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Monday, December 26, 2022

12 Days of Christmas Book Tag {day 2}



 


On the second day of Christmas, my true love sent to me: two turtle doves

Love is in the air!

Who is your one true pairing?
Ben and Kaylee from Vegas Aces: The Tight End



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Sunday, December 25, 2022

12 Days of Christmas Book Tag {day 1}



 

On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me: a partridge in a pear tree.

The partridge stood alone in the pear tree.

What was your favorite stand alone?

This is so difficult as I don't read a lot of stand alone books. I mean I guess the majority of the series I read could be considered stand alone books as the story doesn't carry over. Yet at the same time I consider it a series, and the books are just interconnected.

BUT...I flipped through my 2022 list of books read, and found a couple. Yes, I'm choosing them both. They are very different as one is contemporary fiction, and the other is a comic that covers the artist's real life experiences.

So my favorite stand alone books of 2022 are:

If This Gets Out
by Sophie Gonzales & Cale Dietrich


Everything is Ok
by Debbie Tung


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Friday, December 2, 2022

Bookish Q&A {Bookmas}


It's time for a bookish q&a! Where possible, my goal is to keep my answers to books I've read in 2022. There are a couple that will be from previous years, but since Bookmas is a chance to look back at the year, I feel it's best to give as current of answers as possible. Should you choose to answer these prompts, you can answer however you would prefer. (obviously)

Currently Reading


Last Book Read

A Greene Family Christmas by Piper Rayne

Favorite Book or Series

Um...I can't answer this! Choosing a favorite is too difficult. So I'll provide my current favorite series:
Totally Pucked by Maren Moore
Gold Hockey by Elise Faber
Tennessee Thunderbolts by Gina Azzi
The Edge by Kristin Turnage


An author I always recommend

Aven Ellis
She has so many different options within the romance genre. Looking for a royal romance series? Modern Royals. Looking for a hockey series? Aven has 3! How about baseball? Yep, the DC Soaring Eagles! Then there's her business romances in the British Isles series. They are all wonderful. She also has a soccer/football romance series starting up in 2023!

A book/series I DNF'd

One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
I had loved Red White and Royal Blue, so I was excited to see how this book would be. It wasn't what I wanted, and I don't think I'll revisit.

A fictional place I'd like to visit

Oaks North Carolina
(aka the setting for The Edge series)

An OTP I love

Parker and Cooper
(Something So Right by Natasha Madison is their story, but they make appearances in many other books in the various hockey romance series.)

Favorite book cover owned

This is a difficult one for me as I don't tend to buy the book for the cover, I buy it for the story. If I must choose, I'm going with:

Everything is Ok by Debbie Tung


I love Debbie's art and storytelling. It is all so relatable for me.



Last disappointing read

Lukas, Sometimes by Tempest Phan
I found it really difficult to get invested in the story, and I didn't care for the characters.

A trope I love to see

Brother's Best Friend, or any iteration of that. It's one of my top 3 for a reason!

A trope I can't stand

This is a hard one for me. But I think I'd have to say cheating. I've read one book with that as a trope, and I wasn't a fan.


A fictional character that reminds me of myself

I have two that came to mind.
Holly Johannson from On Thin Ice by Aven Ellis and Jaye Jenkins from Compassion by Xavier Neal.

A highly anticipated book/series release

Made For series from Natasha Madison
How can I not? It's another hockey romance series that ties in with all the others. I HAVE TO READ THEM!

On my TBR

Too many books to even think about. My December Anticipated Reads post sums up my TBR for the month.

My comfort read


I haven't re-read this one yet in 2022, but I just love everything about this book.

A favorite side character

Miko from The Bennett Duet by Xavier Neal
I know this duet was from late 2020/early 2021, but I am still crossing all the crossables that Miko will get a book. If I can't have a full length novel, I'll settle for a novella. Just no short story please, I can't handle that teasing.

My favorite book to tv/movie adaptation

Hunger Games
I know, I know, that was a while ago. But I just loved how the action was brought to life, and I was fully invested. (note to self: rebuy this series!)

A villain I love to hate

If you've read any of the Vegas Aces series, then you know who Savannah is. She's pretty much the worst.

