It Only Happens in the Movies by Holly Bourne

Hi Everyone! It's Becky. I was looking for a fluffy teen realistic fiction when I stumbled across the audiobook of It Only Happens in the Movies.  This book is very different than I expected, but it was surprisingly enjoyable. Title: It Only Happens in the MoviesAuthor: Holly BourneNote: I listened to the audiobook. Summary: Audrey doesn't believe …

TBR Thursday: The Bachelor Cowboy by Jessica Clare

Hi All! It's Becky. I found The Cowboy Bachelor on NetGalley, and I put it at the top of my TBR list. I just finished the book, and this romance was sweet and sizzling. Title: The Bachelor CowboyAuthor: Jessica ClareNote: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest …

Reading with a Side Of…

Hi All! This year I am going to do Reading With a Side Of....a little different. Every month I am going to make a list of recipes and books that go along perfectly with a movie or television show. My first month's selection is Bridgerton. Nothing goes better with the Victorian drama than an old fashion …

Middle Grade Book Review: Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park

Hey everyone, this is Sarah! I started this book because it was getting Newbery buzz, unfortunately it didn't place, but I finished it anyway. Title: Prairie Lotus Author: Linda Sue Park Summary: After losing her mother, Hanna and her father move eastward away from their California town. They plan to set up a dress goods …

2021 ALA Youth Media Awards Announced!

The awards have been announced!  The winners are: Printz Award: Everything Sad Is Untrue (a true story) written by Daniel Nayeri Newbery Award: When You Trap a Tiger written by Tae Keller Caldecott Award: We Are Water Protectors illustrated by Michaela Goade   You can find all the details of this year's winners on the …

Video Time: Weekly Round-Up

The videos in which we enjoyed A Complicated Love Story Set in Space by Shaun David Hutchinson and The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune. We received eARCs of A Complicated Love Story Set in Space from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hixALjDMrRA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjjoUdCNNwU

Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk

Hi Everyone! It’s Becky. I have spent the last few weeks feverishly trying to read all the books getting award buzz. I just finished the audiobook of Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk which is getting Newbery buzz. This book adds an important story to the world of youth literature, and it may get notice by the …

Middle Grade Book Review: Skunk and Badger by Amy Timberlake

Hey all, it's Sarah! I am still working through Newbery potentials, and I am still flummoxed. This novel has been getting buzz and it will be a great read for the younger chapter book readers. Title: Skunk and Badger Author: Amy Timberlake Illustrator: Jon Klassen Summary: Badger's aunt allowed him to stay at her apartment, …

King and the Dragonflies by Kacen Callender

Hi Everyone! It’s Becky. I have spent the last few weeks feverishly trying to read all the books getting award buzz. I just finished the audiobook of King and the Dragonflies by Kacen Calendar which is getting Newbery buzz. This book adds an important story to the world of youth literature, and it may get notice …

Cover Reveal: Glitter by Abbi Glines

Abbi Glines is excited to announce her next book release, Glitter, a Historical Fiction Romance coming this Spring! ♦ ♦ ♦ Title: Glitter Author: Abbi Glines Genre: Regency Romance Release Day: TBA Cover Designer:  https://damonza.com ♦ ♦ ♦ Lies, Deceit, Vengeance, Desire, and Hate… wrapped up in a façade of all that sparkles and shines. A pretty face, a fetching …