Happy BOOK BIRTHDAY wishes to... PRIDE COMES BEFORE A FALL by Virginia Heath!

Why hello there! 👋 

Nice to see you again.

Welcome back to Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers. Today's BOOK BIRTHDAY post features the latest addition to the Miss Prentice’s Protegees series by author Virginia Heath via St. Martin's Griffin, and if you don't recognize that name by now, you're probably new around here. Don't worry, I'll catch you up 😉...

From the publisher...

Despite his many responsibilities, there is nothing Leopold Sloane, the 11th Duke of Debden, takes more seriously than the safety of those he loves. When one of his sisters is injured at a protest rally, he drags his family to Bath for the summer to keep his reckless and rebellious siblings out of harm’s way. The only flaw in his plan is his overwhelming but inexplicable attraction to the new chaperone he has hired to watch out for them. An outspoken conundrum of a woman who soon causes him more trouble than both his sisters combined...but who calls to his soul regardless.

From the moment Portia Kendall read her first revolutionary pamphlet beneath her bedcovers at Miss Prentice’s School for Girls, she realized that her true calling was to make the world a fairer place for the masses downtrodden by the aristocracy. A calling that led her to Equitas, a radical newspaper that champions reform. But as Portia discovers, writing doesn’t pay the bills. To make a living, she must push aside her principles and serve the very people she criticizes weekly in her column. A temporary position as a chaperone in the home of a pompous duke seems like the perfect way to earn enough to follow her heart. Unfortunately, the duke who hires her seems to be more dashing and noble than pompous and soon begins to call to her heart too—as much as she tries to deny it. But dare she risk her principles for love or will her pride always come before a fall?

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FROM ME...

I know, I know, I'm a broken record on this topic, IT BARES REPEATING...

THIS IS ONE OF MY AUTO BUY AUTHORS! 🙌

 I love her characters, her storylines, the wit and wisdom she pours into every corner of her works. Leopold means well, but protection to some is overbearing to others... and he never counted on that added buffer he was adding for his sisters being someone his own intentions might grow to include. Portia sets out with good and noble intentions herself, but soon her righteous quest is sidetracked by the truth beneath the pomp and circumstance, leading her to contemplate which takes priority...her goals, or her heart. ❤️ I tell you, fair readers, you're in for a treat as these two clash, but eventually find their way to deliver that happy ending we do desire. *sigh* 

So HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY to the latest addition to her catalog and the third FABULOUS installment of the MISS PRENTICE'S PROTEGEES series! (*WOOT WOOT*) If you're a Historical Fiction fan, you do not want to miss this one, let alone the rest of the series... available now via St Martin's Griffin. 

Special thanks to the publisher for eARC access via NetGalley. (THANKS!) Be sure to snag your copy today wherever books are sold...or, if you're like me, await your preorder to arrive in your mailbox 📬... anxiously, but excited 😊!

Until next time, if it looks good...READ IT!

RB Listening Circle: #RESORT CRUSH by Samantha Chase, Published by Dreamscape - REVIEW!

Hi readers!

Time for another bookish escape, and today's selection is a digital Audiobook that felt like the perfect summer escape...

#Resort Crush

Lakeview Harbor Resort, Book 4

by

Samantha Chase

Publisher: Dreamscape Media

About the book...

A small town, opposites attract, workplace romance from NY Times Best Selling Author Samantha Chase.

He lives by schedules, spreadsheet and always knowing what’s next.

She lives for trails, takeoffs, and the thrill of what comes next.

Nora Wilder is always looking for her next thrill, so when she lands a job as an adventure guide at the Lakeview Harbor Resort, it finally feels like she’s found a place where she belongs. Except what seemed like a dream job quickly goes south after a series of run-ins with one of the resort’s owners threatens the future she’s building.

Investing in the resort where he met his closest friends made perfect sense to Milo Keene. But for someone who lives for spreadsheets, participating in any of the resort’s outdoor activities is more than a little outside his comfort zone. And that’s not even counting the resort’s newest adventure guide who seems determined to terrorize him.

Milo’s survival instincts are screaming at him to stay away from Nora. But when she unexpectedly comes to his rescue—and Milo admits that he maybe, possibly has feelings for her—what started as a crush might turn into the adventure neither saw coming.

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Opposites attract INDEED in this FUN-tabulous read from author Samantha Chase. I got a chance to listen to it via my participation in the RB Listening Circle (thank you RB Media Team!), and let me tell you it was a BLAST!

The narrator puts you right there in the moment with all the feels, all the miscommunication, all the anticipation (*wink wink*), and all the best yet to come moments that the author created. You feel like you're dancing on air from chapter to chapter because you're right on point; there's never a question as to whom is speaking, nor chance of getting lost in the story. I loved Nora and Milo equally, even when their start was more than a little rocky. Seriously, between the drone incident, the water ski washout, and the dunk in the lake...I didn't know whether to gasp or giggle! It was too much, but only in the best ways possible, and it only went up from there.

All in all, a GREAT STORY with WONDERFUL CHARACTERS, and enough heart to carry you through. I'm definitely gonna have to check out more of the series, but it read perfectly well on its own as well, so don't be afraid to take the plunge!

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Special thanks to the RB Media team for the audiobook to listen and share with you. (THANKS!) For more information, click on through the links above, and be sure to snag your copy to experience it for yourself!

