Because a good book is even better with chocolate.
Just one more chapter.
Famous last words, especially when there’s chocolate within reach.
I’ve always believed that good books are meant to be shared, preferably with a comfortable chair and something sweet nearby. From familiar favorites to unexpected finds, these are books and authors that have given me something to enjoy, something to think about, or simply a good reason to stay up past bedtime.
The chocolate is optional, of course. But highly recommended.
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Books & Chocolate Archive
Books and Chocolate-October 2026
How about a great ghost story for October?
Books and Chocolate-September 2026
Summer reading gives way to some excitement for autumn!
Books and Chocolate~ August 2026
Deep in summer heat, a gentle cozy is just what the doctor ordered. Check this one out.
Books and Chocolate-July 2026
Last month was Book Disappointment Month. Things got much better this month with a quirky, funny, recommendation from my quirky, funny son.
Books and Chocolate-June 2026
Sadly, this has been book disappointment month.
Books and Chocolate-May 2026
Well, it looks like Ruby, the bookwrym is here to stay. So she’s going to be having her share of the conversation as we chat about some of the books I’ve been reading.
Books and Chocolate~April 2026
Planning some vacation time soon has got me thinking of travel and books with travel and adventure. Here’s one with dragons that I think you will enjoy. Just so you know, links below are Amazon associate links, so if you buy anything through them, I will get a couple of pennies from that. A Natural…
Books and Chocolate~ March 2026
We’re heading into spring, so a little bit of mercenary mayhem seems it order, doesn’t it?
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Meanwhile, On My Side of the Bookshelf…
Of course, I have a few books of my own to share. If you enjoy historical adventures, a little magic, and characters with character, you might find something to your liking.