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February 2026 Blogger Posts Round Up


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.

Want to be included in future round ups?
Follow me on Twitter/X and keep an eye out for the monthly submission post.

Discover This Month’s Featured Blog Posts


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Book Blogging

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

@WordsofMystery shared her book review of The Singles Tax: No-Nonsense Financial Advice for Solo Earners by Renée Sylvestre-Williams. "The Singles Tax is broken down into nine chapters, each addressing a different aspect of finance. And every section was valuable, well-organized, and presented in a straightforward, inviting style."
👉 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...



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Health & Fitness

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




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Home & Garden

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




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Lifestyle

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




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Hair & Beauty

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




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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.


February 2026 Blogger Posts Round Up


      

First Lines Fridays


Books: First Lines Fridays 27th February 2026


It's Friday which means it's time for another First Lines Fridays post! Are you ready to judge this week's book based purely on it's opening lines? 


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I'm participating in First Lines Fridays as I think it's a great way to highlight more of the books that are on my bookshelves. 

What is First Lines Fridays?

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:


Brighton, August 1883. There are few things more disagreeable than formal wear on a hot day, particularly when one is expected to endure it in public, surrounded by a parade of strangers, widows, and the increasingly vinegar-scented body heat of Brighton’s civic personnel. Miss Lavinia Rathbone was already regretting the decision to attend the inquest in person, though of course she would never admit it. Not even under oath. And certainly not to Rose.


Do you know which book this is from? Scroll down to find out!


First Lines Fridays




And the book is...


A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing by Mary Merton


About the book


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.


Buy now



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

 
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A Lady's Guide to Sleuthing on Goodreads



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Modern Retellings for Your Bookshelf


Modern Retellings for Your Bookshelf


There’s something undeniably enchanting about a story you think you know… until it’s retold in a way that surprises, delights, and sometimes even challenges you. Modern retellings take the familiar and give it a fresh twist, offering new perspectives on classic tales, myths, and legends. Whether it’s a fairy tale reimagined for today’s readers or a timeless story told through a bold, contemporary lens, these books prove that old favourites can feel entirely new. If your bookshelf is craving a little magic, intrigue, and clever reinvention, these modern retellings are not to be missed.

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Geekerella by Ashley Poston

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Geekerella by Ashley Poston

Cinderella goes to the con in this fandom-fueled twist on the classic fairy tale.

Part romance, part love letter to nerd culture, and all totally adorbs, Geekerella is a fairy tale for anyone who believes in the magic of fandom. Geek girl Elle Wittimer lives and breathes Starfield, the classic sci-fi series she grew up watching with her late father. So when she sees a cosplay contest for a new Starfield movie, she has to enter. The prize? An invitation to the ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball, and a meet-and-greet with the actor slated to play Federation Prince Carmindor in the reboot. With savings from her gig at the Magic Pumpkin food truck (and her dad’s old costume), Elle’s determined to win…unless her stepsisters get there first.

Teen actor Darien Freeman used to live for cons—before he was famous. Now they’re nothing but autographs and awkward meet-and-greets. Playing Carmindor is all he’s ever wanted, but the Starfield fandom has written him off as just another dumb heartthrob. As ExcelsiCon draws near, Darien feels more and more like a fake—until he meets a girl who shows him otherwise.


The Ugly Stepsister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson

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The Ugly Stepsister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson

Everyone knows how those fairy tales go. The princess gets beautiful, nabs her prince and leaves her evil stepsisters in the dust.

But what happens when you’re the ugly stepsister and your obnoxiously perfect—pretty, smart, and, worst of all, nice—stepsister is dating the charming, devastatingly handsome guy you’ve had a thing for since you were nine?

Quirky, artistic and snarky Mattie Lowe does not lead a charmed life. Her mother is constantly belittling her online. The school mean girl has made it her mission to torment Mattie. But worst of all? Her stepsister is the most popular girl in school and is dating Mattie’s secret crush, Jake Kingston.

Tired of being left out and done with waiting for her own fairy godmother to show up, Mattie decides to change her life. She’ll start by running for senior class president against Jake.

