Unique Gift Ideas for Your Wife Based on Her Hobbies and Interests
Frontier Airlines: An Honest Review
Review: Of Shadows and Elves
14 Unique and Non-Touristy Things to Do in Boston
Valentine's Day Gifts for Every Type of Reader
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Unique Gift Ideas for Your Wife Based on Her Hobbies and Interests
Unique Gift Ideas for Your Wife Based on Her Hobbies and Interests

Birthday, anniversary, or just because: no matter the occasion, this guide offers unique gift ideas for your wife or girlfriend based on her hobbies and interests.

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Frontier Airlines: An Honest Review
Frontier Airlines: An Honest Review

Trying to decide if you should book that Frontier Airlines flight? Read my honest review of the budget airline.

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Review: Of Shadows and Elves by Emma Hamm
Review: Of Shadows and Elves by Emma Hamm

The captivating sequel to Of Goblins and Gold.

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14 Unique and Non-Touristy Things to Do in Boston
14 Unique and Non-Touristy Things to Do in Boston

A local’s guide to unique and non-touristy things to do in Boston.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Every Type of Reader
Valentine’s Day Gifts for Every Type of Reader

Is your significant other a book lover, and you aren’t quite sure what to get them for Valentine’s Day? Fear not, I have put together this gift guide, which features recommendations for every type of reader.

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Aviator Fly Straight Jeans Review: American-Made Style and Comfort
Aviator Fly Straight Jeans Review: American-Made Style and Comfort

An honest review of Aviator’s Fly Straight Jeans.

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My Favorite Reads of 2024
My Favorite Reads of 2024

My top four books from 2024.

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7 Essential Clothing Items I Always Pack for Every Trip
7 Essential Clothing Items I Always Pack for Every Trip

Here are my clothing must-haves for travel.

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Best Independent Bookstores in and around Boston, Part 2
Best Independent Bookstores in and around Boston, Part 2

Even more independent bookstores in the Boston area!

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No Waiting Required: 5 Completed Fantasy Trilogies to Dive Into
No Waiting Required: 5 Completed Fantasy Trilogies to Dive Into

Tired of finishing books only to discover that they are the first installment in an unfinished series? If so, then check out these 5 completed fantasy trilogies!

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21 Incredible Things to See and Do in New York City
21 Incredible Things to See and Do in New York City

My list of things to see and do in New York City.

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Review: A Curse of Breath and Blood by K.W. Foster
Review: A Curse of Breath and Blood by K.W. Foster

The first installment in The Mind Breaker series.

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