Is the book as we know it disappearing?
So, is the way of the traditional book one of antiquity? Is it disappearing? Will my great-grandchildren not even know what it is to own a printed-on-paper book, to smell its 'bookness', to experience...
View ArticleSHHHH! This is a library!
I was always so afraid I would accidentally make a noise, perhaps by dropping something or whispering too loudly to the person next to me. Those were the days when libraries were quiet places. Continue...
View ArticleWhat did you do with your extra day?
Since this is Leap Year, Monday was February 29th - our extra day this year. How did you fill it? Tuesday we made a quick trip to the library where I picked up fourteen of the over 100 books I have to...
View ArticleAnother pile of books for ReFoReMo!
Gosh, I love any excuse to read. Wednesday evening I made a second trip to the library for another load of picture books brought in for me. Fourteen more. Gotta love it! Continue reading →
View ArticleGiveaway reminder & a third pile of books for ReFoReMo!
Reminder: If you haven't yet left a comment on my February 18 post to enter the draw, please don't delay. I'm continuing to read lots of picture books this month - and loving it! On Saturday my husband...
View ArticleA fourth pile of books for ReFoReMo!
Even though today's mail brought another notice, I am posting a photo of the nineteen books I haven't shown you yet. The others can wait - I'll show them to you later Continue reading →
View ArticleAnother pile of books for ReFoReMo
The challenge has ended. ReFoReMo may be over in one way, but I have a lot of work to do yet. Continue reading →
View ArticleLocal library love; giveaway reminder
I just found THIS VIDEO on my local library's Twitter feed. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Continue reading →
View ArticleLove books? Love your library card!
Look at this t-shirt I bought for myself last month. I love it! Continue reading →
View ArticleUpdate about writing & books; & remember: set your clocks ahead tonight!
Today I realized that I should say something about the contests I entered recently. and ... set your clocks ahead one hour tonight! Continue reading →
View ArticleBook! Books! Books! and a few more
The verdict is in. It's true. I (might) have a problem. There was a fundraiser used books sale in town on March 31 and April 1. On March 31 my daughter and I, with several other book-lovin' people, got...
View ArticleBook Review: Pirates in the Library – by Nadia Ali
Pirates in the Library by Nadia Ali is a delightful story to encourage interest in the library. Continue reading →
View ArticleUpdate and Infographic: 28 boring words and what to use instead
Today I have some information to share with you that could be of help with your writing. It's an infographic of 28 Boring Words and What to Use Instead Continue reading →
View ArticleOut with 2017, In with 2018 – Happy New Year! & thank YOU
As I write this it's not long before a new year begins. Personally, I'm a little excited about 2018. Continue reading →
View ArticleAbout books and writing them
It's the first day of February and I am happy to say that I am now a student of Susanna Leonard Hill's picture book class called Making Picture Book Magic. Continue reading →
View ArticleBook Reading Challenges
Hello Everyone! I hope somebody is still out there. How are you doing? What’s up in your life and how are you staying sane, happy, and busy? It’s certainly been a challenging year (plus) with COVID and...
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