16 Loft Beds to Make Your Small Space Feel Bigger

While small living can be cozy, it can also be inconvenient. And when it’s your turn to host the party, the bed becomes a major seating area because that’s what takes up the most space. The solution: Get that huge piece of bedroom furniture off the floor with a loft bed. Whether you’re looking to open up your studio space or make an already tiny bedroom seem bigger, these 16 loft beds are here to bring your small space decor to new heights… literally.

1. Closet Loft: You’re probably wondering how you could live in a space like this. But putting the bed on top of the closets makes an easy solution to teeny tiny living. (via Frenchy Fancy)

2. More Bed Space: Whether it’s several kids or you and your roommate, putting a bed up high makes room for another bed below. That equals more space for everyone. (via SF Girl By Bay)

3. Cabin Loft Bed: Have you ever seen a loft bed as cool as this? Your child’s room will become the envy of every kid in the building with this cabin-like retreat. (via Oeuf)

4. Roped Loft: If you’re worried about your kiddos falling off in the middle of the night, try creating a barrier with rope that will look cool and get the job done. (via Apartment Therapy)

5. Cabinet Loft: Oddly shaped rooms need brilliantly odd pieces of furniture, like this loft bed that makes a gorgeous sleeping/storage space with cabinets underneath. Bonus points if you paint ’em a bright, fun color. (via Bloesem)

6. Pull Down Loft: You could always craft a loft that goes up and down like this Mad Men star. That artsy piece of wood on the wall also doubles as a headboard. Mind. blown. (via Dwell)

7. Climbing Wall Loft: Trust us — if you trade in the ladder for a climbing wall like this one, your kids will be begging you for bedtime. (via Apartment Therapy)

8. Office Loft: By putting your mattress in the air like you just don’t care, you’re free to create a cozy workspace underneath. And we bet you were wondering how you were going to fit a full-size desk in your apartment… weren’t you? (via Planete Deco)

9. Low Loft: Even getting your mattress a few feet off the ground will give you that extra space you need. What a perfect place for record storage, right? (via June Letters Studio)

10. Bedroom Loft: While we’re putting your mattress in the air, why not put your whole bedroom up there? Consider making your loft big enough to house a side table and lamp too. (via Social Being Determines Consciousness)

11. Playhouse Loft: What little kid doesn’t want to sleep on the roof at some point? Make it even more realistic by putting stars on the ceiling. (via Mommo Design)

12. Locker Loft: Just look at all that storage space. Put two of these in the kids rooms and you can forgo the dressers altogether. (via Buzzfeed)

13. Store-Bought Loft: Need a loft solution fast? Buy a simple piece like this one from IKEA to get your bed off the floor in a jiffy. (via Decoist)

14. Plant Loft: Make your loft feel homey with some viney potted plants, drapes and string lights. We’re so digging the boho vibes going on here. (via Missguided)

15. Hidden Loft: If your bed is chronically messy, hide the piles of covers and pillows with a horizontal bookcase. It’ll make for easy-to-reach reads come bedtime. (via Fantastic Frank)

16. Multi Loft: We almost can’t keep up with all the space saving going on here. Bedroom, office, closet, powder room — all in a few square feet. Now that’s what loft-bed dreams are made of. (via Dwell)

Do you sport a loft bed? Would you consider putting one in your apartment? Tell us below!

A quiet, lesser known pocket of Beverly Hills known as Beverly Hills Post Office (BHPO) shares the same popular zip code but is tucked up in the hills north of BH proper, where you'll score scenic ocean views. Amanda Leigh and Taylor Hahn of celeb-loved L.A. design firm House of Rolison were tasked with reimagining a 1950s Beverly Hills home in the coveted neighborhood for a modern era.

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“It's our priority to maintain and enhance the original charm and soul of our homes,” says Leigh. Before the stunning reno, the home lacked a sense of flow with cramped rooms and a narrow kitchen, and had thick, dated carpeting throughout.

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“The home was a bit of a mish mosh of styles, and had not been updated in quite some time,” adds Leigh. “We wanted to give it a cohesive style, while bringing light to its show pieces.”

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Those show pieces included its wood vaulted ceilings that had been painted over, and the original fireplaces that had been closed and were no longer functioning properly.

