Random Loveliness

My Mother's Day flowers included my new favorite flower, ranunculus.

Pinterest fans and/or every mother that has ever felt imperfect or envy for another mother MUST read Love, Laughter, and Touch of Insanity's post My Life is [not] Perfect.

Have you visited the Recaptains yet? They break down YA series books so if you forget what happened, you can visit them for a full break down before starting the next book in the series. 

I'm wondering if I can talk Mr. Whimsy into some of this wallpaper. 

Have you heard about Berlin turning fallen tree trunks into free book exchange spots? SO going one day.

Happy weekend my lovelies! Do you have anything planned?

A Love Note to You, My Readers

I heart you gals. No seriously, I do. 

I love reading your comments. 

I love when you say hi or 

tell me what's new with you. 

You make me smile. 

You keep me up-to-date. 

You share my obsession for books.

You show me pretty things. 

Thank you my readers, just for being you.

A Quote Break From Driving Mr. Dead

"What was the step down from vampire chauffeur? Werewolf walker?

Pedicurist for Bigfoot? I would have to Google that in the morning, I told myself."
- Driving Mr. Dead by Molly Harper

Why You Should See Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

"For fishermen, the only virtues are patience, tolerance, and humility."

I finally saw Salmon Fishing in the Yemen and well it's rather lovely. 

It's clever, sweet, mildly complex, unique, tender, occasionally humorous, 

and has an unconventional romance. The cinematography is beautiful. 

Amr Waked is a terribly handsome and enchanting sheikh. 

I would happily watch it again and highly recommend it. 

Have you read or seen it? I'm seriously considering the novel now.

Click here for Booktalk & More's excellent in-depth review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen.

Saturday in the Country

This is what we did yesterday. We soaked in some country air.

What are you up to this weekend?

{PHOTOGRAPHER CREDIT: TALES OF WHIMSY.COM}

Cover Reveal and Teaser Too: Love's Miracle

"She knocked. Nothing happened.
She listened for sounds within the rustic A-frame cabin. 
“Anybody home?” No answer.

Where was Zanelli? Vinnie had assured her that he’d told his brother they were coming. She turned and scanned the edge of the woods. An eerie silence settled around her. Odd shapes took form in the dark shadows of the redwood forest. Margo shook off the uneasiness and tamped her growing irritation. She wasn’t going to be able to interview Zane if she couldn’t find him. Suddenly, a shrill cry cut through the stillness. Margo stiffened. The cry echoed again and chills raced down her spine. It sounded like an animal in pain. She’d never heard the sound before but sensed it with bloodcurdling certainty. It came from the rear of the cabin."

Love's Miracle will be released in Kindle format in late May. The blog tour for Love’s Miracles is scheduled for May 20th - 31st. Keep an eye on the Seasons of Humility blog for more information in the coming weeks.

What do you think? The cover makes me daydream of owning a rustic cottage for summer vacations.

Click here to learn more about the author Sandra Leesmith.
Click here to learn more about the cover designer Lena Goldfinch.

Buzz Words: Top Ten Tuesday

Today Top Ten Tuesday is about the words that make you immediately want to check out a book.

So tell me which words make you pop, sizzle, and race to your favorite book seller to learn more?