Category Archives: Books

Tuesday Treats & Titles: Irish Soda Bread Muffins

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Silver James

It’s March! St. Patrick’s Day is coming! Yippee!! Yes, there is Irish in me and I don’t mean coffee. 😉My maternal grandmother was a Ryan and that’s about as Irish as you can get. And her father’s name was Patrick. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Grape Dumplings to the Rescue

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Silver James

I first tried grape dumplings years ago at the Chickasaw Tribal Center and Museum. They have a cafe there and grape dumplings are a specialty. Best stuff ever! Needless to say, when I created a Choctaw character for one of … Continue reading →

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February First Monday

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Silver James

It’s a new month. And Ground Hog Day. I hope that doesn’t mean that we’re going to have to keep reliving Monday all over again once the day is done. Did whatever animal is used to prognosticate the coming of … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Melting Snowman Cocoa Bombs

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Silver James

Since the snow won’t be melting anytime soon and powder snow is great for skiing or sledding but notsomuch for snowman building, I thought I’d reshare the recipe from several years ago. Who knew hot cocoa bombs are a thing? This … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Britt’s Hurricane Cake

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Silver James

Sometimes, you want something chocolatey, nutty, and yummy. Add the fact that it’s pretty darn easy to throw together, and what’s not to enjoy? In fact, the hardest part is waiting for it to cool enough to eat. It’s really … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Titles: Rock Chicks and Angels

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Silver James

I have a confession. There’s a very popular author who, by all rights, should drive me crazy. She writes books that wallow in the stuff that makes me want to toss books at walls. She writes in 1st Person POV. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Titles: Christmas Wishes

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Silver James

Today you get a real treat in this title. It’s free! And B.E. Sanderson has created an interesting world full of djinn, wishes, immortals and….maybe some mystery and murder mixed in with the magic. As hinted, I’m cutting back on … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Silver James

Are you looking for something a little different but soooo easy and full of down-home yummy goodness for this holiday season? Or for any time during the year when you want something sweet and mouth-watering with a bit of crunch? … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Blueberry Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Silver James

Looking for something quick and easy to whip up for a Christmas brunch? Breakfast casseroles are a brunch-time favorite for years, but they often require a considerable time investment. Blueberry Croissant Casserole makes things easy peasy, needing only 45 minutes … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Christmas Crack Dip

Posted on December 2, 2025 by Silver James

It’s officially Christmas season. I still don’t have lights or other decorations up. It’s cold outside and I’m lazy inside. That said, I do have Christmas books! Well, books that happen around Christmas. And truthfully, today’s featured recipe and book … Continue reading →

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