On its surface, Mary Beth Keane’s new novel is about a faltering marriage. But it’s also about small moments that matter.
— Read on www.nytimes.com/2023/04/29/books/review/the-half-moon-mary-beth-keane.html
Best Beach Reads for Summer 2023 – The New York Times
These five novels go well with sand, sunscreen and hot afternoons. (Landlocked on a rainy day? That works, too.)
— Read on www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/books/review/beach-reads.html
S.A. Cosby Wishes More Writers Would Address the Fear of Success – The New York Times
“There is an existential malaise that can come with chasing your dreams,” says the crime writer, whose new novel is “All the Sinners Bleed.” “After you grab the brass ring, what do you do with it?”
— Read on www.nytimes.com/2023/06/01/books/review/sa-cosby-interview.html
Newly Published, From Graphic Novels to Hot Dogs – The New York Times
A selection of recently published books.
— Read on www.nytimes.com/2023/06/02/books/review/new-this-week.html
Some e book bargains for 6.3.23











Keep at it: My First Piano Lessons by Emily Norris

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This book, along with the author’s My First Piano Sheet Music, are good resources for kids who want to play the piano. This title introduces music concepts like the Treble and Bass Clefs, types of notes, staffs and more.. There are many songs to practice including Alouette, The Wheels on the Bus and more. Each is tied to the concept of a lesson.
This book is a good resource for little learners. Hopefully, it will make learning to play the piano fun.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Zeitgeist for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 11 July 2023

Let’s play: My First Piano Sheet Music by Emily Norris

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This is a great title for kids who are learning to play the piano. There are forty simple songs here along with many fun facts. Just a few of the pieces include When the Saints Go Marching In, John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt, Amazing Grace, Bingo, and the Birthday Song. Young students will feel a measure of accomplishment at they successfully play these songs.
I found this to be a nice title for its intended audience. I even want to play.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Zeitgeist for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 11 July 2023