Graphic Novel Review: Flamer by Mike Curato

Hey everyone, it's Sarah! I found out about this book through virtual Bookcon/other virtual programs and I was completely interested in a new graphic novel with memoir tendencies. Summary: Aidan is preparing to transition from middle school to public high school. The guys at Aidan's Catholic Middle School were constantly putting him down and making …

Premeditated Myrtle by Elizabeth C. Bunce

Hi All! It's Becky again. I stumbled across the audiobook for Elizabeth C. Bunce's new middle-grade series on NetGalley, and I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this historical mystery. Title: Premeditated MyrtleAuthor: Elizabeth C. BunceNote: I received an eARC of this audiobook through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Summary: Myrtle is …

TBR Thursdays: Anything But Okay by Sarah Darer Littman

Hiya everyone, it's Sarah! While perusing the Good Reads recommendations, I came across this novel. I thought I would give it a try, since it had the realistic fiction aspect that seemed interesting and I had read and enjoyed this author before in the past. Summary: Stella has been convinced by her best friend Farida …

Crush by Tracy Wolff

Hi All! It's Becky. I was surprised by how much I enjoyed Crave by Tracy Wolff. I was excited to listen to the second audiobook in the series, but unfortunately, Crush was a little disappointing. Title: CrushAuthor: Tracy WolffNote: I listened to the audiobook.Summary: Grace is back at Katamere Academy, and she is happily reunited with her mate and …

Middle Grade Book Review: Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk

Hi everyone, it's Sarah! Wolk's Wolf Hollow was a runaway Newbery winner from the first time I read it, I just knew it would be awarded something. While this book was challenging both in content and in reading level, it felt like literature. I couldn't wait to read more by this same author, so when …

Video Time: Weekly Round-Up

The videos in which we liked A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Lauren Taylor Namey and Among the Beasts and Briars by Ashley Poston. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcezdNZQTTo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9JpqG_aPSg

I Love You So Mochi by Sarah Kuhn

Hi All! It's Becky. I read about I Love You So Mochi a while ago but never got a chance to read it and I was thrilled when I found the audiobook on Overdrive. It was a definitly different than I expected. Title: I Love You So MochiAuthor: Sarah KuhnNote: I listened to the audiobook …

TBR Thursday: Really Truly by Heather Vogel Frederick

Hi All! It's Becky. I am a big fan of Heather Vogel Frederick's Pumpkin Falls series, and I was thrilled when I found out there was a new book in the series. I finally got a chance to read it, and I have to admit I was a little surprised. Title: Really TrulyAuthor: Heather Vogel …

Reading with a Side of…

Happy almost Halloween everyone! It is the perfect time of the year to curl up with a creepy book and spooky snack. I have compiled a shortlist of recipes and books for your consideration. Recipes: Monster Cluster from The Spruce Eats Black Cat Cookies Ghost Pizza Bagels "Halloween Cupcakes" by tawest64 is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Books Rules …

Middle Grade Book Review: The Canyon’s Edge by Dusti Bowling

Hiya everyone, it's Sarah! I always like to mix in novels-in-verse with my reading, to give myself a better change of pace. The cover on this book made it an instant addition to my TBR pile. Summary: After losing her mother to an active shooter, Nora's life has been put completely on hold. Her father …