Magnolia Mamas
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Everyday Organizing for Busy Moms {Paper Planners}
Monday, July 11, 2022
Book Club: June 2022
We're a little late on this month's book club, but that is only because we are having too much fun this summer! Vacations, trips, camps, and kids home makes for lots of fun, but very little downtime. We've been on a roll with some great books this summer though and can't wait to share!
WHAT WE READ...
CARRIE BETH
I was in love with the story and characters right from the start. I wasn't even finished with it yet, and told all my girlfriends to read it. Even when I turned the last page I still wanted more of the Summers with Percy, Sam and the lake shores of Barry's Bay. Read it - you won't be disappointed!
WHAT'S UP NEXT...
CARRIE BETH
JEN
WHAT DID YOU READ LAST MONTH? ANYTHING YOU LOVED THAT WE SHOULD PUT ON OUR READING LISTS? SHARE WITH US!
BOOK CLUB 2022
| January | February | March | April | May |
BEST BOOKS OF 2021
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Best Books of Summer 2022
BEST BOOKS OF SUMMER 2022
Something Wilder by Christina LaurenSecond chance romance finds a treasure hunt in the wilds of Utah. This author duo does it again with a fun, quick rom-com that will be sure to heat up your summer.
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
Six summers to fall in love. One summer to tear it all apart. Haunting past choices, lake side childhoods, and blooming friendships all come together in one can't miss summer novel. Every Summer After has been gaining buzz everywhere and has quickly become a fan favorite one of book reviewers everywhere - not one to miss!
The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager
A psychological suspense set amongst the lakeside magic of Vermont. Casey chooses to escape to avoid the press, and quickly becomes entangled with the "perfect" couple from across the lake. As she looks further she realizes not everything is as perfect as it seems.
Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen
Designer handbags meets comedic mystery. Two Asian women team up to create the ultimate fake handbag scheme. When their business goes global their beautiful handbags catch more than just their eye of their buyers.
Gilt by Jamie Brenner
Meet the Pavlin family - the original jewelers of the engagement ring. Family secrets, hidden pasts, and sparkling glamour come together in one rich novel.
One of the most buzzed about beach reads of the summer, Henry delivers another must-read rom-com. Two rivals in the book world find themselves trapped in the same small town in North Carolina. By chance they land the same project. Can they survive in one piece? Find out in this laugh out loud must read!
The Lost Summers of Newport by Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig, and Karen White
Murder, lies, and mansions all come together in this historical fiction novel set in Newport, Rhode Island. Secrets spanning over 100 years all come together for a modern day must read!
The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark
One wronged woman decides to take matters into her own hands for redemption. She is determined to expose the con-artist who ruined her life a decade earlier, until she becomes entangled even deeper with him. Was she wrong all along?
Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
TJR brings back a past character for their own tale. Carrie Soto is a world famous tennis player on the backside of retirement age. As someone comes along to take her top titles and records, she's looking for one last win in this can't put down tale.
By the Book by Jasmine Guillory
Overworked and underpaid, Isabelle decides to leap at an opportunity to prove herself once and for all. Only once she digs further into the situation she realizes more than just her job is at stake. Her heart might be just as on the chopping block.
Out of the Clear Blue Sky by Kristin Higgins
Lillie is both dreading and looking forward to the next phase of her life. When her empty-nester dreams are thrown for a loop by her husband, she gets angry. From one laugh out loud scene to the next, you fall in love with Lillie and her new life.
Meant to Be by Emily Griffin
A loose spin on the romance between JFK, Jr. and his romance with Carolyn Bessette. The story takes a look at their relationship, their travels together, their differing backgrounds, and a family curse.
The Dead Romantics by Emily Poston
A ghost writer finds herself back home facing ghosts of her own past. And maybe a special new one or two. This hilarious debut novel has been announced as a Good Morning America Book Club read and as a Barnes and Noble Read. In short - not one to miss!
The Edge of Summer by Viola Shipman
Set along the shores of Lake Michigan, Sutton sets along a journey to find out clues to her secretive mother's past. As she digs deeper, she finds answers to more than just questions about her mom.
Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand
When a developer decides to renovate the infamous Hotel Nantucket, he only wants the best. He goes above and beyond when it comes to cost and hiring the right staff. But without ever stepping foot in the building or meeting in person anyone. In this behind the scenes look at resort lifestyle, luxury, and what it takes to "make it", you find yourself immersed in both the drama of the present and a spicy story of the past.
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan
When a script writer turns to her own life for inspiration, she gets more than she bargains for. Namely in the form of her own home being the star of the show. Comedy meets heartwarming in this fun beach bag worthy novel.
Privacy by Nina Sandowsky
In this psychological thriller meets romantic suspense, a therapist learns that their clients are being being watched. As things escalate and cryptic messages are received, the media gets a hold of the story. In the frenzy the therapist partners with an unlikely alley only to learn the target on her back becomes larger.
Weddings always bring out the best in everyone right? In this novel, a beloved Cape Cod house gets one last blast when Sarah's 22 year old step-daughter announces she is marrying her pandemic boyfriend. Secrets emerge, wedding hiccups are a plenty, and families will never be the same.
From the Jump by Lacie Waldon
Liz is overworked and tired of missing out on life. She decides to take matters into her own hands when quits everything to meet up with friends of hers in South Africa. But one friend might change it all. And if they go back to their normal lives, will everything she worked for disappear?
It Girl by Ruth Ware
A decade old murder at Oxford University suddenly doesn't add up. Revisiting old facts, sometimes you learn the guilty might not have been guilty at all. If you are looking for a page turning thriller to throw in your beach bag - this is it!
The Homewreckers by Mary Kay Andrews
The queen of beach reads delivers all of our favorites in one fun novel. HGTV, romance, and murder mysteries take center stage in this can't put down whodunit. Demo day will never be the same.
DO YOU HAVE A BOOK YOU CAN'T WAIT TO READ THIS SUMMER? WHICH ONES TOP YOUR LIST? SHARE WITH US!
BOOK CLUB 2022
| January | February | March | April | May |
BEST BOOKS OF 2021
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Serena & Lily Outdoor Dupes
We love decorating our outdoor spaces. They are an extension of our homes. We also covet the cool, calm coastal vibes of Serena & Lily. But Southern summers can be harsh on outdoor furniture and accessories. So while Serena & Lily items last forever, we also get super excited when we spot something in the wild that is a great dupe for less money!
We were astonished to find one of our favorite outdoor sets of the season is from Walmart! It's a great dupe for a very similar (and more expensive) set from Serena and Lily. But at less than a fifth of the price!
Digging a little deeper, Walmart was giving us some major S&L inspo. Here is just a quick peek at some of our outdoor porch decor favorites.