

Books from Black Rose Writing to Read in July 2025
Brandon Keller: High Stakes, High Tension, and a Thrilling Debut When Brandon Keller was in his early twenties, he seriously considered becoming a professional poker player. He studied strategy, tracked his win rates, and dreamed...
BLAST.tv Austin Major Electrifies Counter-Strike 2 Fans in a Landmark North American Showing
This year’s Austin Counter-Strike 2 Major was a huge moment for North American esports. Hosted at the Moody Center, it marked the first CS Major ever held in Texas. Thousands of fans came together June...
Live Music, Barbecue & Fireworks: July 4th Weekend at Omni Barton Creek
This July 4th weekend, trade city lights for starlit skies and firework displays at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, where the magic of summer comes alive in the Texas Hill Country. Barton Creek Live...
Celebrate National Wine Day with Pedernales Cellar
Make a Toast to the Environment at Pedernales Cellars, a Pioneering Texas Hill Country Winery For a Texan, there are many good reasons to drink Texas wine. It is delicious, it is local, and increasingly,...
5 Pet Friendly Texas Restaurants to Take Your Dog This Summer
With summer's arrival, there are no shortages of amazing dog-friendly restaurants to visit throughout Texas. To keep your pup comfortable, choose a restaurant with plenty of shade or plan your visit during the cooler parts...
Above the Clouds: A Weekend Getaway to Cloudland at McLemore Resort
Sometimes, the best way to reset is to rise above it all — literally. Perched 2,300 feet above sea level on Lookout Mountain in northwest Georgia, Cloudland at McLemore Resort offers an escape that feels...
Inside Mexico City’s Chicest New Hotel: Alexander Hotel Redefines Summer Travel
There’s a certain level of sophistication and counter-cultural self-awareness that sets Mexico City apart from other summer destinations. With ideal temperatures hovering between 70 and 85 degrees, a thriving gastronomy scene, and a region rich...
Texas Music Roundup: 3 Texas Artists You Need to Know This Summer
From soulful songwriting to high-energy Zydeco, these Texas artists are making waves across the Lone Star State and beyond. Whether they’re playing local stages or bringing their sound to national audiences, each musician brings something...
Escape to Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa for a Relaxing Summer Retreat
Summer travel in Texas can be a grind. From the backed-up stretch of I-35 between Dallas and San Antonio, to the crowded Buc-ee’s, and the congested river floats and Six Flags lines that stretch for...
The Retreat Costa Rica: A Wellness Paradise in Central America
Busy working Texans often daydream about pausing life’s regularly scheduled programming of work, home, and family responsibilities while pondering the perfect escape for a digital detox in a lush oasis ideal for self-care and rejuvenation. ...
Taking the Scenic Route to Applegate Valley, Oregon
For wine connoisseurs, family farm fans, paragliders, hikers, and wanderlust adventurers, the Applegate Valley, is a wonderland waiting to fulfill each type of traveler’s dreams. Located in Southern Oregon, within the Rouge Valley and the...
Coolcation, Anyone? Why Bellevue, Washington, Should Be Your Next Summer Escape
With triple digits already creeping in for many of us this summer, it’s officially time to embrace the coolest travel trend out there — coolcations. There’s no better place to cool off than Bellevue, Washington....
Beyond the Stage: How Mikki Daniel Balances Music, Horses and Historical Fiction
Multiple award-winning Mikki Daniel is a remarkable figure in the world of Western and country music whose roots run deep into the golden era of the 1940s. Swing artist and country singer-songwriter, Mikki Daniel,...
Riding into the Sunset at Villa Santa Cruz
Just before we mounted up for a sunset ride along the Pacific, it was already clear: the horses at Villa Santa Cruz aren’t just well cared for — they’re respected. “These horses are the most...
Go Wild for National Zoo Month: 5 Texas Zoos to Visit with Your Family
June is National Zoo Month – celebrate by visiting your favorite zoo. Summer is the perfect time to explore the wild wonders of Texas. With 29 zoos and aquariums across the state, there’s no shortage...
Father’s Day Finds: 15 Cool Gifts for Every Kind of Dad
Looking for something cooler than a tie this Father’s Day? We’ve got you covered with a gift guide full of downright awesome picks that’ll make Dad feel appreciated — and maybe even a little spoiled....
Discover Prana Maya Island Resort
Escape to an island with endless views of sea and sky, delightful dining, indulgent spa treatments, and recreational options on land and sea. Make this the most memorable summer ever at the newest resort in...
Texas Writers Month: Celebrating Authors from the Lone Star State
May is Texas Writers Month! First celebrated in 1994, Texas Writers Month was created to promote and support literary talent across the Lone Star State. Join us in celebrating the gifted authors contributing to Texas’s...
Discover the Best Independent Bookstores in Texas
Independent Bookstore Day, celebrated on April 26, is the perfect opportunity to explore Texas's vibrant literary scene. Texas is home to a diverse selection of independent bookstores for every kind of reader. If you want...
5 Minutes with Rising Country Singer Hudson Westbrook
In the past year, Hudson Westbrook has taken the country music scene by storm. A self-taught singer-songwriter, his first single Take it Slow took social media by storm and Hudson has not slowed down since. ...
Texas Lifestyle Magazine Lakehouse Debuts Making Living Great in the Lone Star State a Reality
Located on the banks of Meadow Lake in Sequin, Texas, Texas Lifestyle Magazine is excited to announce the official TLM Lakehouse! Guests can now relax in this beautiful custom built luxurious “tree house” with lakefront...
Storytelling, But Make It Visual with 3rd + Lamar
Austin-based performance marketing agency is making sure authors are ready for their close-up. If you think writing a book is hard, try promoting one in 2025. Today’s authors are expected to post on TikTok, charm...
Books from Black Rose Writing to Read in June 2025
Emerald Necklace by Linda Rosen Fitness Professional turned novelist, Linda Rosen’s multi-generational novel, The Emerald Necklace, is set between 1969 and 1971. Women are fighting for equality. Rosalee, an insecure sculptor, and Fran, a best-selling...