I love reading to my kids. I love (hopefully) instilling a love for the written word in them while they are young (their daddy hates reading and hates books—I can’t let that trait pass on to them can I?). This month we’re reading a fun book about a spunky little boy name Rasmus. Written by the same author as Pippi… Read More

Tuesday Talks is a GoodReads group where a bunch of book nerds discuss bookish topics each week. This week’s topic: Do you consider Manga and/or comic books reading? Why wouldn’t you consider Manga and/or comic books reading? You are reading words right? Honestly I haven’t read a comic book since the one I was assigned in college (yes, I had… Read More

Tuesday Talks is a GoodReads group where a bunch of book nerds discuss bookish topics each week. This week’s topic: Do you consider Manga and/or comic books reading? Why wouldn’t you consider Manga and/or comic books reading? You are reading words right? Honestly I haven’t read a comic book since the one I was assigned in college (yes, I had… Read More

Ok. So this post is a little bit embarrassing. I know you know that I read multiple books at one time, but this? Get ready for insaneness. Graceling | Kristin Cashore: I’m only 1/2 through the first chapter one this one, but I’m really enjoying it. It’s reminding me a little bit of Maas’ Throne of Glass series. An Uncertain… Read More

Title: Sidney Chambers and the Shadow of Death Author: James Runcie Genre: Mystery Thoughts: I was introduced to the Grantchester BBC television show by Kristy Cambron and then I found out it was based on a book. Game over. You get six Sidney Chamber mysteries in the first installation of Grantchester Mysteries. The first story (which currently is all the… Read More

Quick Lit is a monthly linkup hosted by the wonderful Anne from Modern Mrs. Darcy. I had quite the list this month! Scarlet | Marissa Meyer: oh so good. Loved book two can’t wait to dive into book three. Samantha’s Surprise: Elsie and I have been making our way through the Samantha books. We’ve been enjoying them! Crown of Midnight… Read More

Title: Crown of Midnight Author: Sarah J. Maas Genre: YA/fantasy Thoughts: What can I say about this book that I haven’t already tweeted, pinned, or instagramed about the first one? Sarah J. Maas continues to impress throughout book two of her Throne of Glass series. I love the twists and turns as you’re pulled deeper and deeper into the story. I’m… Read More