My May reading included 20 amazing books that earned 4 and 5 star reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ shared on Goodreads for a total of 101 books this year! Yes, I have read and reviewed over 100 books this year! If you want to see more about previous months – check out the post for April Reading StatisticsContinue reading “May Reading Statistics”
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Book Mail from May
During the end of May, I received so much book mail I made a photo collage! This includes a few books I won from giveaways, some books I preordered, and several I purchased from an auction to support a wonderful cause! I’ve already reviewed many of these and the rest will be coming up soon.Continue reading “Book Mail from May”
April Reading Statistics
My April reading included 24 amazing books that earned 4 and 5 star reviews ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ shared on Goodreads for a total of 81 books this year. I previously posted books read in March February and January Here’s what I’ve read in April: 15 picture books 2 chapter books 3 middle grade 4 adult books PleaseContinue reading “April Reading Statistics”
Book Pairing for Educators and Writers
As a teacher I often looked for books that worked well together so that my lessons would be richer and allow my students to see things from different author’s points of view. I love the opportunity to compare and contrast literature to expand my own understanding and create higher order thinking possibilities for my learners.Continue reading “Book Pairing for Educators and Writers”
March Reading Statistics
My March reading included 18 noteworthy books that earned 4 and 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews shared on Goodreads (mostly 5 stars) for a total of 57 books this year. I previously posted books read in February and January Here’s what I’ve read in March: 12 picture books 1 early reader 2 middle grade 1 youngContinue reading “March Reading Statistics”
February Reading Statistics
My February reading included more noteworthy 4 and 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews I shared on Goodreads (mostly 5 stars) for 20 books! This Goodreads screenshot shows I’ve read 40 books (it should be 39) nineteen in January but I’m not sure what happened. Here’s what I’ve been reading: 14 picture books 1 middle grade 1Continue reading “February Reading Statistics”
Welcome Author-Illustrator Ann Koffsky – Giveaway Alert
Today I have a wonderful new picture book to share FAIRY GODBUBBIE SHABBAT, published by Intergalactic Afikoman, September 9, 2025 and an interview with author-illustrator Ann Koffsky. FAIRY GODBUBBIE SHABBAT is a fun reminder that we need to unplug and spend time as a family! You can read my review . She is the authorContinue reading “Welcome Author-Illustrator Ann Koffsky – Giveaway Alert”
Welcome Author Audrey Barbakoff – Giveaway Alert
Today I have the pleasure of sharing my interview with Audrey Barbakoff, the author of a fabulous new board book, MAZEL TOES!, illustrated by Anitta Soble. Audrey and I met earlier this year over zoom as critique partners when she told me about this book with an adorable title. Life has been busy since then.Continue reading “Welcome Author Audrey Barbakoff – Giveaway Alert”
Two Board Books and a Giveaway
Today I’m sharing two adorable board books written by author Elizabeth Suneby, both published by PJ Library. The first book released October 1st. SAY SHALOM ALL DAY LONG, illustrated by Elke Boschinger shows a little girl finding the different meanings of the word shalom by saying hello, goodbye, and peace to the world through theContinue reading “Two Board Books and a Giveaway”
Winner Announcement 9/5/25
Congratulations to Rosi Hollinbeck winner of THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST, by author Lynn Street and illustrated by Anne Hunter. Thank you Lynn for being on the blog and for the giveaway. Rosi, please email me at ljrwritenow @ gmail dot com so that I can connect you with your prize. Friends, IContinue reading “Winner Announcement 9/5/25”
Laura Roettiger Books 