In elementary school, I read a lot of mystery books like the Nancy Drew series and The Hardy Boys mystery novels. As a grown-up, I look back and wonder how my world view as a child would have been different had I read books with diverse characters. Fortunately for my daughter and her younger cousins, things have changed and there are books written that better reflect the world we live in. One such book is “Montgomery and the Case of the Golden … [Read more...]
Nina Soni, Perfect Hostess {Book Review + Giveaway}
School may be over for kids, but summertime is the perfect opportunity to break open a book and do some summer reading! I just finished reading “Nina Soni, Perfect Hostess” which is a new book written by Kashmira Sheth. It’s a fun read for middle schoolers and up! So what is the book about? Here is a quick synopsis: Nina’s grandmother is coming to visit, all the way from India. Nina can’t wait to see Dadi—but then it turns out that … [Read more...]
Now You Say Yes {Book Review}
Recently I was sent an advanced copy of the book “Now You Say Yes.” It's a story about love, the foster care system and family. It also delves into the topic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and features a cross-country trip of a lifetime. Synopsis: When her mother dies, fifteen-year-old Mari and is desperate to avoid being caught up in the foster system. Again. And to complicate matters, she is now the only one who can take care of … [Read more...]