The Beginner’s Cursive Handwriting Workbook by Connie Sloane

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While it is true that more and more is done on computers and devices, there is still something to be said for having cursive handwriting that is legible. Here, Sloane sets out to make what could be tedious practice a bit more fun.

I like that the author speaks directly to kids in the book’s beginning. There are then many exercises involving the tracing of letters, words and sentences. For kids who stick with it, there are some puzzles and games, along with writing prompts as they get further in the book. For those who get to the end, there is an achievement certificate.

In my opinion, this book would best be used for a few minutes each day. By the end of the summer, there just might be beautiful handwriting.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Cider Mill Press for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 15 July 2025

115 pages

Love on a Book Shelf by Kiah Thomas

I am always drawn to books that are about books so was quite interested in reading this novel. It was delightful.

Clarrie is trying her best to keep her grandmother’s bookshop open although it has not been easy. On one of her more difficult days, in walks author Declan. They snipe at each other a bit.

Fast forward to when Declan has a very successful novel out, and there are questions about who was the one to whom he dedicated it. It is a bit of a mystery.

But, the bigger mystery is the workings of love. Fans of the enemies to lovers trope will, I think, very much enjoy this one. Relax with this romance this summer, see how it goes, and brighten your day a bit.

This is Thomas’s first book for adults. I look forward to seeing what she writes next.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Headline for this title. All thoughts are my own.

Pub date: 05 June 2025

Romance-Women’s fiction

368 pages

A Milestone

I started this blog so that I could share my love of books with others. I have so enjoyed reading, posting and connecting with other bloggers since starting with my first review of a mystery by Margaret Maron.

Today, I saw that, according to WordPress, I have posted 10,000 times, with this my 10,001! Thanks to all of you who have read on my site and shared your own love of books with me!

Animals Odd One Out

A fun-filled game book with 200 quizzes

by National Geographic Kids

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Here is a fun way for kids to show off what they know…and to learn a little. There are many beautiful photos along with the chance for them to decide which critter does not belong in a given group. For example, which animal does not have one heart, or which animal does not raise its own young? These are just two of the many questions.

This book would make a nice gift for a young nature lover or a school library.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Collins Reference for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 11 September 2025