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Category Archives: Books
Dietland: Marti Noxon and Sarai Walker at AMC Summit 2018
At AMC Summit 2018, Sarai Walker, author of the novel ‘Dietland,’ and Marti Noxon, who adapted it for television, spoke about their process. Read More
Epistolary Adventures: What About E-mail Epistolaries?
As letter writing has shifted to e-mail, texting, and social media, epistolaries have also changed, creating e-mail epistolaries. Read More
Neal Shusterman: ‘Thunderhead’ Interview
‘Thunderhead’ is both an exciting and thoughtful sequel to the award-winning ‘Scythe’ by Neal Shusterman. Rebecca Angel got to interview the author and tried to keep her questions to a minimum, but there are so many things to ask! Read More
‘The Vintage Baker’: Modern Takes on Classic Recipes
Step one taste bud into the past with modern versions of vintage recipes in ‘The Vintage Baker.’ Read More
‘The Chosen Ones’: A Deeply Magical Sequel
Some characters stay with you. Rebecca started wondering about the characters in the Worldquake series by Scarlett Thomas, and was thrilled to review the second book, ‘The Chosen Ones.’ Read More
‘Vicious’ by V.E. Schwab: It’s All About the Villains
The new edition of ‘Vicious’, a supervillain origin story, is now available, with bonus content. Read More
Exclusive Cover Reveal: ‘The Guardians’ by William Joyce
If you are one of the many fans of ‘The Guardians’ series by William Joyce, or if you loved the movie ‘Rise of the Guardians’, I have the most exciting news for you! Read More
An Interview With Jean Leggett: ‘Shakespeare’s Landlord,’ Literacy, and Gaming
Jean Leggett discusses her upcoming video game ‘Shakespeare’s Landlord,’ based on the Charlaine Harris Lily Bard series. Read More
Tips for Enjoying Summer Reading
Just because the school wants your kids to focus on their summer reading doesn’t mean it should be a chore. Read More
The Saga Continues: Star Wars: ‘Servants of the Empire’
The Saga Continues is a post series that explores the Star Wars new canon. Servants of the Empire is a four-book middle-grade Star Wars Rebels tie-in series by Jason Fry that follows Zare Leonis along with his girlfriend Merei, and their parents and friends on the planet Lothal. Read More
Between the Bookends: 5 Books We Read in May 2018
In this month’s Between the Bookends, Sophie, Mel, and K explore everything from picture books to (very) adult fiction and everything in-between. We hope you find something to enjoy! Read More
Epistolary Adventures: What Is An Epistolary?
I love epistolary novels. Indeed, these stories written in the form of letters have always held a special place in my heart. I thought I’d share my love in this introductory guide. Read More
A Belated Thank You to Richard Peck
Upon the death of author Richard Peck, Amy finally, belatedly thanks him for creating the Imaginary Best Friend who got her through middle school. Read More
Why Asian-Americans Need to Read ‘The Hate U Give’
If you haven’t read ‘The Hate U Give’ by Angie Thomas, do it. It’s relevant, moving, and unflinchingly honest. Plus, it’s incredibly well-written. And if you’re Asian-American, you’re not excused.
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3 Books to Add To Your Tween’s Summer Reading Pile
Here are three books to add to the pile if your young reader is in middle school and looking for their next good read. Read More
The Saga Continues: The ‘Adventures in Wild Space’ Star Wars Canon Series
The Saga Continues is a post series which explores the Star Wars new canon book universe. Adventures in Wild Space is a six (and a half) book middle grade series which follows nine-year-old Milo and ten-year-old Lina, as they hunt for their kidnapped parents. Read More
Upcoming Reads for Kids Summer Reading Fun
This summer, don’t let your kid’s brain go to mush watching Netflix, YouTube, or playing Roblox. Pick up a few books for their summer reading list that will keep their hands and mind busy. Read More
So Many Books to Read as a Family, So Little Time
My kids and I can only manage to sit down for a 45-minute evening read-aloud session, which is just not enough time to handle everything that needs to be read. Read More
The Saga Continues: ‘Phasma’ by Delilah S. Dawson
The Saga Continues post series explores the Star Wars new canon book universe. ‘Phasma’ by Delilah S. Dawson explores the origins of its titular character. It is a book that adds untold layers to a figure who has so far remained inscrutable during her limited movie presence but which could have used a firmer edit. Read More
