10 Plant-Based Breakfasts to Power Your Day

Looking for plant-based foods to power your day? You're not alone. The New York Times reports that according to a Nielsen study, 40 percent of Americans are looking to eat more plant-based foods! Welcome to the plant power club. Eating veggies is on the rise, but it can be hard to find the right recipes. What plant-based breakfasts are easy to make and will keep you full all morning long?

Here's a key: plant-based protein! Nuts, seeds, whole grains, legumes, and soy help to keep you satiated and full throughout the morning. If you're eating toast or muffins, slather them with nut butter. If you're eating a smoothie, top with nuts or seeds. Opt for whole grains like oatmeal or legumes like chickpeas.

Here are some plant-based breakfasts that are easy to make and filled with protein to keep you full! There's a good mix of lightly sweet and savory, quick and easy and make ahead. Let's get started!

Easy Homemade Acai Bowl

Brazilian-born acai bowls have become quite the trend: because they're that good! Make this frosty purple smoothie and top with nuts and colorful fruit. It's the ultimate healthy breakfast. You can find frozen acai puree in many mainstream grocery stores and online. (via A Couple Cooks)

Tofu Scramble Breakfast Tacos

Spice up breakfast time with tacos! This Mexican-style tofu scramble makes a hearty and filling way to start the day: and it's savory! (via Brown Sugar & Vanilla)

BEST Oatmeal (with PB&J!)

The best way to start the day? With this incredibly tasty oatmeal! It's delightfully chewy (not gloppy!), and topped with peanut butter and vegan strawberry jelly. It's a taste treat packed with plant-based protein. (via A Couple Cooks)

Fancy Avocado Toast

Avocado toast is classic for a reason: so good and so versatile. Here's a simple way to eat a filling, savory plant-based breakfast. Get creative and try the topping variations. (via Love and Lemons)

Blackberry Walnut Overnight Oats

Make up these jars of overnight oats the night before, and you'll have an easy grab-and-go breakfast! To keep it plant-based, use your favorite non-dairy milk: almond milk, oat milk or cashew milk are great options. (via Marisa Moore)

Sweet Potato & Kale Breakfast Hash

Want a super hearty start to the day? This breakfast hash is full of plant-based protein and roasted sweet potatoes and red onion. Make a big batch and eat off of it all week! (via Minimalist Baker)

Chai Spiced Vegan Muffins

Here's a make-ahead breakfast that's easy to grab on the go. Make up a batch of warmly spiced muffins, and have peanut butter at the ready. It's a tasty way to start the day! (via Feel Good Foodie)

Chickpea Scramble

Who needs eggs when you can have a chickpea scramble? Surprisingly enough, the texture and flavor are incredibly closer to the real thing. Flavor tip: who knew Indian black salt adds an eggy flavor? Stock up on this plant-based trick by ordering it online. (via Sweet Simple Vegan)

Apple Pie Smoothie Bowl

Want apple pie for breakfast? Try it in smoothie form. This vibrant apple pie smoothie is full of good-for-you ingredients: top with nuts and fruit for filling way to start the day. (via Haile Thomas)

Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies

These spiced breakfast cookies are full of hearty oats, maple syrup, and bright orange carrots. Easy to make in advance, you can freeze them and pull them out of the freezer for mornings on the go! (via A Beautiful Plate)

Sure, savory muffins, taco pancakes, and avocado toast are delicious ways to start the day, but you're overlooking an oft-forgotten breakfast staple. English muffins are the perfect foundation for a filling meal, whether it's as a replacement for brioche in a French toast recipe or as the vehicle to deliver a mouth-watering egg sandwich. Keep scrolling for 22 recipes that will make you realize that English muffins are worthy of the spotlight and more than just breakfast.

Yummy English muffin recipes to replace your current sandwich habits

English Muffin French Toast

The Comfort of Cooking

Switch up the most basic of brunch dishes with this recipe that swaps brioche for English muffins to make a French toast that’s just begging for extra maple syrup and butter.

