The original prompt for this week is … books I hope Santa brings this year. However, this is a bit of a conundrum for me. First of all, I’m Jewish, so I don’t make lists for Santa. I just pass along my wishes to my family. Second of […]
I tend to read a lot of audiobooks, but I struggle to write reviews for them, because I process them differently than when I actually read the words. I don’t take the same kind of notes when I read audiobooks, so when I write my reviews, I typically […]
Eight Nights of Flirting Thank you to YA Books Central and Razorbill for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. You can find my YA Books Central review here. CONTENT WARNING: mention of bullying Shira Barbanel has a plan: This Hanukkah, she’s […]
As someone who celebrates Chanukah, it’s only in recent years that I’ve found holiday books that actually focus on my holiday (and aren’t geared towards children only). Even so, there aren’t many yet. Here’s some of my favorite holiday books: Yep, that’s all I got. Let me know […]
As you guys may know, the last couple of weeks have been hellish for Jewish people. We sign on to social media every day and find a storm of antisemitism, in posts and reporting attacks on people around the world. If you weren’t aware of that, check in […]
Here in New York, the weather is getting colder, and today’s prompt about books that give off a cozy vibe is perfect! When it’s cold, rainy, or even snowy, there’s just something about curling up with my dogs, a fuzzy throw blanket, a hot cup of tea or […]
This week’s prompt is favorite “aww” moments in books, that give me warm fuzzies, but I have to be honest. I have the absolute worst memory, and struggle to remember specific moments in books. Instead, I’m going to talk about warm and fuzzy books, the kind that offer […]
The Life and Crimes of Hoodie Rosen Author: Isaac Blum Genre: YA Contemporary Publication Date: September 13, 2022 Publisher: Philomel Thank you to Philomel and Penguin Random House for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. CONTENT WARNING: antisemitism, violence, hate […]
The Pomegranate Author: S.J. Schwaidelson Genre: Historical Fiction Publication Date: October 17, 2021 Thank you to the author for providing me with a copy of this book. I am offering my honest opinion voluntarily. CONTENT WARNING: rape, slavery, murder, blood, mention of death of a child, violence, mention […]
Here’s this weeks prompt: Books I Hope Santa Brings/Bookish Wishes (This was so popular when I did it in June that we’re doing it again for the holidays! List the top 10 books you’d love to own and include a link to your wishlist so that Santa can […]
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