Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! Oops, with all the excitement (read: self-promotion posts) around my latest book release, our poor little Book Owl got left all alone in his nest. And believe me, I got quite the beak-ful about being so late with this month's silly dive into book-related history. He may look cute, but … Continue reading All Aboard the Book Store!
The Story of the Bookmobile, From Perambulators to Pack Animals
Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! With the unseasonably cold, wet, and utterly miserable weather we're having here in the Pacific Northwest this spring, it's going to be a loooonnnggg time before the neighborhood hears the cheerful (and somewhat creepy) tune of the ice cream truck. But that's okay (not the weather thing, that seriously sucks), … Continue reading The Story of the Bookmobile, From Perambulators to Pack Animals
Fake News: The 1835 Edition (The Great Moon Hoax)
Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! Fake news is nothing new, but unlike today with our ranting politicians and angry mobs, spreading fake news used to be a lot more fun. In this latest "episode" of the Podcast Formerly Known As Book Owl, we launch ourselves into some out of this world reporting from 1835 when … Continue reading Fake News: The 1835 Edition (The Great Moon Hoax)
Value Your Life? Then DON’T Read This Book!
Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! Well, everyone, it's the second week of the month of February (seriously, who stole January out from under me?), and that means it's time for that new endeavor on the blog I mentioned a few weeks ago. Or rather, an old endeavor. In case you missed that post, here's the … Continue reading Value Your Life? Then DON’T Read This Book!
January’s Top Three Reads: Hilarious History, Madcap Mystery, and Hungry Bins
Hello Book Fiends of Bloglandia! I'll be honest, I came across a lot of "meh" books this month and a few downright awful ones. It was almost enough to make me want to shred my library card. Kidding, just kidding... That would be sacrilegious to a book nerd! Luckily, my faith in the book … Continue reading January’s Top Three Reads: Hilarious History, Madcap Mystery, and Hungry Bins
Some Zombie Owls for the Book Nerds, Perhaps?
Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! After the disastrous state things were in last week on my writing desk, it's time to get going on something new I had planned for the blog this year. Or rather, something old. Those of you who've been scrolling through my posts for a while (probably in search of cat … Continue reading Some Zombie Owls for the Book Nerds, Perhaps?
The Dutch Diaries, Part Five: The Delights of Delft
Hello Once Again, Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! If you're absolutely sick of seeing my vacation photos, you'll be glad to know this post is the final installment of the Dutch Diaries. But if you've enjoyed reliving my little excursion with me, well, sorry to say, it's still the final post of my recent trip to the … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Five: The Delights of Delft
The Dutch Diaries, Part Four: B&B Bij Jeanne (aka “the best!”)
Hello Once Again, Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! So far, the Dutch Diaries have been a whirlwind of sightseeing, which means it's time to relax a little and settle into what might be the best bed and breakfast in all of the Netherlands. Typing about where we rested our heads at night might seem a little mundane, … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Four: B&B Bij Jeanne (aka “the best!”)
The Dutch Diaries, Part Three: What!? No Windmills!?
Hello Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! Welcome back to another installment of the Dutch Diaries, which makes it sound far more introspective and mysterious than it really is. Basically, I'm just showing off my vacation pics. As with last time, we're heading out on another day trip from the delightful land of Delft...and yes, I will be … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Three: What!? No Windmills!?
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