Spicy Chipotle Egg Breakfast Sandwiches

Aberdeen's Kitchen

This breakfast sandwich is so much more sophisticated than your standard Egg McMuffin. Bell pepper scrambled eggs, bacon, and a creamy chipotle sauce make this a morning meal you can feel proud of.

Grilled Shrimp English Muffin Burgers

I Wash You Dry

Juicy grilled shrimp burgers are way better than your standard barbecue fare. And once you’ve had a burger on an English muffin bun, you’ll never look back.

Mini Hawaiian English Muffin Pizza

Ease and Carrot

The next time you have a party, ditch the frozen snacks. These mini English muffin Hawaiian pizzas are perfect finger food.

Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole

Baker Bettie

If making hollandaise sauce last minute is a little too stressful for your mornings, look to this casserole. It has all the eggs Benedict flavor you love, but is easily made ahead of time.

Homemade Cranberry Walnut English Muffin

Cook Nourish Bliss

The best part about baking is you can customize your favorite dishes. This recipe gives plain English muffins a hearty makeover with the addition of dried cranberries and walnuts.

Barbecue Chicken English Muffin Pizza

Unicorn's in the Kitchen

Skip the take-out pizza and opt for this simple recipe that’s just as tasty as the real thing, with the added bonus of homemade flavor.

Crab Melts

Spicy Southern Kitchen

When topped with crab meat and cheese, English muffins make for a mean canapé too.

Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict

Culinary Hill

Sometimes brunch just isn’t brunch-y enough — everything tastes too much like either breakfast or lunch. Not so with this mealtime fusion, combining a breakfast favorite with a barbecue classic.

Homemade Whole Wheat English Muffins

Jenni Field's Fearless in the Kitchen

Making your own English muffins is great for two reasons. They taste better than anything store-bought, and any recipe using the homemade version becomes a million times tastier.

Lemon Thyme English Muffin Bread

Cook Nourish Bliss

If you’ve never had English muffin in bread form, you’re in for a treat. It’s super-moist, toasts like a dream, and makes every sandwich taste just a little more special.

2-Minute Flourless English Muffins

The Big Man's World

English muffins in the microwave may sound strange, but trust. This version is gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, and sugar-free, but still gets nice and toasty, making them a great allergy-friendly option.

Homemade Cinnamon Raisin English Muffins

Food Fanatic

Sometimes the best part of baking is how it makes your house smell. These English muffins will fill your home with the scent of cinnamon, raisins, and baking bread.

Paleo Pumpkin English Muffins

Running to the Kitchen

Quick breakfast recipes are essential to have on hand. This two-minute Paleo pumpkin English muffin is made in the microwave, so you can have a tasty breakfast even on busy mornings.

Breakfast Burger

Well Plated

Hey, sometimes we all just want an excuse to have a burger for breakfast. This one is made with a turkey patty, bacon, and cheese, for a breakfast that will really fill you up.

Poached Egg and Prosciutto Brunch Sandwich

Salt and Lavender

Nothing hits the spot on the weekend like a brunch sandwich. This one, made on an English muffin and stuffed with a poached egg, prosciutto, and lemon garlic mayo, will make you glad it’s the weekend.

English Muffin Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Cups

No. 2 Pencil

Finding the perfect dish for a brunch party can feel like a chore — you don’t want to have to do a bunch of cooking after your guests arrive. This recipe for English muffin bacon, egg, and cheese cups solves that problem.

Baked Peach English Muffin French Toast

The PKP Way

Fruit-filled breakfasts always feel like a special treat. These English muffins, topped with baked rosemary peaches and cream cheese, will make you feel like a queen.

Make-Ahead English Muffin Melts

Julie's Eats & Treats

A fast breakfast doesn’t have to mean an apple or granola bar on the go. These make-ahead English muffins ensure that you can eat a hot and cheesy meal, even on busy mornings.

