So Happy for another newfound Harlem Renaissance Author! Wallace Thurman originally published this story in 1929 and it is definitely one to be calledSo Happy for another newfound Harlem Renaissance Author! Wallace Thurman originally published this story in 1929 and it is definitely one to be called, “Magnetizing.” From the very first page, I became so intrigued with this author’s straightword narrative of Emma Lou. This is an interesting novel to be remembered regarding colorism: How people can suffer from colorism, internalize colorism, how colorism can be perpetuated also. Oh, there is more…
Grateful to add this Memorable Author and novel Classic my Reading Challenge ...more
This is one absolutely Gorgeous picture book well deserving of 10 Stars for Oge Mora’s illustrations, alone..Extremely Breathtaking ✨.
This picture boThis is one absolutely Gorgeous picture book well deserving of 10 Stars for Oge Mora’s illustrations, alone..Extremely Breathtaking ✨.
This picture book is highly recommended for all ages, just to absorb its Wonder! Readers are taken on a Historical Passage of Mary Walker, born into slavery. Her profound story will Inspire every Heart and Mind, at the close of this book.
This novel was very overwhelming for me as each chapter became closer to the conclusion…
Tortilla Flats is a small town above Monterey, California. WitThis novel was very overwhelming for me as each chapter became closer to the conclusion…
Tortilla Flats is a small town above Monterey, California. With this novel, John Steinbeck has once again flawlessly written a masterful piece of Art. Readers come to know this town as a place where a group of Mexican-American people who call themselves “paisanos” live drinking, stealing, and you name it. But, of course this author adds so much more as Enlightenment for Readers to learn for a Lifetime ...more
Jerry Spinelli has written an interestingly nice YA novel about a nameless boy, aka “nobody.” I cannot leave out that he is so Different from EverybodJerry Spinelli has written an interestingly nice YA novel about a nameless boy, aka “nobody.” I cannot leave out that he is so Different from Everybody. ...more
“It was hard to keep hope alive when there was so little to feed it.”
Linda Sue Park has written a superb Middle school aged book with ‘A Long Walk To“It was hard to keep hope alive when there was so little to feed it.”
Linda Sue Park has written a superb Middle school aged book with ‘A Long Walk To Water.’ This is the true story of Salva Dut who became famously known as one of the “Lost Boys of Sudan.”
There is another story of young Nya, in 2008, that interfaces with Salva’s Journey in 1985 and both are bearing to survive to find clean water. This author throws readers a nice ironic moment with the workers (in Nya’s village) and the same pond. Very Nice..
This story continues as an Inspiration to the World, making our ideas into Reality.And, I love how much Impact Salva made for so many people.
After reading the printed copy, I just needed to also listen to the audiobook. I enjoyed the drum beats and music that bring the Feel of Africa throughout this read. Lastly, Salva’s words are so very appreciated in so many ways. Thank YOU.
"Coming on Home Soon" is a book wrapped with so much Tender, Gentle Love as only Jacqueline Woodson can convey in her writing... Beautiful "Coming on Home Soon" is a book wrapped with so much Tender, Gentle Love as only Jacqueline Woodson can convey in her writing... Beautiful ...more
I Love this Book so much that I cannot even write a review right now..
So, Grateful for the Author's note in the beginning of another Wonderful read byI Love this Book so much that I cannot even write a review right now..
So, Grateful for the Author's note in the beginning of another Wonderful read by Patricia C. McKissack. I have found another Favorite author in 2023 ...more
Halfway through this novella, I remembered this story of Jody and his pony, Gabilan. I initially read this back in high school with other great literaHalfway through this novella, I remembered this story of Jody and his pony, Gabilan. I initially read this back in high school with other great literature pieces from William Faulkner as well. Even after all these years, I still felt so sad for Jody. But, my love for Steinbeck's literature has a way of soothing a reader's soul, Exquisitely.
2023 is Ending Phenomenally with another Historical Classic on the list!
“Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is “Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.” -Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 ✨
This is my fifth novel by John Steinbeck and each new read continues to enliven my Love for his historical classics. This is still weighing heavily upon me. So, just some quick words… If you are a reader that has not ever taken an Experience through one of his novels, I strongly recommend reading at least one. His Beautiful novel, “Tortilla Flat” was the last one I read by this author and just like that one… this one has left me in Deep thoughts, sad, but I Delighted to see one of my favorite scriptures in this novel (above). As well as others.
Any novel by John Steinbeck is undoubtedly a Humbling Experience to Hold Dear! ...more
Last week, "Foster" was the book chosen by this author, which was very new to me at that time. Without knowing what to expect, I was excited since HisLast week, "Foster" was the book chosen by this author, which was very new to me at that time. Without knowing what to expect, I was excited since Historical fiction has always been my Favorite genre of books. It was more than I Hoped for.. It left me speechless, unable to write a review. Claire Keegan is an author who writes with deep Compassion that shows tremendously in this novella, "Small Things Like These." She will wholeheartedly touch the Hearts of readers. ...more
"Of Mice and Men" is another tale by John Steinbeck that centers around the Friendship between two ranch workers, George Milton and Lennie Smalls, dur"Of Mice and Men" is another tale by John Steinbeck that centers around the Friendship between two ranch workers, George Milton and Lennie Smalls, during the Great Depression in 1930.
I can honestly say the countless examples of Steinbeck's verbal irony is the reason I enjoyed this Touching novel. John Steinbeck should be on Everyone's Tbr list.
"For the first time, Lennie became conscious of the outside."...more
“Many of the folks in Ours still carried with them a broken-mirror self they were figuring out how to piece together.”
OuThis Novel Deserves 10 stars ✨
“Many of the folks in Ours still carried with them a broken-mirror self they were figuring out how to piece together.”
Ours is a small town for freed slaves. This refuge for these slaves cannot be found on the map nor can be accessible to unwelcome visitors. This town was founded by Saint, a conjure woman. Readers will be thrilled to see the technique used with stones to “Charm” travelers away.
My initial read by Phillip B. Williams and after reading chapter 1, I understood this was a novel that would just reel me all into the pages. I was so engulfed by this novel… The route this novel is written is SO Mesmerizing! I will be honest with saying, ‘Ours’ will not be for all to enjoy, but readers with much patience will be charmed by All of It’s Joy . ...more
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