Lights, Camera, Action!: Drama by Raina Telgemeier

Drama by Raina Telgemeier Published: Published September 1st 2012 by Scholastic/GRAPHIX Source: local library Synopsis: PLACES, EVERYONE! Callie loves theater. And while she would totally try out for her middle school’s production of Moon Over Mississippi, she can’t really sing. Instead she’s the set designer for the drama department stage crew, and this year she’s determined to create… Continue reading Lights, Camera, Action!: Drama by Raina Telgemeier

Beware of Nightmares: Dreams and Shadows by C. Robert Cargill

Dreams and Shadows by C. Robert Cargill Published: February 26th 2013 by Harper Voyager Source: local library Synopsis (Goodreads): There is another world than our own—one no closer than a kiss and one no further than our nightmares—where all the stuff of which dreams are made is real and magic is just a step away. But once… Continue reading Beware of Nightmares: Dreams and Shadows by C. Robert Cargill

March Check-in on Reading and Writing Goals

For accountability purposes, I’ve been keeping track of my reading and writing goals for 2013. Here’s how things went in January and February. Reading I finished 17 books in March, which is still putting my slightly ahead of pace for my goal, which I’ve revised upwards to 200, but still behind the girl in book… Continue reading March Check-in on Reading and Writing Goals

Feminist Fridays: March 29, 2013

I’ve never participated in a meme or had regularly occurring feature, but I’m going to give it a shot and see if I can stick with it. I find I’m always interested in feminist perspectives, whether it’s in regards to literature, pop culture, or current events. Feminist Fridays is going to be my forum for… Continue reading Feminist Fridays: March 29, 2013

The Political Becomes Personal: Dark Triumph by Robin LaFevers

Dark Triumph by Robin Lafevers  Published: April 2nd 2013 by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children Source: ARC from publisher Synopsis (Goodreads): Sybella arrives at the convent’s doorstep half mad with grief and despair. Those that serve Death are only too happy to offer her refuge—but at a price. Naturally skilled in both the arts of death and… Continue reading The Political Becomes Personal: Dark Triumph by Robin LaFevers