Game Day Mini Pizzas

Brit + Co

While ordering multiple kinds of pies can get pricey really fast, our mini English muffin pizzas are an all-around win. From tangy Buffalo chicken to a meatless Margherita, these healthier budget-friendly mini pies will be a hit with everyone - just start with a base of sauce, cheese, and muffin and then try one of these variations. Click for the more recipe details!

Pepperoni:

(serves 6)

  • pepperoni sticks, sliced into thin rounds
  • optional toppings: hot banana pepper rings

Buffalo Chicken:

(serves 6)

  • about 2 cups of cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot
  • optional toppings: crumbled blue cheese or feta and chopped celery leaves

Pesto Chicken:

(serves 6)

  • about 2 cups of cooked shredded chicken
  • 3-4 Tablespoons of basil pesto
  • optional topping: crumbled feta

Veggie Lover’s:

(serves 6)

  • button mushrooms, sliced
  • green bell pepper, diced
  • red onion, thinly sliced or diced
  • cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • green olives, sliced

Margherita Inspired:

(serves 6)

  • cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • fresh basil leaves (if they’re large, you can slice them into ribbons or roughly chop them)

Greek Inspired:

(serves 6)

  • kalamata olives, sliced
  • red onion, thinly sliced or diced
  • cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • crumbled feta

Bao English Muffins 

Thomas Breads

Made with pork shoulder, try this slightly sweet Asian-style recipe from the classic English muffin brand.

Cherry Macadamia English Muffin French Toast

With Salt and Wit

Baked French toast is always a breakfast favorite. This recipe ups the ante, swapping bread for English Muffins and adding macadamia nuts and fresh cherries for flavor.

Hope you found an english muffin recipe to inspire your next craving! Share your recipe pics with us @BritandCo and find more inspiration in our baking courses on B+C Classes!

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Justin & Hailey Bieber have always been the cool kids on the block — and now they're the cool parents on the block! The couple welcomed their first baby, Jack Blues Bieber, over the summer of 2024, and have been enjoying life as a family of three ever since.

When they first brought him home from the hospital, Justin shared the cutest photo of Hailey holding their son's foot on Instagramwith the caption, "WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER 🐻." (Hopefully that emoji means they've nicknamed him Bear!). And ahead of the holidays, Hailey gave us the best gift of all: a brand new selfie featuring Justin, Hailey, and Jack. And it's got me singing "Baby" by Justin Bieber, for real.

Here's everything you need to know about Justin & Hailey Bieber's baby Jack Blues Bieber!

The Latest News On Justin & Hailey Bieber's Baby

On August 23, Justin posted this first photo of Hailey and their brand new baby's cute little toes on Instagram. The whole world has been in love with this little ever since!

Hailey Bieber couldn't resist showing off another cute image of Baby Jack's feet on Instagram stories on October 31. It seems like he was seated in a baby carrier while wearing the cutest fuchsia onesie that had an 'I Voted' sticker on his foot. Hailey wrote, "Happy Halloween! Get out there and vote 👻," over the photo, letting us know she did her part on the spookiest day of the year!

In a post celebrating the month of November (which Hailey Bieber calls "the best month of the year"), the Rhode founder posted a photo of the Bieber family on a walk. Justin is wearing a fuzzy hoodie and jacket, while Hailey bundles up with a zip-up, a fur coat, and a baseball cap, along with Jack in a little baby carrier of course! Is there anything better than getting cozy with your fam in the fall? I genuinely don't think so.

Does Hailey Bieber have a child?

Yes, Hailey Bieber gave birth to Jack Blues Bieber on August 23, 2024. Congratulations, Mama!

What is Hailey Bieber's baby name?

Hailey & Justin Bieber's baby's name is Jack Blues Bieber. Although when Hailey posted on Instagram on May 25, 2024 dressed in red — with a strawberry pimple patch & cherry blossom nails to boot — fans thought she was teasing a different name. "Little cherry blossoms on my nails little cherry blossom in my belly," she captioned the post. Maybe they'll bookmark Blossom for the future? ;)

Why did Justin name his son Jack Blues?

