The Weekly Borrow Vol. 3

Sweet Marriage of Convenience Recs, Bookish News, Weekend Netflix Watchlist and much more 💕📺📖

Happy Saturday!

I’m excited to share this week’s edition of The Weekly Borrow, packed with juicy bookish news, great reads, and a little life update.

I’m writing this on Friday night after what turned into an impromptu life reset PTO day from my day job. Even with the break, I still stuck to my usual early start—co-working with Victoria and Francesca at 7 a.m., followed by yoga and meditation. It was exactly what I needed. And since I was in the zone, I wrapped up the day by prepping and recording four new podcast episodes that I can’t wait to share with you soon!

In this week’s The Weekly Borrow, I am sharing the following:

• Closed-Door Marriage of Convenience Romance Recommendations ( 6 Bonus Recommendations from what was initially published in the blog)

• Breaking Bookish News: Sophie Lark Sparrow and Vines Controversy

For Paid Subscribers:

• Book Rec of the Week: Millennial Cozy Mystery that comes out next Tuesday

• Ohio’s Stark Library Non-Resident Card Fee Update

• What We’re Watching & Reading: Spring Reads, TV Obsessions & Bookish Gossip! (Lots of Netflix Recommendations to Binge on this weekend)

• Secondhand Book Shopping – Where to Find the Best Book Deals

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Closed-Door Marriage of Convenience Romances to Warm Your Heart (EXTENDED LIST)

Here are 6 closed-door marriage-of-convenience romances perfect for sweet and clean love stories fans. Emotional connections, witty banter, and happily-ever-afters await!

Please note that all six books are available to borrow on Kindle Unlimited.

1. All to Reel by Nicole Lam
   Aspiring actress and barista finds her life turned upside down when Prince Kostas Alexopoulos Vasileiou proposes a fake marriage to secure his inheritance. With witty banter, heartfelt moments, and irresistible chemistry, this modern fairy tale is a delight. Read more here

2. Rough Score by Kenna King
   When NHL captain Ryker Haynes faces deportation, he turns to Juliet, a driven party planner, for a fake marriage. Their practical arrangement soon blurs the line between pretense and real attraction in this sweet and steamy sports romance. Read more here

3. Accidentally Falling for My Fake Wife by Abby Greyson
   Professional football player Adam and bestselling romance author Susie enter a marriage of convenience. With hidden identities and growing feelings, this dual POV, kisses-only romance is full of charm and sweetness. Read more here

4. Forever Fallen by Ginny Sterling
   Air Force officer Ryan and Sophie Lane team up for a thirty-day fake marriage to fulfill their goals. What starts as a simple arrangement evolves into a heartfelt tale of unexpected love. Read more here

5. The Run Option by Annah Conwell
   Quarterback Jason Kingsley and his rival-turned-fake-wife enter a sham marriage for mutual gain. This witty and sweet sports rom-com is perfect for fans of slow-burn romance. Read more here

6. A Home for Summer by Barbara DeLeo
   Set on a beautiful Greek island, Summer and Costa’s romance grows as secrets unravel. This enchanting story is full of humor, heartfelt moments, and a stunning setting. Read more here

Whether you’re a fan of royals, athletes, or small-town charm, these sweet romances are sure to leave you smiling.

More Book Recommendations:

• Spicy Marriage of Convenience Book Recommendations

• More Closed-Door (Sweet) Marriage of Convenience Book Recommendations

• Books Like King of Wrath: Billionaire Arranged Marriages

5 Spicy Kindle Unlimited Books To Read Now

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🚨 Breaking Bookish News! 🚨

Sophie Lark’s Sparrow and Vine has been pulled from publication after backlash over problematic content—and now, even The New York Times is covering the controversy. What happened? Why was the book removed? And will Sophie Lark self-publish? We break it all down in our latest blog post and YouTube episode. Catch up on all the details and join the conversation!