On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.
You know how you pick up a book and know nothing about it except for the fact that maybe that particular author’s books are always amazing, with rich characters and a great voice? And then … Read More
As if I needed one more reason to fall in love with the state of Vermont.
(Also, Vermont + librarian is like peanut butter + chocolate. You can’t get a better combination of wonderful things.)… Read More
Three bits of excitement –
1. Caminar will be released as an audiobook this fall. I’m thrilled to see Christian Barillas as the narrator for this project for three equally important reasons – 1. Christian was born in Guatemala. 2. He is crazy talented and specifically has an amazing voice … Read More
Just got back from a road trip that ended in New Orleans. Love that city.… Read More
I love when someone writes the heck out of a sentence. On Thursdays, I try to post some of my favorites.
“If you stare at the center of the universe, there is a coldness there. A blankness.
Ultimately, the universe doesn’t care about us.
Time doesn’t care about … Read More
Ricardo Arjona and Gaby Moreno – Fuiste tú
Lovely song. Gorgeous scenery.
I crazy love moss.… Read More
I love it when someone writes the heck out of a sentence. On Thursdays, I try to post some of my favorites.
“‘Everyone has parents,’ Bob explains. ‘It’s unavoidable.’”
~Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan
On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.
This week, I have to mention The Meaning of Maggie by Megan Jean Sovern.
In general, I think book trailers are often pretty lame. This is the first time I’ve read a book because I fell … Read More
Carlos thinks about a marimba in Caminar, when he’s asked if he likes music. Have you ever heard anyone play the marimba?
Here’s a taste:
I’ve never been to Guatemala without wishing for some way to buy one and bring it back to where I live. They are beautiful … Read More