My favorite reading spot

It's a toss up between my comfy chair, and my bed. But I'm going to go with bed. After all that's where the majority of my reading takes place each night.

Latest book purchase or haul

I honestly haven't purchased anything recently. I have downloaded some freebies, but nothing else. I'm trying to hold off for Christmas, as people want gift ideas.

Longest book read



This was in 2021, but I don't know when I'll top 806 pages.

Shortest book read

The Crash by Skye Warren & Amelia Wilde


My bookish goals for 2023

Read 150 books
Restart my Instagram/Bookstagram (and figure out Reels)
Continue to review books







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Thursday, December 1, 2022

Dashing Through The Snow book tag {Bookmas}



I am once again participating in BOOKMAS! So you can expect a non-review post each weekday leading up to Christmas. Then starting December 25 through January 5, I will be posting the 12 days of Christmas tag. To me it sounds like the perfect way to end 2022. There will still be review posts going up, but these non-review posts are just for fun, and also a way to recap the year.

Let's start BOOKMAS off with a book tag! I found this Dashing Through the Snow tag over on ZeZee with Books blog (courtesy of a google search), and according to ZeZee this tag comes from Astra at A Stranger's Guide to Novels.

When I read the questions for this book tag, I knew I had to participate. Without further ado, here are my answers.

Monday, July 11, 2022

Mid Year Freak Out {book tag}




We are somehow half way through 2022. I'm not liking how quickly this year is flying by, and I would greatly appreciate it if time would slow down. You know except for when I am excited for a book to be released, as then I want it immediately.

Since it is halfway through the year, that means it is time for the Mid Year Freak Out book tag. If you've been around any bookish social media, then chances are you're familiar with this tag. I know I've noticed content on bookstagram, booktube, and book blogs. I haven't noticed it going around booktok, but it very well could be. This is my third year participating in the book tag. Here are the links for my 2020 and 2021 answers, if you'd like to read.


Thank you for taking time to read my mid year freakout. I greatly appreciate it.
Laura



Now let's get to the Q&A part of the mid year freakout!

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Joy of Christmas {book tag}


Today I am participating in the Joy of Christmas book tag that was created by Samantha at Novels and Nonsense. I stumbled across the tag when a google search led me to Erin's post at The Book Nut.

Let's jump into these 8 questions!

Friday, December 10, 2021

12 Days of Christmas {book tag}


As I was preparing for my first ever Bookmas (blogmas), I fully admit that I did a google search for seasonal book tags. That search lead me to Zezee with Books blog, and this 12 days of Christmas tag. The tag was originally posted on the Falling Down the Book Hole blog back in 2014.

Well I've decided to participate.Thankfully tags like this can be timeless, so we can over look the fact that I'm sharing a tag from 7 years ago.

Before we start, a quick note: my answers will only take into consideration the books that I've read in 2021.

Let's do this!

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Mid Year Freakout {book tag}

 


It's time for the 2021 mid year freakout book tag!

That's right my fellow readers, it is that time of year where book bloggers, booktubers, bookstagrammers, and booktok-ers all reflect back on the first half of the year. This tag was originally created by Megan Olivier over on youtube, and 2020 was my first year participating in the tag. If you'd like, you can read my 2020 Mid Year Freakout here.

From the few videos I've watch on youtube (booktube), it looks like people are leaving out the quantity of books read. Which is fine because everyone reads different amounts, but I like to look back and see my mid-way point. So you'll see me include that here in my freakout.

I'd love to know your favorite book of the year, most anticipated for the second half, what book you has a beautiful cover, and anything else book related that you'd like to share! So please comment below.

Thank you for taking time to read my mid year freakout. I greatly appreciate it.
Laura


Now let's get to the Q&A part of the mid year freakout!

1) How many books have you read so far?

As of today (June 30), I have read 154 books! And so many of them have been new releases. It's been wonderful. Can I keep up this pace? I don't know. I guess only time will tell.

Also my 2021 number is right on par with 2020, so that's kind of neat.

Yes, I know 154 books is a lot. I read a lot. It's my only hobby, and my nose is frequently in my kindle. Plus I think I tend to read quickly. Especially if the book captures my attention.

