As a reader, I took for granted that my kids would also be readers, and I was confident in my ability to make them love to read. Then, I had four active boys who preferred balls over books, and I felt a bit lost. When it was library time they chose books I had never […]
Thoughts, Comments, and Recommendations There is nothing quite like a new book, and I am ALWAYS on the hunt for my next new favorite! So, I thought I'd share a few recent books I've read just incase you too are on the lookout for something new. Also, this is a two way street, so I'm fully expecting to hear what you are reading and loving in the comments below, so don't by shy! Okay, here we go...
Hop on over to the post to see my 6 favorite business books of all time!
100 clean books that are still worth reading! These well-written books are fun, engaging, and will keep you hooked page after page!
Thoughts, Comments, and Recommendations There is nothing quite like a new book, and I am ALWAYS on the hunt for my next new favorite! So, I thought I'd share a few recent books I've read just incase you too are on the lookout for something new. Also, this is a two way street, so I'm fully expecting to hear what you are reading and loving in the comments below, so don't by shy! Okay, here we go...
A playful and poignant bow before the singular validity of childhood.
This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history. From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, The Madman's Library features many long forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world. Books written in blood and books that kill, books of the insane and books that hoaxed the globe, books invisible to the naked eye and books so long they could destroy the Universe, books worn into battle and books of code and cypher whose secrets remain undiscovered. Spell books, alchemist scrolls, wearable books, edible books, books to summon demons, books written by ghosts, and more all come together in the most curiously strange library imaginable. Featuring hundreds of remarkable images and packed with entertaining facts and stories to discover, The Madman’s Library is a captivating compendium perfect for bibliophiles, literature enthusiasts, and collectors intrigued by bizarre oddities, obscure history, and the macabre. • MUST-HAVE FOR BOOKLOVERS: Anyone who appreciates a good read will love delving into this weird world of books and adding this collection to their own bookshelf. • DISCOVER SOMETHING TRULY UNIQUE: The Madman's Library will let you in on the secret and obscure histories of the strangest books ever made. • EXPERT AUTHOR: Edward Brooke-Hitching is the son of an antiquarian book dealer, a lifelong rare book collector, and a master of taking visual deep dives into unusual historical subjects, such as the maps of imaginary geography in The Phantom Atlas or ancient pathways through the stars in The Sky Atlas.
100 clean books that are still worth reading! These well-written books are fun, engaging, and will keep you hooked page after page!
Mecca Jamilah Sullivan, author of the new novel 'Big Girl,' recommends 10 essential stories of young people coming into deeper understandings of race, gender, class, sexuality, and more.
Happy New Year! I'm so excited to announce the book that is kicking off our third year of book club! I know you'll love it!
I love when Summer rolls around and the Summer novels start getting released! Below are a few books that I am already reading or that are on my "Summer Reads List"!
Looking for new and upcoming historical fiction reads? This list has a wide range of historical fiction books for 2024!
This was one of our recent book club picks. This fictional story is based on the real village of Eyam, England, that lost most of its people during the bubonic plague. Anna, the lead character, endures so much loss in a year yet is ultimately able to overcome.—Lindsay W.(Also recommended by Debbie Burns-Walton.)
Lottie Brooks is 11 ¿ and her life is ALREADY officially over. Not only is she about to start high school without any friends or glamorous swooshy hair, shes just discovered shes too flat-chested to wear A BRA! She might as well give up now and go into hibernation with her hamsters Sir Barnaby Squeakington and Fuzzball the Third. Lottie navigates the perils…
Inspired by the true story of Eyam, a village in the rugged hill country of England, Year of Wonders is a richly detailed evocation of a singular moment in history. Written with stunning emotional intelligence and introducing "an inspiring heroine" (The Wall Street Journal), Brooks blends love and learning, loss and renewal into a spellbinding and unforgettable read.
From high-stakes quests to richly crafted realms, these reads are perfect for anyone who loves Terry Brooks' enchanting tales.
The Ashley Brooke Book Club's official 2020 Fall Reading Guide is here! The best Fall books I've read, loved, and couldn't put down!
Thoughts, Comments, and Recommendations There is nothing quite like a new book, and I am ALWAYS on the hunt for my next new favorite! So, I thought I'd share a few recent books I've read just incase you too are on the lookout for something new. Also, this is a two way street, so I'm fully expecting to hear what you are reading and loving in the comments below, so don't by shy! Okay, here we go...
100 clean books that are still worth reading! These well-written books are fun, engaging, and will keep you hooked page after page!
Rebecca Mead on David Brooks’s new book, “The Road to Character,” which explores virtue and selfishness.
Join us at Books2Door as we indulge in the Lottie Brooks Series By Katie Kirby with this 4 Books Collection Set. Follow along as Lottie Brooks, an 11 ¾-year-old, navigates a life of trials and tribulations through her humorous and heartwarming adventures. From her highly embarrassing life to catastrophic friendship failures, mega-complicated crushes, and totally disastrous school trips, Lottie's experiences are hilariously relatable and perfect for fans of preteen humour. Titles in this set: The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie Brooks The Mega-Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks Lottie Brooks is 11 ¾, and her life is ALREADY officially over. Not only is she about to start high school without friends or glamorous swooshy hair, but she's also discovered she's too flat-chested to wear A BRA! She might as well give up now and hibernate with her hamsters, Sir Barnaby Squeakington and Fuzzball the Third. Lottie navigates the perils of growing up in this hilarious new illustrated series for preteens, filled with friendship, embarrassing moments, and KitKat Chunky. The first book in the hilarious new series for children by the bestselling creator of Hurrah For Gin. Perfect for fans of Angus, Thongs, Perfect Snogging and Dork Diaries. The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie Brooks Lottie Brooks is back for spring term at secondary school and ready to face anything. No more trying to impress mean girl Amber. And absolutely no more being nicknamed Cucumber Girl. A lead role in the spring musical gives Lottie a chance to dazzle her mega-crush Daniel with her talent as a singing crab, but it's not all singing and dancing at Kingswood High. Lottie's friendship with Molly and Jess seems to be falling apart no matter how hard she tries to keep her BFFs together. Is Lottie on track for another epic friendship fail? The Mega-Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks Lottie Brooks is BACK for more embarrassing adventures as she goes on holiday and gets her first boyfriend! THINGS THAT ARE RUBBISH IN MY LIFE: Have the most disgusting little brother in the entire world Have to get braces when I am on the brink of having my first kiss Mum is making cottage pie for dinner. VOM. Finally, summer has arrived, and Lottie has BIG plans - scrolling through Instagram, dreaming about MEGA-crush Daniel and sunbathing by the pool on their family holiday to France. Then Lottie meets the new CRUSH Antoine. The language is a tiny bit of a barrier, but does it matter when he's THAT good-looking? Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip Woe is me. So much is wrong in my life... Still, looks like a tomato I am stuck indoors whilst my friends go bowling without me (rude) My parents are leaving me to go out on a 'Date Night'. GROSS! After a summer of meeting handsome French boys and getting sunburnt, OK, OK - a lot sunburnt, Lottie's heading off on a week-long residential school trip. A whole week away from embarrassing parents and Toby's tasty air biscuits! But the trip soon turns into a total disaster. The other girls staying at the camp are MEGA-MEAN, best friend Jess is spending all her time with new girl Isha, and Lottie's diary gets stolen! Who knew a school trip could cause so much DRAMA?!
Give these classic books you were likely assigned in high school another read, they're definitely worth it.