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The House of Rolison team breathed new life into the home, adding additional square footage and natural light, maximizing the home's stunning ocean and city views.

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The fireplaces throughout the Beverly Hills home were restored, the ceiling stripped of its old paint, and the decor infused with a calming neutral earthy palette that grounds the design.

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“BHPO has a lot of renaissance revival homes and this home was much more traditional. We wanted to make the home feel more tied into the homes of the area, while giving it its own playful flare,” says Leigh.

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Leigh and Hahn let the home speak for itself, using restraint in terms of deconstruction and preserving a lot of the cool mid-century charm. The fireplaces exude warmth beyond raising the temperature.

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“There were sections of wood paneling, original to the home, that inspired a lot of the design. Funny enough, during deconstruction, the original paneling completely fell apart," says Hahn. "We ended up rebuilding it, in a way that was more flattering to the space, and made it feel much more elevated.”

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Bold natural stones are used in the kitchen and bath. “ It really gave a playful texture and refined the design in a way that really helped the final product sing,” says Hahn.

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This green on green is spectacular. Bathrooms are drenched in marble, and architectural details throughout give the home a luxury vibe while still feeling not too fussy and precious. "It's less uptight than contemporary but still playful and bold," says Hahn. Moody vignettes throughout add personality and uniqueness too.

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“We are known for combining styles that aren't necessarily supposed to be friends, but end up playing well together.” They did that a lot here with lighting and textures. "We would say it ended up being a more transitional style, which blends contemporary and traditional. Transitional style fuses a combination of modern and classic," says Hahn.

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Thank you to House of Rolison for this stunning peek! Here are some BEFORE photos - eek!

BEFORE 

BEFORE: Vaulted ceilings were roughly painted and the dated ceiling fan doesn't help the original design.

BEFORE: The kitchen was closed in and in desperate need of an upgrade.

BEFORE: The house has a sad exterior with old paint, exposed brick (not the good kind) and landscaping that needed some love.

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Here's part of the house exterior today -- beautiful and inviting!

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Anne Hathaway's The Idea of You just debuted with a 100 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, and now we're even more excited to see this 2024 movie! Anne's talked about her husband Adam Shulman during some of the press for the movie, which has us asking the question, "Who is Adam Shulman and how did they meet?" Well you might be interested to find out it's actually super similar to the onscreen meet-cute in her newest film.

In The Idea of You, we see two characters meet and fall in love at a music festival (Coachella to be specific). Well, you wouldn't believe it but Hathaway and Shulman's real life meet-cute is not that far off! Although Shulman wasn't in a boy band and Hathaway wasn't an eager audience member, they were both at film festival in Palm Springs when they met. Hmmm, coincidence right?!

Now fast forward to 2024, and Hathaway and Shulman are still together and as in love as ever! Hathaway said in a recent interview with Drew Barrymore, "I’m my own person, he’s his own person, and we choose to be together because we believe we make each other better and this union is something we both want to participate in." We're obsessed with them and we know that once you hear about their incredible love story, you will be too. See their full relationship timeline below!

Who is Anne Hathaway's husband Adam Shulman?

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Adam Shulman is Anne Hathaway's husband of 14 years, and father to their two children, Jonathan (8) and Jack (4). While they've been happily married since 2012, he and their children remain mostly out of the spotlight. Here's what we do know: Shulman's been an actor since the early 2000s, he produced Hathaway's Song One, and he's now primarily a jewelry designer (he actually designed Hathaway's engagement ring himself). They're also both native New Yorkers, born and raised!

A Full Relationship Timeline of Anne Hathaway & Husband Adam Shulman

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April 2008 — Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman Meet At A Palm Springs Film Festival

Anne Hathaway & her husband met through mutual friends at a film festival in Palm Springs in 2008, and Hathaway thought he was "the one" almost immediately. "I knew from the second I met him that he was the love of my life," she tells Harper's Bazaar UK. And after they met, their connection grew even stronger. Hathaway has talked about how her trust was broken in a previous relationship so falling in love with Shulman was a "ridiculous joyride."

