The videos in which we liked The Ivies by Alexandra Donne but we didn't really care for What's Not to Love by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka or Burn for Burn by Jenny Han and Siobhan Vivian. We received eARCs of The Ivies and What's Not to Love from the publishers in exchange for an … Continue reading Video Time: Weekly Round-Up
Month: May 2021
What I Like About Me by Jenna Guillaume
Hi All! It's Becky. I have a soft spot for Australian books (I don't know why but this mid-west girl loves Aussie tales). I was thrilled when I found What I Like About Me on Overdrive. This audiobook was adorable and heartfelt. Title: What I Like About MeAuthor: Jenna GuillaumeNote: I listened to the audiobook. Summary: Maisie … Continue reading What I Like About Me by Jenna Guillaume
What We’re Excited About: June Books!
Hi All! We have finally said goodbye to the winter doldrums and the warm weather has found even us in the midwest. We can’t think of a better way to celebrate nice weather than with some hot new releases. Instructions for Dancing by Nicola YoonRelease Date: June 3 I always forget that Nicola Yoon has … Continue reading What We’re Excited About: June Books!
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The videos in which we kind of liked Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean and Pumpkin by Julie Murphy. We received eARCs of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHm4jTAxLyg&t=113s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm1FYnXYoKY
The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks by E. Lockhart
Hi All! It's Becky. I recently reread The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks by E. Lockhart. I loved this book the first time I read it, and my reaction only slightly changed the second time. Title: The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-BanksAuthor: E. Lockhart Summary: Frankie Landau-Banks knows how unfair the world can be. She is the … Continue reading The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks by E. Lockhart
TBR Thursday: Winning Back His Runaway Bride by Jessica Gilmore
Hi All! It's Becky. A few months ago, I went through a phase when I was requesting way too many books from NetGalley. One of those books was Winning Back His Runaway Bride by Jessica Gilmore. I finally got a chance to read this book, and it was what I expected. Title: Winning Back His Runaway BrideAuthor: … Continue reading TBR Thursday: Winning Back His Runaway Bride by Jessica Gilmore
Charming as a Verb by Ben Philippe
Hi All! It's Becky. I was looking for a book with guy appeal when I stumbled across Charming as a Verb by Ben Phillipe. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. Title: Charming as a VerbAuthor: Ben PhillippeNote: I listened to the audiobook Summary: Henri Haltiwanger knows how to be charming. Henri has … Continue reading Charming as a Verb by Ben Philippe
Mock Monday but on a Tuesday: Caldecott
Hey everyone, I got sidetracked yesterday, so here are this month's Caldecott picks. Title: Shy Willow Author: Cat Min Summary: Young bunny, Willow, lives in an abandoned mailbox. When a young boy posts a letter to the moon in her mailbox, Willow is determined to deliver the letter and help the boy grant his mother's … Continue reading Mock Monday but on a Tuesday: Caldecott
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The videos in which we kind of like Cool For the Summer by Dahlia Adler and Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland. We received eARCs of these books from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYfwfa9I6Q0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd2MFHm5VFQ
Just Pretend by Tori Sharp
Hi Everyone! It's Becky. I am always on the lookout for a good Raina Telgemeier read-a-like. I was thrilled when I found Just Pretend on NetGalley, but it didn't quite live up to my expectations. Title: Just PretendAuthor: Tori SharpNote: I received an eARC of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest … Continue reading Just Pretend by Tori Sharp