I Now Pronounce You Married!

I’m slowly getting back into “real” life over here. That means time to read, and not time spent wedding planning.  We are leaving for our cruise next week, but that means even more time to read!  (And on my iPad!  Expect an iPad review in the coming days).  Before I jump back into the swing [...]

I’m Getting Married!

Today I am here…… Getting married! Then we will be celebrating here- And here! And even in here! Hopefully it is not too hot, not too humid, and definitely not raining! Thank you for all of your good wishes!

The Braid by Helen Frost

I was a huge fan of Helen Frost’s Diamond Willow (and reviewed it here).  I picked up The Braid because the main characters were the ancestor’s of Willow in Diamond Willow and I wanted to know more about them. Sarah and Jeannie are teenage sisters in Scotland.  Extremely close, they are separated the night of [...]

Cum Laude by Cecily von Ziegesar

I read von Ziegesar’s Gossip Girl books as a teen and loved them.  I am a huge fan of the TV show.  Are they silly and fluffy?  Of course!  And I would never say they are the best written books.  But they were fun.  While the characters were sometimes (ok, a lot of the time) [...]

Spot the Plot by J. Patrick Lewis

Spot the Plot: A Riddle Book of Book Riddles by J. Patrick Lewis is a great little picture book that every English teacher should have in their arsenal. Full of riddles that challenge the reader to “Name That Book”, it’s a great title for all ages. The books named in the riddles include Charlotte’s Web, [...]

As Easy as Falling Off the Face of the Earth by Lynn Rae Perkins

I’ve been hearing a lot about this one- all good things- for months now.  I finally ordered it when school ended and I have to say, all those good things were warranted!  As Easy as Falling Off the Face of the Earth is one for the ages.  Kid appeal?  Check!  Distinguished writing?  Check!  Fun almost [...]

Linger by Maggie Stiefvater Review + Giveaway!

Last May I read and reviewed an ARC of Maggie Stiefvater’s Shiver. I loved it and immediately upon closing the book I was desperate for the sequel.  I just closed the back cover on the sequel, Linger, and it was just as good as the first book in the series! Grace and Sam are finally [...]

Linger by Maggie Stiefvater Giveaway!

Be sure to check back tomorrow for my review of Maggie Stiefvater’s Linger. Scholastic has generously donated a copy of the book for a giveaway, so come back tomorrow to enter to win your own copy of the book!

The Beautiful Between by Alyssa B. Sheinmel

I picked up Alyssa B. Sheinmel’s The Beautiful Between when I was looking for a YA book that wasn’t 400 pages. The quiet, muted cover appealed to me. The book, like the cover, is quiet. It’s a slim novel but it packs an emotional punch. I really enjoyed it and I think teens will, too. [...]

Busy as a Bee!

I probably won’t be around a lot this week.  Why, you ask?  Well, this coming Sunday I am getting married!  Needless to say, planning has cut into my reading and blogging time.  However, I will try to post a few reviews this week, along with a giveaway!