Books

Review: Susan Orlean’s The Orchid Thief Takes a Deep Dive Into the Dramatic World of OrchidsReview: Susan Orlean’s The Orchid Thief Takes a Deep Dive Into the Dramatic World of Orchids

Review: Susan Orlean’s The Orchid Thief Takes a Deep Dive Into the Dramatic World of Orchids

Susan Orlean's The Orchid Thief shines a light on orchid enthusiasts and hustle culture.  Hey, y'all! I'm back, this time…

5 years ago
Review: The World of Junji Ito Offers Both Psychological and Physical TerrorReview: The World of Junji Ito Offers Both Psychological and Physical Terror

Review: The World of Junji Ito Offers Both Psychological and Physical Terror

Hello, hello! This isn’t your typical plant or kid lit post, it’s true. But since this is my personal blog,…

5 years ago
Review: Days With Frog and Toad Is a Universal Classic About LoveReview: Days With Frog and Toad Is a Universal Classic About Love

Review: Days With Frog and Toad Is a Universal Classic About Love

Days With Frog and Toad is an understated and humorous collection of stories about love that's perfect for all ages. My…

5 years ago
Weekend Update: 8/15Weekend Update: 8/15

Weekend Update: 8/15

This weekend passed away like a cloud of smoke. Literally, because I smell smoky air whenever I crack open a…

5 years ago
Review: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single ShardReview: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single Shard

Review: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single Shard

I've been picking up more adult-oriented books lately (lots of romances by Jasmine Guillory and a few thrillers by Megan…

5 years ago
Review: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and NuanceReview: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and Nuance

Review: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and Nuance

Kelly Yang's Front Desk illuminates issues of poverty and immigration with a heartwarming story and fiercely self-aware protagonist at its core.  Hello,…

5 years ago
Review: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky NostalgiaReview: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky Nostalgia

Review: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky Nostalgia

Hello, hello, hello, my fronds! It's me, Count Olaf — just kidding. I've been slow to post this week because…

5 years ago
Review: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family LoveReview: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family Love

Review: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family Love

Meg Medina's Merci Suárez Changes Gears explores family and school drama with warmth and nuance.  I recently picked up Meg…

5 years ago
Review: One Crazy Summer Layers Revolution With Emotional NuanceReview: One Crazy Summer Layers Revolution With Emotional Nuance

Review: One Crazy Summer Layers Revolution With Emotional Nuance

One Crazy Summer is a salient read that illuminates revolutionary ideas and emotional nuance through a child's perspective.  Rita Williams-Garcia's One…

5 years ago
Review: Jacqueline Woodson’s Harbor Me Is a Radical Exercise in EmpathyReview: Jacqueline Woodson’s Harbor Me Is a Radical Exercise in Empathy

Review: Jacqueline Woodson’s Harbor Me Is a Radical Exercise in Empathy

Jacqueline Woodson's Harbor Me explores systemic American violence with a gentle force. Of all of the kid lit I've been…

5 years ago