As the school year fast approaches (and in some cases, has already begun), most students are preparing for the onslaught of required reading. But if you can squeeze in some books of your own choosing, here are 7 books perfect to get you in the mood for back to school. The Tragedy Paper by Elizabeth... Continue Reading →
Beyond Brazen: The Tudors in YA Lit
Want more Tudors in your YA lit? Here are 7 more books (besides Brazen) that make the cut. Next week, look for our list of more books by Brazen author Katherine Longshore for even more Tudor-era YA lit! VIII by H.M. Castor Destined for greatness; tormented by demons… VIII is the story of Hal: a... Continue Reading →
Beyond Brazen: The Tudors in YA Lit
Want more Tudors in your YA lit? Here are 7 more books (besides Brazen) that make the cut. Next week, look for our list of more books by Brazen author Katherine Longshore for even more Tudor-era YA lit! VIII by H.M. Castor Destined for greatness; tormented by demons… VIII is the story of Hal: a... Continue Reading →
14 Ultimate YA Summer Reads for 2014
Summer is HERE, and that means it's time to grab some shades, a picnic blanket, and your best beach read for some outdoor reading time in the lovely warmth and sunshine. As far as I'm concerned, ANY book can be the perfect summer read, as long as you enjoy reading it. But if you really... Continue Reading →
21 Perfect Middle Grade Books for Summer Reading
Summer is the perfect time to explore some great new books -- especially for those in the magic age of "middle grade." You know, before teachers start piling on ridiculously large required summer reading lists? Here are our picks for some perfect middle grade books & series to read this summer. Charmed Life Series by... Continue Reading →
Beyond The Stepsister’s Tale: 12 More YA Fairy Tales
Earlier this week, we shared five of our favorite re-tellings of the Cinderella story, in honor of our book of the month, The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett. Today, we're going further and offering up some of our favorite YA fairy tale retellings - not just Cinderella! After you check out the list below, let... Continue Reading →
Beyond The Stepsister’s Tale: 12 More YA Fairy Tales
Earlier this week, we shared five of our favorite re-tellings of the Cinderella story, in honor of our book of the month, The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett. Today, we're going further and offering up some of our favorite YA fairy tale retellings - not just Cinderella! After you check out the list below, let... Continue Reading →
Beyond The Stepsister’s Tale: 5 More Cinderella Re-Tellings
The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett is a wonderful re-telling of the Cinderella story -- but it is by no means the first. Here are a few other re-imaginings of this famous fairy tale that we adore: Ever After Still one of my all-time favorite movies, Ever After is another fun version of Cinderella --... Continue Reading →
Beyond The Stepsister’s Tale: 5 More Cinderella Re-Tellings
The Stepsister's Tale by Tracy Barrett is a wonderful re-telling of the Cinderella story -- but it is by no means the first. Here are a few other re-imaginings of this famous fairy tale that we adore: Ever After Still one of my all-time favorite movies, Ever After is another fun version of Cinderella --... Continue Reading →
13 Bookish Crafts Perfect to Make This Summer
Summer vacation is here -- and when I was growing up, that meant one thing: crafting! My mom used to give my brother and I the option of going to various camps and activities ... or instead, spending that money at the craft store for a summer's worth of art supplies. We almost always chose... Continue Reading →