Until next time, if it looks good, READ (or listen to) IT!

CAMP NETGALLEY: Fancy Dogs by Tini Malina, translated by Tammi Reichel - REVIEW!

Hi there readers!

Welcome back to another day here at Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers. While they posts on my site are a little more scant this year, I'm much more active over on Instagram, so be sure to follow along for more adventures! That being said... today's post is a little HERE and a little there, but a whole lot of bookish fun! 

Have you heard of it?

Have you ever been?

Okay, so it's not a place you go, but a thing you do online with other bookish fans, and it totally rocks.  Here's the skinny from the source...

How to Participate in Camp NetGalley

July 13 – July 27

Select a Read Now book from the Camp NetGalley carousel. You must download the book before July 27.

July 28 – August 13

Read your selected book and begin to write your review. Use our review tips below for assistance!

August 13

Submit the review by this date to earn the 2026 Camp NetGalley badge for your NetGalley Profile.

SOUNDS FUN, RIGHT?

WELL, HERE'S MY FIRST TITLE TO KICK IT OFF BECAUSE I SERIOUSLY PLAN ON TRYING TO DO AT LEAST ONE, IF NOT TWO MORE!

Fancy Dogs

by

Tini Malina

Translated by Tammi Reichel

NorthSouth Books

Release Date: October 6th, 2026

This charming Picture Book for readers of all ages has appeal for dog lovers across the board... whether your pup is fancy or not! Through simple yet charming illustrations, and a limited, but bright color palette, this canine companion is brought to life in all the magical versions of himself. From prim and proper traffic stopper to shoe chewing mud puppy, it reminds us that EVERY pup has multiple sides to their spunk and spark which makes them truly AMAZING... and not unlike PEOPLE.

No pupper, nor human, is all one thing or another. We're multifaceted, layered, and always able to surprise. My Maddy is a sweetheart. She wears dresses and pj's, will politely alert when someone or something is at the door...BUT... she'll also roll in the grass if she finds a spot she especially loves regardless of her outfit, and chew and unattended cord (out of the blue... that's been in the same spot for 2 years 🙄).

The point is puppers (and people) and made up of all sorts of feelings, colors, and whatnot. Even the fancy pup likes to get out in the muck, while the outdoors loving pupper may be in love with a bath and a good snuggle. One must not judge purely on looks alone. You've got to give others a chance to truly SHINE 🌟 and show you their true rainbow 🌈 of colors because that's what makes them who they are, and THAT'S BEAUTIFUL, fancy or not.

Special thanks to NorthSouth Books, Inc for making this eARC available during the 2026 Camp NetGalley event. (THANKS) For more information on this title, be sure to stop by their site, or seek it out at your favorite online retailers for preorder in advance of its October 6th, 2026 book birthday!

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

Happy BOOK BIRTHDAY to...WILLA AND THE WAY HOME by Jennifer Moorman, Illustrated by Julianne St. Claire - REVIEW!

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Today's the day!

WILLA AND THE WAY HOME by Jennifer Moorman, Illustrated by Julianne St. Claire, is NOW AVAILABLE for you and yours to make your own!

ABOUT THE BOOK...

Meet Willa-a wiggly, floppy-eared German shepherd puppy with paws the size of pancakes, a heart as big as her bark, and a knack for big adventures!

In this heartwarming dog picture book for kids ages 4-8, moving day takes a surprising turn when Willa chases a butterfly straight out of the backyard...and gets lost in her brand-new neighborhood. What follows is a puppy adventure story about bravery, friendship, and finding your way home.

With the help of Rudy the cardinal and Pumpkin the cat, Willa learns that being brave doesn't mean doing everything alone. Sometimes bravery means asking for help and trusting that friends will guide you back where you belong.

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This DARLING story filled to the brim with MAGICAL illustrations (seriously stunning!) introduces us to sweet little Willa as she makes herself at home with her forever family...but they are embarking on a new adventure with her when the unthinkable happens... she gets lost! 😔 What's a puppy to do? She learns quickly that even a scary situation can be made less so when you ASK for help, and make some new FRIENDS. 🧡 With a little help from above (high flying help!) and below (a striped fur friend in the making!), Willa is on her way to a sweet reunion indeed.

It's a tender tale with a guaranteed happy ending that let's little ones know we all need a little help from time to time and making friends can be as easy as taking that first step and saying hello, or in this case, can you help me! Readers will fall in love with this adorable pup and her new friends, and the gorgeous artwork will make your heart soar. A great add to any library for story time or bed time reading

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About the author...

Jennifer Moorman is a USA TODAY bestselling author known for her heart-forward stories filled with Southern charm, unforgettable characters, and a touch of everyday magic. Her novels include The Charmed Library, The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds, The Magic All Around, and the beloved Mystic Water Series. Her creative work also includes folklore retellings and the Strawberry Shortcake children’s books.

When she’s not writing, you’ll likely find her testing a new recipe, chasing rainbows, or stargazing. Jennifer lives in a magic house in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Special thanks to author Jennifer Moorman for the eARC for review, and the chance to be a part of the Magical Readers team. (THANKS!) 🌼 Catch Willa's adventure, available now at your favorite online retailers! https://a.co/d/052CsoX9

For more info, click on over to Goodreads. 

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!