A Yearlong Practice for Cultivating Feminist Consciousness
by Amelia Hruby
#FiftyFeministMantras #NetGalley
This book was not published with any foreknowledge about RBG but I was reminded of her nonetheless. RBG was a fierce voice for women. Women who want their voices to be heard and to think about what they want to say and how they want to be may well enjoy this book.
Following an introduction, the book is organized by the seasons, beginning with January and its symbolism of birth and beginnings. Included are prompts and spaces for writing, making this a personal title. There are entries for each week of the year.
Those who journal and want to explore their thoughts, feelings and beliefs, get a pencil and start!
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own
This collection of recipes will, I think, be enjoyed by vegetarians and non-vegetarians who simply enjoy vegetable dishes. Featured are Savory Snacks, Salads, Soups and Stews, Sandwiches and Wraps, Beans and Grains, Eggs and Hearty Mains. A few of the recipes that appealed to me included the Sesame Tofu and Vegetable Bowl, Cacio e Pepe, Mini Butternut Squash and leek Fritatas and Butter Bean and Mushroom Tartine.
Before getting to the many recipes the author’s provide a helpful introduction to many aspects of vegetarian eating. There is even a section on kids and another on some common foods that are NOT vegetarian. Next come ideas for things to have in the kitchen and some guidance on how to do things like roast beets or seeding bell peppers.
All of the recipes have prep and cook times, number of portions and more. Some, but not all, have photos.
I liked this cookbook. It gave me lots of ideas and the recipes seemed do-able.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World
by Elena Favilli
#100ImmigrantWomen #NetGalley
This book is an excellent compendium of stories for “rebel girls” but also for anyone interested in learning more about a variety of accomplished women immigrants. The book can be read in order or at random. For each woman her area of interest is listed. To name just some of the women included, there are Lupita Nyong’o, an actress; Madeleine Albright, politician; Frieda Belinfante, cellist and conductor;Burke Harris, pediatrician and so many more, all the way to the end of the alphabet. Each short, engaging entry includes an illustration, a quote and a short biography.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this inspiring collection that will remind girls that they can be anyone they choose. All opinions are my own.
Robyn Carr wrote her first Virgin River novel back in 2007. Many books followed before Ms. Carr moved to other series including Thunder Point and Sullivan’s Crossings. Perhaps the author was inspired to return to Virgin Riven because of the TV series that is now on Netflix. Whatever the motivation, long term readers of the Virgin River novels will undoubtedly be happy to return. They know that they can count on good people, a nice community and a love story.
This novel is about Kaylee and Landry. Kaylee is an author of suspense novels who is experiencing writer’s block following the death of her mother. Through family friends, she chooses to travel to Virgin River in the hope that she will finish her novel. No spoiler to say that she does and even that she moves into a new genre, that she falls in love and that some unexpected things happen to her. That is the Virgin River formula.
Kaylee’s romantic foil is Landry, an artist and dog trainer. He helps Kaylee to overcome her fear of dogs and to move forward even as she recognizes that she will always miss her mom.
The relationship that Kaylee had with her mom is lovingly described and maybe even idealized a bit. I suspect that many readers will wish for the same closeness, acceptance and encouragement that Kaylee’s mom gave her.
There are other characters in Kaylee’s orbit but readers will perhaps most enjoy that the names of all the characters from the earlier novels are called out here. While many make an appearance, it is Jack and Mel who are most featured.
As an extra treat, the story is seasonal. Readers will enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas in this most perfect of towns. I especially enjoyed the description of the tree lighting.
This is a sweet novel. I don’t know if Robyn Carr will write about Virgin River again. Regardless, this novel is a gift to her fans.
An additional bonus in the novel is a section describing the making of the TV series and Ms. Carr’s visit to the set. There is also a long excerpt from one of her other novels.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.
The Ken Follett had lots of suspense. I very much like the Peter Robinsson series. The Oz title is free. A number of these other titles are in my TBR stack. Enjoy.
Until we can travel in real time, armchair travel is an escape. Anyone who has ever thought of visiting Japan will, I think, enjoy this title. The photographs are gorgeous, the book is well organized and it includes a good amount of detail. The author/photographer knows Japan well and is an excellent guide. I enjoyed the escape that the stunning photos provided.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this beautiful title. All opinions are my own.
Lots of good choices. At just ninety-nine cents, I recommend Before the Crown. I read, enjoyed and reviewed it. I also enjoy the Anna Lee Huber series and have blogged on it. Enjoy.
Remy, a tuxedo cat, befriends a Calico cat whom he names Callie. The two enjoy playing together with Remy taking the lead. While Remy purrs all of his communications (com-mew-nications?) , Callie never purrs. She speaks expressively, for example nodding.
The rest of this picture book is about looking for Callie’s voice. Will she find it? If yes, what will lead to her purring?
This book gives kids a couple of messages. One is that friends don’t have to have the same abilities to enjoy each other’s company. Another is that it is okay to do things in one’s own time.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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