Title: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Author: J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany, and Jack Thorne Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books (Scholastic Inc) Copyright Date: 2016 I finally ticked a book off of my to-read list in Goodreads that I’ve put off for two years! Being a fan of the Harry Potter series and also being married toContinue reading “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: A Book Review”
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Turtles All the Way Down: Book Review
Title: Turtles All The Way Down Author: John Green Publisher: Dutton Books Copyright Date: 2017 “You remember your first love because they show you, prove to you, that you can love and be loved, that nothing in this world is deserved except for love, that love is both how you become a person, and why.” (Green 283)Continue reading “Turtles All the Way Down: Book Review”
Gone Too Far: A Book Review
Title: Gone Too Far Author: Natalie D. Richards Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire Copyright Date: 2015 Ever since I became a member of the central Ohio SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) I’ve been on a quest to read books by Ohio authors. This book was recommended to me by my high school librarian. The author is localContinue reading “Gone Too Far: A Book Review”
Another Short Story: Tragedy in Times Square (Part 1)
As part of my commitment to fiction writing this month I joined an online critique community. With my membership to the group I get to submit one short story per week to receive feedback. I am so excited about having this weekly opportunity to hear from professionals in the field. I also have access toContinue reading “Another Short Story: Tragedy in Times Square (Part 1)”
Short Story
Check out my short story published on the Wordhaus website as part of the Spring Contest. Bunkered by Lauren Sisley I’m still awaiting feedback from the judges of the contest, but in the meantime would appreciate your comments!!
Bunkered
I belong to an online writing community by the name of Becoming Writer which is sponsored by The Write Practice. Every so often the community is thrown into a writing contest. I enjoy participating in these contests because I tend to get valuable feedback from other writers. The most recent short story contest I participatedContinue reading “Bunkered”
The Outbreak: Looking For Inspiration
I’m working on a post-apocalyptic story for a current project. I’m really getting into this story and have already shared it with some people for critiques and feedback. The ending I had originally written was not satisfactory so I’m reaching out to my blogging community for some inspiration. Take a look at the story belowContinue reading “The Outbreak: Looking For Inspiration”
24 Book Challenge: The First Book in a Series
The following is a book review by The Ameri Brit Mom. This is book #6 from The Ameri Brit Mom 24 Book Challenge in 2016. This post expresses the genuine opinion and experiences of The Ameri Brit Mom and is in no way endorsed by authors, publishers, or outside influences. Title: The Selection Author: Kiera Cass Publisher:Continue reading “24 Book Challenge: The First Book in a Series”
A Book Review: Eleanor and Park
The following is a book review by The Ameri Brit Mom. This post expresses the genuine opinion and experiences of The Ameri Brit Mom and is in no way endorsed by authors, publishers, and outside influences. Title: Eleanor and Park Author: Rainbow Rowell Publisher: St. Martin’s Griffin Copyright Date: 2013 Lately, I’ve been on a bit of aContinue reading “A Book Review: Eleanor and Park”
Motivating Readers and Myself
Yesterday, I took part in a very motivating Professional Development session at the public school where I work. It was a collaborative meeting that focused on the transition from 8th grade Language Arts to the freshman level, which I teach. I was particularly motivated and recharged during our discussion about teaching reading. It’s true thatContinue reading “Motivating Readers and Myself”
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