After months of dating and being seen out and about by the paparazzi, the pair started attending award shows together in the latter portion of 2008. By January 2009, Shulman accompanied Hathaway, alongside her brother, to an event where she received the Desert Palm Achievement award for her work on Rachel Getting Married.

In an interview with Vogue, Hathaway says they "hit it off immediately, but it took us a pretty long time to get together." Well, we suppose the saying is true that when you know...you know. And clearly Hathaway was smitten immediately!

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November 2011 to September 2012 — Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman Get Engaged and Tie the Knot

After three happy years of dating, the couple's rep confirmed they were engaged after Anne Hathaway was spotted wearing an engagement ring in early November 2011. In multiple interviews throughout the remainder of the year, Hathaway gushed about her new fiancée, and how content she was.

Then the couple said "I do" at a lovely ceremony along the stunning coast of Big Sur, California on September 29, 2012. According to The Hollywood Reporter, they had a luxurious ceremony at a private estate with 150 guests — talk about a BIG wedding! The guest list was reportedly made up of friends and family, meaning there were almost no celebrities or people from the industry invited. We love how private they are!

In the months following their wedding, Anne Hathaway won the 2013 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Les Misérables. Before accepting the award, Hathaway turned to embrace and kiss her date, hubby Adam Shulman. Later in her speech, Anne Hathaway says, "I want to thank my husband, by far and away the greatest moment of my life was when you walked into it. I love you so much."

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January 2016 — Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman Are Expecting Their First Child

After being married for a few years, the pair announced they were pregnant with their first child! The news broke with the pair celebrating what looked like a Hawaiian beach baby-moon. In an Instagram post celebrating her pregnancy, Hathaway says, "Posting a bikini pic is a little out of character for me, but just now while I was at the beach I noticed I was being photographed. I figure if this kind of photo is going to be out in the world it should at least be an image that makes me happy (and be one that was taken with my consent. And with a filter)."

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July 2019 — Anne Hathaway and Husband Adam Shulman Are Pregnant With Baby #2

After baby Jonathan comes baby #2, Jack! And this time, Anne Hathaway took it upon herself to announce her own pregnancy via Instagram once more. "It’s not for a movie...⁣⁣#2," the star says in the caption. "All kidding aside, for everyone going through infertility and conception hell, please know it was not a straight line to either of my pregnancies. Sending you extra love."

Anne Hathaway has talked multiple times about how she really struggled with infertility. "Each time I was trying to get pregnant and it wasn’t going my way, someone else would manage to conceive," she says in an interview with theDaily Mail. "I knew intellectually that it didn’t happen just to torment me, but to be honest, it felt a little bit like it did."

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December 2023 — Anne Hathaway Talks About Her Matching Tattoo With Her Husband

Today, Anne Hathaway & husband Adam Shulman maintain a fairly private life. Despite not divulging too much information in recent years, Hathaway recently revealed she actually shares a matching tattoo with her husband! "We actually have a tattoo," she tells Drew Barrymore. "The idea is that individually we’re whole, but together we’re more."

The star showed off her ink where you can see what resembles a "W" for "whole" one way, and "M" for "more" when flipped around. The actress continues, "I’m my own person. He’s his own person and we choose to be together because we believe we make each other better. And this union is something we both want to participate in.” Although they're their own independent people, they love connecting as a team because they're stronger together than they are separate. We love that sweet sentiment!

We're obsessed with this matching tattoo idea and think it is the perfect sign of their beautiful love story. We bet you're as in love with them as we are!

Anne Hathaway's Latest Film Release:

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Based on the novel The Idea of You by Robinne Lee, Anne Hathaway's new movie follows a mom who takes a mother-daughter trip to a music festival and falls in love with the young singer in a boy band. ConsideringThe Idea Of You debuted with a Rotten Tomatoes score of 100 percent, audience members and critics alike are obsessing over this latest, new romance movie and we know we will be too. The spring movie will be available to stream and watch on Amazon Prime May 2nd and we can definitely say we will be tuning in for this one!

Check back here for the latest news on Anne Hathaway's husband and check out The Latest On Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's Relationship for more romance!

