This morning, I have a science fiction novel to share in our book blitz spotlight! Check out Flight of the Valkyrie and learn about author Curtis G. Smith!

Book 1 of the Asatru Saga

Science Fiction, Techno-thriller

Date Published: 03/01/2026

With the station coming dangerously close to a fiery reentry, her old love and fellow former Navy pilot, Steve Paige, offers a radical and risky solution. The company he works for as a test pilot is developing a next-generation spacecraft, the Valkyrie. However, Steve is conflicted about his motive for volunteering for the mission. Is it duty to fellow astronauts or lingering emotions for Claire? 

As NASA and the U.S. State Department scramble for a solution, Claire investigates what caused the improbable accident. She learns of a sinister plot to use the ISS as a retaliatory weapon aimed at Washington, D.C. This compels her to try to piece together who and how the station was sabotaged before it is too late. 

The people behind the attack will stop at nothing to keep the identity of the culprit a secret. Even if someone can save her and the crew, Claire is the only one who knows what really happened, making her the target of an international assassin. The stakes are high as all parties understand that the incident could spark World War III. 

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Our days seem to go by so quickly. Time doesn't really disappear all at once—it just slips by minute by minute. If you've ever wondered how to find more time to read in your busy schedule, the answer isn't about clearing your calendar—it's about using the time you already have more intentionally. 

For busy professionals, parents, and anyone balancing a full plate in life, reading more books doesn't require hours of free time. It comes down to small, realistic shifts that make reading part of your everyday routine.

Here are six subtle, low-pressure ways to make reading part of your everyday life:

1. Replace One Scroll Session with a Few Pages

One of the easiest ways to read more during the day is to swap one of your typical phone-scrolling sessions for reading a physical book. Whether you read first thing in the morning, during a lunch break, or before bed, replacing even five to ten minutes of phone time with a book helps build a consistent reading habit. Over time, this simple change can significantly increase how much you read without adding anything new to your schedule. If you like having easy access to books, keeping a small stack from a favorite bookstore or using an online retailer can make this habit even easier to stick with.

2. Keep a Book Handy Where You Naturally Pause

If you want to build a reading habit, visibility matters. Keeping books in places where you can see them when you have a moment of pause or downtime—like your kitchen, car, bag, or nightstand—makes it easier to read more throughout the day. If your book is readily accessible (and visible), you are more likely to turn everyday pauses into opportunities to read, especially in busy lifestyles where time is limited. A simple book sleeve or tote bag can make it easier to carry a book with you without worrying about wear and tear.

3. Match Your Book to Your Energy Level

If you want to read more consistently, choose books that match your energy level and attention span for different parts of your day. Lighter, fast-paced, or familiar books are easier to pick up when you're tired. More complex reads are better saved for times when you're more alert and focused. Matching your energy level with an appropriate book makes it easier to stay engaged in your reading, even during demanding weeks. Having a mix of formats—like a paperback, eBook, or Kindle—can also give you more flexibility depending on where you are and how you're feeling.

4. Use Short Bursts of In-Between Time Instead of Waiting for Big Blocks

If you're trying to figure out how to read more books, stop waiting for long, uninterrupted blocks of time. Reading in small pockets—while dinner is cooking, waiting in the car, or during short breaks—can be just as effective. These in-between moments are often the most realistic way to fit reading into a busy day. Keeping a book in your tote bag or using a reading app on your phone or Kindle app ensures you always have something ready when those moments come up.

5. Create a Low-Effort Evening Reading Habit

Building an evening reading routine doesn't have to be complicated—anchor reading to an existing habit, like plugging in your phone or winding down for the night. When you plug in your phone for the night, reach for your book. This connection helps turn reading into a natural part of your daily routine--without requiring extra effort on your part. A soft reading light or a cozy throw can make this time feel even more inviting, which makes it easier to come back to night after night.

6. Use Audiobooks to Turn Everyday Moments into Reading Time

If your schedule feels too hectic to sit down with a traditional book, audiobooks can be one of the easiest ways to "read" more without changing your routine. You can listen while driving, doing dishes, folding laundry, or even walking—turning time that already exists into reading time. Many readers find that combining traditional books with audiobooks helps them "read" more books. If you're new to audiobooks, look for a free trial on Audible or Libro.fm to see what best fits your routine. Pairing an audiobook with a comfortable set of wireless earbuds or headphones can make listening feel effortless, whether you're at home or on the go.

Reading more books doesn't have to mean adding more to your to-do list—it's more about using your time differently. When you focus on small, practical ways to fit reading into your life, it becomes less of a goal and more of a habit you can maintain, even with a busy schedule.

Not every story of survival asks for your attention—this one holds it, steady and unflinching. Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines leans into the sharp edges of lived experience, where resilience isn’t inspirational fluff but something forged moment by moment.

This memoir will resonate with readers who value raw truth over polish and who understand that healing is rarely linear. Adriene Caldwell’s voice carries both the weight of what was endured and the fierce determination to redefine what comes after, creating a narrative that feels as powerful as it is deeply human.

 Trauma Memoir

Date Published: February 10, 2026

Publisher: Unbroken

 Adriene Caldwell is an author and advocate from Houston, Texas. Her memoir, Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines, traces the quiet aftermath of childhood trauma and the long arc of healing. Through writing, talks, and UnbrokenCaldwell.com, she champions hope, resilience, and storytelling as tools for recovery.

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