Brianna Blaylock Rusche has turned her lifelong love of reading into Booked by Lilleigh, a home-based business that helps readers discover their next favorite book through curated "Blind Date with a Book" packages and book-themed gift boxes. Since launching the business in July 2024, Rusche has shared her passion for books with customers throughout the community.

The centerpiece of the business is its Blind Date with a Book experience. Each book is wrapped so the title remains a surprise, with only the genre and a few hints or tropes revealed to help readers choose their next adventure.

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