What Does it Mean to Pre-order a Book and Why is it Important?
What does it mean to pre-order a book? Traditionally published books and, sometimes, self-published books, have an anticipated release date. On that date, and not before, the book will...
Reading is my survival strategy. Stress is real and relentless. Reading opens the door to escape. It provides a change of scenery that is vital to my survival. Reading lowers my stress. Come...
My granddaughter LOVES books. It's great, cuz her grandma does, too. At 16 months, she's expanded her attention span and her interest to include picture books. We still do a lot of board books...
It's easy to get callused by the needs of the world. We are overwhelmed by need and we become immune. That's why a deep dive into a book beats an internet post or news article. These five...
Are you knee deep or neck deep in culture (and why does it matter?)
When we first moved to Mexico, our toddler son was social and verbal— in English. One Sunday morning when he was close to two we visited a church in our city. Will was put in a...
I love a good memoir. It's fascinating to get inside someone else's head, to feel their emotions and appreciate their life vicariously. Even better when they are a writer with a gift for...