Justin Bieber is definitely not the first celeb to give his child a unique name, and Jack Blues is as cute as it is memorable. It's also a special name because according to Page Six, Jack is Justin's dad's middle name too!

What has Hailey & Justin Bieber's family said about Jack?

After Jack was born (and the world knew about it), Justin's mom tweeted her excitement over being a grandma, saying, "CONGRATULATIONS @justinbieber & Hailey. I LOVE YOU FOREVER BABY JACK" and Hailey's dad, Stephen Baldwin shared his own congratulatory tweetthat says,"Congratulations to you and may God continue to bless our family."

Jack Blues Bieber is gonna be one cute kid. Check back here for the latest Justin & Hailey Bieber baby news! Read up on Milo Ventimiglia Is A "Sweet And Attentive" Father-To-Be, And Duh!!! for more!

Thanksgiving seems centered around turkey. From the hearty stuffing to the thick ‘n’ juicy gravy, almost everything is made with or around the turkey and its drippings. So, how do vegetarians get by? Easily! Meatless lasagnas make for a great main, stuffing can be made delicious without the bird, and those perfectly cooked vegetarian sides can be hella filling. See for yourself!

Check out our list of 29 tempting vegetarian-friendly holiday recipes.

Turk'y Wellington with Mushroom Stuffing

Farm Sanctuary

With an oyster mushroom stuffing, you won't miss the turkey in this delicious and savory main meal by Farm Sanctuary Cafe Chef Gail Patak. Try the mashed potatoes and gravy recipes included too!

Vegan Meatloaf

Jessica in the Kitchen

Loaded with chickpeas and lentils, this hearty cheatloaf makes for a perfect main to go alongside all of those tasty sides.

Green Beans With Brown Butter, Crispy Shallots, and Hazelnuts

Two Peas and Their Pod

This recipe kicks your regular ol’ green beans up a few notches by adding crispy fried shallots, crunchy hazelnuts, and browned butter.

Roasted Squash, Pecan, and Pomegranate Salad

Minimalist Baker

With minimal prep, this mouthwatering squash and sweet potato salad is the perfect addition to your holiday spread with sugared pecans and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses dressing.

Kabocha Squash Lasagna

Umami Girl

Not into “tofurky?” Don’t worry, because this veggie-layered lasagna is delicious, filling, and meets all the requirements of being a Thanksgiving main with its autumnal flavors and comforting textures.

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Fried Sage and Halloumi

Floating Kitchen

Throughout the cooler months, a starter soup is the way to go — especially if it’s a silky butternut squash soup slightly sweetened by apples.

Veggie Pot Pies with Crispy Potatoes

Evergreen Kitchen

These vegan and GF pot pies are brimming with robust mushrooms, carrots, and wholesome greens, then topped with crispy potatoes.

Vegan Caramel Apple Galette

Farm Sanctuary

Here are four vegan desserts from Farm Sanctuary Chef Patak, including Pumpkin Bread, Pumpkin Bread pudding, Sweet Ricotta and Pine Nut Tart, and this delightful Caramel Apple Galette to satisfy all the sweet cravings.

Vegan Spiral Thanksgiving Tart

The Colorful Kitchen

Impress your fam and friends with this jaw-dropping tart filled with mashed potatoes, eggplant, carrots, cabbage, earthy rosemary, and your favorite plant-based gravy.

Caramelized Onion Gravy

This Wife Cooks

This savory gravy pairs well with a number of other Thanksgiving dishes. Its rich flavor is a show-stopper and its made with vegan butter instead of the typical kind.

Porcini Mushroom, Greens, And Forbidden Rice Gratin

Vanilla and Bean

This comfort food is so flavorful and is made with black rice, mushrooms, greens, and rice gratin. It is good for you and can also be made gluten-free!

Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread

Vanilla and Bean

This moist and tender cornbread is the perfect mix of sweet and savory. It's so easy to whip up and can be stored in the freezer for future indulgence!

Tempeh Sausage-Stuffed Squash

Hummusapien

Replace the iconic stuffed turkey by packing a flavor-filled tempeh sausage stuffing into soft roasted acorn squash boats.

Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots

Crowded Kitchen

These carrots are expertly coated in a sweet and sticky glaze that is seriously so delicious. The pomegranate seed garnish adds an extra layer of flavor and a pop of color.

Mashed Potatoes

Gastro Plant

These vegan mashed potatoes are oh-so-creamy and savory. They're the ultimate Thanksgiving staple!

Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole

Image via Joy Food Sunshine

This crave-worthy side tops a velvety sweet potato and apple sauce blend with crunchy pecans for a fall-inspired dish.

Curry-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

The Missing Lokness

Roasted to a golden crisp, these Brussels sprouts bring warming spices and a hint of sweetness to your plate with curry powder and dried cranberries, and it.is.awesome.

Nut Roast

Two Spoons

This meat-free dish is savory and satiating. It's made with wholesome ingredients, including mushrooms, nuts, brown rice, and fresh herbs.

Stovetop Mac and Cheese

Earthly Provisions

This stovetop mac and cheese is the ultimate Thanksgiving comfort food. It utilizes raw cashews instead of cheese, which may sound questionable, but trust me it's so good.

Butternut Squash Dal

Cook with Manali

Stock up on naan, because you’ll want to dig into this vegan and GF dal all evening with its combination of lentils, onions, tomato, cumin, and curry leaves.

Wellington

Crowded Kitchen

This delicious recipe swaps out the classic beef tenderloin for a savory mushroom filling. It's packed with flavor and equally as yummy as the original!

Cranberry Sauce

A Virtual Vegan

This vegan cranberry sauce is loaded up with flavor. It has orange juice, orange zest, rosemary, cinnamon, and a splash of booze (but that last one can be swapped out for orange juice)!

Cheesy Scalloped Hannah Sweet Potatoes

No Eggs or Ham

Thinly sliced sweet potatoes in a thick, cheesy, and sweet white pepper sauce? Sign me up!

Vegan Dinner Rolls

Veggie Society

It's not Thanksgiving without a basket of fresh, light, and fluffy biscuits. These Italian-style ones are mouth-watering and are sure to be a hit.

Simple Cornbread Sage Stuffing

The Full Helping

This recipe puts a vegan spin on a Thanksgiving fave so that *everyone* can enjoy it. Made with vegan cornbread, it’s packed with all the right flavors.

Holiday Festive Falafels

Two Spoons

These yummy falafels are a must-have for your Thanksgiving spread. They're cozy, crispy, vegan, and gluten-free.

Thanksgiving Mushrooms and Potatoes

Veggie Society

These vegan and gluten-free mushrooms and potatoes are made with chanterelles, caramelized onions, and crispy sage. They're seriously flavorful and something the entire group will enjoy.

Pecan Pie

The Edgy Veg

This easy recipe tastes just like the traditional pecan pie recipe, just with vegan ingredients that allows the entire group to dig in! (via The Edgy Veg)

Bread Pudding

Crowded Kitchen

If you're looking for a warm and comforting dessert to enjoy after your scrumptious Thanksgiving meal, this vegan bread pudding is a winner. It has dried fruit, bourbon, cinnamon, and vegan custard.

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'Tis the season for love — Hailee Steinfeldand Josh Allen are engaged! The 27-year-old actress (who you'll recognize from Pitch Perfect 2 and Hawkeye) and 28-year-old Buffalo Bills quarterback were first romantically linked in May of 2023, and "have been head over heels from the start," according to a People source. "Their families are thrilled."

