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Re-Reading Childhood Favorites #4

Posted on August 22, 2018 by

With the release of the film and consequently several books following it, I thought I would wrap up this series with one of the first books I ever read. #1. Book – “Wild nights are my glory,” beamed Mrs. Whatsit. … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Childhood Favorites #2

Posted on August 8, 2018 by

Picking up from last week’s first re-reading post, I am re-reading another series that helped to form my childhood. This week we will be discussing all things Percy Jackson with a brief review of the separate book series, the original … Continue reading →

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Re-Reading Childhood Favorites #1

Posted on August 1, 2018 by

For the next few weeks, I will be re-reading childhood books that were an essential part of my childhood. Given the fact that my reading experience has expanded significantly over the years and my writing expertise somewhat improved, I thought … Continue reading →

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Brave

Posted on July 25, 2018 by

If you need a little bit of a pep me up or something to bolster your spirits as you prepare to take on the brand new challenge of middle school, I think I may have found something for you. The … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Lucky 8

Posted on June 20, 2018 by

There’s nothing quite like summer and one of the best parts is reading spooky tales around a campfire or in the backyard under the stars. I recently picked up a great middle-grade series to sate any desires for such reads, … Continue reading →

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The Divergent Series

Posted on June 12, 2018 by

I’m not one to jump on a bandwagon. Things that are trendy or in vogue are not particularly appealing to me, lessened by the fact that they are as popular as they are. Given this fact, I could not have … Continue reading →

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Another Quest for Celeste

Posted on May 30, 2018 by

Celeste from A Nest for Celeste in this warmhearted new sequel following her adventures as she once again must find a new home. Taken away from her cozy dollhouse home in the attic of a plantation house, Celeste is left … Continue reading →

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Intergalactic P. S. 3.

Posted on May 22, 2018 by

I’ve already reviewed Hope Larson’s version of Madeleine L’Engle’s original book, A Wrinkle in Time, but today I will be reviewing a short story of Madam L’Engle’s. Hope Larson vividly illustrates this story to bring it to a new generation … Continue reading →

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Shelby Holmes Meets Her Match

Posted on May 16, 2018 by

John Watson is used to being the new kid and this year is no exception. After solving a case with the intrepid Shelby Holmes, however, this time he’s certain that he can take the Academy with confidence. The only problem? … Continue reading →

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Sarah Plain and Tall

Posted on May 9, 2018 by

I’ve always been blessed to have a mother. There wasn’t a time when I can’t remember her being ever-present, ready (but not always willing) to cater to my every wish for cocoa and just one more story….please? Nevertheless, as will … Continue reading →

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