Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Summer Reading

If there's one thing I've made clear, I love reading. I find ways to read daily for the fun of it. That's why I love Summer Reading.  It really puts into perspective how much time I spend reading throughout the day. You might be wondering what's so motivational about that. Well I'm naturally curious and... Continue Reading →

Once More Upon A Time – An Enchanting Romantic FairyTale

I am a sucker for themed displays. There is something about those cube shaped bookshelves full of books just waiting to be read. That's how I found Once More Upon A Time by Roshani Chokshi. Truth be told, my TBR list is a little backed up. The cover art is appealing. Plus the books about... Continue Reading →

Radical Street Librarian Shares How She Promotes Childhood Literacy in Book Deserts

Growing up, books were pretty accessible for me. We had kid friendly bookshelf. My primary school and summer camp made a point of scheduling regular library trips. By the time I had the means to go on my own, I new what the library had to offer, which was accessible and age appropriate books for... Continue Reading →

Home Libraries Are Worth The Investment

Although I advocate borrowing books from local libraries, it's important to maintain a home library as well. This keeps books present and accessible at all times. Reading is not an activity that requires permission or supervision. Since, I make a point of reading for learning and leisure, it's behavior that my children mirror as well.... Continue Reading →

Reading Manga with Libby For Free

During my crusade to promote reading in my home, our local librarian was telling my family about Libby. It's a reading and audio app that allows you to borrow digital copies of items you're library carries. She told us that she uses it to listen to audiobooks during her commute. To be honest, e-books aren't... Continue Reading →

The Nightmare Before Christmas TokyoPop Manga

If there's one thing I've been consistent about this year, it's reading for the fun of it and sharing my thoughts about some of them. Every book can't equal a post. That would take the fun out of it. When I found The Nightmare Before Christmas in manga form I couldn't resist reading it. Since... Continue Reading →

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