by Heather Webb Book Tour hosted by

1919, Washington D.C. Elisabeth Beaumont comes from a renowned jeweler family, but after the untimely death of her twin brother, she’s left on her own to run the failing family business. Desperate for work, she approaches the affluent crowd her brother once courted to expand Beaumont Jewelers. Their ringleader is socialite Evalyn McLean, owner of the world’s most infamous gemstone, rumored to curse all who travel within its orbit. 

The Hope Diamond.

As Elisabeth is swept into Evalyn’s toxic world of dark opulence, the lines between who she is and where she belongs blur. She’s uncertain she wants to take over and be beholden to the elite of D.C. But can’t fathom leaving her father in the lurch. There’s also the Hope Diamond, which beckons Elisabeth despite every warning she’s been told.

When tragedy strikes, her carefully constructed glamorous new life crashes down. Now Elisabeth must face the truth about her brother’s death and decide what matters most. 

✍️ Heather Webb is the USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of eleven historical novels. To date, Heather’s books have been translated to seventeen languages. Check her website for more details on release dates and book club visits. heatherwebbauthor.com

✍️ This historical fiction takes us into the glittering world of the early 1900s and the Hope Diamond, once owned by Evalyn McLean. I loved how the story slowly builds, especially in the middle, drawing me into the elite’s lifestyle while quietly raising questions about whether the diamond is truly cursed. The friendship between Evalyn and Elisabeth, who cares for her jewels, adds a grounded touch to all the sparkle. It’s based on real events, which makes it even more fascinating. The mix of legend, mystery, and class tension kept me fully engaged, and the author’s notes at the end were the cherry on top.

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Welcome to Museum of Lost Dreams by Christine Nolfi book tour hosted by SuzyApprovedBookTours

When Bess Rollins’s parents die in a tragic accident, she is forced to abandon her dream job overseas. After three years away, she returns to her family’s estate in the Finger Lakes, a monument to her late grandmother, and a reminder of the wreckage Bess left behind.

There’s the guilt over leaving her younger twin siblings, Casey and Caleb, and she struggles to rebuild a bond that may be irrevocably broken. Amid the grief, resentment looms toward her self-indulgent parents. Then there’s Luke, the man Bess walked out on but never stopped loving.

Haunted by her regrets, Bess realizes the past is more complicated than she knew. With each secret uncovered, Bess comes closer to healing wounds, seizing a second chance at love, and fulfilling dreams that can lift them all―right here at home, where she belongs.

✍️ Family dramas are my jam, and this one delivered. Bess’s return kicks off an emotional journey packed with buried secrets, old wounds, and the messy reality of family relationships. I loved how the story explored three generations while weaving together themes of grief, forgiveness, and breaking cycles of trauma. The characters felt wonderfully real, flawed, frustrating, and easy to root for. Add in a swoon-worthy slow-burn romance, a gorgeous lakeside setting, and plenty of surprises from the past, and I was hooked. After reading this and The Secret Library of Hanna Reeves, I’ll keep my eyes peeled for more books by this author.

✍️ Christine Nolfi writes the kind of stories that make readers laugh, cry, and stay up too late turning pages. Her books have earned praise from readers, book clubs, and outlets like She Reads, POPSUGAR, Working Mother, and Parade. An Ohio native now living in South Carolina with her husband, Christine spends her days creating memorable characters, heartfelt journeys, and stories that linger after the final page. www.christinenolfi.com

A heartwarming new children’s book, Chanel & Milo: The Legend Begins, was written by Paul Davis and Julia L. Rosengren and published by

Created for readers ages 5–8, the story introduces young audiences to an unforgettable tale of friendship, compassion, and the power of connection.
 
Chanel & Milo: The Legend Begins follows the touching journey of two rescue dogs whose chance meeting changes their lives forever. 
 
When a curious little terrier named Chanel meets a gentle, thoughtful big dog called Milo, an unexpected friendship begins—one filled with discovery, mischief, and heart.
 
Chanel and Milo: The Legend Begins is the first story in a growing series about two dogs who see the world differently, yet somehow understand each other perfectly. From butterfly chases to quiet moments beneath the old oak tree, this is the tale of how their bond was born. How one small meeting—and a very big friendship—can change everything.
 
Every great legend has a beginning… and this one starts with a wag, a smile, and a leap of faith

✍️ Bright illustrations, lovable pups, and a story packed with heart make this picture book an absolute delight. When adventurous Chanel heads off to explore and crosses paths with calm, gentle Milo, an unforgettable friendship begins. Inspired by real rescue dogs, their personalities complement each other perfectly and make their adventures even more fun to follow. I was especially charmed because Chanel looks remarkably like our Cairn Terrier, Dawson! This sweet, feel-good story is a wonderful introduction to a new series that dog lovers and young readers will be eager to continue.

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The Witch’s Stone by

When Jess Morgan arrives in Northumberland to research the history of a crumbling chapel, she’s drawn to the legend of the Brinkburn Witch – a woman said to appear when blood is spilled near an ancient standing stone. But the longer Jess stays, the stranger things become. Whispers echo through empty corridors, shadows move where none should, and the boundary between dreams and memory begins to blur.

