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Why You Shouldn’t Give Up on Code Name Verity

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

Have you ever read the final lines of a book and had the uncomfortable feeling that you missed something?  Big? That’s how I felt when I finished Code Nam...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Why You Should Read Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

A few weeks ago, I encountered a problem.  I had to drive ten hours round trip in less than a day and a half, and I wanted entertainment.  I would have my 13-ye...

Book reviews

What You Should Know About The Maze Runner: A Cautionary Tale

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

Why you should research a book before you hand it to your tween.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Why I Love Artemis Fowl

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Artemis Fowl inspires awe and fear. Read more about this interesting character and his middle grade book series.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Why You Must Read The Time Traveler’s Wife

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Have you read The Time Traveler's Wife? You should! My glowing recommendation for this novel about love that endures despite the destructive affects of time. ...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Skipping Christmas: A Humorous Break from Holiday Stress

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 14 Comments

Did you know John Grisham wrote a funny book about Christmas? Learn more, and also get the details about the My Favorite Things Giveaway.

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