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The cozy season promotes exciting literary events in Colorado Springs throughout October 2025. From book clubs and author meet-and-greets to painting nights and book swaps, there’s a variety of gatherings for book lovers. Engage with the community, celebrate literature, and enjoy interactive experiences that blend reading and creativity.
Keep readingA budget thrift haul at EntertainMART in Colorado Springs features Zin showcasing five book finds: Past Midnight, Eat Pray Love, The Butcher and the Wren, The Library of Borrowed Hearts, and The Sinner. The video reveals prices and insights on the atmosphere, highlighting what Zin plans to read first.
Keep readingIn a video unboxing, a Blind Date with a Book reveals “Second Chance with a Cowboy” by indie author Jennie Marts. This small-town, second-chance romance is accompanied by charming bookish goodies, making it an ideal choice for romance enthusiasts. The event highlights the excitement of discovering new literature.
Keep readingThe Red Leg Round Up at Red Leg Brewing Company in Colorado Springs features live music, local vendors, a petting zoo, and reading opportunities. Attendees enjoyed browsing tents, participated in hat-making, and relaxed in the brewery courtyard while discovering new books, including one from Roadrunner Bookshop.
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In July 2025, I completed six fiction books and attended seven literary events in Colorado. I enjoyed romance, mystery, and fantasy genres, with top selections being Shield of Sparrows (5 stars), The Way We Win, and The Cottage (both 4 stars). I read a total of 2,396 pages, averaging a 3.67 rating.
Keep readingIn July 2025, I attended the Book Hangout at AffoGatto, a cat-themed café in Peyton, Colorado. We discussed Zodiac Academy: The Awakening by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti while enjoying lattes and cuddling cats. The highlight was debating Team Darius versus Team Caleb, making it a must-visit for fantasy romance fans.
Keep readingA delightful Harry Potter High Tea at Miramont Castle Museum in Manitou Springs, Colorado featured classic tea, butterbeer ice cream, and chocolate frogs. The experience immersed attendees in a magical atmosphere within a Victorian castle, catering to Potterheads and book lovers alike, inviting them to share their favorite house.
Keep readingThe first Colorado Springs chapter meeting of the Book Swap Society took place at Storybook Brewing, featuring books, beer, and new friendships for only $6.54. This cozy afternoon event emphasizes the love for “books and beer,” making it a perfect addition to weekend plans for enthusiasts.
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The poster visited Barnes & Noble for a quick browse and ended up buying several romance paperbacks, including titles from Sierra Simone, Rebecca Yarros, and Stephen King. They are now seeking recommendations for their next read from an enticing collection of diverse genres.
Keep readingIn July 2025, the Twists and Page Turners book club met at Voodoo Brewing Company to discuss “Into the Water” by Paula Hawkins. Members enjoyed minty drinks and nachos while dissecting the unexpected ending, which was influenced by the complex perspectives in the story. They invited recommendations for thrilling plot twists.
Keep readingA TikTok video showcases a bookshelf tour, inviting fellow book lovers to connect on BookTok. It features cozy shelf views, discussions about new reads, and highlights several books, including “The Book Swap,” “Quicksilver,” and various works by Colleen Hoover, among others. Viewers are encouraged to share their current reads.
Keep readingThe video depicts a picturesque day in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado, highlighting a reading session poolside with views, a visit to a unique art installation, and a creekside brunch at The Pantry. The trip is ideal for readers and nature enthusiasts, featuring “The Book Swap” by Tessa Bickers.
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In the video, the reader begins Paula Hawkins’ thriller “Into the Water,” highlighting its themes of buried secrets and unreliable narrators. The atmosphere is described as river-soaked with a slow-growing sense of dread, as hinted by the cat’s behavior. The reader invites others to share spoiler-free expectations.
Keep readingJoin me for a Barnes & Noble July 2025 BOGO 50% off romance paperback sale experience in Colorado Springs. I browsed romance titles, enjoyed a café treat, and shared quick book recommendations along with prices. Featured books include classics by Stephen King and recent hits by various authors. What did you find?
