Category: Book Lists
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It’s that time of year…
…when people start sharing their favorite reads from the year. AKA the perfect time to add some books to your TBR list. Hey readers, It’s been quite a while since my last post on here. I have a post draft titled “Recent Reads: August 2025” – and it’s currently mid-November.…
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Wholesome Books for Preteens: 16 Books with Multicultural Perspectives
When my inspiration for this series, parents of preteens, asked me if I had any wholesome book recommendations for their kids, I knew I wanted to include a list of books that feature kids who have to straddle two cultures. You see, the friend who asked me about recommendations is…
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A Parents’ Guide: How to Choose a (Picture) Book Worth Reading
…that will make you look forward to reading with your child! How do you feel about reading picture books with your littles? My son is just starting to get into the phase where he has ONE favorite book that he asks us to read to him multiple times per day.…
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Recent Reads: June 2025
Hey there, readers! It’s hard to believe we’re halfway through this calendar year. Since I haven’t kept up with releasing monthly reviews so far, I’ve got plenty of reviews for you today. Some are books that were recently published, and others not. Either way, I hope you find something that…
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Wholesome Books for Preteens: 9 Historical Fiction Reads from Across the Globe
As I explained in the series opener, these posts are specifically for parents of preteens who are looking for stories that are free of middle school drama. There is so much more out there than the most popular kids in school and who’s got a crush on whom! The books…
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Wholesome Books for Preteens: 11 Historical Fiction Books Set During War Time
There was a period of time growing up where I read and reread any historical fiction books I could get my hands on that related to the U.S. Civil War – and then I went on to World War II. It wasn’t that I was enraptured by war; I rather…
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Wholesome Books for Preteens: 10+ Historical Fiction Tales Set in the U.S.
I’m back with the next installment of Wholesome Books for Preteens! If you haven’t already, check out the first few posts in the series: Wholesome “Old-fashioned” Books Wholesome Fantasy Series Wholesome Fantasy Stand-alone Books Today I’m sharing with you books suitable for preteens in one of my favorite genres. Because it’s…
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Recent Reads: November 2024
Thanksgiving week: the perfect opportunity to spend some extra time cozied up with a good book – especially with a slice of pie and a fire. Or just the pie if you’re in a warm climate. 🙂 Here’s what I’ve been reading lately; perhaps you’ll find a couple of ideas…
