Category: ENTERTAIN

  • 27 Book Reviews and Lots of Ideas for What to Read Next

    27 Book Reviews and Lots of Ideas for What to Read Next

    I have worked hard to bring you my latest book reviews, and Ellie is the reason why. Late last spring, I made the mistake of telling her that I had challenged myself to read through my growing pile of unread books over the summer. She immediately turned it into a competition. She dared me to…

  • New Reading List and Book Reviews

    New Reading List and Book Reviews

    Reading has always been one of my favorite ways to escape, so it’s no surprise that while we’re living on the hell mouth, I’ve upped the ante. I also have almost nothing else to do in my free time, but read. Over the last few months, I’ve read at least 17 books. Reviews for each…

  • What to Read Next

    What to Read Next

    Earlier in this pandemic, I mentioned that I was reading my face off. Since that time, I’ve finished many other books. Most of those are listed below, along with a short review. I enjoyed nearly all of these and hope you like them as much as I did. What is not shown is the cathartic…

  • Books to Read Right Now

    Books to Read Right Now

    I really thought I’d be spending this quarantine knee deep in new recipes, but instead, I’ve had my nose stuck in a book. It has been a much needed escape. So today, I’m excited to pass all that hard-earned research on to you. Here’s a short list of which books to read right now –…

  • What to Read Right Now: December 2019

    What to Read Right Now: December 2019

    Hey, hey. We’re approaching reading season! We just have to make it through December. Then, in January, when we’re stranded in our house, we can settle in with a pile of good books. I’m not sure who will watch our children, but maybe the T.V. will? It’s unclear. Either way, I’ve pulled together the list…

  • What to Read Right Now: September 2019

    What to Read Right Now: September 2019

    I’m back with another edition of “what to read right now.” Here, I’ve rounded up five books that I’ve read over the last several months. For each one, I’ve written a short review to give you an idea of how much I liked it. I Owe You One – I have been a Sophie Kinsella…

  • What to Read Right Now

    What to Read Right Now

    That title is very bossy, but truthfully, so am I. Over the last several months, I’ve read a lot of exceptional books and couldn’t be more excited to share them with you. So, let’s get right to it, OK? Life After Live – This book is clever and vastly interesting. It’s one you’ll think about…

  • 5 Books to Read in a Snow Storm

    5 Books to Read in a Snow Storm

    Technically, you could read these anytime, but if you live in the Midwest, you may be looking for an indoor activity this week. Lord knows, we probably will be. So, without further ado, here are five books I’ve read over the last few months (and liked). Molly’s Game by Molly Bloom – Molly’s Game was one…

  • The Fall T.V. Worth Watching – Edited

    The Fall T.V. Worth Watching – Edited

    T.V. may not be the most exciting hobby, but it’s one of mine. So, every year, despite the decline of cable programming, I look forward to seeing which new shows look promising and the favorites that are returning. Here’s what I plan on watching next week when the premieres start. Please note: most of these…

  • Summer Reading

    Summer Reading

    So, over the last year, I have been stockpiling book recommendations. They run the gamut. Some are new-ish. Others have been out for awhile. They are all GOOD. (You will see a ton of mystery/thrillers, because that was what my book club was into last year.) Find out what to read here: Little Fires Everywhere: Celeste…