This celebrity couple has the final word on romance if you ask me: trips to Paris, baby showers, and serious PDA (in Cabo no less). But nothing gets more romantic than Josh's proposal on November 22, 2024. An arch covered in roses and a grassy hill with flowers and vases filled with sand. When asked how it felt to play football as a fiancé, Josh said it "felt good. Felt free."

Keep scrolling to see Hailee Steinfeld & Josh Allen's oh-so-romantic engagement post — and some key moments that led to it.

  • Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen have been dating since May 2023, and took their relationship Instagram official in October 2024.
  • The couple got engaged on November 22, 2024 under a beautiful rose-filled arch.
  • Everyone from Travis Kelce to Chad Michael Murray is celebrating with them!

Did Josh Allen get engaged to Hailee Steinfeld?

Yes, Josh Allen & Hailee Steinfeld are engaged! The couple made a joint post to Instagram to celebrate, and Josh captioned the photo, "♾️ 11•22•24 ♾️." The Summer I Turned Pretty's Conrad and Belly have nothin' on Hailee Steinfeld & Josh Allen's eternal love! ;)

"The biggest congratulations ❤️," Hailee's Pitch Perfect costar Rebel Wilson commented. Chad Micheal Murray was also excited for the couple, commenting, "Congrats brother!"

Is Hailee Steinfeld in a relationship in 2024?

Yes, Hailee Steinfeld has been with Josh Allen since the summer of 2023. When they were first linked, a source told People that "it's new, but they are having fun."

And that fun clearly turned into something much more! Josh went Instagram official in October of 2024 (with photos from a Paris trip Hailee posted in April), and the comments flooded with fans and friends showering the couple in love. "Babe wake up, Joshy just hard launched Hailee," one user said, while another added, "thank you for making Hailee happy!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼."

In the October 18 edition of her Beau Society newsletter, Hailee joked that after she and Josh gifted each other the Miyabi Kaizen chef's knife last Christmas, "he told me there's an old wive's tale that if you gift your significant other a knife you have to pay for it, otherwise it signifies the severing of a relationship. So we exchanged quarters so we didn't have that bad omen." This just proves how well they know each other!

Are Taylor Swift and Hailee Steinfeld still friends?

Yes, Taylor Swift and Hailee Steinfeld are still friends. 9 years after Hailee starred in Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood" music video, Taylor liked Hailee and Josh's Instagram post (which she doesn't do often), and her BF Travis Kelce commented, "Congratulations!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻👏🏻👏🏻."

When is Hailee Steinfeld getting married?

The couple hasn't told us their wedding date yet, but stay tuned for news on the big day — and wedding photos!

Congrats to the happy couple! Loving all the celeb love? Read up on Shaun White & Nina Dobrev's engagement, too!

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If you’re feeling stumped on holiday gifts this year, rest assured that books are the timeless choice — especially for the reader that always has their nose in something new! Whether they're a Swiftie, a sports aficionado, or a true crime enthusiast, there's a perfect pick waiting for them here. So if you're looking for something to add to your cart for the literary-inclined on your list, we've definitely got your covered! Happy shopping — and reading!

Here are all the books you should totally gift the voracious reader in your life!

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For the Swiftie in your life: The Breakup Tour by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka

A Swiftie-coded book full of romance, angst, and second chances. Riley Wynn became an overnight superstar on the heels of a hit single from her breakup album. When her ex-husband claims the song is about him, she calls someone she remembers all too well; her college boyfriend and inspiration for the song, Max. The former lovers haven’t spoken in a decade, but when Riley asks him to go public as her songwriting muse, he agrees under the condition that he joins her band on tour. Sparks fly as the two tour the country, but their rekindled relationship will either last forever or go down in flames.

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For your friend that’s been to too many weddings this year: The Good Bride by Jen Marie Wiggins

Ruth Brancof’s wedding is unlike any of the weddings you and your besties have been to this season. The wedding weekend is curated meticulously to promote the quaint Gulf Coast fishing village a year after a hurricane, while also welcoming Ruth’s estranged family back together. Secrets are exposed, accusations are made and the oceanfront rehearsal dinner ends with gunshots and one missing guest. It turns out everyone always has a secret to protect.

