I first discovered Young Adult books when I supervised teen volunteers at the library where I first worked as a Children's Librarian in Florida. The teens were always recommending books to me, and most of the time I really enjoyed the read. Later, when my children reached their teens, I began recommending books to them. I remember when my daughter and I both read Twilight at … [Read more...] about Why I love YA
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Book Review: The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore by William Joyce
I have to admit to a bias before I give my review of this book. I absolutely love books. I read books. I collect books. I decorate with books. I blog about books. I review books. I tweet about books. I talk animatedly about books. And....I'm a librarian. So, naturally, I related to the message of this book which was to enjoy your books but not to the point of missing out on … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore by William Joyce
For discussion: Blogging Tip Question
I recently read some blogging tips on a fellow blogger's site (Girl Who Reads) that were given by a literary and marketing agent. Her very first tip was to pick one genre and stick to it. As a librarian and reader of many genres, I was immediately confounded. It was a good tip for being noticed by publishers, but I have no idea what I would focus on. Mystery, Romance, Christian … [Read more...] about For discussion: Blogging Tip Question
I am not addicted to books!
I'm not going to tell you how many books I own. I'm almost embarrassed to say. (If you really want to know, find me on LibraryThing.com). I keep saying I can stop buying books at any time, especially now that I receive so many free review copies. My resolve seldom lasts very long, however. For example, I had to buy the commemorative edition of A Wrinkle in Time that was … [Read more...] about I am not addicted to books!
The Dusty Book Challenge
If you're behind on your reading (which I perpetually am), consider signing up for the Dusty Book Challenge (see the button at the bottom of my home page). One industrious blogger has decided to offer giveaways and prizes as incentives to read those books that have been gathering dust on the shelf. I have many books that qualify; among them are the last three Sue Grafton books. … [Read more...] about The Dusty Book Challenge