You, guys. I have found a new favorite author. Right up there with Lauren Oliver (I kid not). Lindsay Cummings is a must, must read. She is the first author I have ever pre-ordered anything from (twice now). You’ll hear more about The Fear Trials later this week (and, hint, hint there’s gonna be a giveaway!!) Today her first middle… Read More

So here we go. A round-up post of sorts of the ones I have currently read (because I like talking about books): Henry Huggins, Beverly Cleary: This one was read to the kids. We flew, flew through this book. Generally a book this size will take us 2-3 weeks to read, but we read this one in a week—the four… Read More

title: Blemished author: Sara Ella genre: YA Fiction thoughts: This book is so so good (and I’m not just saying that because Sara is in my #WriteNight. Blemished is a modern day fairy tale (think Once Upon a Time, only not) that I can see going big (so big). I’m seriously bummed you guys can’t go get it and read it! But what… Read More

I have been a fan of Elsie and Emma going on about eight years. For the longest time their blog has been the “can’t miss” blog to read. Their newest book, Happy Handmade Home, is an extension of their blog. Not only are the pages swimming in colorful, inspiring photos, but they throw in “party guides” as well! A great… Read More

title: Hit author: Lorie Ann Grover genre: YA Fiction thoughts: Hang on to your seat! Lorie Ann Grover delivers a fast-pace story that will keep you on the edge. A tale of love and forgiveness, Hit is a sweet story that will warm your heart. Hit is available for pre-order and releases on October 7th. To check out all I’m reading, head… Read More

The library card is a powerful thing. Seriously. Do you know the gobs amount of money that it can save you? Not only can you check out books, but if your library doesn’t have a particular book, you can a) interlibrary loan it or b) request they purchase the book. The other day I was shocked (shocked) to discover that… Read More

My craft book collection is growing! Lorena Siminovich’s Petit Collage is a fun addition to any collection! I love the simple whimsical projects in Petit Collage. The fact that many of the needed supplies are those that you can easily find around your house (my favorite bit was on different papers to gather and use—paper lover forever!) My children already… Read More