If you'd like to see all of the books that I have read in 2021, head over to my Goodreads!

2) Favorite books of 2021

In no particular order...

Driven by K. Bromberg
Fragile Things by Samantha Lovelock
The Edge of Happiness by Kristin Turnage
Balls to the Wall by April Canavan
Dirt Queen by Nora Blake

3) Favorite Sequels of 2021

Boots on the Ground by April Canavan



Fractured Things by Samantha Lovelock



Southern Heart by Natasha Madison




4) New Releases I haven't read, but want to


   

   


5) Most anticipated releases for the second half of 2021

This list could be extremely long, so I'll just go with these few:

Love Next Door by Helena Hunting (7/27)
When Sparks Fly by Helena Hunting (9/21)
Pitch to Palace by Aven Ellis (8/25)
Making Spirits Bright by Aven Ellis (December)
Wild Mistake by Kim Loraine (7/26)
Ruthless Noble by Alley Ciz (7/10)
The Defender by Gina Azzi (8/5)

6) Biggest Surprise

Paper Hearts by Brittani Taylor
Saving Us by Wendy Million

7) Biggest Disappointment

Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
I had such high hopes for this one, and it just didn't work out.
I'm convinced it was me that was the problem, as so many others have raved about the book.

8) Favorite New Authors

Samantha Lovelock {website | facebook | instagram}
Gina Azzi {website | facebook | instagram}
Lisa Suzanne {website | facebook | instagram}
April Canavan {website | facebook | instagram}


9) New Fictional Crushes

I blame Samantha Lovelock! 🤣

Poe Halliday, Stella Bradford
Sunday Easton, Payne Emerson


10) New Favorite Characters

Poe Halliday, Stella Bradford, Sunday Easton, Payne Emerson from Folkestone Sins

Remy, Parker, Kennedy, Lincoln, Emma, Dominic from the Birch Police Department

11) Book that made you cry

Dirt Queen by Nora Blake.



This book wrecked me, and I was UGLY crying. It's based on a true story, and my heart still has not recovered.


12) Book that made you happy

Decidedly with Wishes by Stina Lindenblatt

It's all because of Nala, and the passions she has for the dresses she is creating for these amazing young ladies, all while taking into account the special care that is needed.



13) Favorite Book to Film adaptation

I haven't read any book to film/tv adaptations yet.

Well I did read Driven by K Bromberg, but I haven't watch the show on Passion Flix yet. So I guess I could technically count that?


14) Beautiful Cover

Being someone who reads romance, this is hard. So many of the book covers feature men who are missing their shirts. And while, yes, they can be nice to look at, I wouldn't necessarily call them beautiful. They don't truly stand out. (just my opinion)

The three books that did stand out though are Reel by Kennedy Ryan, Make It Sweet by Kristen Callihan, and Unsteady by Ashley Christin. Kennedy Ryan's cover is just elegant, classy, and gorgeous. It gives off the old Hollywood vibe, which fits with the book. Kristen Callihan and Ashley Christin's covers are easy on the eyes, unique, and also beautiful.






15) What book do you need to read before the end of 2021?

Well technically I don't NEED to read any, but are there a lot that I would like to read? Oh absolutely! I would love to clear out my ARCs by the end of the year. Is that 100% possible? I have no clue. But it's going to be my goal.

Monday, April 26, 2021

Weekly Wrap Up


It's that time again my friends! It's time to talk about the books that I read last week.

Last week was a quiet week here in our household. The only major happening was my oldest turned 14! I'm in denial about this, as well as the fact that he's starting high school in the fall. Time, you need to slow down. Please.

As for this week, well it's my birthday week! And I kicked it off by being selected as a random winner in Xavier Neal's Facebook group. So yay me. I'll be getting some sort of goodie bag from her. As for celebrating, well I did try to convince my husband to take my birthday off from work, but I don't think it's happening. My husband is going to pick up a cake, and it sounds like he's taking the kids out tonight to grab a present.

Okay back to talking about books. What a week it was! OH MY WORD. It was nothing short of phenomenal. I mean on Sunday alone I read 3 books. THREE! Okay yes, one was a novella, but still. Oofta.

