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Pub Date 15 Mar 2022#365WaystoHaveaGoodDay #NetGalley
As I write this, January is almost over. Remember how on the first of the month you might have made some resolutions? How did that go if you did? Whether it went well or you don’t make resolutions or it didn’t go so well, you might benefit from this title. It encourages the reader to live their best life each day. Just a few of the chapter headings include Make it a a habit, Count the things that count, Turn left, and Just have a day. There are 365 thoughts given over the course of the thirteen chapters.
Included in this title are what the author describes as stories to inspire, prompts to put ideas into action and things to try. He hopes that readers will use this book to inspire a journey of discovery. If this sounds appealing to you, give this title a look.
This book is a personal one, filled with what has worked for the author. He hopes that some of his reflections will be helpful to the reader. I am going to give it a whirl.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
This is the newest chapter book for beginning readers who know or would like to get to know the famous, redheaded, Anne. This book relates one of the most well-known episodes in Anne of Green Gables.
The author and illustrator work together seamlessly in this title. The illustrations are lovely and beautifully show what is happening in the text.
When Anne gets the chance to host her “bosom friend” things do not go as planned. Anne lovers know that this is often the case. What happens? Can the situation be remedied? Give this book to a beginning chapter book reader and let them find out.
This book is enjoyable. It also has some simple lessons for kids. Hopefully these will not feel heavy handed. I did not find them to be so.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. I love spending time with Anne. All opinions are my own.
Here are some other titles about Anne by this author. The reviews are on my site, joycesmysteryandfictionreviews.wordpress.blog
Fans of historical fiction may want to read this newest title by Elise Hooper. Ms. Hooper also authored The Other Alcott and Learning to See (about Dorothea Lange). Both are in my TBR pile. Ms. Hooper’s newest novel tells the stories of the first women to compete. in what is now called track and field, in the Olympics. Three main characters are featured along with many others. The three are Betty, Louise and Helen. They are not like one another in personality, where they live, in their challenges or in their families but they are all talented athletes. Ms. Hooper brings them and the time period to life in this novel. The beauty of historical fiction is how it brings the past to life in a way that involves the reader. This book does that well and I recommend it. This title may be a good one for high school aged girls as well. As they more freely compete in athletics, they may be interested to know what it was like for girls like them in the past. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review.
This book offers kids an introduction to the wonders of the human body. There are sections on body systems including the skeletal, nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, urinary and immune systems. The sense organs are also described.
The book opens with the author noting that there are body parts that we see, as for example, a leg, and others that are invisible to us because they are internal. The author then starts writing on the systems.
This is a short book that offers clear explanations. Kids who are especially interested will find that this title whets their appetite and they will, perhaps, want to find additional resources.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
This is the fourteenth entry is Ms. Cleland’s series featuring antiques expert Josie Prescott. It can definitely be read as a standalone. Readers can then decide if they want to go back to the beginning with the first book, Consigned to Death, and move forward from there.
I had read some of the earlier novels but had not picked up any of them in recent years. I am glad to have gone back to spending time with Josie.
One of the interesting things about this series is the seeming insider knowledge that the author possesses on antiques. This story, which features some letters attributed to Jane Austen, describes what is involved in authentication. I found this to be quite interesting. There is also a TV show that Josie is presenting and there is a nice sense of all that is involved in filming.
The story involves murder, some interesting characters both as suspects and people in the town where Josie lives and works, and a case to be solved. Josie’s nice relationship with her husband is well done.
My one critique would be that the story stretches out for a bit too long. I think that a slightly shorter book would have pulled everything together more tightly. Overall though this was a good read that will be enjoyed by cozy lovers.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
Editorial Reviews
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“Beguiling…Cleland maintains tension from the opening pages right up to the surprise conclusion. Miss Austen would approve.” ―Publishers Weekly
“Both mystery fans and antiques lovers will enjoy the erudite heroine’s informative, entertaining new adventure.” ―Kirkus Reviews
“Framed with fascinating details of Jane Austen’s life, along with the process of authenticating letters and books, this satisfying entry in the long-running series will appeal.” ―Booklist
“Enthralling….Cleland’s knowledge of and admiration for Jane Austen shine through this well-plotted, suspenseful narrative where long-term fans―and new ones―will eagerly invest in this exciting series full of surprises.” ―Shelf Awareness
“Hard to put down…a tightly plotted, sophisticated story ripe with secrets and lies. This 14th entry in the series is as freshe as the first.” ―MysteryScene Mag
“A blast of a read….A great mix of character delineation, antiques expertise, and a truly golden age style hand with plot. This is a stand out series, reliably excellent.” ―Aunt Agatha’s
It feels like a mark of honor for amazing, young Amanda to be featured in this children’s series. She is in illustrious company which is as it should be. Ms. Gorman inspired many. Her story is well told and illustrated here.
Children will see that there are young people who dream big and accomplish big things. They will also learn that Amanda overcame some challenges to get to where she wanted to be. These included having a speech impediment along with an auditory processing disorder. Children will rejoice at her victory in reciting unifying poetry for President Joe Biden. Amazing, and all things are possible.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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