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For the host with most: Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten

An intimate memoir that gives an inside look at the life full of both the milestones and misadventures of culinary figure Ina Garten. The Barefoot Contessa writes about escaping her difficult childhood, finding love, navigating boring jobs, landing a career beyond her dreams and offers life advice for everything in between. For those who have learned to cook with Ina over the years, this book offers a deep and personal look at the woman behind the apron.

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For the friend that decorated for Christmas in July: A Home for the Holidays by Taylor Hahn

Packed with holiday hallmarks, this Christmas romance is a gift for anyone who likes to keep the spirit alive all year. Christmas was always magic for wedding singer Mel Hart, thanks to her mom who always managed to make it special, despite her struggles with alcohol. But when Mel loses her mom two weeks before Christmas, she's introduced to an estranged best friend of her mother’s, Barb, who is committed to telling Mel a different story about her mom. Mel spends the holidays with Barb’s family and gets a glimpse into their complicated life, uncovers secrets and learns about her moms past, all while crushing on Barb’s not-yet-divorced son.

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For your jet-setting friend on a self-discovery journey: Immersion by Linda Murphy Marshall

A memoir that will captivate those with a hunger for adventure and personal growth. This memoir follows Linda Murphy Marshall’s life as she escapes an abusive family and discovers her talent for foreign languages. This love of language creates an entirely new life for her as a successful multi-linguist where she works on assignments for the US Federal Government around the world, experiencing time in active war zones and jaw dropping situations. Through these experiences, Linda unlocks pieces of her true self and learns how to build a sense of home within herself.

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For the history buff in your life: Echoes of Us by Joy Jordan-Lake

A story of dual timelines, spanning World War II to present day, following an unlikely friendship between a Tennessee farm boy, a Jewish Cambridge student, and a German POW. Now, everything the trio has fought for is at risk as their descendants fight for control of their corporation. Attempting to refresh the company image, event planner Hadley Jacks and her sister organize a family reunion on St. Simons Island, Georgia. The sisters uncover the story of a brave woman who links the three men together and the history of old wounds that will test the strength of their friendships.

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For your amateur baking bestie: A Legend in the Baking by Jamie Wesley

A story baked with all the ingredients of a flirty romance. When August Hodge’s feminist rant about baking goes viral, he suddenly becomes the hottest bachelor in town. His best friend's sister and decades old teenage love, Sloane Dell, steps in to help keep the social media momentum going for the Sugar Blitz Cupcakes Bakery. The two vow to keep the past in the past, but it’s made clear their attraction still burns hot, forcing them to reconsider their risks and dreams.

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For your Disney obsessed cousin who loves spicy reads: Hexed by Emily McIntire

A steamy romance that mixes fairytales and mafia themes. Despite her beauty and charm, Venesa Andersen has never felt good enough. Raised by her mafia connected uncle, she understands the demands of loyalty and duty. But when her cousin introduces her to Enzo “Loverboy” Marino, wealthy businessman by day and mafia prince by night, her attraction to him will put into question her loyalty to duty. As the cousin of Enzo’s fiancé, Venesa is off limits, even though their chemistry is electric. The two are everything they ever dreamed of, but they’ll have to grapple with the consequences of choosing a forbidden love.

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For the rock music lover: The Lightning Bottles by Marissa Stapley

Jane Pyre is a former member of the famous rock ‘n’ roll duo, The Lighting Bottles, writing the songs that catapulted them to fame. For the last five years, Jane has been the target of public hatred since the disappearance of her bandmate and soulmate Elijah Hart. Now, after moving to the quiet German countryside, she is faced with a bombshell from a young superfan next door: Proof that Elijah is alive and has been leaving clues for Jane. A cross-continent road trip ensues as Jane and the fan search for the truth.

