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Welcome to Once Upon a Surprise! ✨ Experience the magic of a "Blind Date with a Book." Local pickup available.
We offer premium, hand-curated surprise bundles designed for the ultimate self-care night. 📚 Drops every other Sunday @ 7PM! 📍 Redding, CA.
09/13/2026
Ever wonder what goes into making my Blind Dates? Check it out!
06/03/2026
Guess who’s back? 👋
I took May completely off to recharge, but it’s officially time for a brand-new drop!
Tonight's lineup is fully loaded for summer:
👔 Curated Father’s Day gift basket (I also take orders!)
🔆 High-appeal kids' chapter books perfect for summer reading programs
🍹 Gritty thrillers and escape reads for adults
👑 The Ultimate Basket: A stunning, premium 3-book fantasy series bundle. I'm keeping the titles a secret, but here is your hint: Think high-stakes court intrigue, massive magical world-building, and an epic battle between light and darkness that you'll want to binge-read in a single weekend.
The shelves are officially restocked and the secret wraps are ready. Stay tuned tonight!!
04/06/2026
Downtown Redding, you have our hearts! ✨
What an incredible weekend soaking up the local energy. From First Fridays and the stunning new art at the Art Collective to the live music at The Park, our downtown is truly blooming this April! 🎨🎶
Saturday's Hops & Shops was the perfect follow-up. We loved visiting our favorite spots and catching up with the wonderful Bailey and her husband! (Scroll for our photo! 📸)
We even capped off the day by stopping in to see Jordan and singing Happy Birthday to him—it was so fun celebrating his birthday, which he shares with my daughter! 🎂🎈
I’m so grateful for this community. While we were at Bailey’s Book Nook, I made sure the "Blind Date" shelf was fully restocked. Go say hi to the team and find your perfect Spring match! 🌷📖
21 Years of My Favorite Story. 📖✨
This week, I’m celebrating a huge milestone—my daughter is officially 21! 🎂 From the first chapter to this incredible new one, being her mom has been the greatest "plot twist" of my life.
My business is built on the love of stories, but she is the one who taught me how beautiful a long-form journey can be. Thank you all for allowing me the space to celebrate this "Main Character" moment!
Counselor's Note: To all my fellow parents of college students... how did we get here so fast? 🥂
A much-needed Whiskeytown reset. 🌲✨
I’ve been so heads-down in the April Awakening drop that I realized I hadn't even shared our favorite highlight from last weekend! My husband, the dogs, and I took some time to explore the Whiskeytown area and just breathe. 🐾🌊
Sometimes you have to unplug to truly bloom. 🌸
BIG NEWS: That refreshed energy went straight into my latest batch! I just dropped off a BRAND NEW collection of "Blind Dates" ! 📚✨
Head over to Bailey’s to tonight for First Fridays downtown! Or at Hops and Shops tomorrow to snag:
🕵️♂️ Fresh Mystery Adventures
🕯️ Cozy Spring Vibes
🐣 Kids Corner Missions
Go say hi to the team at Bailey's and find your next favorite read! 🌷📖
04/03/2026
EASTER SUNDAY IS 48 HOURS AWAY! 🐣🌷
Don’t panic—I’ve got the ultimate "Secret Bunny" stash ready for local Redding pickup or porch drop-off! Skip the long lines and grab a curated, screen-free gift that they’ll actually love.
🧺 THE ULTIMATE EASTER BASKET (Was $35 - NOW $30!)
The "One-and-Done" Win! 🦉 Includes: PAWS (Graphic Novel), Color-Your-Own Stickers, Colored Pencils, Sour Patch Watermelons, Fuzzy Socks, and a Cuddly Stuffed Owl.
🎒 THE KIDS CORNER "TOP SECRET" MISSIONS ($20)
Wrapped & Ready! 🕵️♂️
For the Gamer: Attack of the Zombies: Academy for Roblox 🎮
For the Brave: Hunt for the Hollower (Spooky Mystery) 🕸️
For the Explorer: Starforce on the Rise (Galactic Adventure) 🚀
For the Animal Lover: Adventures in Charlie (Heart-warming Journey) 🐾
✨ FOR THE ADULTS ($25 - $35)
Treat yourself (or a friend!) to a "Mental Health Reset" this weekend. 🕯️
The Cozy Readers ($35): Mystery + Self-Care Treats.
The Page Turners ($25): High-stakes "Blind Dates."
📍 LOCAL ONLY: DM to claim! I can do Porch Drop-offs today and tomorrow so you can stay home and relax! 🚗💨
🌸 THE APRIL AWAKENING DROP 🌸
The garden is blooming and the April shop is officially OPEN! 🌿 Time to trade the winter blues for a fresh Spring story. Whether you need a "trapped" mystery, a spicy romance, or a galactic mission for the kids, the April collection is here!
🧺 THE ULTIMATE EASTER BASKET ($35)
The "One-and-Done" Spring Gift! 🐣
Includes: PAWS (Graphic Novel #1) by Nathan Fairbairn, Color-Your-Own Stickers, Colored Pencils, Sour Patch Watermelons, Fuzzy Socks, and a Cuddly Stuffed Owl. 🦉✨
🎒 THE KIDS CORNER ($20)
Mystery wrapped, but titles and authors listed for the parents! 🕵️♂️
Hunt for the Hollower by Callie Miller — A spooky, high-stakes supernatural mystery. 🕸️
Adventures in Charlie by Connor Grayson — A heart-warming animal journey. 🐾
Attack of the Zombies: Academy for Roblox — High-energy action for the gamers! 🎮
Starforce on the Rise — An epic, fast-paced galactic adventure. 🚀
🕯️ THE COZY READERS ($35)
Curated bundles including a premium mystery book + self-care treats. The title is a surprise, but here are the vibes!
Vibe 1: The Witching Hour. Witchcraft, Suffragettes, and Hidden Magic. A reimagined history of sisterhood and spells. ✨
Vibe 2: The Locked Door. Luxury Cruises, Missing Persons, and Cold Water. A high-stakes "trapped" mystery on the high seas. 🌊
✨ THE PAGE TURNERS ($25)
Wrapped mystery books for the ultimate "Blind Date."
Vibe A: The Epic Rebellion. Colonialism, Magic, and Soldiers. A powerful military fantasy. ⚔️
Vibe B: The Emotional Rollercoaster. Forbidden Love, Heartbreak, and Second Chances. A raw, spicy contemporary romance. ❤️🩹
Vibe C: The Dark Village. Small Towns, Cultish Secrets, and Eerie Folklore. A chilling, atmospheric thriller. 🌲
📍 LOCAL ONLY (if you want it by Easter):
Comment or DM your "Vibe" or "Book Title" to claim.
Payment: Cash or Venmo .
Delivery: Porch Pickup or Drop-off only if you want it by Easter. Shipping available after Easter. 🚗💨
Let’s get your Spring reading list blooming! Which one are you snagging? 🌷📖
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