Booklist: You've Got Mail

I recently read a You've Got Mail book and decided to create a booklist - just in case there are people who also love this trope.

The first four are adult books and the second four are YA books.

Are there ones that I missed? Let me know so I can read them!

If You Like....

Happy Valentine's Day!

I was to share some romance recommendations:

Small Town Romances

Workplace Romances

Sports Adjacent Romances

Bookish Romances 

Bookish Romances part 2

More Small Town Romances

Hope you have a delightful bookish day! 

If you like: Hiking books

 If you like hiking books, this is for you.

Recently I reviewed Wild About You, which was great.

And I'm recommending these other hiking (not survival) books

CLA: 2024

 Earlier this week, the annual Connecticut Librarian Conference took place. 

The keynote was none other than Librarian Superstar Mychal.

He is amazing. 

The first question he answered was: What’s your library story?

He also spoke about the seeing the whole community come together, how everyone needs the library, and that the library is the place where everyone belongs. 

He spoke about Library Joy and it got me thinking about my own stories. 

I'll start sharing them next week. 

It was nice to see so many familiar faces and getting to chat with other librarians. I don't get an opportunity to see friends that often. 

I spoke twice and both times with other librarians. 

First for a program at the library I work at: 

Second on a panel with two other Young Adult Librarian about book-talking and reader's advisory.

The sign outside the room

We created some book suggestions. You can see them here. 

Top Ten Tuesday: Fourth Wing

 This week's topic is a freebie. After hearing about this book for ages, I finally got my hands on Fourth Wing. And it lived up to the hype. I'm starting the next one this week, but for those of you who have finished both books, here are some book recommendations. 

For Adult Book Lovers:

For YA Book Lovers:

Have you read Fourth Wing? Did you enjoy it??

Top Ten Tuesday: Horror Books

 This week's topic is audio books, but I can't listen to audio books because my mind wanders, and I miss things. So, I'm talking about horror books for kids instead. I'm not typically a fan of horror books, but there is one I'm waiting to read.

The One I'm Waiting to Read:

One of my favorite books from my childhood:

While You're Waiting for Matt's Book, Read These:

Nonfiction:

Book Map: Terry's Crew

Yesterday I reviewed Terry's Crew.

Here are some books that reminded me of it - because of art, friendship, drama, all the feels, and race.

These are all graphic novels with the exception of Just Jerry, which is a memoir of the legendary Jerry Pickney. 

 

If You Like... Books and Movies

 I watched a few movies recently that reminded me of some great books so I thought I'd share:

Top Ten Tuesday: Romance Books

This week - with Valentine's Day - it's a romance freebie. I'm a HUGE reader of romance books. Mostly I stick to Regency Romances and Contemporary Romances.

I'm sharing some graphics I made for romance books - both adult and teen. 

If you like the Bridgerton series

If you like royals and duke romances part 1

If you like royals and duke romances part 2

If you like royal romances

If you like famous romances - YA

If you like bookish romances - YA

If you like travel romances - YA part 1

If you like travel romances - YA part 2

If you like travel romances - YA part 3

If you like princesses - YA

If you like strong female characters - YA

If you like... Movie Edition

I watched some really good movies recently - that reminded me of other great movies!

 

Middle Grade Review: Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche

 

* Book 7 in the Enola Holmes series *

Sherlock Holmes isn't thrilled that his sister is butting her nose into his latest case. Of course, there were extenuating circumstances. Enola couldn't help getting involved when a young woman showed up at his door with a curious letter about her sister's death. 

Letita knows that her twin sister is not dead, but she doesn't know how to prove it. Enola is quite happy to look into the case. Something is desperately wrong, and nothing adds up. Enola decides to go undercover where she learns more about the Earl and barely escapes in the process. 

Her run in with the Earl only makes Enola more determined to uncover the entire truth. 

My Thoughts: I was so happy when the success of the Netflix movie meant more books and more movies! I liked the addition of Sherlock to this book and how the siblings worked together. I enjoyed seeing some old favorite characters from previous books. I enjoyed this mystery and its quirky moments. There are some horrific moments in this book, which I can't talk about without spoilers. Another fun book.

Cover Thoughts: Nice

Source: My library

Library Recommendation: Highly Recommend this series for schools and public libraries 

If you like historical middle grade mysteries:

Book List: A Court of Silver Flames

Last weekend, I read A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas. I had a long weekend and yes, it took me the entire four days to read it. 

And I loved it. I'm addicted to her books.

This book stars Nesta the snarky sister who used to be human but was turned into Fae. And she was NOT happy about it. She stole powers from the Cauldron. After the war, Nesta loathes herself. She lashes out at everyone until Feyre gives her an ultimatum that changes everything. 

That's a very basic summary because it's an involved plot. But that's how the book starts. I loved learning more about Nesta. I enjoyed her banter with Cassian. I loved her moments with the House - especially their conversations about romance books. I loved her two friends: Gwyn and Emerie. I loved how they worked together and supported each other. Of course, I loved the library. And I loved seeing old favorite characters. 

So if you like Sarah J Maas's books and you want more similar, here is a list:

YA Books:

A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer

Graceling by Kristin Cashore

Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo

Legendborn by Tracy Deonn

Adult Books:

Poison Study by Maria V Snyder

Kill the Queen by Jennifer Estep

Queen of Blood by Sarah Beth Durst

Some Girls Bite by Chloe Neill 

Not Pictured:

Grave Mercy by Robin LaFevers (YA)

Court of Fives by Kate Elliot (YA)

Falling Darkness by Morgan Rhodes (YA)

We Hunt the Flame (YA)