If you’re not an avid Netflix fan, you may have missed the latest Netflix original series, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, written by Tina Fey. This show follows Kimmy Schmidt as she moves to New York City after being hidden in a bunker with her fellow cult members as they’ve heard the apocylypse has… Continue reading Teen Books Kimmy Schmidt Would’ve Loved
Category: Childrens Fiction
Anastasia Krupnik by Lois Lowry
Lois Lowry, one of children’s literature’s favorite authors, has been awarded and discussed for her unique and powerful writing style. One of the perhaps less discussed series she wrote was about 10 year old, Anastasia Krupnik. When I was reading in middle school and upper elementary school, I loved Anastasia because she was realistic. One… Continue reading Anastasia Krupnik by Lois Lowry
Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great by Judy Blume
Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great is one of Judy Blume’s best character books. Sheila is the antagonist from the Fudge series by Blume. [Sidenote: I love looking at how the covers of this book have evolved over the years.] Judy Blume has the ability to write from a child’s world revealing all the insecurities… Continue reading Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great by Judy Blume
10 Charming Winnie-the-Pooh Quotes
Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a favorite character of mine, and he certainly has remained one of the most delightful children’s literary characters (along with Piglet, of course!) A.A. Milne, the author, is quite fascinating: check out my background on his writing and other Pooh links. His writing had such a distinct and poignant style; here… Continue reading 10 Charming Winnie-the-Pooh Quotes
Fun Book News: Richard Scarry’s New Book and More
Lowly Worm is Back! Scarry’s Son Publishes Manuscript found in author’s Swiss chalet Loved seeing this interview on NPR with Richard Scarry’s son, Huck. I’m sure this newly discovered book will be just as great as all of Scarry’s collection [check out my post on The World of Richard Scarry here.] Lowly always makes us… Continue reading Fun Book News: Richard Scarry’s New Book and More