Posts by Clarissa Cooke

Travel Back to the Past (& Find Out What Kind of Underwear People Wore!)

These books will give you a picture of how people lived, and what daily life was like throughout history.

Food is Life! Foodie Memoirs to Enjoy

Caution: these books will make you hungry.

Escape to Another Planet, Time, or Universe With Sci-Fi & Fantasy E-Books

"Leave" home for awhile with an escapist read.

Feel Good Family Stories for Children Ages 9-12

There are mysteries, magic, ghosts, and funny stories—all comforting stories of caring families.

Comfort Reads for Anglophiles

Sometimes I want to imagine that I live in a castle in England and at any moment the butler will inform me that "Dinner is Served."

Popular Authors Who Write for Both Children and Adults

Bond with your child over your love of a favorite author.

Books for Unicorn Lovers of All Ages

Do you know someone who has Unicorn Fever?

Make a Resolution to Read More Poetry Next Year

Sometimes, you read a poem and feel the poet peered into your heart and understood your emotions in ways you didn’t think another human being could. If you plan to read more poetry in 2020, here are some suggestions to start you on your poetry adventure.

Planning Your Own Poetry Teatime

Select your poetry books, set your table, serve some snacks, and have your very own special poetry teatime. Our recommendations, especially engaging for younger readers, can help.