Keep readingShield of Sparrows is a slow-burn romantasy. I’m devouring Devney Perry’s Shield of Sparrows: alchemy notes, fake-husband twist, sword-flirty training, and a Guardian who weaponizes a ring. Odessa has me shouting run or stab while secrets stack high. At 666 pages with one scorching scene, it’s immersive, moody, and TBR-worthy for romantasy fans everywhere.
Keep readingThe video reveals the cover of “Dance of Devils” by Jagger Cole, featuring a haunted ballerina and a ruthless underworld king. Described as dark, elegant, and addictive, the story combines ballet with themes of power and possession. Pre-orders are available, and the cover design by Plan 9 Book Design is highlighted.
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September 2025 in Colorado Springs brings various bookish events, including book clubs, themed café days, and a book swap, catering to diverse readers. Highlights include the Garden of the Books Club, a Twilight Theme Day, and community engagement at venues like Carnelian Coffee and Goat Patch Brewing Company.
Keep readingThe post expresses excitement about reading “Widow’s Point” by Richard and Billy Chizmar, highlighting its haunted lighthouse theme and found-footage style. It conveys a strong atmospheric feeling of fog, dread, and the essence of fall horror. A full review is anticipated, inviting others to share their love for spooky reads.
Keep readingThe Colorado Springs Book Club met at the historic Principal’s Office to discuss “Shield of Sparrows.” This fantasy romance featured themes of found family and secrets, creating a whimsical atmosphere. Attendees enjoyed snacks, shared thoughts, and exchanged theories about the book, making it a great addition for clubs seeking heartwarming reads.
Keep readingThe post discusses the halfway point of “Shield of Sparrows” by Devney Perry, highlighting Odessa’s ineffective spy game, a charming Guardian, and Zavier’s emotionally distant demeanor. It questions the manipulation of a law for kidnapping and emphasizes the book’s rich worldbuilding, complex politics, and slow-burn romance, inviting readers to share theories.
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The creator showcases their dream bookshelf, crafted by The Pikes Peak Woodwright and inspired by a family mirror. Designed by their boyfriend, this custom built-in transformed a wall into a cozy library, with a supervising cat. They invite viewers to suggest styling options for the bookshelf’s decor.
Keep readingIn June 2025, the Book Hangout Book Club met at Poor Richard’s Café in Colorado Springs. Members engaged in a wrapped-book swap before discussing The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. They shared favorite aspects of the book and suggested starting a club with a few ground rules and guiding questions.
Keep readingI unbox Alex North’s The Man Made of Smoke, a moody, twisty thriller about memory, trauma, and a killer who won’t stay buried. Comment with your recs.
Keep readingI dove into A Kingdom of Shadow and Ash for epic creature bonds, court intrigue, and a curse that cuts deep. The worldbuilding is lavish, the finale is bold, and the side couple stole my heart. Full review covers what soared, what dragged, and why I will read Book Two.
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Melissa Broder’s The Pisces is a dark, provocative ride through love addiction, limerence, and a very literal merman romance. I read it for book club, blinked twice, and said, what did I just read. Brilliant in parts, brutal in others, this one was not for me. Trigger warnings for cruelty.
Keep readingA high-stakes, slow-burn romance that starts with a plane crash and collides with the Afghanistan withdrawal. In the Likely Event pairs duty with desire, competence with heart, and two unforgettable leads who keep choosing each other. I share what worked, what didn’t, spice and star ratings, and whether you should read it.
Keep readingBraided across 1619, 1942, and 2019, Weyward by Emilia Hart follows three women bound by a cottage, a journal, and a legacy of healing others call witchcraft. It is lyrical, fast, and fierce. Heavy themes are handled with care. I loved the atmosphere, the agency, and the nature-bound magic.
