When a tree falls it's life in the forest is over, right? This book explains that a tree's life never ends and keeps on giving. This book tells the stWhen a tree falls it's life in the forest is over, right? This book explains that a tree's life never ends and keeps on giving. This book tells the story of a tree from seed through decomposition in a way that is easy to understand with a simple story and captivating illustrations. What I love about this book is that it shows just how interconnected all living things are and that we effect more than we know.
This nonfiction picture book is just so beautiful and full of fascinating information that is shared in an accessible way. Each turn of the page highlThis nonfiction picture book is just so beautiful and full of fascinating information that is shared in an accessible way. Each turn of the page highlights a new animals, a beautiful illustration of that animal's home, and a short, story-like description of that animal's home. There were animals in this book that were new, even to me. My daughter read this several times before returning it to the library. This would be a great addition to night time reading!
A must-read for any cat lover! Caleb Carr highlights the special relationships and adventures he's had with the felines in his life, including 17 yearA must-read for any cat lover! Caleb Carr highlights the special relationships and adventures he's had with the felines in his life, including 17 years with his soul cat, Masha. Be sure to grab some tissues!
This darling nonfiction, picture book all about the desert saguaro cactus and how it only blooms one night each year. Everyone can enjoy learning withThis darling nonfiction, picture book all about the desert saguaro cactus and how it only blooms one night each year. Everyone can enjoy learning with this book with it's incredible illustrations and story told in rhyme! I felt transported to the desert and loved learning about another wonder of nature far from where I live.
I loved this book! The poems inside are silly and simple, and the illustrations are quirky and colorful! Choosing a favorite is tough...probably a tosI loved this book! The poems inside are silly and simple, and the illustrations are quirky and colorful! Choosing a favorite is tough...probably a toss-up between the deer and antelope in sweats and the groundhogs wearing lederhosen!
Definitely listen to the audiobook, which is read by Molly herself. You can really get a grasp on her feelings this way which adds to the book immenseDefinitely listen to the audiobook, which is read by Molly herself. You can really get a grasp on her feelings this way which adds to the book immensely. Was the book the best I have ever read? No. Do I love Molly and was she a favorite of mine growing up watching SNL? Absolutely. I never knew anything about her background and was sort of shocked. Molly's personality really stands out in this book and she is just as free, wild, and herself as I thought she would be. Also, how can I be her friend?
I picked up this autobiography after seeing a TikTok video (surprise, surprise) about really good reads. I was looking for something different and thoI picked up this autobiography after seeing a TikTok video (surprise, surprise) about really good reads. I was looking for something different and thought I should give it a try! I only really know of Minka Kelly because of her role on the Friday Night Lights television show and never really followed her career. This book dives less into her career and more into her difficult childhood of growing up with a single mom with various addictions. Minka definitely did not have a stable childhood and she reflects on the fact that the emotional and mental trauma of her early years really affected her relationships in her adulthood. Although I did skim through the last ¼ of the book, I did enjoy it.
Maia tells eir story in this poignant and powerful graphic novel. Growing up, Maia always struggled with eir gender identity, feeling eir gender couldMaia tells eir story in this poignant and powerful graphic novel. Growing up, Maia always struggled with eir gender identity, feeling eir gender couldn't be defined within "normal" standards. This is eir story of discovery, through some difficult and defining experiences. I love that this book exists. It is soo important that Maia's experience and challenges are out there for others to discover. There are so many individuals who could relate to Maia's experiences. Reading about them in a book can help another person feel more comfortable in their skin, feeling more loved and accepted in our challenging world.
A brutal, yet beautiful memoir through poetry about a woman's experience with abuse, love, heartbreak, and finding oneself. I really felt all of the sA brutal, yet beautiful memoir through poetry about a woman's experience with abuse, love, heartbreak, and finding oneself. I really felt all of the same emotions that the author portrayed in every word and poem. Kaur has written other collections and I really look forward to exploring those too!
I went into this story expecting it to be sad, but definitely not as sad as it really is! It's a graphic memoir about Kindra's experience during a schI went into this story expecting it to be sad, but definitely not as sad as it really is! It's a graphic memoir about Kindra's experience during a school shooting and the years after dealing with the trauma. It does touch on attempted suicide and the PTSD of experiencing a horrific event. But also, it shows Kindra's journey of cooping through art, finding new friends, and telling her story. This was a selection for a teen book club, and the participants brought up the great fact that the colors used in the art really reflect the emotions of that scene. Keep an eye out for that! A great quick--but impactful--read.
