Category Archives: Recommendations
Fairy Tale Facts: Snow-White and Rose-Red
In 1815, the Brothers Grimm published their second volume of collected fairy tales. It contained over 70 different tales, including The Goose Girl and today’s topic: Snow-White and Rose-Red. The full story can be read here, but I wanted to take a look into it today.
Kate Reviews: The Blood of Stars Duology
Elizabeth Lim is a genius and I’ve already pre-ordered her next book. It’s a Wild Swans retelling, which is only one of my favorite fairy tales.
Kate Reviews: The Mermaid’s Sister
Despite some technical difficulties this weekend, there’s a new review up!
Kate Reviews: Gretchen and the Bear
I’ve got a new favorite author! Until next time, word nerds!
Kate Reviews: Ella Minnow Pea
I’m back with a new book review!
V.I.B.s
What are some of the most impactful books you’ve read? Until next time, word nerds!
Cover Reveal: Things We Didn’t Say
My friend Amy is publishing a book! Here’s the cover!
Kate Reviews: Romanov
What’s this? A post? That’s right, I’m back! Today’s video is about a book I read over Christmas (and I’m proud to say I read seven books over my week vacation!). Nadine Brandes is one of those people I see online and think, “I want to be her friend.” Until next time, word nerds!
Fairy Tale Facts: Puss in Boots
Animal helpers have always been popular in fairy tales. Cinderella had some helpful birds (or mice, depending on the version). Many heroes encounter animals in peril and are rewarded for helping them. But perhaps the most famous animal helper is Puss in Boots. There are numerous versions of the Puss in Boots fairy tale. TheContinue reading “Fairy Tale Facts: Puss in Boots”