Month: October 2020
Halloween Reads from Classic American Authors
Happy Hallowreading! One of our library customers asked me if I read things seasonally or certain things during the different seasons, but the only answer I could come up with is for Halloween. Having a background in American History and Literature, a few American classic writers come to mind. My personal tradition is to read […]
Mindfulness for Kids
Returning to school can be a stressful experience for kids, especially while wearing a mask and worrying about Covid-19. Mindfulness, a practice centered on self-awareness and focusing on the present moment, has been scientifically proven to improve kids’ ability to respond to stressors. By identifying and accepting their thoughts and emotions, children increase their well-being […]
New Fiction and A lot of Nonfiction
I hope you’re all enjoying the pretty weather and getting some good reading time in. We have a few new fiction titles, not by high-demand authors, but really good nonetheless. The Queen of Tuesday by Darin Strauss offers a glimpse of mid-century American culture and establishes Lucille Ball as the main influencer of her time. […]
So Many Great Books!
Hello! Early October is traditionally a hot time in Amercan publishing, and this year is no different. Many of your favorite authors have books that were either released yesterday (October 6th) or will be next week (October 13th). Some of them include 1st Case by James Patterson, a murder mystery that involves college students and […]