Celebrating a love of all things reading and writing
Title: Grampy's Chair Author: Rebecca Thomas Publisher: Annick Press Publication Date: September 17, 2024 Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced ebook copy in exchange for an honest review. Description: Grampy’s chair sits in the middle of his living room and always keeps an eye on My Love. The Chair is the... Continue Reading →
“My Google search history alone was probably enough to put me on a government watch list. I wrote suspense novels about murders like this. I’d searched every possible way to kill someone. With every conceivable kind of weapon.”― Elle Cosimano, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It Title: Finlay Donovan is Killing It Author: Elle Cosimano Publisher: Minotaur Books... Continue Reading →
Title: Mummy & Me A Monster's Tale Author: Danesh Mohiuddin Publisher: Owlkids Books Publication Date: August 27, 2024 Thank you to netgalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. Description: When the sun goes down, Mummy and Wee Wolf emerge from their coffin to start the day. Wee... Continue Reading →
These are the new releases I'm most looking forward to in September. A lot of mysteries, but some other genres mixed in as well. September 3 The Booklover's Library by Madeline Martin Goodreads synopsis: A heartwarming story about a mother and daughter in wartime England and the power of the books that bring them together.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Strangest Fish Auther: Katherine Arden Illustrator: Zahra Marwan Publisher: Astra Young Readers Publication Date: September 3, 2024 Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. Description: When Daisy wins a funny-looking goldfish at a fair, she ignores the mean comments about its appearance.... Continue Reading →
Three years ago today, I launched Nicole's Nook, a place to celebrate a love for books. I just renewed the domain name, so I'm committed for another three years. With the new school year starting soon, I am working to get posts written and scheduled while I have more time. Meanwhile, I looked at my... Continue Reading →
Title: Let's Go Kitty! Authour Holly Rosenweig Illustrator: Emily Rutherford Publisher: Ninewise Publishing Publication Date: August 27. 2024 Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. Description: From the Award winning author of Let's Go, Puppy! Come and play with Kitty! From spilling a glass... Continue Reading →
Today's bookish talk is about mysteries. I don't really like graphic blood or guts, so I tend to lean more on the side of cozies or historical mysteries. But, I do like an occasional thriller, if it focuses on the psychological aspect. No matter what subgenre, here are the things I look for in a... Continue Reading →
A few days ago, I posted about the little details that I enjoy in books. So, I thought I'd look at the other side and talk about the little things that annoy me when reading. Condescending Narrators- I like a smart protagonist, but I hate it when they look down on others or talk aobut... Continue Reading →
I'm in the middle of the summer Writing Battle nanofiction competition. So, I thought it would be a good time to talk about writing competitions. My experience is limited as I haven't entered a variety of competitions. I got started writing through the Rooglewood Fairytale contest, and started participating in writing battle in autumn of... Continue Reading →
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