These 13 Character-driven Greek mythology book are perfect for readers who are new to the Greek gods and want to discover mythological characters in a fresh and exciting way.
Unlock the secrets of the hive with these engaging books about bees. From the art of harvesting honey to centuries-old traditions, each story offers a unique perspective on these remarkable insects. Perfect for readers who love literary fiction, historical novels, and children’s picture books.
If you’re looking for an honest Yesteryear review, you’re probably wondering whether Caro Claire Burke’s much-discussed tradwife novel lives up to the hype. After finishing Yesteryear, I found myself thinking less about social media and more about identity, motherhood, and the difference between romanticizing your life and actually living it. What do I say in…
How much of who we become is shaped by the expectations of others? That question sits at the heart of The Bone Shard Daughter by Andrea Stewart, a captivating Eastern-inspired fantasy novel filled with political intrigue, family conflict, and one of the most unique magic systems I’ve encountered in recent fantasy. In this The Bone…
My reading list has been improvement-oriented, meaning I haven’t had a good laugh in quite some time. This is why we need a funny sci-fi book right now. Trust me! The world is stressful. Reading about the planet getting blown up, attacked by aliens, or run by robots can change your perspective. Is gridlock really…
The Vegetarian by Han Kang My rating: 4 of 5 stars This book challenged me. On the surface, it was a grueling story of a woman, Yeong-hye. I catch the impression that she is a victim of horrid abuse and exposed to the gory realities of life and violence at an impressionable age. Her husband…
A thoughtful Jade City book review exploring family dynamics, clan warfare, and identity. Discover why this fast-paced fantasy by Fonda Lee stands out. I was drawn to Jade City (part one of the three-book Green Bone Saga) for a few very specific reasons—and honestly, it delivered on every one of them. First, I love stories…
If you’re looking for a funny sci-fi book that still delivers heart, The Second World by Jake Korell completely surprised me. A book like this one reminds me that I’ve always had a soft spot for sci-fi. Read for The Second World book review and follow along for more to come. In fact, it was…
This Broken Country book review explores the deeply entangling ties of love, loss, and the dangerous pull of nostalgia. The Quick Take… Beth and Frank are salt and pepper, a hard laboring matched pair, working like a perfect machine on their farm. Unfortunately, a tragedy in the past keeps them from truly being open like…
I received an ARC audiobook copy of Tiny Gardens Everywhere: The Past, Present, and Future of the Self-Provisioning City by Kate Brown. The book description reads: From the eighteenth century to the twenty–first, the surprising history and inspiring contemporary panorama of urban gardening: nurturing health, hope, and community. This manifesto for the next food revolution…
Are you looking for a way to show you love a reader in your life? Here are my favorite essential reader gifts I use daily. Showing your love is about letting a person know you see them and support their interests. Loving a reader is not for the faint of heart. Readers are known for…
I received Sweet Pea as an advance reader copy through NetGalley, and from the very beginning, I was drawn in by the description — especially of Paulette herself. She was hungry with hope, for the love and future she kept dreaming up each time Denton swaggered into town. There was something in their love affair…
As a leader of an elementary after school program and a mother of young kids, I was so glad to get to review a special Halloween Tract that could also contain a little treat. The set of 20, 3D pumpkin tracts from Let the Little Children Come answers the greatest question of the season in…
Actíva CelluClay was aeasy to work with. I plan on keeping it on hand because of the low price and long shelf life.
Summer is rapidly playing out right before our eyes. Are you missing it? Being a creative Mom is a hard act to balance. Add Summer break and a lack of routine and it is nearly impossible to keep track of your projects. How do you guard your creative time? Here are a few…