The Upside of Falling by Alex Light

Hi Everyone!  It's Becky, again.  The Upside of Falling by Alex Light was one of my most anticipated reads for February 2020.  I was excited when I got this eARC off of Edelweiss and the book definitely cute.  Here are my thoughts: Title: The Upside of Falling Author: Alex Light Note: I received an eARC …

Mock Mondays: Caldecott

Hey everyone, it's Sarah! Here is our Mock Monday post a few days late. While I am still coming down from the announcements for 2020, I am on the hunt for Caldecott 2021. IThis week I will be sharing with you a picture book that I think should be considered for the Caldecott Award.  If …

Dangerous Alliance: An Austentacious Romance by Jennieke Cohen

Hi All!  It's Becky.  I love all things Jane Austen so I was thrilled when I came across Dangerous Alliance: An Austentacious Romance by Jennieke Cohen on Overdrive.  This book was just kind of fun and cute.  Here are my thoughts: Title: Dangerous Alliance: An Austentacious Romance Author: Jennieke Cohen Note: I listened to the …

Children’s Book Review: Scary Stories for Young Foxes by Christian McKay Heidicker

Hey everyone, it's Sarah! This book was getting Newbery buzz, which is why I originally read it. Turns out, it was an honor book this year, which means the buzz was well deserved. Title: Scary Stories for Young Foxes Author: Christian McKay Heidicker Summary: A group of young brave fox kits want scarier stories than …

Video Time: Weekly Round-Up

The videos in which we liked Of Curses and Kisses by Sandyha Menon but we really liked A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vgSb8lrfTQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAqpqPqs2ZM

Teen Title: Love from A to Z by S.K. Ali

Hey everyone, it's Sarah! I read and listened to this book because I was looking for something with romance. Title:Love from A to Z Author: S. K. Ali Summary: Zayneb has dealt with discrimination throughout her life from people taking issue with her hijab and even intentionally mispronouncing her name. Her history teacher has made …

The Hand on the Wall by Maureen Johnson

Hi All!  It's Becky.  I just finished the audiobook of The Hand on the Wall by Maureen Johnson.  This is was one of my most anticipated books of 2020 and I was not disappointed.  Here are my thoughts: Title: The Hand on the Wall (Truly Devious) Author: Maureen Johnson Note: I listed to the audiobook. Summary: …

TBR Thursday: Small Spaces by Katherine Arden

Hi All!  It's Becky, again.  I received an ARC of Small Space by Katherine Arden at 2018 BEA but I never got around to reading it.  I finally listened to the audiobook.  Here are my thoughts: Title: Small Spaces Author: Katherine Arden Note: I listened to the audiobook. Summary: In the town of Smoke Hollow there …

One of Us Is Next by Karen M. McManus

Hi All!  It's Becky.  One of Us is Lying was a huge book in 2017.  The sequel was one of the most anticipated books of 2020 and I felt a little obligated to listen to the audiobook.  It took me a while to be able to articulate my thoughts about this book...here they are: Title: …

Tween Title: Eventown by Corey Ann Haydu

Hiya everyone, it's Sarah! This book was getting buzz for Newbery this past season, which is how it made its way into my reading pile. Title: Eventown Author: Corey Ann Haydu Summary: Something tragic happened last year and Elodee's family is struggling. Everything that her friends and family do make her angry and she has …