Let's talk about my stats. Last week, I read
8 Books
6 were ARCs
1, 848 Pages

My favorite book of the week was Savage Queen by Alley Ciz. This book was so dang good. The fact that it ended on a cliffhanger made me want to throw my kindle. Now I'll just be eagerly anticipating Ruthless Noble which is rumored to be releasing sometime in June 2021.

Now that you know my favorite read, let's go through the books I read. (and yes, they are posted in order.)

1) Bad Crush

by Rebecca Jenshak
Rating: 4 Stars


Bad Crush is the second book in the Campus Nights series by Rebecca Jenshak. It is is a new adult romance, and features many tropes that I love. Such as friends to lovers, fake engagement, and best friend's sibling. Oh, Ethan is also a hockey player, so Bad Crush is a sports romance as well. I loved the setting, loved the characters, I felt a range of emotions while reading, and was not ready for it to be over.

Bad Crush is releasing on April 27, 2021.  Add it to your Goodreads, or preorder on Amazon.


2) Caged

by Elise Faber
Rating: 4 Stars


Caged by Elise Faber is the 11th book in the Gold Hockey series, and I seriously think this might be my favorite. I know. I know. Simply put, Caged gave me everything I want in a romance novel. Add in the fact that it is hockey romance, and that just adds to my love. I want more of Dani and Ethan.

Caged released on April 12, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase it on Amazon.



3) The Best Man

by Lydia Michaels
Rating: 4 Stars
The Best Man by Lydia Michaels is the second book in the Jasper Falls series, and it was fabulous. I know above I said I gave it 4 stars, but in my comments on Goodreads I said 4.5 stars. There was just something about Patrick and Julie that captured my attention. Maybe it was everything Julie went through. Maybe it was the fact that Patrick had loved her for the majority of their lives, and he finally told her. The Best Man was very close to getting five stars from me. So why didn't I? Honestly I just wanted a bit more from the story. At times it felt rushed. So that held me back.

The Best Man releases on April 27, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase on Amazon.


4) Anchored Hearts

by Priscilla Oliveras
Rating: 3 Stars


Anchored Hearts by Priscilla Oliveras is the second book in the Keys to Love series. Above I said 3 stars, and that is what I marked it as on Goodreads, but really I feel it is more of a 3.5 star book. The story was good. Second chance romance is one of my favorite tropes, so I was looking forward to that. Loved the setting, and was intrigued by the characters. That being said, in my mind the focus of the story wasn't so much on the romance between Alejandro and Anamaria, but more so on the strained relationships and the families. I guess I went into the book expecting one thing, and left a bit let down.

Anchored Hearts is releasing on April 27, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase on Amazon.

5) Smolder

by Emma Renshaw
Rating: 4 Stars

Smolder by Emma Renshaw is the fourth, and final, book in the Burn series. This book had me crying in the prologue. Oh that opening gutted me. My heart hasn't quite recovered yet. If you like romance books with a little suspense, then GRAB THIS BOOK! Just prepare yourself to feel all the feelings, and to go on this ride with Makenna and Colt.

Smolder is releasing on April 27, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase on Amazon.

6) Savage Queen

by Alley Ciz
Rating: 4 Stars

Hey look, it's my favorite book of the week! Savage Queen by Alley Ciz is the first book in the Royalty Crew duet, and OH MY WORD. I actually am giving this book 4.5 stars, but you know Goodreads and not being allowed to give half stars. Now, if you've been around, you know that I am a it obsessed with the Folkestone Sins series by Samantha Lovelock. Well, Savage Queen gave me major Folkestone vibes. Just on the east coast. Seriously, if you like the enemies to lovers trope , then go grab this one. Just trust me. Oh, but prepare yourself for the cliffhanger. 

Savage Queen releases on April 29, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase on Amazon.


7) Mason

by Megan O'Brien
Rating: 4 Stars


Mason by Megan O'Brien is a spin off of her Ride MC series That being said, Mason is not a member of the club, instead Mason is a professional football player, and he immediately fell for Ellie. The moment she walked into his room, he had to know this woman. This story was so good. I can't even fully put it into words. If you like instalove, then give Mason a try. If you like alpha males in your stories, then read this one. The book also has a bit of suspense and that is when you get to see Mason go into protector mode. It was so good. 

