Join me over at hoopla for a marathon of long lost movie musicals that will make you shriek "How did this get made?!"
Three Hilarious Webcomics Turned Books
Some of the funniest, most insightful comics artists these days publish their work online first. Webcomics are rich with diversity in story, characters, creators, and formats. One of my favorite formats for a quick punch of so-true-it-hurts humor is the one-shot comic. Even if you're not a tumblr devotee, where most of this style originates…
A Boy Book or a Girl Book?
These children's books feature characters that defy gender stereotypes.
An Evening with Matika Wilbur
Last week, I was fortunate enough to attend an event at the Burien Library (where I also happen to work) entitled Changing the Way We See Native America: Dismantling Native American Stereotypes, featuring Pacific Northwest photographer Matika Wilbur. I went into the event expecting to see some beautiful photographs (which I certainly did see), but I…
Best Holiday Party Ever!
It's party season! With a little creativity, ingenuity, and a thoughtfully curated guest list, you can host the soirée of the season in your very own home!
Drink This, Read That.
Some things just naturally go together like a horse and carriage, peanut butter and jelly, and Batman and Robin. So why not books and beverages? If I may be so bold, I would like to suggest the following pairings for your enjoyment. Looking for something a little tropical with a touch of ocean breezes and…
5 Excellent Animated Films NOT produced by Disney
It is true that for decades Disney studios have produced widely popular films for children. It is also true that Disney films are regularly criticized for portraying cultural, racial, and gender stereotypes that cause many parents to question the problematic messages they give to children. Despite the controversies associated with Disney films, I admit that I have enjoyed the occasional screening of Sleeping Beauty and other…
15 Ways to Have a More Literary Winter
When the days get shorter and the weather gets chilly, it's the perfect time to cozy up with a book. But maybe you need a little added inspiration for things to do during the colder months to bring more books into your life. Here are some suggestions for ways to have a more literary winter…
Modern Poetry Exploring Race and Identity
Examine race, identity, feminism, and other big issues in these poetry books.
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