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News

Another difficult week for my dad. He was moved to rehab and that isn’t going well. I am worried about him and it has definitely affected my week for the worse. He is talking now and seems to be there now. But he’s been through a lot and improvement isn’t happening fast enough for the insurance company. He’s 92 and needs time to recover but they want to see things happen now. They found a blood clot in his right arm. He’s not able to use that arm due to pain. I’m really hoping the insurance company will take that into account and let him stay in rehab longer.

Monday, I go back to work. A week of teacher meetings before school starting August 12th. The change in my schedule will also be hard on dad.

What I read this week

Not a lot of reading this week. Still reading A Bodyguard Affair. Not that the book isn’t good, my life is just not lending itself to reading.

From the Blog this week

All the Way to the Moon by Rose Titus – Excerpt & Giveaway

All the Way to the MoonRose Titus(The Vampire Next Door, #3)Publication date: April 3rd 2018Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Romance An innocent girl, a vampire, an old lady, a ghost, and a werewolf must combine their talents to defeat an evil billionaire and his hired professional killer… In Night Home: the Vampire Next Door Book 1, the…

One Leg on Earth by ‘Pemi Aguda – Excerpt & Giveaway

One Leg on Earth‘Pemi AgudaPublication date: May 5th 2026Genres: Adult, Horror, Occult Fiction, Thriller From the author of the National Book Award finalist Ghostroots, a debut novel that thrills with its eerie mix of folklore and history. Something is haunting the pregnant women of Lagos. Across the city, they are walking into water . .…

Immortality Island by Nikki Jefford – Excerpt & Giveaway

Immortality IslandNikki JeffordPublication date: July 21st 2026Genres: Fantasy, New Adult, Paranormal, Romance Survivor meets Fear Factor in this romantic fantasy filled with magic, vampires, and enemies-to-lovers adventure. Hunting her was meant to be easy . . . until desire got in the way. Twenty human spellcasters. One deadly island. Four cutthroat vampire masters. Only one…

Additional Giveaways

Never Been Shipped by Alicia Thompson

It Takes A Psychic by Jayne Castle

The Road to Gretna by Suleena Bibra

New Books this week

I pre-ordered the audio for these books and they become available this week.

I pre-ordered the hardback of this book with the updated cover and it arrived this week.

Book cover of 'The Ever King' by LJ Andrews, featuring a decorative sword and an enchanting green background. The title is prominently displayed at the top.
What’s new on your shelf? Hope you had a great week!


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9 responses to “Stacking the Shelves 8-2-25”

  1. Jodie | That Happy Reader Avatar

    I’m sorry to hear about your Dad and the insurance issues as well. I know the pain of having to work while being worried about love ones so please take care.

  2. agreatreviewer Avatar
    agreatreviewer

    Sorry to hear your dad still isn’t doing well. Keeping you guys in my thoughts!

    Nice new reads! I keep coming back around to Dire Bound and The Ever King! Need to mark these on my list for when I see sales and such! Lol ! Arcana Academy made my TBR pile last week! Hope you enjoy all of your lovely new reads!

    My StS will be up tomorrow, stop by then if you can!

    Have a GREAT day!

    Old Follower 🙂

  3. Emily Jane Avatar

    Sending love to your dad.

    Those insurance companies sound awful. We are so lucky with the NHS here.

    I hope that school goes well. We have just started our holidays (well this is the second week – I think – time just vanishes!) my son will go back the first week of September.

    Enjoy your books as and when you get to read them.

  4. Cindy Davis Avatar

    I’m sorry to hear that your dad still isn’t doing well. It is so hard when our parents have health issues. I hope you enjoy your new books when you get time to read them.

  5. shanaqui Avatar

    Oof, it’s awful that the insurance company want things to hurry. Sometimes they just take time. I hope he recovers fast and well — for his sake, and yours!

    Hope you enjoy your new books, when you get a chance to read them.

  6. buffywnabe Avatar

    Insurance is so frustrating when they don’t take things into account like the patient’s age, etc. I hope that things can start to turn around for him this week. I understand the not being able to read when your brain is dealing with things like this. You did get some good books this week! Ugh, your school starts back on the 12th? We at least get until the 20th before students come back for us. Even if I’m already back since last Tuesday. Sending positive vibes and prayers for your family!
    https://lisalovesliterature.bookblog.io/2025/08/03/weekly-wrap-up-236-august-3rd-2025/

  7. Jinjer Avatar

    The insurance is so awful! I remember the hospital telling me my mom HAD to do her PT after her hip surgery, even though she was 90 and sick as a dog because otherwise insurance wouldn’t pay for the PT. All the best to your dad!

  8. Veros Avatar

    I am sorry to hear your father and you had a rough week, it’s so horrible how insurance companies don’t care about anyone 🙁 . I hope he’s able to stay in rehab as he needs. & good luck with back to work. I keep hearing great things about Arcana Academy, I want to read it too! 🙂
    https://darkshelfofwonders.com/its-monday-lets-catch-up-%e2%94%827/

  9. Tracy Nocon Avatar

    So sorry to hear about your dad’s tough week. Hope he recovers soon. Do take care dear.

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