Mason is releasing on May 3, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, and purchase on Amazon.

8) Countdown to a Kiss

by Piper Rayne
Rating: 4 Stars


Countdown to a Kiss is the prequel to the Hockey Hotties series by Piper Rayne. This novella sets the stage so to speak. It is here that we meet Aiden, Maksim, and Ford. They all play for the Florida Fury and are at the New Years Eve party hosted by the owner of the team. It is at this party that the guys meet Saige, Paisley, and Lena. Well to be fair, Ford already knows Lena, but still. She had to show up at the party to drag his butt back to New York to meet with his dad. Is it June yet so I can read My Lucky #13? I am beyond ready for Aiden's story.

Countdown to a Kiss was released on April 15, 2021. Add it to your Goodreads, or purchase on Amazon. (psst, as of today this is a free download! so go grab it!)

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Let's Talk Romance {a Romance Book Tag}



The other day I was watching a tag video that Heather from Bookables had posted. It's all about the romance genre, and since it's my favorite type of book to read I figured why not join in. 

First romance you remember reading

Montana Sky by Nora Roberts

Last romance you read

Balls to the Wall by April Canavan

Romance you are most like to recommend to a newbie

Modern Royals series by Aven Ellis

Romance you are most likely to recommend to another romance reader

All the Kings Men duet by Kennedy Ryan

An underrated romance you wish more people would read

Bloodmark Saga by Aurora Whittet

I binged this series, and absolutely loved it.

An overrated romance you wish people would stop talking about

Oh, well, let's do this then.

Beach Read by Emily Henry

No I haven't read it, but I have heard it's not really a romance, so yeah.

An auto-buy author

Because I cannot just pick one:
Aven Ellis
Natasha Madison
Helena Hunting
Kennedy Ryan

An author you use to love that you've since abandoned

Nicholas Sparks
I used to read EVERY book he would release. There are still some that I love to this day, but I won't pick up any more of his books. Heck the last book I read of his (Two by Two) was so bad I almost DNF'd it.

Favorite trope

Friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, and second chance.

Best book with your favorite trope

Well now that's a bit subjective. Let's go with my most recent read which was Balls to the Wall by April Canavan. Parker and Remy used to be friends, after some words spoken by Remy they are now enemies, and it could very well be a second chance for them. So there you go.

A book you didn't like even though it has your favorite trope

Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall

It is enemies to lovers, and I DNF'd it.

Most hated trope

Maybe forced proximity

A book you liked even though it has the trope you hate

About a Boy by Stephanie Kay

Your problematic favorite

I honestly have no clue. And yes, I had to look up what this meant as I've never heard the term before.

A book everyone else loved that has you scratching your head

Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade

Now to be fair, it wasn't horrible, but it also wasn't this awesome book that so many people are making it out to be. 

Your favorite romancelandia person to follow on twitter

I don't really do twitter, so I'll skip this question.

A place or person you go for recommendations or reviews

Steph's Romance Book Talk, Bookables, Chelsea Palmer, In Love & Words, and Peace Love Books all on Youtube.

A book that has a character that reminds you of yourself

On Thin Ice by Aven Ellis

Holly Johannsen is me in fictional form. A bit of social anxiety, loves planners and books, and is from Minnesota. 

Romance cover you love

Is this where I admit I don't like the majority of romance book covers? That being said, many of Nora Roberts covers tend to draw me in. Especially the Cousin O'Dwyer trilogy and The Guardians trilogy covers..\


A book you've reread more than twice

I don't typically re-read unless it is pictures books with my kids.

Best romance audiobook

I don't listen to audio books.

Best romance or rom-com movie

You've Got Mail

Favorite heroine

I'm torn between Tenley from Clipped Wings and Lennix from All the King's Men duet.

Favorite hero

I don't have one.

Your all time favorite romance

HAHAHAAHA
That's cute.
You expect me to choose one.

