Caffeinated Bookish Mom

02/06/2026

Current nightstand stack 📚

A little bit of everything right now — cozy, mystery, and a couple I’ve just barely started. I’m still in the “getting to know you” phase with most of these, so no strong opinions yet… just enjoying the quiet moments when I can read a few pages before bed.

One of the things that has been working lately is to dedicate 10 minutes to reading just before I turn off the light. It's been a great way to calm my mind at night!

This season of reading looks like slow progress, multiple bookmarks, and reading whatever fits the day — and honestly, that’s okay. A reading life has to fit a full life.

What’s currently on your nightstand?

01/10/2026

This has been the perfect weekend read! I’m loving the Alaskan winter setting, the teacher vibes, and all the Jesus conversations!

12/28/2025

Of all the books I've read this year, not a single one can compare to this. The greatest story ever told, written by the greatest Author of all stories. His love for His people cannot be contained.

Jesus. It's all about Jesus. I am so thankful that He is still writing my story.

12/27/2025

2025 was a good reading year! I was a little surprised to see how many of my top-rated books were middle grade and YA! This year’s favorites include romance, YA, novel-in-verse, dystopian, and cozy fantasy!

All of these books are closed-door. For a full list (with all content and trigger warnings) sent directly to your inbox, comment BEST!

So thankful for these incredible authors who write such amazing stories!



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12/23/2025

Everyone thinks about books just a little differently. A 5-star read for me might not mean the same as a 5-star read for you. I think it's important to know what a reviewer is looking at before taking their review into consideration for your own reading choices.

Here's a breakdown of what you can expect from Caffeinated Bookish Mom!

12/22/2025

One Foggy Christmas

Closed-door romance

This was the saddest love story, but it was oh-so-beautiful!

Sadie and Nash have a love that is off the charts in chemistry and connection. But when a ski accident leaves her without her memory, everything changes. Nash sets out to win back his wife, and to begin to rebuild their life together. Sadie isn't so easy to win back though, especially when she thinks she's still in love with her ex-boyfriend!

I loved this story! I love that it focused on the depth of their love, and not just the first moments. We get to see their first love story, and then see it all unfold again on a deeper level.

You will laugh and cry. You will root for Sadie and Nash from beginning to end!

11/26/2025

Oh goodness, this was delightful! I was grinning the whole time!

Magnolia is a 911 dispatcher. Collin is a police officer. She’s escaping a horrible relationship. He’s focused on the job. But when he needs a wife to propel his reputation for an upcoming sheriff’s election, she thinks it might offer her some security from her stalker ex. Neither one expected that those fake dates would turn into something much, much deeper.

Seriously, I loved this. I loved the goofy little pet names. I loved his protective instincts. I loved the sister bond. Magnolia and Collin had alllll the chemistry. This is a super fun enemies-to-lovers romance free of language and spice.

This is book 2 in the series, but could be read as a stand alone. If you liked the Mapleton series, you should love this! Her cozy mystery series is also fantastic! I’m convinced can do no wrong!

Link in the comments! Also available in Kindle Unlimited!

10/13/2025

What is your current reading mood? I am totally embracing spooky season with all the cozy and atmospheric reads! I'm about to start Premonition at Withers Farm.

Share yours and tag me so I can see, and leave a comment with your current read!

10/05/2025

Yes! It's me!

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08/31/2025

I want to say "sometimes," but I know it's "all the time." "Sometimes" Bookstagram adds books to my TBR more quickly than I can read them! Here are a few that I added this week! We've got fantasy, thrillers, and romance on the menu.

What's the most recent book you added to your online TBR?

08/06/2025

Yet another delightful addition to Jonathan Island! Meet Me at Sunset Cove had all the cozy fall vibes with a dash of HGTV. It's available now in KU!

07/31/2025

BOOK REVIEW
Never Till Now
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Jensen and Callie begrudgingly agree to a blind date photo shoot. They didn't expect sparks to fly. They also didn't expect the photos to go viral! They try to resist the chemistry, but as they begin to process their own past hurts, they realize there might be more to that chemistry than just sparks.

Y'all... this is what closed door romance should be! It has alllll the sizzle. All the chemistry. There is just a firmly closed door for the reader. The characters had to process some very real hurt, emotions, and past demons. They are flawed humans, but opened themselves to connection and vulnerability. I loved it all!

I love that this is written by a teacher. I love that she wanted to keep it closed door out of respect for her students. I love that she was open about her own insecurities when it came to this story. I not only loved the story, but her story behind the story.

Please write more !!!