February 2026 Blogger Posts Round Up

Featured Blog Posts from the Blogging Community

A collection of blog posts from bloggers across books, lifestyle, travel, and more

Welcome to this month’s Blogger Posts Round Up — and a little milestone for the series.

Until now, this feature has focused solely on book bloggers, but from this month onwards I’m expanding the round up to include multiple blogging niches that reflect the topics I write about here on the blog.

Alongside bookish content, you’ll now also find posts covering health and fitness, home and garden, lifestyle, hair and beauty, and travel.

Disclosure: The FTC Disclosure Provision is a law that requires influencers to disclose when they are being paid to promote a product or service. So please know that if I'm not making money through affiliate links/sponsored content on the post you're currently reading, it's an oversight on my part and will be corrected soon. Read the full disclosure about all the legal stuff here.

About This Feature

I first introduced this round-up feature on the blog in May 2021 as a way to showcase blog posts by book bloggers. As it’s continued to be a popular series, I’ve decided to grow it to better reflect both my own blog content and the wider blogging community.

From this month onwards, each round up will include a broader mix of blogging topics, while still keeping books firmly at its heart.

You can expect to see:

• Book reviews, tags, and reading discussions

• Health and fitness posts focused on well-being

• Home and garden inspiration

• Lifestyle and personal blogging content

• Hair and beauty posts

• Travel guides and experiences

Why I Do This Round Up

Scanning through social media to find quality blog content can take up valuable time, so this round up brings everything together in one place.

It’s a way for me to:

• Highlight and support bloggers across different niches

• Help readers discover new blogs to follow

• Share useful, inspiring, and enjoyable content

• Continue promoting books and reading alongside other interests

How It Works

Each month, I share a submission call on my social media (currently via Twitter/X) inviting bloggers to submit posts published during that month.

While this feature originally focused on book blogging, submissions are now welcome from bloggers writing about:

• Books

• Health and fitness

• Lifestyle

• Hair and beauty

• Travel

• Home and garden

All featured posts must have been published during the relevant month.

Discover This Month’s Featured Blog Posts

Book Blogging

This section highlights blog posts from book bloggers sharing reviews, reading challenges, book tags, and literary discussions.

👉 Read the full post here.

@leftontheshelf1 was part of a book tour for The Resistance Knitting Club by Jenny O'Brien and shared her review. "This was a well-written book which completely drew me in. The author is a great storyteller who has the ability to engage her readers from the very first page. I have not read anything by this author before, and am so pleased that this is the beginning of a series as I would love to read more."

👉 Read the full post here.

@RachelBustin shared the ultimate Zodiac Academy reading order. "If you’re new to the Zodiac Academy universe or re-reading to spot all those hidden details, following the complete reading order helps you experience the most powerful supernatural world the way Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti intended."

👉 Read the full post here.

@GinaRaeMitchell shared her book review of Pon My Puff by Peter Stark Lansley | A Childhood in 1920s Isle of Wight. "This is not a book that demands attention through drama, but one that earns it through gentleness, authenticity, and the lasting comfort of memory."

👉 Read the full post here.

@TStrawberryPost shared Books With Interesting Horses (for Chinese New Year of the Horse 🐎). "Of course there are many books that have horses in them, but the books below feature horses that are in some way more than just a creature to be ridden, seen or to be used to pull something.  So I hope you enjoy these horsey reads for all ages featuring some interesting and amazing horses."

👉 Read the full post here.

@DanSamEnd was part of a book tour for The Brief by Simon Michael and shared her review of the book. "A thoroughly entertaining read with a gritty edge set in 1960’s London where crime and corruption prevail. It’s well-researched and feels authentic providing an intriguing insight into the criminal justice system in play at that time."

👉 Read the full post here.

From next month you'll find...

Health & Fitness

Here you’ll find health and fitness blog posts focused on well-being, sustainable habits, and realistic self-care.

Home & Garden

This section features home and garden blog posts covering interior inspiration, organisation, and seasonal ideas.

Lifestyle

These lifestyle blog posts explore everyday living, personal growth, routines, and blogging life.

