Step into the Nook for August’s magic, mayhem, and multi-tasking! Grab your favorite cozy drink and let’s dive into this month’s highlights. The first week of August was pretty quiet—just our final stretch of summer before high school kicked off! We spent the week chilling at home and taking daily walks together. The following week… Continue reading Angel’s Monthly Wrap Up ~ Aug. 2026
Author: Angela (Angel's Book Nook)
Welcome to my paradise! I'm Angela, the owner, reviewer, and mind behind Angel's Book Nook. I also have the pleasure of hosting the community-focused event, The Library Love Challenge. My reading obsession lies squarely in the thrilling worlds of Paranormal & Urban Fantasy—the bigger the lore, the better! You can always count on me to root for my favorite shifters: dragons! Off the page, I am a dedicated wife, mother, and lover of all animals, especially horses and dogs. As Desiderius Erasmus said, "Your library is your paradise."
Read-Along 2026 Guild Codex Series by Annette Marie – Audiobook Review: Hunting Fiends for the Ill-Equipped (The Guild Codex: Demonized #3) by Annette Marie (Narrator: Cris Dukehart)
I’m taking part in the 2026 Read-Along for the Guild Codex World by Annette Marie hosted by Books of My Heart. I’ve heard nothing but amazing things about the Guild Codex Universe, so I’m having an absolute blast diving into this year's Read-Along using the author's recommended reading order! Hunting Fiends for the Ill-Equipped is book… Continue reading Read-Along 2026 Guild Codex Series by Annette Marie – Audiobook Review: Hunting Fiends for the Ill-Equipped (The Guild Codex: Demonized #3) by Annette Marie (Narrator: Cris Dukehart)
It’s Release Day! Property of Incubus (Kings of Anarchy MC: Indiana) by D.M. Earl
Property of Incubus Kings of Anarchy MC: Indiana by D.M. Earl Published: August 29, 2026 Pages: 171 He's a ruthless killer. She's fighting for her life. Together, they'll risk it all for the one they truly love. INCUBUS Enforcer of the Kings of Anarchy MC's Indiana Chapter, Cullen "Incubus" MacDonald is a liar, and… Continue reading It’s Release Day! Property of Incubus (Kings of Anarchy MC: Indiana) by D.M. Earl
August 2026 Book Haul: Stacking The Shelves
Welcome to another edition of Stacking The Shelves, hosted by Reading Reality! STS is all about sharing the newest additions to our reading lists—whether they’re fresh library hauls, audiobooks, physical copies, or e-book freebies. (**Note: Clicking on any of the book cover images below will take you directly to Amazon or Chirp!) ** Double check… Continue reading August 2026 Book Haul: Stacking The Shelves
August 2026 Library Wrap-Up
Welcome to another round of Library Love! 📚 Whether you're hunting for new releases, timeless classics, or your next favorite audiobook, your local library is a goldmine. Here is a look at my August haul and the amazing savings that came with it! My library haul was short and sweet this July—I picked up these… Continue reading August 2026 Library Wrap-Up
It’s Release Day! Reign of Silver & Stardust (Stardust Trilogy) by Diana A. Hicks
Reign of Silver & Stardust by Diana A. Hicks is now live! CATALINA I was never supposed to exist. As the mortal spare to an immortal sister, I lived in the shadows until Ry was murdered by a weapon that shouldn't exist. Now, justice is all I want. To find her killer, I must take… Continue reading It’s Release Day! Reign of Silver & Stardust (Stardust Trilogy) by Diana A. Hicks
2026 Hot New Book Releases: Aug. 23rd – Sept. 5th
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First Line Friday {4}: Hooked in One Line!
Happy Friday, bookworms, and welcome to First Line Friday! The rules are simple: grab the closest book to you (or one from your ever-growing TBR pile), flip to the first page, and share its opening sentence in the comments. This fun weekly event is hosted by Reading is my Superpower: Link-Up—and a huge shoutout to… Continue reading First Line Friday {4}: Hooked in One Line!
Release Tour: Smitty (Satan’s Fury MC- Little Rock) by L. Wilder ~ #BookTour #Excerpt
Smitty Series: Satan’s Fury MC - Little Rock Author: L. Wilder Release: August 18, 2026 Cover Credit: Wander Aguiar Photography Cover Model: Dom Cover Designer: Mayhem Cover Creations Goodreads * BookBub I had nothing when I found her. No roof. No patch. No name that meant anything to anyone. I was just a man clawing… Continue reading Release Tour: Smitty (Satan’s Fury MC- Little Rock) by L. Wilder ~ #BookTour #Excerpt
TBR Challenge [Backlist Banger] Audiobook Review: Cursed (Fallen Siren #1) by S. J. Harper (Narrator: Johanna Parker)(DNF)
August's TBR Challenge Theme: Backlist Banger (book that’s been in your TBR a long time, backlist title by favorite and/or prolific author etc.) For the "Backlist Banger" prompt, I went with Cursed by S. J. Harper. This title has been sitting on my TBR shelf way back since 2013, though I eventually grabbed the audiobook… Continue reading TBR Challenge [Backlist Banger] Audiobook Review: Cursed (Fallen Siren #1) by S. J. Harper (Narrator: Johanna Parker)(DNF)
WWW Wednesday: Currently Reading, Finished Reading, Reading Next
Happy Wednesday, book friends! ☕✨ Welcome back to another WWW Wednesday—the ultimate mid-week check-in originally created by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and wonderfully revived by Taking on a World of Words. Grab your favorite drink and let’s dive right into exactly what’s on my shelves (and in my earbuds) this week! 📚👇 What are you… Continue reading WWW Wednesday: Currently Reading, Finished Reading, Reading Next
Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Book Series I’m Determined to Catch Up On
Welcome to another Top Ten Tuesday! This weekly meme was created by the wonderful That Artsy Reader Girl out of a pure love for lists, books, and bringing the bookish community together. If you want to check out the upcoming schedule or join in on the fun, you can find all the topics on her… Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Book Series I’m Determined to Catch Up On
It’s Release Day! Colt (Double U Ranch) by Jessica Peterson
Colt by Jessica Peterson is now live! She isn’t supposed to care about a ranch. She definitely isn't supposed to fall for the foreman. And his six-year-old son is absolutely, definitely not supposed to capture her heart. Lainey Brown is not ranch material. She's a city girl who landed on the legendary Wallace Ranch to… Continue reading It’s Release Day! Colt (Double U Ranch) by Jessica Peterson
2026 🏫 Old School Giveaway Hop ~ Aug. 16th – 31st
Hosted by MamatheFox & Mom Does Reviews Welcome to the 🏫 Old School Giveaway Hop! It's time for back-to-school, and we're celebrating by joining the Old School Giveaway Hop! I'm featuring some old-school novels, all of which are classics. I've watched The Great Gatsby featuring Robert Redford, as well as all of The Lord of… Continue reading 2026 🏫 Old School Giveaway Hop ~ Aug. 16th – 31st
Book Blogger Hop: Books I Keep Coming Back To
Welcome to another week of the Book Blogger Hop, hosted by the wonderful Coffee Addicted Writer. If you're new here, this weekly event kicks off every Friday and runs through the following Thursday. It’s all about bringing our community together through a fun, bookish prompt. It’s a fantastic way to discover new titles, meet fellow… Continue reading Book Blogger Hop: Books I Keep Coming Back To