Ella can keep her Prince Annoying. Mattie's going to rule the school.

And no one, not even a cute and suddenly flirty Jake, is going to stop her.

Spelled by Betsy Schow

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Spelled by Betsy Schow

Somewhere over the rainbow, all spell is about to break loose…

Fairy Tale Survival Rule No. 32: If you find yourself at the mercy of a wicked witch, sing a romantic ballad and wait for your Prince Charming to save the day.

Yeah, no thanks. Dorthea is completely princed out. Sure being the crown princess of Emerald has its perks—like Glenda Original ball gowns and Hans Christian Louboutin heels. But a forced marriage to the charming brooding prince Kato is so not what Dorthea had in mind for her enchanted future.

Talk about unhappily ever after.

Trying to fix her prince problem by wishing on a (cursed) star royally backfires, leaving the kingdom in chaos and her parents stuck in some place called “Kansas.” Now it’s up to Dorthea and her pixed off prince to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz and undo the curse…before it releases the wickedest witch of all and spells The End for the world of Story.


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

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

Fairy magic has no place in the modern world - or does it?

Ashley Adams doesn't have time for haters. Already too busy dealing with dead bodies after her stepmother purchased a mortuary, she is ready to put the lid on her judgmental peers and finally bury her high school experience. Falling in love was the last thing on her mind.

Too bad fate had other plans when the local celebrity lands in her life.

Pop sensation Harry James is ordered by the court to attend public school for his senior year or face jail time He can't afford any bad press if he wants his summer tour to go ahead. But when he ducks into the mortuary where Ashley works to escape a mob of fans, he wonders if he is chasing the wrong dream.

High school mean girls, a controlling publicist, and scheming stepsisters want to keep Ashley away from Harry. After all, everyone knows the popstar doesn't belong with the social outcast.

If only they had some fairy magic to help them find their happy ending...

Ashes is a fun and snarky standalone YA romance. If you like captivating characters, emotional twists and turns, Fairies and Cinderella retellings, then you'll adore MK Harkins' fast-paced tale.

Contains mild swearing and off-page violence.


The Midnight Prince by Angie Grigaliunas

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The Midnight Prince by Angie Grigaliunas

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

When Prince Kirran of the autumn fey returns home from war, all he wants is food, drink, and sleep. But with his older brothers dead, he’s now the only heir — and he needs a wife. As soon as possible. Which wouldn’t be a problem, except that he’s not over the girl who shattered his heart seven years ago.

Half-human Alia avoids her noble stepfamily by living among the fey king’s servants. Her life of anonymity serves her well and helps her forget how Kirran betrayed her — that is, until they’re thrust back into each other’s lives.

Their hostile reunion leaves both reeling — until they realize their memories of their breakup don’t match, and neither is lying.

With mere days before Kirran has to choose a bride, they must put aside their hurts and fight to uncover the truth.

And in the process, maybe, just maybe, they’ll find a second chance to fight for each other.


The Midnight Prince, a retelling of Cinderella, is book 5 of Once Upon A Prince, a multi-author series of clean fairy tale retellings. Each standalone story features a swoony prince fighting for his happily ever after.


The Beginning of Once Upon a Time by Kristy Dixon

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The Beginning of Once Upon a Time by Kristy Dixon

Izla isn’t just a fairy princess… She is a matchmaking fairy princess. If there is anyone unhappy in her father’s kingdom, she is sure love will fix it.

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.


If you’ve enjoyed exploring how classic stories are being reinvented for a new generation, you might find yourself drawn to specific recurring themes that make these narratives so addictive. To help you navigate your next library haul, check out this guide on Popular Romance Book Tropes & What to Read If You Love Them. Whether you’re a fan of the "enemies-to-lovers" tension found in many modern fairy tales or the "forced proximity" of a contemporary myth, understanding these tropes is the perfect way to find a story that resonates with your personal reading style.


Modern Retellings for Your Bookshelf


   

Product Review Go Vegan Fruity face sheet mask Friday PINK


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. 


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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.

Go Vegan Friday Radiance Face Mask


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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.



Product Review Go Vegan Fruity face sheet mask Friday PINK

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