For our #BookstravaganzaHomecoming series, we asked our authors about a few of their favorite things. Here are a few drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) that Lisa Unger recommends inspired by scenes from her latest novel Last Girl Ghosted. When Wren and Bailey first meet, he takes her to a local coffee shop and Wren orders a triple espresso almond milk latte — which is the perfect beverage for someone with a caffeine addiction (read more…)

For our #BookstravaganzaHomecoming series, we asked our authors about a few of their favorite things. Here is Naima Simone’s favorite cocktail recipe, inspired by her novel Christmas in Rose Bend. Since CHRISTMAS IN ROSE BEND is—wait for it—a holiday book, I couldn’t think of a better cocktail to enjoy while reading it than eggnog with Baileys. One word to describe it: Yuuuum. And yes, I’m definitely speaking from experience. In (read more…)

For our #BookstravaganzaHomecoming series, we asked our authors about a few of their favorite things. Here is Viola Shipman, aka Wade Rouse’s, favorite cocktail recipe and favorite wine from a winery in Michigan where his novel The Secret of Snow is set. Since The Secret of Snow is not only set in Michigan but is also a holiday novel, I’m giving two options. First is a wonderful Michigan wine and (read more…)

For our #BookstravaganzaHomecoming series, we asked our authors about a few of their favorite things. Here is Jacquelyn Mitchard’s favorite cocktail recipe. Last month we asked our authors about their favorite home rituals, this month we look at their favorite cocktail (or mocktail) recipes, and because it’s almost Halloween, we thought it would be fun to do a classic Halloween candy and drink pairing. First up is Jacquelyn Mitchard, who shares (read more…)

For our #BookstravaganzaHomecoming series, we asked our authors about a few of their favorite things. Here are Naima Simone’s favorite home rituals. One thing you’d find out about me after about five minutes of conversation? I’m a reality TV junkie. Unashamedly. If it’s crazy, ratched or weird, chances are, I’m watching it. One of my favorite shows is 90 Day Fiancé, and you can guarantee that every Sunday night at (read more…)