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IKEA is well-known for its minimal, affordable Scandinavian-inspired design. It introduced us to the POÄNG armchair and the Kallax Shelf Unit, and plenty of other clean, white, and birch-filled furniture. And while those practical pieces have served us well through the neutral-heavy design years (and college days to boot), 2024 is bringing on a bolder, retro-inspired IKEA that we adore. This colorful relaunch of timeless designs, AKA the fourth drop in its vintage-inspired Nytillverkad collection, pays homage to 1970s flower power and channels optimism, free-spiritedness and environmental awakening through color and textile design. The fourth drop of Nytillverkad will be available online and in IKEA stores globally beginning April 1, 2024. Check it out below, plus items you can buy today!

A bright palette and cute floral motifs reign in this new collection. Find floral bedding, comfortable seating, candle holders, vases, pillows, and more!

The floral pattern MAJSOL was first seen on IKEA bedspreads and blinds in 1971 and was a huge success. Now the flowers bloom again on the KRANSMALVA duvet cover sets in yellow and orange.

The SJÄLSÖ armchair in solid pine is a new version of the classical safari chair. The strong, sand-colored supporting fabric makes up both seat and backrest. Add the SANDETERNELL cushion covers for extra coziness! The plant stand has a removable tray and was inspired by one introduced in 1962.

Create bags, pillows, patches and accessories with the SANDETERNELL pre-cut fabric.

The steel-tube ÖNNESTAD chair, inspired by a 1972 version, is reimagined with large, soft cushions and a seat with a comfortable bounce, plus high-strength steel.

The DYKARKLOCKA pendant lampshade is inspired by a design from 1964 with a lighter weight and and seven veneer rings instead of nine.

Look out for the whole fourth drop of Nytillverkad online and in stores on April 1, 2024! No joke!

Shop These Nytillverkad Items Now

The LÖVBACKEN Table, originally launched in 1956, gets a makeover of its leaf design in three bold new colors.

The TUVKORNELL Candle Holder is straight out of the 80s and their future is bright.

Fifty years after it first launched, this DOMSTEN Stool has a new name and new standout colors.

This iconic KULTURSKOG Plant Stand, available in light green and classic black, is great for more than just plants. Add picture frames, books and candles.

Sign up for our weekend scroll for more can't-miss home decor drops!

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It’s 2024, and though the drive-thru is an adequate solution for resolving morning munchiesor midnight hunger pangs, there are better ways to go about getting your hands on a little snack. Most of what we spend money on elsewhere can be perfected right at home, oftentimes with a lot less effort than you’d think!

These fast food copycat recipes prove it – everything from a homemade Taco Bell Crunchwrap to Chick-fil-A nuggets awaits you, using only a handful of ingredients! Scroll for the best drive-thru dupes around.

McDonald's Copycat Recipes

Vegan McDonald's Double Cheeseburger

Vegan pals – since we're still waiting to grub on a plant-based McDonald's burger in the states, you can prep these friendly Big Macs using all vegan ingredients to get a taste of the fast food goodness. (via The Edgy Veg)

Healthier McDonald's McGriddle

Our mouths water for a McGriddle. Fluffy pancakes envelop a thick stack of cheese, eggs, and bacon for a savory-sweet A.M. snack. In this fast food copycat recipe, things are made a tad healthier – mostly because it's not coming directly from a drive-thru! (via Rachel Mansfield)

Vegan McDonald's McChicken

You can make *more* vegan treats than just a Big Mac. In this fast food copycat recipe, you craft your own 'chicken' patties using yeast, seasonings, and veggie broth so every bite is bursting with that McDonald's-like flavor. (via The Edgy Veg)

Meal Prep McDonald's Egg McMuffins

You'll be forsaken to ever visit another McDonald's for breakfast again. You can thank these copycat Egg McMuffins that can be effortlessly built ahead of time as meal prep – score! (via The Girl On Bloor)

Vegan McDonald's Chicken Nuggets

The best part about McD's nuggs is the crunchy, crispy coating that surrounds a plush inside. These plant-based pieces emulate that same texture with ease! (via The Edgy Veg)

McDonald's Shamrock Shake

McDonald's minty Shamrock Shake is addictive, but the sad side is that it's only available seasonally around St. Patrick's Day. With this fast food copycat recipe, you can prep it year-round! Plus, you can put as much whipped cream on your drink as your heart desires! (via Brit + Co)

