If you just can't get enough of book lists, then you'll love this series from Publisher's Weekly. Each year, the publication reviews the top books of the previous year. They have the top books from years going all the way back to 2009. The also have a few other features for book lists. Since temperatures are starting to rise, you may be most interested in Summer Reads 2012. Usually, the summer reading books are a little less intense than books released throughout the rest of the … [Read more...]
Apr 23, 2013
The Best Books When You’re Feeling Down
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So, I don't know about you, but every now and then, I get down in the dumps a little bit. I don't know if its because of work, hormone changes, getting irritated with people, or what, but I'm not always super happy (shocking, right?) Here are some books that I like to read to help myself feel better and escape from reality for a little while: Anything in the Redwall series: These children's books are so charming. I love how rich the text is, and the … [Read more...]
Dec 11, 2012
Book List: Tearjerkers
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So, today's books are all about themes that make you cry. This isn't my favorite genre, so I haven't read all of the books on this list. However, they all receive really high ratings on the Internet for being reliable sources of tears. :-) The sad thing is, I know there are some books out there that have made me cry, I just can't remember all of their names. Oh well. First, the ones I remember reading: P.S. I Love You I have read this, and it is sad and heartbreaking. A husband dies and … [Read more...]
Dec 4, 2012
Book Lists: Classic Books that are Actually Enjoyable
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So, I don’t know about you, but most books on required reading lists make my ears bleed. I don’t know how some of those books got to be classics, but many of them are so difficult to read, or so poorly written, that they are un-enjoyable to read. A year or two ago, I tried reading and reviewing Time’s 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century, and I gave up about 10 books in, because I just could not get into any of them. So if you are like me, here is a list of classic books that won’t … [Read more...]
Nov 6, 2012
Gift Guide: Books for Reluctant Readers (of any age)
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Some people simply do not like to take the time to read. My husband is such a person. People of all ages have this problem. Kids often face this issue because they still struggle with reading fluently. A book's plot has to be pretty engaging to keep a new reader involved. I started reading for fun around the age of 8 or 9, and I never stopped. Part of what kept me reading, however, may be the fact that my mother always gave me great books to read! Anyway, here is a list of books that I think are … [Read more...]
Oct 30, 2012
Gift Guide: My Favorite Children’s Books Part 1- Pre-Readers
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There are a lot of children's books out there. There are so many, that it can get overwhelming trying to decide which ones are worth buying. So, I'm here to help you out. I have compiled a list of my favorite children's books for pre-readers, early readers, and self-sufficient readers. Of course, reading a harder book aloud at any time is encouraged! Here are the pre-reader books we love. All of these books are kid-approved by my daughter and myself throughout the years. Pat the Bunny: … [Read more...]
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