Rowlf You are a calm and quiet person, but this does not mean you are overlooked. You are easy going and a fan of the finer things in life. Your artistic flare, leads you to appreciate the arts, especially music! People are drawn to you and enjoy your sense of style. Your hospitality is flawless … Continue reading Sunday Quiz: Which Muppet Are You?
Month: May 2011
Middle Grade Book Review
Lost and Found by Andrew Clements My rating: 3 of 5 stars This was a really cute book and a great view into the lives of twins. I read this for my tween book group and I think the kids will really like it. Clements sets up a great premise with the similar names, combined … Continue reading Middle Grade Book Review
Adult Book Review….not much of one, though.
Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris My rating: 5 of 5 stars As always, LOVE IT. On to the next one! Can't wait to see Charlaine Harris at BEA in NYC!!! View all my reviews
YA Book Review
Crank by Ellen Hopkins My rating: 3 of 5 stars OK, I liked this book a lot, but I think that Burned was much better. For some reason, I didn't feel like I could identify with Kristina/Bree as much as I have with other characters, but I have also never had a crank addiction either. … Continue reading YA Book Review
Librarian Lays Down the Law
This is awesome. And yes, this is how librarians actually feel. Also, I am in love with Parker Posey.
M.O.R.P.
That's right people.....I'm havin' a MORP! This is what I wrote on the Teen Page of my Library's website. ______________________________________________________________________ MORP - it's PROM spelled Backwards! With LIVE MUSIC by: THE HOTEL YEAR Hate Prom? This is for you. Love Prom? This is for you! Dress fancy, or not. Wear a costume. Cosplay. Whatever. Come … Continue reading M.O.R.P.
Midnight Farm
While on my honeymoon on Martha's Vineyard a couple of months ago, I stopped by Midnight Farm in Vineyard Haven. I love this store because it has gorgeous clothing, furniture and various other goodies. I also try to go there every time I'm on the Island to try and catch a glimpse of the proprietor, … Continue reading Midnight Farm
>Why Libraries Are So Important
>Yesterday I got a call from a teacher at the elementary school. She called to let me know that she was starting her annual Caldecott Challenge (which involves getting her students to read as many Caldecott winning books as possible.) She also asked, a little hesitantly, if we had any books about families with 2 … Continue reading >Why Libraries Are So Important
>YA Book Review: Burned
>Burned by Ellen Hopkins My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was blown away by this book. It was incredible. And Ellen Hopkins is an amazing writer. I've heard that she's gotten some flack about topics in her books, which only makes me like her more. I was riveted from beginning to end. And luckily … Continue reading >YA Book Review: Burned
>YA Book Review: Secret Keeper
>Secret Keeper by Mitali Perkins My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this book - it was bittersweet, but such a beautiful story about the bond between sisters and the importance of family, no matter what the cost. The characters are real and the writing made me feel like I was there in India. … Continue reading >YA Book Review: Secret Keeper