Hair & Beauty

This section includes hair and beauty blog posts featuring product reviews, skincare routines, and beauty tips.

Travel

Here you’ll find travel blog posts sharing destination guides, travel experiences, and practical tips.

In Case You Missed It

If you’re mainly here for bookish content, don’t worry — you can still explore previous Book Blogger Posts Round Ups, including the January round up, which features even more book-focused posts.

Featured at this month

The following blogs have included links to my blog posts in theirs this month, for which I am very grateful. Please drop and check out their awesome content. 

• How to Embrace Minimalism linked to my post How to Do a Digital Declutter: Reclaim Your Space and Your Mind
• 5 Easy-To-Keep, Green, New Year’s Resolutions linked to my post about New Year’s Resolutions to Better Your Health.
• Sweet Potato Juice: Vibrant Blends for Everyday Nourishment  linked to my post about New Year’s Resolutions to Better Your Health. 
• How to Become Low Maintenance and Simplifying Your Life linked to my post about New Year’s Resolutions to Better Your Health.
• How to Balance Lifestyle and Health Needs linked to my post New Year’s Resolutions to Better Your Health.  

If you include a link to one of my blog posts in yours please let me know. 

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoy this expanded version of the round up and discover some new blogs and voices along the way. Going forward, this feature will continue to highlight a mix of blogging niches, while staying true to its original aim of supporting fellow bloggers and sharing great content.

Books: First Lines Fridays 27th February 2026

First Lines Fridays is a weekly feature for book lovers hosted by Wandering Words. What if instead of judging a book by its cover, its author or its prestige, we judged it by its opening lines? 

• Pick a book off your shelf (it could be your current read or on your TBR) and open to the first page 
• Copy the first few lines, but don’t give anything else about the book away just yet – you need to hook the reader first 
• Finally… reveal the book!

My Pick For This Week

The first lines of the book:

And the book is...

Book synopsis for A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing by Mary Merton

Brighton, 1883. Two bodies. One spaniel. And a formidable lady who is determined to uncover the truth….

When the beloved Reverend Playfair is found stabbed in his study, along with his housekeeper, the polite residents of Brighton do what they do pretend that nothing is wrong and return to their tea.

But not Miss Lavinia Rathbone.

She may be a lady of leisure, but the razor-sharp spinster has no patience for sloppy conclusions, or for Inspector Chubb, who seems more interested in pork pies than motive.

With her loyal companion Miss Rose Vale, Lavinia sets out to discover what really took place.

Before long, she's uncovering secrets the good people of Brighton would rather stay buried. As the unlikely sleuths are drawn into the town’s murky underbelly, they find themselves on the trail of a killer who may be much closer than they realise…

For fans of Richard Osman, Agatha Christie, and classic mysteries with wit, warmth, and a twist of Victorian scandal.

Where to find A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing by Mary Merton online: 

 

 A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing Amazon affiliate link

A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing on Goodreads

Modern Retellings for Your Bookshelf

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Geekerella by Ashley Poston

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The Ugly Stepsister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson

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Spelled by Betsy Schow

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Series Book 1) by MK Harkins

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The Midnight Prince by Angie Grigaliunas

A bitter prince. A rejected servant. A revelation that could change everything.

The Beginning of Once Upon a Time by Kristy Dixon

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Having a sister that interferes in everyone’s life can be annoying, but Thane has gotten used to it. When his father commands him to help Izla with her escapades, he believes he is being pushed too far. Why can’t she let people find love on their own?

When a poor miller draws the attention of a greedy king and puts his daughter in danger, Thane has to interfere to save the innocent girl. Talking to women has always made him feel awkward, so he solicits the help of his sister’s friend Ava. The only problem—he’s starting to feel nervous around her.

Will everyone find love, or will Izla’s interference cause problems even a fairy godmother can’t solve?

Final Thoughts

Modern retellings remind us why we fell in love with stories in the first place. They take the bones of familiar fairy tales and breathe new life into them—adding heart, humour, romance, and just enough of the unexpected to keep us turning pages long past bedtime. Whether you’re in the mood for a cosy, feel-good read or something with a sharper, more modern edge, these retellings prove that happily-ever-afters are far from outdated.

