Books
Nefertiti: A Novel - Michelle Moran Review
This was the first book I read by Michelle Moran and I loved it. In fact, I had a hard time putting it down. I think I read it in less than a week. Moran's ability to relate historical accounts in ...
Humorous Books
These laugh out loud funny books and humorous memoirs will definitely keep you smiling. Of course, I wouldn't recommend you read these on the plane because you will for sure have everyone asking wh...
Corduroy - Don Freeman Review
Absolutely loved this book as a kiddo. I'm 34 now and still love this book lol I bought it for my kids last Christmas bc I couldn't find my copy I had when I was little. I think they love it as mu...
The Couple Next Door: A Novel - Shari Lapena Book Review
I'm about halfway through this book right now trying to figure out who is responsible for the crime. The story pulled me in immediately and I definitely am surprised by the secrets that are reveale...
Coloring Books for Adults
Color. All. The. Pages.From pop culture to cats and candy, there are adult coloring books for every interest! Even world travelers will want to to bring a coloring book along during those long fl...
This Is Where I Leave You: A Novel
I've heard a lot about this book, and the author, for quite some time, but I finally picked up a copy of "This is Where I Leave You" last month.Nearing the final chapters, I am in total a...
The Best Banned Books
These books have been banned at some point in time and yet include some essential stories that I think make them extremely noteworthy. I own many of these and plan to encourage my kids to read at s...
My Favorite Book Quotes from Epically Good Reads
I don't know about you, but I love books with quotes that leave you thinking - or feeling - long after you turn the page. These are some of the quotes I've highlighted in books I've read over the y...
Products You're Better Off Not Knowing About
Seriously? These products actually exist. For when your kids want to go somewhere, without actually having to go somewhere. Literature teachers everywhere are hanging their heads in shame. I have n...
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Judith Viorst Review
Absolutely loved this book growing up!! I'm 34 now and have four kiddos of my own now. About 3 years ago I bought this book for my kiddos bc I couldn't find my copy. Then lo and behold they made ...
Travel Destinations: Rochester, New York's Rich History
Photo Credit: Visit RochesterWhen people think about New York, they immediately think about The Big City. Manhattan. New York City. The Big Apple. Am I right? New York has so much history and so ma...
Favorite Books
I love to collect books...books I've read and those I plan to read, eventually. Here are a few of the favorites I like to read every few years and those I recommend to others looking for stories to...
Fairy Tales with a Modern Twist
It's so fun to disappear into another world when turning the pages of a good book. From wicked witches, to Prince Charmings - these books include the characters and heroes you grew up with, but wit...
Must-Read List Before They Hit The Big Screen
I love books. I love movies. These books have been adapted to film but I hope to read the books before seeing the movie version.
Winter love stories. What else would you want to re...
Hillary Clinton's Award-Winning Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
I make these cookies for special occasions and my kids devour them when we have them at home. Everyone who has tried them has been surprised when I tell them the secret ingredient (old-fashioned ro...