This cookbook got me excited about cooking, which I think is the whole point of this one. Nick DiGiovanni makes me believe that I could actually make This cookbook got me excited about cooking, which I think is the whole point of this one. Nick DiGiovanni makes me believe that I could actually make a lot of these delicious looking recipes. My palate isn't exotic so a lot of the recipes were right up my alley. I appreciated the layout, the pictures, and the confidence this cookbook gave me.
TikTok got me with this one! B. Dylan Hollis grew in notoriety on social media for baking weird recipes from yesteryear. Here he compiles his favoriteTikTok got me with this one! B. Dylan Hollis grew in notoriety on social media for baking weird recipes from yesteryear. Here he compiles his favorite recipes as well as some of the awful ones for those brave people out there! The recipes are organized by decade, include easy to follow instructions, fun anecdotes, and great pictures. I was pleasantly surprised by some of the recipes and I want to try multiple of them out!
I don't know if it is because I know I will never see most of it or because it is one of the last places on Earth to be explored or because of the mysI don't know if it is because I know I will never see most of it or because it is one of the last places on Earth to be explored or because of the mystery, but I am fascinated by the ocean and what lies in it. This book does not disappoint. I listened to the audiobook and could visualize the abyss just by Susan's exact descriptions. I found this book to be mostly informational and partly a dire warning of what our world would look like if we allow our oceans to be expoited. Incredibly fascinating, you will dive head first into this incredible world that Susan displays in this book.
A great story about a woman trying to figure out why her cat left her for 5 weeks. Wasn't she enough for him?! What she did sounds exactly what I woulA great story about a woman trying to figure out why her cat left her for 5 weeks. Wasn't she enough for him?! What she did sounds exactly what I would try to do if my kitty disappeared and came back like nothing happened. I, too, would question if my cat loved me enough. The writing was quick and witty and I did cry a little. But it was a great, quick read - perfect for those obsessed with their cats.
Loved this graphic novel! It's based on the true story of a young conservationist who is determined to return Sorya, a captive-raised sun bear, to theLoved this graphic novel! It's based on the true story of a young conservationist who is determined to return Sorya, a captive-raised sun bear, to the wild. If you're an animal lover, I have no doubt that you'll enjoy this story.
It has been quite some time since a cookbook came across my lap that I really loved. This one was it! I am adding this to my "to purchase" list. I havIt has been quite some time since a cookbook came across my lap that I really loved. This one was it! I am adding this to my "to purchase" list. I have never heard of RecipeTin Eats but sure am glad that I found her...and her dog! I knew I would love her when she included a two-page spread on her dog. The recipes are well thought out, easy to execute, and include QR codes that will take you to actual videos of her making the recipes. It was fun to leaf through and see the range of food offered in the book. The pictures were downright mouthwatering too! My family and I are looking forward to trying lots of her recipes.
A book about chickens? Of course I'm going to read it (and love it). In all seriousness, this non-fiction piece is a wonderful love letter to chickensA book about chickens? Of course I'm going to read it (and love it). In all seriousness, this non-fiction piece is a wonderful love letter to chickens. A professional journalist, Danovich has done her research and her writing shows it. I learned so much about the world of chicken-raising (the good, bad and ugly) and I thought there wasn't anything new to learn. One word of warning: most of this book is about how wonderful chickens are and the lovely people who raise them, but the author does touch on the cruel reality of the poultry market. It may hurt your heart a bit.
A behind the scenes perspective of how Tom became a child actor, his background, and all of the challenges he has encountered in his life. I particulaA behind the scenes perspective of how Tom became a child actor, his background, and all of the challenges he has encountered in his life. I particularly loved listening to this book on audio as Tom himself narrates it. His views on life and acceptance of talking openly about his mental health are refreshing. I thought I would like him, and now I know that I do! Oh, and you do get some insights onto the inner workings of the Harry Potter films!
I just loved this graphic novel memoir by Dan Santat! Learn about Dan's experience between middle and high school through a foreign exchange trip he tI just loved this graphic novel memoir by Dan Santat! Learn about Dan's experience between middle and high school through a foreign exchange trip he took to Europe. It is through this trip that Dan begins to learn about himself, identify his feelings, and find his awkward first love. If you have ever been 13, then you will relate to this book on multiple levels. He artfully and truthfully captures what it is like in middle school experiencing all of the confusing feels. I remember being just as awkward at the same age. Having been a foreign exchange student myself in high school, his experiences abroad were extremely relatable. I definitely recommend this book!
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