Vegan McDonald's Chicken Big Mac

Vegan chicken strikes again in this fast food copycat recipe, this time, folded into soft bread buns and stacks of plant-based cheese, secret sauce, and fresh lettuce. (via The Edgy Veg)

Starbucks Food Copycat Recipes

Starbucks Medicine Ball Drink

Just 4 ingredients and about 5 minutes will yield you a big ol' mug of the delicious Medicine Ball drink from Starbucks! This sipper also makes a great option for sick days and cold winters. (via Brit + Co)

Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

Becoming your own barista is actually so fun, and drinks like the Peppermint Mocha aren't challenging at all to make yourself. Plus, DIY-ing your coffee means you control the sweetness, creaminess, and ingredients as much as you want, so you end up with a drink that really can't be beat elsewhere. (via Brit + Co)

Starbucks Caramel Brûlée Latte

Instead of waiting an entire calendar year for the Starbucks holiday menu to hit again, you can craft your very own seasonal drinks! Use this copycat recipe for the fan-famous Caramel Brûlée Latte for a taste of the most wonderful time of the year – all year long. (via Brit + Co)

Starbucks Eggnog Latte

The same goes for the Eggnog Latte! Since being nixed from Starbucks menus across the US, we've been desperately missing the drink, especially around winter time. Luckily, there are fast food copycat recipes like this one we've created to keep the cravings at bay. Check it out! (via Brit + Co)

Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars

Never miss out on a seasonal Starbucks item again with fast food copycat recipes like this. These cranberry-based treats are coated in a delicious homemade icing that's way better than the OG. (via Culinary Hill for Brit + Co)

Starbucks Lemon Loaf

Boasting the perfect balance between sweet and punchy, this DIY lemon loaf recipe beats out waiting in the drive-thru by many miles. The fresh ingredients make all the difference, plus you'll end up with numerous slices instead of just one, saving some $$$ along the way. (via Half Baked Harvest for Brit + Co)

Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

The BSSO from Starbucks is a menu icon, and it only takes a handful of ingredients to make one on your own! (via Hello Little Home)

Starbucks Egg Bites

Starbucks' sous vide egg bites have us in a chokehold, not going to lie. But after learning they can be recreated in a matter of minutes at home has us thinking in other ways. To make these, combine eggs with your choice of veggies and meat, and bake in a shallow tray of water! (via The Girl On Bloor)

Starbucks Pumpkin Bread

These treats also have us in a chokehold – it's safe to say Starbies just has that effect. Your $5 order of pumpkin bread is transformed into an entirely more budget-friendly option while still retaining a satisfying taste on the flavor front. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Starbucks Spinach Feta Wrap

SFW, FTW. The Spinach Feta Wrap combines the good greens, tomato pieces, egg whites, and feta for morning time fuel. Luckily, you don't have to make a stop on your way to work for the iconic wrap anymore. This fast food copycat recipe does the job! (via Rachel Mansfield)

Chipotle Copycat Recipes

Chipotle Sofritas

Having your own BYO Chipotle bowl night could be a super fun dinner party idea – you bring the Sofritas, and your friends supply the veg! (via The Girl On Bloor)

Chipotle Hot Salsa

Don't forget to spice things up – it's what makes Chipotle, well, Chipotle! Whether you're more of a mild gal, or a hot-hot-hot lover, you can really control how much *punch* goes into this fast food copycat recipe. (via Culinary Hill)

Chipotle Guacamole

With this copycat, guac will never cost extra. (via Culinary Hill)

Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice

The *iconic* cilantro-lime rice from the chain gets the at-home treatment in just 5 easy steps. (via Culinary Hill)

Panera Bread Copycat Recipes

Panera Chicken Noodle Soup

For cooler nights, this Panera Bread copycat recipe supplies the most optimal levels of warmth and flavor. Chunky noodles, tender chicken, and soup veggies have never made a better cozy dinner. (via Cilantro Parsley)

Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese

This fast food copycat recipe is to. die. for. Get ready to dig your spoon into this thick, creamy, cheesy mixture – made all without having to leave the house! (via Cozy Cravings)

Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

The smokes gouda and roasted bell peppers are crucial to the Chicken Avocado Melt's build. A fancy sandwich is guaranteed to hit the spot, and it's added bonus that this one emulates Panera. (via The Girl On Bloor)

Taco Bell Copycat Recipes

Healthier Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme

This delectable build is *exactly* like the Taco Bell version, except the fresh ingredients make it a better, healthier bite. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Tacos

A crunch is exactly what you need from a taco. This recipe layers crunchy and soft tortillas and crisps them up to perfection! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Wendy's Copycat Recipes

Wendy's Chili

You're going to want some salty fries to pair with this bold chili. This fast food copycat recipe recreates the textures of Wendy's chili to a tee. (via The Girl On Bloor)

Wendy's Taco Salad

Take things a step further and add your Wendy's copycat chili to a bed of salad that's fitted with cheese, tomatoes, sour cream, and crunchy corn chips. (via The Girl On Bloor)

P.F. Chang's Copycat Recipes

P.F. Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps are all we know from P.F. Chang's – because they're really all you need. They're fresh and pack super crunchy bites each time, especially when you make 'em at home! (via The Girl On Bloor)

P.F. Chang's Mongolian Beef

This tasty copycat recipe would be an amazing make for when you're craving takeout on the weekend. Bursting with notes of garlic, ginger, and sesame, this savory select is too good to ignore. (via Averie Cooks)

Shake Shack Copycat Recipes

Shake Shack Burger

Prep a copycat Shake Shack burger alongside some crinkle-cut fries for the best Friday night dinner ever. (via The Girl On Bloor)

Domino's Copycat Recipes

Vegan Domino's Cinna Stix

Now, for something sweet. This copycat recipe takes Cinna Stix for a deliciously ooey-gooey vegan spin! (via No Eggs Or Ham)

Olive Garden Copycat Recipes

Vegan Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana

For soup season, this Zuppa just hits differently. Each spoonful plays around creaminess and spice! (via Veggie Society)

Panda Express Copycat Recipes

Panda Express Beijing Beef

When the Panda cravings creep in, this Beijing Beef copycat recipe steps in with the heat. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Chick-fil-A Copycat Recipes

Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets and Sauce

The chicken nuggets from Chick-fil-A are incomparable to many others, especially when they're dunked in special sauce. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Chick-fil-a Mac and Cheese

It's basic knowledge that the mac and cheese from Chick-fil-A is pure heaven, but sometimes you don't wanna spend money on it! This recipe delivers all the cheesiness and creaminess you know and love from the popular side. (via The Fast Recipe)

Chick-fil-A Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich

The Chick-fil-A Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich is sooo yum. It's bursting with fried chicken, pimento cheese, pickles, and a sweet honey sauce. The menu item was only available for a limited time, but with this recipe, you can make it all the dang time! (via A Spicy Perspective)

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Each month I tell myself there's no way I'm going to fall in love with new rom-com or self improvement books, but somehow I always do. Between BookTokand book club discoveries, I can't get enough of all the talented authors out there. It seems like there are endless tales of romantic mishaps, pop cultural hot takes, and high-stakes mysteries with endings that leave me reeling. That's honestly what makes reading so much fun!

If you need a new dose of romance — or a social commentary that makes you reevaluate your relationship with overthinking — check out these 9 must-read books coming in April! In case you can't get enough, be sure to review the hot new books from March!

Must-Read New Books Coming In April 2024

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Old Flames and New Fortunesby Sarah Hogle (April 2)

Romina Tempest has been using her magical gift to create beauty and romantic love around her, even if said love is evading her. It's been like this for the past decade, but she's learned to live with the decision that ended her chance at romance.

Creating magic in her floral shop, Romina can't help but get excited when she learns about a dream angel investor's upcoming (and very prestigious) wedding. Cooking up an elaborate scheme to help her business, she and her co-worker Trevor decide to pretend they're in a relationship.

Things go fairly well until she realizes Trevor knows the man responsible for her love deficit: Alex King. It's a recipe for disaster, but maybe a bit of magic can help.

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Just For the Summerby Abby Jimenez (April 2)

Justin and Emma are in the same predicament: every person they date seems to end up in a successful relationship after dating them. Unfortunately for Justin, everyone knows. However, they hope that dating each other will undo whatever omen is hovering over their chance at love.