Have you read any of these modern retellings, or do you have a favourite that deserves a spot on this list? I’d love to hear your recommendations—drop them in the comments below. And if you’re always on the lookout for bookish inspiration, don’t forget to follow the blog and check back for more reading lists, reviews, and literary escapes to add to your bookshelf.

Product Review: Go Vegan Fruity face sheet mask Friday PINK

Having a home spa night once a week has become one of my new favourite things. Sometimes we just need to pamper ourselves a little. Even something as simple as a face mask can give you a huge boost and make a difference. This week I tried out one of the face sheet masks I was gifted over the Christmas holidays, the Go Vegan Fruity face sheet mask Friday PINK. 

Disclosure: The FTC Disclosure Provision is a law that requires influencers to disclose when they are being paid to promote a product or service. So please know that if I'm not making money through affiliate links/sponsored content on the post you're currently reading, it's an oversight on my part and will be corrected soon. Read the full disclosure about all the legal stuff here.

You might also like: Product Review: Selya Face Mask with Hyaluronic Acid and Coconut

Product details

WOW-EFFECT: Pomegranate and Mangosteen extracts restore and tone your skin and fight visible skin imperfections. Papaya juice and Lychee extract moisturise and refresh your skin. It’s perfect for pre-makeup and for those who remember that show must go on even after a 5-day long workweek.

Ingredients

GO VEGAN FRUITY SHEET FACE MASK FRIDAY PINK DAY FOR FEELING JUICY: AQUA, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, CARICA PAPAYA (PAPAYA) FRUIT JUICE, LITCHI CHINENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT, PUNICA GRANATUM FRUIT EXTRACT, GARCINIA MANGOSTANA PEEL EXTRACT, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, XANTHAN GUM, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE, INOSITOL, PHYTOSTEROLS, SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, PHYTIC ACID, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PARFUM.

You might also like: Product Review: Cosmi Premium Skincare Korean Collagen Face Mask

Review

 

I really liked this face sheet mask. It left my skin feeling soft, fresh and very moisturised. A great boost for tired skin. I'm definitely now interested in trying out more of the face masks in this collection in the future. 

If you're looking for a good budget face mask the Go Vegan Fruity face sheet mask Friday PINK is definitely worth a try.

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Books: First Lines Fridays 20th February 2026

First Lines Fridays is a weekly feature for book lovers hosted by Wandering Words. What if instead of judging a book by its cover, its author or its prestige, we judged it by its opening lines? 

• Pick a book off your shelf (it could be your current read or on your TBR) and open to the first page 
• Copy the first few lines, but don’t give anything else about the book away just yet – you need to hook the reader first 
• Finally… reveal the book!

My Pick For This Week

The first lines of the book:

My lungs balloon painfully in my chest. I can’t breathe. I can’t breathe. I can’t breathe. The last spasms of life rack my body as my mouth fights to contain the scream in my throat. My limbs thrash as my eyes search the murky dark waters for anything to grasp on to. This is it. And I never saw it coming.

 

And the book is...

Book synopsis for The Influencer by Adriane Leigh

Dive into the diabolical new domestic thriller from a USA Today bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Jeneva Rose, Colleen Hoover and Alice Feeney. 

Shae Halston lives a life of luxury–at least that’s what her followers think.After a devastating affair ends her marriage, the internet influencer and It Girl must confront her new normal without losing her grip on reality–or any of her devoted followers. In an act of furious desperation, Shae befriends her husband’s new lover, but the closer she gets to their new life the more her mental health unravels. Soon, manic delusions replace her sanity and before long compulsive thoughts of revenge obsess her until the lines between her online persona and reality blur.When a tragic accident turns violent, the spotlight turns to Shae and the threat of losing everything looms again. Until an opportunity arises that could secure her freedom for good…even at the cost of another life.

Where to find The Influencer by Adriane Leigh online: 

 

 The Influencer Amazon affiliate link

 The Influencer on Goodreads