It's my first Book Blogger Hop for my new blog. Hosted by Crazy-for-Books, I've participated before with Afterthoughts... (my children's book review blog) but this is Afterthoughts for Adults' inaugural hop. Thanks to all those stopping by!Hello, in particular, to everyone who was just at BEA! This is my BEA post on Afterthoughts...Here are some … Continue reading Book Blogger Hop
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BEA: BookExpo America
This blog is becoming a bit more "the life and times of a person involved in the children's book industry" than a straight forward review blog. I hope all you followers out there find this equally read-worthy.So, BEA. BookExpo America. That's where I've been since Tuesday, when I was picked up at 5:30 a.m. by … Continue reading BEA: BookExpo America
Book Review: On My Own Two Feet: A Modern Girl’s Guide to Personal Finance by Manisha Thakor & Sharon Kedar
This post was originally published here in May 2008. It has been edited from its original version.On My Own Two Feet: A Modern Girl's Guide to Personal Finance by Manisha Thakor and Sharon Kedar 9781598691245, Adams Media Corporation, $12.95On My Own Two Feet is knock-your-socks, stockings, or stiletto high heels -off enjoyable! This book is amazing for … Continue reading Book Review: On My Own Two Feet: A Modern Girl’s Guide to Personal Finance by Manisha Thakor & Sharon Kedar
Book Review: Naamah’s Kiss by Jacqueline Carey
Naamah's Kiss by Jacqueline Carey Hardcover: 9780446198035, $26.99, Grand Central Publishing (Hachette)Paperback: 9780446198042, $7.99, Grand Central Publishing (Hachette)Naamah's Kiss is the first book in the third trilogy in the fantasy world created by Jacqueline Carey. The first trilogy followed the as yet unsurpassed story involving Phedre and Joscelin, Terre d'Ange, Kushiel's blessing/curse, and the fate of the … Continue reading Book Review: Naamah’s Kiss by Jacqueline Carey
Times, They Are a’Changin’
Exciting news!1. I am moving to Boston for the summer to be the Children's Editorial Intern for Houghton Mifflin's children's imprint, working with Margaret Raymo, the Editorial Director. This is such an exciting opportunity, and everyone has great things to say about living in Boston, especially in the summer. As this is an internship, I'm … Continue reading Times, They Are a’Changin’
Book Review: Soulless by Gail Carriger
Soullessby Gail Carriger 9780316056632, $7.99, Orbit (Hachette)The subtitle says it all, really: A Novel of Vampires, Werewolves, and Parasols. I thought, No, not really, this can't possibly be as witty and engaging as I want it to be. But then I began reading, and to my great surprise and eternal delight, it was! Alexia Tarabotti … Continue reading Book Review: Soulless by Gail Carriger
Book Review: Darling Jim by Christian Moerk
Darling Jim by Christian MoerkHardcover: 9780805089479, $25, Henry Holt (Macmillan)Paperback: 9780805092080, $15, Henry Holt (Macmillan)I read the first 100 pages of this novel holding my breath and barely blinking. Here is what I discovered: 1) I should never begin a new book at work because then I will read it even when I'm not supposed … Continue reading Book Review: Darling Jim by Christian Moerk
Book Review: Stay by Nicola Griffith
Spoiler alert - if you haven't read the first Aud Torvigen book - The Blue Place, my review is here - don't read this review. I ruin the ending of The Blue Place for you.Stay by Nicola GriffithPaperback: 9781400032303, $12.95, Vintage Books (Knopf, Random House)Stay was not quite the same masterpiece as the first book … Continue reading Book Review: Stay by Nicola Griffith
Book Review: Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sisters by Lesley M.M. Blume
Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sistersby Lesley M.M. Blume Paperback: 9780440421108, Yearling (Random House), $6.50Hardcover: 9780375835230, Knopf (Random House), $15.95This post was originally published here in May 2008. It has been edited from its original version.A quick little review for you of a fantastic book I just plucked off the shelf. Another … Continue reading Book Review: Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sisters by Lesley M.M. Blume
Book Review: The Blue Place by Nicola Griffith
The Blue Place by Nicola GriffithPaperback: 9780380790883, Harper, $13.99This post was originally published here in February 2009. It has been edited from its original version.Though published over 10 years ago, this is one of those "new to me" books that I have to tell everyone about. Especially considering how hot Scandinavian thrillers are at the … Continue reading Book Review: The Blue Place by Nicola Griffith
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