I read over 500 books last year from various genres. Many of these were children's picture books. I devoured them in droves during a bad depressive swing. I checked them out in stacks from the library and took them to bed where I curled up to read myself to sleep. There were so many lovely... Continue Reading →
Book Review: “When Spring Comes to the DMZ” by Uk-Bae Lee
Between the heavily guarded borders of the countries of North and South Korea lies a demilitarized zone (or DMZ). This stretch of land has become a home, a refuge for all kinds of wildlife, and stands a waiting bridge of peace between two countries in turmoil. South Korean author and illustrator, Uk-Bae Lee, originally wrote his... Continue Reading →
Book Review: “Kell, the Alien” by Darcy Pattison
When I first got my Kindle, I was amazed at how many fantastic books were floating around to download for free. FREE! I went kinda crazy and tried to download all the books, paying little attention to content. I now attempt to be more discerning, but it's so thrilling to be introduced to a fabulous... Continue Reading →
Book Review: “If My Moon Was Your Sun” by Andreas Steinhöfel
The first children's book I received from Plough Publishing was Charlie the Tramp by Russell and Lillian Hoban. They sent it to me bundled up in a red bandana, as though the book itself had been a traveler and needed a place to stay. It was an adorable read about a little beaver named Charlie... Continue Reading →