I love retellings and adaptions of classics, legends, fairy-tales and mythology. I read so many of them I can spot them a mile away! Anne and Henry was such an unexpected read! I was hooked just looking at the book cover! I have had a long time obsession with The Tudors and we all know […]
All American Boys by Jason Reynolds & Brendan Kiely
I was so excited when I heard of this collaboration between Jason Reynolds & Brendan Kiely. All American Boys hits all the hot buttons of society today. Told in alternating points of view, in clear black and white, AAB is sure to be censored, sure to be challenged, sure to be a classic. Powerful and […]
The Growing Diversity in YA Novels! #IReadYA #WeNeedDiverseBooks
In the past few years, we have seen a growing trend in diverse YA novels. We are seeing more and more books written about people with different backgrounds, ethnicity, cultures BY writers of diverse backgrounds, ethnicity, cultures and it’s ABOUT TIME! Here are a few Diverse books, rich with culture that I have really enjoyed. […]
Sunday Spotlight! Spelled by Betsy Schow Excerpt & Giveaway!
Fairy Tale Survival Rule #32: If you find yourself at the mercy of a wicked witch, sing a romantic ballad and wait for your Prince Charming to save the day. Yeah, no thanks. Dorthea is completely princed out. Sure being the crown princess of Emerald has its perks―like Glenda Original ball gowns and Hans Christian […]
Celebrate Children’s Book Week!
What is Children’s Book Week? May 4-10, 2015 — the 96th anniversary! Children’s Book Week is the annual celebration of books for young people and the joy of reading. Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, commemorative events are held nationwide at schools, libraries, bookstores, […]
Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy…FOREVER
Today we celebrate the 202nd book birthday of Pride & Prejudice! A while back, I posted a picture on another blog I review for that said “You can keep Mr. Grey, I’m sticking with Mr. Darcy” and to my dismay, several people commented stating they had no clue who Mr. Darcy was! As a Jane […]