We’re not your typical book club.
BOOK OF THE MONTH
December 2024
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GOODREADS: 4.09 ⭐
Knives Out gets a holiday rom-com twist in this rivals-to-lovers romance-mystery from New York Times bestselling author Ally Carter.
The bridge is out. The phones are down. And the most famous mystery writer in the world just disappeared out of a locked room three days before Christmas.
Meet Maggie Chase and Ethan Wyatt: She’s the new Queen of the Cozy Mystery. He’s Mr. Big-time Thriller Guy. She hates his guts. He thinks her name is Marcie (no matter how many times she’s told him otherwise.)
But when they both accept a cryptic invitation to attend a Christmas house party at the English estate of a reclusive fan, neither is expecting their host to be the most powerful author in the world: Eleanor Ashley, the Duchess of Death herself.
That night, the weather turns, and the next morning Eleanor is gone.
She vanished from a locked room, and Maggie has to wonder: Is Eleanor in danger? Or is it all some kind of test? Is Ethan the competition? Or is he the only person in that snowbound mansion she can trust?
As the snow gets deeper and the stakes get higher, every clue will bring Maggie and Ethan closer to the truth—and each other. Because, this Christmas, these two rivals are going to have to become allies (and maybe more) if they have any hope of saving Eleanor.
Assuming they don’t kill each other first.
DECEMBER 2024
Bonus Book
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GOODREADS: 4.00 ⭐
This Christmas, USA Today bestselling author Sarah Morgan returns with another heartfelt exploration of change, the power of books to heal, and the enduring strength of female friendship. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Jennifer Weiner.
With its historic charm and picture-perfect library, the Maple Sugar Inn is considered the winter destination. As the holidays approach, the inn is fully booked with guests looking for their dream vacation. But widowed far too young, and exhausted from juggling the hotel with being a dedicated single mom, Hattie Coleman dreams only of making it through the festive season.
But when Erica, Claudia and Anna—lifelong friends who seem to have it all—check in for a girlfriends’ book club holiday, it changes everything. Their close friendship and shared love of books have carried them through life's ups and downs. But Hattie can see they're also packing some major emotional baggage, and nothing prepares her for how deeply her own story is about to become entwined in theirs. In the span of a week over the most enchanting time of the year, can these four women come together to improve each other’s lives and make this the start of a whole new chapter?
WHAT WE’RE UP TO
Virtual Events
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Cradles to Crayons® (C2C) is the largest national nonprofit dedicated to putting an end to Children's Clothing Insecurity by providing millions of packages of essentials like clothing, shoes, diapers, and school supplies to children who don't have access to these critical resources.
Last year, I decided to team up with C2C of Philadelphia by organizing a Winter Essentials Drive to help children in need within the Greater Philadelphia area. During the month of December, my family, friends and BB&B community were able to donate 570 items to children/families in need in the Greater Philadelphia area!!! I was truly blown away! This was an incredible learning experience for my daughter, Riley, and I’m thrilled to continue this special tradition with her!
C2C of Philadelphia anticipates serving more than 35,000 local children with warm winter clothing. Let’s come together as a community to KEEP KIDS WARM this winter! — Nicole | Founder of Books, Brunches & Booze®
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Join us for a chat with bestselling author, Kate Quinn.
MEET KATE | Kate Quinn is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. A native of southern California, she attended Boston University where she earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Classical Voice. She has written four novels in the Empress of Rome Saga, and two books in the Italian Renaissance, before turning to the 20th century with “The Alice Network”, “The Huntress,” “The Rose Code,” “The Diamond Eye,” and “The Briar Club.” She is also a co-author in several collaborative novels including “The Phoenix Crown” with Janie Chang and “Ribbons of Scarlet” with Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, Eliza Knight, Sophie Perinot, and Heather Webb. All have been translated into multiple languages. Kate and her husband now live in Maryland with three rescue dogs.
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Join us for our final Personal Development Workshop of 2024, Reflect & Release, with From Dream to Plan!
A 60 minute session dedicated to...
Reflecting on all your 2024 wins & lessons
Releasing what hasn’t been serving you this year
Starting to make space for what you most desire in 2025
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Join us every month for a relaxing online yoga class led by Sukha with Markie - it's the perfect way to unwind and find your inner peace!
This Winter Solstice Workshop will guide you through a calming practice that aligns with the natural energy of winter: introspection, rest, and renewal.
MEET MARKIE
Markie is an astrologer, yoga instructor, retreat leader and host of Led by the Cosmos podcast. She is passionate about helping others find compassion for themselves and their life experiences through learning about their birth charts, intentional conversations with their communities, and mindfulness practices.
She is a proud Sun Devil alumna and has a background working for multiple e-commerce start-ups in NYC. Although her childhood had constant divine influence, it wasn't until she graduated college that she came back to her connection to spirituality through a series of serendipitous events.
What started as frequent angel number sightings and practicing yoga in her windowless 90 sq. ft. room in NYC, turned into a path of healing, growth, freedom, grief, and love.
Outside of her work, you can catch her reading a new book, finding the best mint chocolate chip ice cream around town, or planning her next trip abroad.
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Get ready for a fun and festive virtual Secret Santa event! Here’s how it will work step-by-step:
Sign-Up Deadline: Wednesday, December 4
• To participate in this event, you must fill out the form by Wednesday, December 4
Email Notification of Secret Santa Recipient Information: Thursday, December 5
• On Thursday, December 5th, you will receive an email with the name of your Secret Santa recipient and any relevant gift ideas or wishlists they’ve shared. Keep your match a secret to keep the surprise!
Gift Sending Deadline: Monday, December 16
• Make sure your gift is purchased and sent by Monday, December 16th to ensure it reaches your recipient in time. If you’re sending a physical gift, consider online retailers or shipping services for direct delivery. If you’re choosing a digital gift, email it securely to your recipient
Virtual Gift-Opening Celebration: Monday, December 23
• On Monday, December 23rd, gather with us for a virtual gift-opening celebration! Log onto our Zoom event at 8:30pm EST (link will be shared within 24 hours prior to event start time), and share the excitement of opening your gift with everyone. Snap a photo of your gift and post it to your story to spread the holiday cheer. Don’t forget to tag @booksbrunchesandbooze & your Secret Santa if you know who they are!
I'm SO excited to bring everyone together for this special event! Be sure to mark your calendars for these important dates, and let the holiday spirit begin! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at hello@booksbrunchesandbooze.com. Happy holidays!
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TESTIMONIALS
What Our Members Are Saying
“I love that this book club brings so many bibliophiles together. People who are from different backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, and occupations all have a common denominator with one book each month.”
— Sarah | Columbia, SC
“I love the atmosphere of BB&B—laid back and fun! There are no strict guidelines for members to follow—some months, I am able to read the book of the month, some months I’m too busy to find the time. All of the BB&B book picks that I’ve read, I’ve loved—from the historical fiction tear jerkers to the nail-biting psycho-thrillers. When I am able to make the social meet-ups, I always enjoy meeting new members and everyone has the same M.O.—we just want to have fun!”
— Kellie | Philadelphia, PA
“It is hard to make friends as an adult. BB&B has been a great way to meet more girls who have shared interests in books, who I may not have crossed paths with otherwise. I have met so many new friends and can’t wait to keep building those friendships and making more!”
— Reaganne | Alexandria, VA
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