2013 A to Z Challenge: Letter H = The Host With the recent release of the movie The Host, I thought I’d share my thoughts about the book. I’m a little conflicted about how I should review this book. Stephenie Meyer gets such a bad wrap in literary circles and sometimes to say you like […]
Favorite Characters | Fancy Nancy
2013-04-06 · by ·
2013 A to Z Challenge: Letter F = Fancy Nancy Have you met Fancy Nancy? She’s a pretty popular gal amongst the little girl circles, and in my opinion, for good reason. She’s a red head, that tells you something. But more importantly, she loves everything that’s embellished, chic, and sparkly. She also has a […]
Review | Crafty Chloe by Kelly DiPucchio and Heather Ross
2013-04-03 · by ·
Description: Crafty Chloe is about a young girl who is very creative decides to make a special birthday gift for her friend. Story: As someone who considers themselves relatively crafty, there were so many things about this story that I appreciated. I loved the message of the book. In looking for the perfect gift to give her […]
Review | Ballistics by Billy Collins
2013-04-02 · by ·
Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? To celebrate the beginning of National Poetry Month, and the letter B for the A to Z Challenge, I’d like to introduce you to one of my favorite poets, Billy Collins, Poet Laureate of the United States from 2001 to 2003. The New York Times has […]
Review | In the Garden by Caralyn Buehner and Brandon Dorman
2013-03-29 · by ·
Description: A couple weeks ago I started looking for some Easter picture books that were Christ-themed. I had seen a couple recommendations online and checked them all out at the library. I was fairly disappointed with all the books I found with the exception of In the Garden by Caralyn Buehner and Brandon Dorman. Story: […]
Our Favorite Bunny Picture Books
2013-03-20 · by ·
With Easter lurking right around the corner, I thought it was a perfect time to introduce you to some of our favorite bunny characters: Big & Little Nutbrown Hare from Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram. Many people have become familiar with this tender father, son duo. Little Nutbrown […]
Review | Press Here by Herve Tullet
2013-03-15 · by ·
Description: Fasten your safety belts before opening the cover of this interactive picture book. Each page of Press Here requires the readers participation and guarantees to take you on a wild ride. Story: Wowsa! After one reading, this picture book immediately became one of my favorites. My daughter loved it too. Each page has instructions of […]
Review | Our Best Bites: Mormon Moms in the Kitchen by Sara Wells and Kate Jones
2013-03-14 · by ·
It’s Pi Day people. March 14th. You know, mathematics, circumference, Pi=3.14. Pi Day is meant to be a day where we all celebrate mathematics. I’ve never found much of a reason to celebrate math, but if it means pie, they hey, I’m all in. One of my favorite desserts is a cheesecake, and although it’s […]
Review | Pope Joan by Donna Woolfolk Cross
2013-03-13 · by ·
In light of today’s announcement of a new pope, Pope Francis (Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina), I thought I’d share a book with you that I loved. If you’re into conspiracy theories, this is a book for you. Pope Joan’s existence has been denied by the Catholic Church for hundreds and hundreds of years, but her […]
Review | Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
2013-03-13 · by ·
Karou has never known who her parents are or where she comes from. Her earliest memories are of being raised by Brimstone, a creatures called a chimaera. Chimaera are a mix of human and animal bodies. Brimstone runs a mysterious shop where traders come to barter with animal and human teeth for wishes. Between her […]