Over the summer, they spend time together on Lake Minnetonka and become wrapped up in each other's lives. From an overbearing mother to a sudden change in family dynamics, Emma and Justin begin to suspect their mutual bad luck in love may not have been so bad after all.

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An Inconvenient Wife by Karen E. Olson (April 2)

Kate Parker was Hank Tudor's efficient assistant before she took on the role of wife #6. She knows about his previous marriages, but she's too busy enjoying the beginning of their relationship. Before she can fully enjoy their honeymoon, their plans are interrupted when a dead woman is discovered near Hank's vacation home. The twisted part about this death is that it isn't the first time a headless body has shown up.
Kate finds herself on the other side of Hank Tudor's life, where there are countless secrets and his demeanor grows colder with every question she has. With the help of his fourth wife Anna Klein, she beings uncovering the truth behind these deaths, and how far the wealthy will go to get rid of scandal or competition.

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The Husbandsby Holly Gramazio (April 2)

Lauren feels like she'd remember whether she was married or not, but the people around her are convinced she's always had a husband: Michael. Sadly, she's having trouble proving she doesn't know who he is because there are too many signs that they've been together.

In the midst of her confusion, Michael disappears into the attic and a new husband appears for Lauren. She watches in fascination as life slowly tweaks to accommodate this new marriage, and she wonders how many lives she's able to live. The more husbands Lauren sees, the more she realizes that jumping from one marriage to the next may not be worth it. That finding one version of happy is enough.

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Daughter of Mine by Megan Miranda (April 9)

Hazel Sharp has a complicated relationship with Mirror Lake. It's the place she grew up, but she's got conflicted feelings about her mother's sudden disappearance and the unshakable feeling that one of her brothers really doesn't like her. When she's forced to come back after her father dies, Hazel has to deal with suddenly inheriting his house — and wondering why a car was discovered in their backyard lake.

She knows she should probably leave it alone, but Hazel can't help but feel like it's time to uncover what happened to her mother. What'll she discover is far worse than anything she could've imagined.

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The Age of Magical Overthinkingby Amanda Montell (April 9)

Have you noticed you have a tendency to overthink? Join the party because we've all been living in an analytical bubble, but there may be hope! In The Age of Magical Overthinking, author Amanda Montell breaks down the things we tend to overthink and why they occupy our brain so much.

From celebrity worship to a hilarious chapter about Mercury Retrograde, she talks about the way we relate to pop culture and life around us in a way that's easy to understand. And, she makes it clear that she's still an optimist who believes there's a method to our supposed irrationality.

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Funny Storyby Emily Henry (April 23)

Funny Story is the latest Emily Henry book that's been on my radar for a while! Daphne feels like she has the perfect love story with her fiancé Peter, but he decides his love story should actually involve his best friend Petra — and then leaves Daphne before their wedding. Facing this unfortunate news, Daphne decides there's no use in wallowing and moves forward with her life in Waning Bay, Michigan.

Faced with the reality she's back to a single income, she moves in with Miles Nowak...Petra's ex. Sparks don't immediately fly until one fateful day convinces them to play a long game of pretend. After receiving invites to their exes' wedding, Daphne and Miles decide to find "love" in each other, and to put everything on display for the world to see. After all, it's the best way to rub something in Peter and Petra's faces. But, feelings don't always know when people are pretending and this duo quickly forms a bond, whether that was a part of the plan or not.

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The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl (April 23)

Stella isn't the first person you'd call to go on a spontaneous trip, but life — and her deceased mother's inheritance — nudge her to explore life beyond what she knows. Reluctantly traveling to Paris, Stella doesn't enjoy the city at first. She'd rather find a comfortable rhythm she's used to until she crosses paths with a gorgeous vintage Dior dress she can't bring herself to walk away from.

Intrigued by the way it makes her feel (and the confidence it gives her), Stella decides she's ready to see what life has to offer, and the people and experiences she encounter encourage her to grab life by the horns. At the center of her renewed sense for living is the discovery that she truly feels alive when indulging in delicious food, art, and literature.

The more she allows herself to live, the more Stella is able to understand who she is and how her identity is connected to the past.

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