Keep readingSweet Sinners review: N.D. Roldan delivers a dark, forbidden stepbrother romance with slow burn heat, corporate drama, and a morally gray chef hero. I loved kitchen intimacy and trauma recovery, but the twist was predictable and pacing lagged.
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Emily Catlow’s upcoming novel, The Secret We Keep, is a small-town romantic suspense set for release on October 28, 2025. It follows Morgan, who feels stagnant as her friends move on, until Paddy re-enters her life. Their deepening bond faces emotional struggles and secrets, promising a heartfelt exploration of love and growth.
Keep readingChasing Forever, a romance novel by Piper Rayne, features a marriage of convenience setup where a woman wakes up in Vegas married to her ex-fiance’s brother, Sheriff Brooks Watson. This small-town story explores themes of emotional vulnerability, family dynamics, and slow-burn romance, mixed with humor and heartfelt moments, releasing on August 26, 2025.
Keep readingBitten by Destiny by Samantha Young is a sizzling new release in the True Immortality series. Packed with vampires, fae prophecies, rockstar drama, and enemies-to-lovers passion, this paranormal romance blends danger, destiny, and desire. Echo and Elijah’s story will keep you hooked long past midnight.
Keep readingOn One Condition by K. Bromberg, releasing on August 19, 2025, is a romance set in Cedar Falls. It follows Ledger Sharpe, a billionaire compelled to stay in town for two months, and Asher Wells, a local woman facing their tumultuous past. The story explores themes of grief, class dynamics, and second chances amid small-town…
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Sweet Venom of Time by Sara Samuels, Book 6 in the Blade of Shadows series, delivers a dark fantasy romance filled with forbidden love, time travel, betrayal, and dangerous secrets. Perfect for fans of epic romantasy, this release unravels the past that shapes Roman and Marcellious’ destiny.
Keep readingUnholy Union by Lana Sinclair is a dark mafia arranged marriage romance packed with enemies-to-lovers tension, forced proximity, and “touch her and die” heat. When Sabrina Corsini is forced to wed ruthless heir Cato Valente, love and vengeance collide in a dangerous power struggle. Perfect for Kindle Unlimited readers.
Keep readingChelle Sloan’s upcoming romance novel, “Good Girl’s Guide to Love,” releases on September 4, 2025. It features a good girl nurse and a bad boy quarterback in a fake dating arrangement that turns real. The story explores themes of risk, identity, and emotional growth, promising humor and heartfelt moments.
Keep readingDarkness of Mine by Alexis Grace is a dark FBI reverse harem romance filled with suspense, found family, and protective heroes. Freya, the daughter of a serial killer, can’t outrun her past or the men who love her. Perfect for fans of dark romance, enemies-to-lovers, and why choose stories.
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“Dream On” by Jennifer Hartmann, set for release on August 12, 2025, explores the intense romance between Stevie St. James and Hollywood star Lexington Hall. With themes of heartbreak, public scrutiny, and complicated pasts, the story delves into fake relationships, second chances, and the struggle of reclaiming one’s narrative amidst fame and nostalgia.
Keep readingGone Country by Hunter Snow is a contemporary romance featuring a fiery rock star, Jamie, and a charming country boy, Clayton. Forced to collaborate, their worlds clash, leading to romantic tension and rivalry. With themes of enemies-to-lovers and cultural differences in music, this book promises humor, sparks, and heartfelt moments.
Keep readingHalf-Light Harbor, releasing on October 23, 2025, is a romantic fiction by Samantha Young, set in Scotland. It follows Tierney Silver, seeking revenge for her family, who encounters brooding Ramsay McRae on a secluded island. Their no-strings fling escalates amid danger, featuring suspense, charm, and emotional depth.
Keep reading“Paper Hearts” by Kay Cove, releasing January 20, 2026, is a romance novel featuring a pop star, Evie, whose career faces a PR crisis. To manage it, she enters a fake relationship with grumpy heartthrob Grayson and develops feelings for her escort-turned-bodyguard, Taio, challenging her personal and professional life.
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