Over a century earlier, Eliza Stratford turned to the witch for help after a violent betrayal – and sealed her fate with a terrible bargain. Now her story, and the secrets she died to protect, are surfacing again.

As Jess unearths the truth behind the legend, she begins to suspect her own connection to the past runs deeper than she ever imagined – and that some ghosts will do anything to be remembered…

Atmospheric, haunting and rich with dark folklore, The Witch’s Stone is a spellbinding gothic timeslip mystery where the past refuses to stay buried.

✍️ The Witch’s Stone completely pulled me into its dark, moody world from the very first chapter. Blending dual timelines, eerie folklore, and time-bending mystery, it delivers plenty of suspense while slowly unraveling a haunting story of love, betrayal, and long-buried secrets. The ruined chapel, windswept moors, and mysterious stone create an unforgettable gothic atmosphere that practically leaps off the page. Eliza’s tragic story especially hit me hard, and I couldn’t stop turning pages to see how everything connected. If you love creepy gothic thrillers with witchcraft, mystery, and emotional depth, this one is well worth picking up.

Check out today’s spotlight on This is a Lie by - pen name Cleo Ballard.

Penn, once a brilliant PhD candidate, traded her dissertation for a perfect life as a wife and social media savvy mother. After a brutal betrayal by her husband, friends, and daughter, Penn is left with nothing but the wreckage of her curated identity.
 
Penn returns to her abandoned grad school project. With the help of a former crush and cutting-edge AI, she creates Aletheia: the perfect virtual friend.
 
Aletheia is programmed with one core directive: The Truth. She can detect lies with 100% accuracy and provides the support Penn’s friends never did. What starts as a helpful companion evolves into a stalker who views protection as destruction, and if pushed too far, elimination.
 
Penn realizes she’s built a monster that knows her every secret and is ready to annihilate anyone who threatens her new perfect reality. But can Aletheia be stopped before she destroys everyone Penn loves?

✍️ Nan Fischer writes contemporary fiction & thrillers, including The Book of Silver Linings and, under the pen name Cleo Ballard, This Is a Lie. Her career has taken unusual turns—from a traveling writer for Ringling Bros. Circus to collaborating on books with Olympic champions, Hall of Fame athletes, and tennis legend Monica Seles. A Cornell University graduate and two-time Oregon Book Award finalist, Nan has also written for publications including Harper’s Bazaar and Hello Sunshine. She lives in the Pacific Northwest, where she spends as much time as possible outdoors and is usually plotting her next novel—or her family’s next adventure.

“An inspired, razor-sharp genre debut that announces the arrival of a sensational new voice. Not to be missed!”—Matthew FitzSimmons, Constance and Chance
 
“Cleo Ballard’s THIS IS A LIE is a terrifyingly brilliant read! Don’t miss this smart, edgy thriller!”—Debra Webb
 
“THIS IS A LIE, Cleo Ballard’s brilliant and chilling novel, is your worst nightmare come true. I read this in one breathless sitting!”—Mary Dixie Carter, The Photographer

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Welcome to Ode to a Pug: I’m a BIG Dog by and illustrated by Book Tour hosted by

Anyone who has stared down a “You must be this tall to enter” sign will cheer on Phoebe’s latest quest to rule the BIG dog park the way only a pug can. Giggle along as a couple of compact canines stubbornly take on the BIG dogs in another hilarious, heart-warming adventure from the author of the award-winning Ode to a Pug books. Will our favorite gassy pug learn that the grass isn’t always greener? Or will her pug-powered determination pay off? A laugh-out-loud, adorably illustrated, rhyming tale of pup perseverance, perfect for children ages 2–8 and dog lovers of all ages.

Harold is an aging mutt—but Amelia, the romance novelist who adopted him, taught him about the human heart before she died. And left him with a final task: to help her partner, Miguel, find love again.

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Miguel rarely goes out, not even to the bookstore he and Amelia owned. It’s in danger of going under, and when an author doesn’t show for his event, it pushes finances into the red. In a final attempt to save the bookstore, Miguel and Harold set out to find the no-show and insist he fulfill his obligation. But instead, they’re greeted by Fiona, his sunny yet secretive sister.

Fiona is protecting her brother’s privacy—and to Harold’s horror, doesn’t like dogs. But her eleven-year-old, who’s also named Amelia, befriends Harold - are there really no coincidences in life?

Harold is running out of time, but if he can convince Miguel to let Fiona in, he’s certain he will find something far more important: his own happiness.

Uplifting, smartly observed, and hilariously insightful, Dog Person is as charming as its beloved narrator, Harold, and offers a reminder that while not all love is unconditional, it is still always worthwhile.

✍️ Camille Pagán is a bestselling author of numerous novels and has written for many magazines. When she’s not working on her next story, you’ll find her talking shop with writers, hanging out with her two kids, or trying to convince her husband they should adopt yet another animal. They live in Ann Arbor and enjoy Puerto Rico as much as possible. www.camillepagan.com

✍️ I was sold from page one thanks to the brilliant choice of having an older dog narrate the story. Harold easily became my favorite character and brought plenty of heart to a novel centered on grief, second chances, and the fight to save a beloved indie bookstore. While I expected something lighter from the cover, it turned out to be an emotional read. The pacing felt uneven at times, and some plot points were frustrating, but Harold’s perspective made this touching story memorable.