As I mentioned in this post, I recently acquired this book. The beginning was captivating with this as the opening lines: “My mother’s a prostitute. Not the filthy, street walking kind. She’s actually quite pretty, fairly well spoken, and has lovely clothes. But she sleeps with men for money or gifts, and according to … Continue reading
I buy books almost every week.
And given that I work at Barnes & Noble, it’s easy to talk myself into it! Here’s more or less how that conversation with self usually goes… Continue reading
If you’ve never heard of author Rainbow Rowell, you are missing out. But if you’ve never even heard of her book, Eleanor & Park, you have not lived! Alright. Maybe that was a bit melodramatic. But Rowell’s writing is so exquisite that it’s one of the few YA novels I can heartily recommend to ANYONE. … Continue reading
Yours truly has been nominated for the Inspiring Blog Award by the Ariel Suarez Interior Design blog! The rules are apparently to state 7 fantastical facts about yourself. But I already did that in this post. And now I shall proceed to list the blogs I’d like to nominate: The Dainty Doll’s … Continue reading
Well, that might be a wee bit egotistical. Maybe. But in any case, I hosted a short “7 Fantastical Facts About Me” on my other blog, Parasol Dreams, and thought it might be fun to share it on here too for my other readers. 😉 I always love getting to know random, little known facts … Continue reading
Here are some of the latest books I’ve been coveting. 😀 Only had time to post about three of them, but a short post is better than none ! When Louisiana Rory Deveaux arrives in London, it’s the start of a new life at a London boarding school. But for many, this will be … Continue reading
A short post, but I felt so sad that I hadn’t shared any bookish stuff lately. Continue reading
Hello, book lovers! Just a tiny note to wish you a very Merry Christmas. While some may not be home for the holidays, I wish you much love and warmth. Remember the troops who are far from home, and those less fortunate who may have to work even on Christmas day. Take care of yourself. … Continue reading
“What people respond to, what is such a mistake, is not that you are different, but that you are ashamed to be different.” Continue reading
I’ve had a few good reads this past months and felt like sharing some memorable quotes along with the covers that grace them. Continue reading
The Hipster Owl's Bookshelf 