Top Ten Tuesday: Thankful

 This week's topic is all about being Thankful.

This year, I'm thankful for so many things.

I have great friends and family.

I have two sweet dogs

I have a great job which allows me to read almost any books.

I'm thankful to all my favorite authors who wrote so many wonderful books that I read this year. 

And thanks to all of you who are still reading this blog all these years later! 

Holiday Book Gift Ideas: Middle Grade Books

 

Each year, I share an annual list of books I've read this year that would make great gifts. I read a LOT of books, so I separate them so that the lists are not huge.

Today I'm talking about Middle Grade Books. I classify these books as middle school books - which is not always the same as how the publishers classify them. 

Graphic Novels:

Happy Shopping.

Picture Book Review: Stacey Speaks Up

 

Stacey Loves Fridays - because it's TacoPizza FryDay in the cafeteria. She's super sad when she realizes that one boy can't afford lunch. He's not allowed to eat. Stacey knows that it's wrong and she does her best to change the rules.

My Thoughts: Wow - this was a great read BUT...it's horrific to think of kids going hungry. 

 I love the Stacey went to the librarian and asked for help. She works hard to get the rule changed; but as an adult it seems unfair that the children are responsible for changing the rules.  I loved it, but I will confess that it made me cry. This is a heartwarming read.

Source: My Library

Library Recommendations: A must have book for your picture book collection.

Holiday Book Gift Ideas: Adult Books

 

Each year, I share an annual list of books I've read this year that would make great gifts. I read a LOT of books, so I separate them so that the lists are not huge.

Today I'm talking about Adult Books:

Romance:

Fiction:

Fantasy:

 

Mystery/Thriller:

 

Nonfiction:

Happy Shopping!