This middle grade graphic novels features the author's own memories and experiences dealing with the physical manifestation of anxiety. The accessible message paired with the bravery and kindness of the characters makes this an ideal read for the stressors of today's world. SYNOPSIS A true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling,... Continue Reading →
The Okay Witch by Emma Steinkellner
A middle grade graphic novel that speaks to the power of communication in families. I couldn't love Moth Hush more if she used her magic to make a million copies of herself. SYNOPSIS A School Library Journal Best Graphic Novel of 2019! Sabrina the Teenage Witch meets Roller Girl in this hilarious, one-of-a-kind graphic novel... Continue Reading →
Sunday Comics: March 22, 2020
Whether you are a fan of The Awkward Yeti or have never experienced the anthropomorphic delights of Nick Seluk's body parts, How I Broke Up With My Colon, will have your gut giggling. I read it once and immediately again! I have been a fan of The Awkward Yeti comics since the first time I saw adorable Gallbladder holding his... Continue Reading →
Scot Under the Covers by Suzanne Enoch
The second in this historical romance series from New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Enoch is sure to make you feel Scot under the collar. A strong hero, a smart heroine, and a truly despicable villain make this regency romance a true delight! SYNOPSIS In Scot Under the Covers, a resourceful English lady and a hot-blooded... Continue Reading →
WWW Wednesday: January 29, 2020
Welcome to WWW Wednesday! My favorite meme was last hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and has found a new home with Sam @ Taking on a World of Words. Just answer the three questions below and leave a link to your post in the comments for others to look at. Don’t forget to check all... Continue Reading →
2020 Reading Goals and Challenges
I have been spending the past week thinking about my reading habits, what I want to change, and how I want to grow as a reading and reviewer. I started by looking at my successes and failures of the past year and selected challenges that would (1) not make me insane and (2) would help... Continue Reading →
Challenge Update: The Goodreads Challenge and My Favorites of 2019
This year I vowed to log every single book I read on Goodreads. I know that this sounds silly - what is the alternative? Well, what I did pre-2019 was to only log the books I was proud to read or ones that I reviewed. Which is just silly because every single book is a... Continue Reading →
The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin is the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Happiness Project. She is well regarded in the self-help circles for inspiring people to become happier and healthier through a change in mind-set and by forming positive habits. She has excellent ideas about time management and it is clear that she is hard working and... Continue Reading →
Frighteningly Good Reads #5: The Ghost Knight by Cornelia Funke
This book is perfect for readers out there who want to enjoy the spooks and specters of the haunting season without the scare. Cornelia Funke, writer of the wonderful Inkheart series, has written a number of other books I have enjoyed but Ghost Knight has the perfect feel for Frighteningly Good Reads. Eleven-year-old Jon Whitcroft never expected... Continue Reading →
Frighteningly Good Reads: Social Sunday
The whole purpose of Frighteningly Good Reads is to extend and enjoy the gorgeous month that is October. It is my favorite month culminating in my favorite holiday of all: Halloween! I am thrilled that other bloggers are joining me this year and so on Sunday this year I want to highlight all their amazing... Continue Reading →
