My mother was an English teacher for forever and always encouraged my sister and I to read. For some reason *cough cough, mom* I was always placed in the Advanced English classes all the way through high school. Being in AP classes had very few advantages when you are a teenager trying to be cool… Continue reading TOP HIGH SCHOOL NOVELS WORTH REREADING!
25 BOOK FESTIVALS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
Nashville is one of the BEST places to attend very fun festivals; from bacon to of course music, Nashville has never steered me wrong with the amount of summer festivals that they have each year. I was super happy to find out that we also have an annual book festival that promotes authors, book signings… Continue reading 25 BOOK FESTIVALS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
5 BOOKS TO READ DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Happy Black History Month everyone! This month means so much to me and I truly hope you share the same passion of celebration and awareness that I have for this glorious month. If you have not done so already, I encourage you to get involve, celebrate and check out local events throughout your community! Each… Continue reading 5 BOOKS TO READ DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
HOW TO STAY ON GOAL WITH YOUR READING
It is officially 2018 and we have made our goals and resolutions for the year which naturally includes reading! I know, I know, it is a goal we set every year but this year will be different and we will stay on track! From a previous post we know practical ways to find time to… Continue reading HOW TO STAY ON GOAL WITH YOUR READING
2017 BOOK OF THE YEAR: THE HEART’S INVISIBLE FURIES BY JOHN BOYNE
I am beyond stoked that Book of the Month recently announced that the book of the year for 2017 is The Heart’s Invisible Furies by John Boyne!! You guys don’t understand how excited I am about this! When I tell you this was my favorite book of 2017 I truly mean it! I actually mentioned… Continue reading 2017 BOOK OF THE YEAR: THE HEART’S INVISIBLE FURIES BY JOHN BOYNE
NEW YEARS BOOK GOAL-LUSION: READING FOR PERSONAL VALUE
I don’t know about you, but 2017 was amazing! And as it comes to an end I can only reflect on all the great memories that I have shared with friends and family. So many great memories and of course wonderful books. As the year comes to a close it is time to gear… Continue reading NEW YEARS BOOK GOAL-LUSION: READING FOR PERSONAL VALUE
Book Review: 4th Quarter Book Round up
2017 is coming to an end and I have been reflecting on the books I’ve read this year. I have ended the year reading 21 books and I am so happy with my reading selection! With that being said, it is only right that I share my favorite 4th quarter books that I believe you… Continue reading Book Review: 4th Quarter Book Round up
Gift Guide: For Book Lovers
Black Friday is practically here! Christmas is just around the corner, can you believe how fast 2017 has been!? This Black Friday I want to make it easy for you and provide a gift guide for all book lovers "The Book was Better" Sweatshirt My sister bought this sweatshirt for me for my birthday and I am unhealthily obsessed… Continue reading Gift Guide: For Book Lovers
How to Declutter By Selling/Donating Your Used But AWESOME Books
I had a friend who collected books and they were her prized possessions until she had to moved! The once awesome collection that she was obsessed with, turned into a very unpleasant monster. I never encourage throwing away books (no, no, no dear reader!), but I also don’t encourage being a hoarder; therefore, today you… Continue reading How to Declutter By Selling/Donating Your Used But AWESOME Books
Favorite Relationship Book for an Engaged or Newlywed Couple
I have officially been a married woman for six months now! My husband Sekou and I met in 2010 and were fast friends. We started dating in 2014 and became engaged the end of 2015. My parents were ECSTATIC that we were engaged. My mom made the announcement at my bridal party “thank God Kim… Continue reading Favorite Relationship Book for an Engaged or Newlywed Couple