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For military family members: Out of Place by Mary E. McKnight

This story follows Mary, an army brat and middle sister of three as she navigates life in Cold War-era West Germany. Mary struggles with the militant expectation of her father, her relationships with her siblings and the societal pressure of gender roles during the rise of the feminist movement. Mary is on a journey of self-discovery and through the power of place, travel and people she eventually finds her purpose and her voice.

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For the your celebrity obsessed bestie: After the Red Carpet by Patricia Leavy

A red carpet proposal by actor Finn Forrester to philosopher Ella Sinclair catapults the couple into the public eye, marking them as a fairy-tale romance. As Ella moves into Finn’s Beverly Hills mansion, the two are challenged with finding a way to interlace their worlds. Finn is afraid of losing his fiancé and gets lost in perfectionism while Ella is dedicated to maintaining her own identity. Simultaneously, Ella is writing a treatise on love, exploring the question: when we love so deeply, where do we end and where does the other begin?

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For the sports aficionado in your life: The Early Days of ESPN by Peter Fox

A slam dunk read for any sports fan that has turned on ESPN. Chronicling the early days of the sports network, this is a story about how a conversation over martinis in 1978 revolutionized sports entertainment. Peter Fox, ESPN’s founding executive producer, tells the behind-the-scenes journey of how a group of Connecticut locals, inspired by the mania surrounding UConn men’s basketball, took a chance on their careers and founded ESPN. Full of stories of mistakes and embarrassing moments, this book chronicles the journey of an idea that grew into a broadcast empire.

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For the hopeless romantic: A Love Song For Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams

Ricki Wilde, daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, has never fully fit in with her socialite sisters. Determined to find the exciting life she knows awaits her, Ricki leaves everything she knows behind and moves to a Harlem brownstone where she realizes her dream of opening a flower shop. Of course, everything changes when she meets an alluring stranger one evening. The two lovers are forever linked as the story of two passionate lovers unfolds against the backdrop of New York.

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For the true crime junkie: Society of Lies by Lauren Ling Brown

A dark academia mystery that will keep any true crime lover unraveling every page. Maya is excited as she returns to Princeton for a nostalgic reunion and her sister Naomi’s graduation. But the celebration abruptly ends when Naomi is found dead, and Maya suspects the cause is much more sinister than an accident. As Maya investigates deeper, she learns all about her sister's secrets, including her involvement in the same exclusive campus social club she was once a part of, the Sterling Club. She fears that her own past at Princeton may play a role in her sister's death as every clue circles back to a long-held secret.

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For the corporate go getter: Mind Magic by James R. Doty, MD

A deep dive into the power of manifestation, beyond the widely stigmatized buzz word. Dr. James Doty provides a path for a kinder and better world through the possibilities of manifestation. He outlines a way to rewire the brain through attention, meditation, visualization, and compassion. His guide aims to provide people with clarity, agency, and the ability to realize their dreams, perfect for those looking for a reset.

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For the fantasy fanatic: The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo

A balance of myth and mystery set in Manchuria in 1908. When a courtesan's frozen body is found, rumors about shape shifting fox spirits arise and detective Bao is hired to find the dead woman’s identity. Meanwhile, a family cursed with the deaths of their eldest sons before they turn twenty four is met by a servant named Snow who has a past checkered with secrets. More than anything, Snow seeks revenge for her lost child. Traveling from China to Japan in search of a murderer, Bao and Snow are met with old friends, new foes, and even more death.

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For the young reader: The Jump by Brittney Morris

Jax, Yas, Spider and Han make up Team Jericho, the best scavenger hunting team in Seattle. But when an oil refinery threatens their homes, their communities, and their families, the team’s world is turned upside-down. Team Jericho stumbles upon the chance of a lifetime when The Order offers them a prize of influence if they complete a puzzle. Winning the game means protecting everyone they love, but with the competition not far behind, they will need to be creative.

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