Books
10 (of the best!) Summer Reads for Your Beach Bag
The warm weather is finally here and it's time to get your summer slacking on! For me that means a chic beach bag, the occasional ice cream, a tasty margarita (or two!), and of course, a killer sum...
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...
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (Signet) - Ken Kesey Review
My favorite book of all time. It is so captivating I could read it hundred times and still not get bored. I really don't want to give any spoilers here in case someone hasn't read it yet but you ha...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
Graphic Novels
Books with pictures tell stories in ways words cannot. These are great graphic novels for those who are transitioning from picture books to middle grade novels, along with a few for adults only. ...
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...
Book Review - Liar: A Memoir, Rob Roberge Review
Snippets of time and memories that don't align make up the content of Liar. Roberge writes as the memories seemingly occur, with very little connection between each one. While initially, this is 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...
Full of Emotions...Fun Items Featuring the Cute Characters from Inside Out
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Which is your favorite character from Disney Pixar's Inside Out?
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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...