    • All the King's Men duet by Kennedy Ryan
    • Modern Royals by Aven Ellis
    • Bloodmark Saga by Aurora Whittet
    • The Edge of Happiness by Kristen Turnage
    • Sign of Seven trilogy by Nora Roberts
    • The Guardian trilogy by Nora Roberts
    • Folkestone Sins by Samantha Lovelock 

That was a lot more difficult than I was expecting! It was still enjoyable to complete though. 

Have you read any of the books I mentioned? Who are your auto-buy authors?

Happy Reading,



Thursday, February 4, 2021

The Bookish A to Z book tag


It's been a while since my last book tag. I found the Bookish A to Z book tag through the FNM Book Blog (courtesy of Google), and it sounded interesting. After looking at the questions on Ann Marie Swaim's blog, I decided I would participate. No I wasn't tagged, but that doesn't stop me.  Plus these book tags allow you all to get to know me a bit better. 

Author you've read the most books from:

This is a tough one. Id say it is a toss up between Aven Ellis, Natasha Madison, and Nora Roberts.

Best sequel

I went back and forth on this one. Ultimately A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas won out.


Honorable mentions to: Wundersmith by Jessica Townsend and Archenemies by Marissa Meyer

Currently Reading

The Wedding Game by Meghan Quinn. It was my Amazon First Reads selection for February.


Drink of choice while reading

Diet Coke

E-reader or Physical Book

Prior to Christmas 2019, I would have said physical. Now though my answer is 100% e-reader. I love my paperwhite.

Fictional character you probably would have dated in high school

Oh gosh I have no clue. (and do you know how long ago high school was for me? egads!)

Glad you gave this book a chance

Fragile Things by Samantha Lovelock

Hidden Gem

On The Edge by Dani Collins

Important moment in your reading life

I really think it goes back to my introduction to books. It was all because of my paternal Grandpa, and those amazing pop-up books he gifted me.

Just finished


I received an ARC of Only One Touch by Natasha Madison, and it was amazing. (review coming soon)

Kind of books I wont read

Horror or anything that is extremely gory.

Longest book you've read

A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J Maas

Major book hangover because of

The Edge of Happiness by Kristin Turnage


Number of book cases you own

2 for me, and 3 half sized for my kids.

One book you've read multiple times

Everyones a aliebn when ur a aliebn too by Jomny Sun

It's amazing, and everyone should read it.

Preferred place to read

My couch in our downstairs living room

Quote that inspires you, or gives you all the feels, from a book you've read


Reading regret

I don't have any. 

I mean are there books I wish I wouldn't have given my time to? Yes, I'm looking specifically at you Two by Two by Nicholas Sparks.

Series you started and need to finish

I'll just mention one since most of the series I'm currently reading are works in progress. So with that, I'll say the Nevermoor series by Jessica Townsend. I still need to read Hollowpox. (and I really want to buy the series vs borrowing it from my library.)

Three of your all time favorite books

Excuse me? Choose favorites? How very dare you! Okay fine, I'll toss out a few titles.


Unapologetic fangirl for

Hockey romance novels. Especially those by Natasha Madison and Samantha Whiskey.

Very excited for this release (more than all the others)

At this very moment, I would say Restless Things by Samantha Lovelock. I need to know what happens after that bombshell at the end of Fractured Things.

Worst bookish habit

Reading too fast, and not cherishing the book. Maybe? 

X marks the spot: start at the top left of your shelf and pick the 27th book

Vision in White by Nora Roberts. It's the first book in the Bride Quartet series.


Your latest book purchase

Oh just call me out why don't you. You know I've been buying books when I don't need to be.

I pre-ordered Only One Regret by Natasha Madison. It is the fifth book in the Only One series. Now I just need to wait until October. (unless I can get my hands on an ARC in September. Wishful thinking.) I'm so giddy that Natasha Madison decided to expand the series from 4 books to 8. 

ZZZ-snatcher book (aka the last book that kept you up way too late)

Geez, what did I do to you? I can't help it if I read late at night, and then get so absorbed into the book that I say up until 1 or 2 in the morning. 



There you have it, my bookish a to z.  Have you read any of the books I mentioned? How about the authors? Are you familiar with them? 

Happy Reading,