Posts Categorized: I read stuff

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

 

 

My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows is a treasure of a book. Maybe my favorite read this year.  A YA historical, imaginative, hilarious novel with romance and magic and hilarity … Read More

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake is a YA fantasy – first in a series – about three sister queens who have to kill each other. It’s fantastic! The characters are great; the world’s intriguing. And her … Read More

Books are Powerful

I just finished reading Homecoming by Yaa Gyasi. (This is a book for adults – not young readers.)

It is profound.

What an epic journey she set about, writing this. I am blown away by the years of work it must have required. The end result is worth every … Read More

Books for the holidays!

My kids know that every Christmas they will each open up a large box stuffed with new books. Some books in their boxes this year include:

    

 

And let me take this moment to plug a lovely picture book that would make an excellent gift for children in Kentucky or … Read More

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

Booked by Kwame Alexander

Verse novel. Middle grade. Boy deals with parents’ divorce, his love of soccer, and a girl he can’t stop thinking about. Beautiful poems that are exquisite all on their own, but together make … Read More

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

 

 

A Child of Books by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston is a book that everyone needs to see. The illustrations are an amazing blend of words and art that will take your breath away. Grab … Read More

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

Paper Hearts by Meg Wiviott

Verse novel about two girls, held prisoner at Auschwitz. Very tough to read. Gripping. Beautiful poetry. A story of hope and love in a very dark time.… Read More

Wednesday: What I’m Reading

On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.

Shuffle Repeat by Jen Klein

YA contemporary

Love the interaction between these two characters in the car on their way to school! This was hilarious and romantic and touching and I loved it.… Read More