In order to get to know a little bit more about me, I thought I’d share a tour of my bookshelf, or maybe more aptly, my book-bucket. Any avid reader dreams of a quiet library filled with their most-loved books in an array of shelves from top to bottom. However, while living at home, myContinue reading “Meet the Writers: Bookshelf Tour with Alexandra Baumbusch”
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Author Spotlight: Colleen Hoover
Colleen Hoover’s novels have taken social media by storm. With intense, heart-wrenching writing and well developed characters, it’s no wonder her books are so popular. Hoover worked as a teacher and social worker before publishing her first book, Slammed, in 2012, and becoming a New York Times best selling author overnight. In the past decade,Continue reading “Author Spotlight: Colleen Hoover”
Why It’s Harder for Adults to Read
Reading logs and book clubs were the center of language arts classes in the elementary school days. Now, it’s harder to persuade adults into reading than it is children, but why? The benefits of reading greatly increase as we get older, so continuing the habit into adulthood is more important than ever. Social Media ItContinue reading “Why It’s Harder for Adults to Read”
Why it’s Important to do Something You Enjoy
I have always believed you should spend your time doing things you genuinely enjoy. The saying “Do What You Love, Love What You Do” follows me through my decision making, especially when I step into something new. Within the past two months, I came to realize I was guilty of the opposite. After some reflectionContinue reading “Why it’s Important to do Something You Enjoy”
Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month
Throughout the month of March, we celebrate Women of all kinds in their different and individual bodies. To be reminded of the ladies we have around us and in the books we read, here is a list of books that you should read during Women’s History Month. Each book is written by a female authorContinue reading “Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month”
Required Summer Reading: Yay or Nay?
Your back in high school and the clock ticks as the school year ends and Summer begins! Until…your teacher places a list of five books with a bold, capitalized title on top REQUIRED SUMMER READING! It’s a topic discussed every Summer between students, teachers, and parent Facebook forums but all for different reasons. The studentsContinue reading “Required Summer Reading: Yay or Nay?”
What I Learned in 2021
As the calendar year switches and the little scribbles from 2021 to 2022 begin, I wanted to take a different approach to my content and make it more of a personal feel. For this blog post, I wanted to discuss what I learned in the past year. Lesson #1 Don’t underestimate myself. Other than writingContinue reading “What I Learned in 2021”
Suggestions from Strangers
One of the best things about reading is the community formed through literature. Whether it’s from a book club, seeing regulars in the library, or chatting with strangers about their favorite books, it’s a language that is easily understood amongst avid readers. Aside from writing for Our Future Reads, I’m also a part-time waitress. So,Continue reading “Suggestions from Strangers”
Best Christmas Books for Kids to Enjoy!
Happy holidays! Tis’ the season for hot chocolate, sitting by the fire, and watching Christmas movies on repeat. While adults have a variety of books that include a good Christmas story, children’s Christmas books will always be
Books vs Movies!
It happens, you finally saw the movie of the year! It was amazing, everything you expected it to be. But then your friend hits you with the “But did you read the book? The movie left out so much!” Let’s discuss! Readers are biased. We will always tell you the book is better than theContinue reading “Books vs Movies!”