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The Plott Hound chased me down a Research Rabbit Hole

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 13, 2024 by Maria GraceFebruary 13, 2024

A trip to the shelter to adopt a dog leads to a deep dive down the research rabbit hole.

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Books and Chocolate-Feb 2024

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 6, 2024 by Maria GraceJanuary 31, 2025

In a sea of just OK books, these stood out for me.

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Sneak Peek into the Secrets of the Dragon Archives

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 1, 2024 by Maria GraceFebruary 1, 2024

The Secrets of the Dragon Archives, Jane Austen’s Dragons #13 will be coming soon! Here’s a sneak peek to whet your appetite.

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Down the Rabbit Holes of 2023

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on January 30, 2024 by Maria GraceFebruary 13, 2024

It’s inevitable, no matter what, I fall into research rabbit holes. I won’t lie, I kinda love them.

Not just because they satisfy my inner nerd’s desire for interesting new stuff to learn, but also because I think it adds a great depth and flavor to my stories.

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Favorite Books of 2023

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on January 26, 2024 by Maria GraceDecember 29, 2023

I started doing ‘Books and Chocolate’ in 2022. It’s been such a fun opportunity (and let’s be honest here, an excuse) to read and share some of my favorite books with you. These were my favorite reads for 2023.

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