This week I read:
The Templeton Twins Have An Idea
by Ellis Weiner
- ARC from #ALA12: funny, clever mystery with great narration and two smart kids who have great ideas (MG). I'm buying this one, too.
- A GN I bought at the Scholastic Book Summit. One of my students said I "HAD" to read it. I LOVE it when my students recommend books to ME. Very interesting story about a family vacation gone wrong.
- A signed copy I waited in line for at the Scholastic Book Summit. YA with mature content. Gritty, suspenseful story about a teenage boy on trial for murder. It's a tough book that will break your heart. Walter Dean Myers is such an excellent writer.
- I checked this one out from the library, but I need my own copy. A fun book about two best friends and a granny you will love. Granny Torrelli invites you into her kitchen to make pasta and listen to her stories. This book made me happy.
- ARC from #TLA12. Signed! (My librarian picked it up for me!). YA. A great main character who will inspire you. A foster kid with a dream to play football. I won't tell you anymore, because I don't want to spoil it. I'm a big college football fan, and I loved this book--but I loved the non-football part the most.
Cardboard by Doug TenNapel (ARC)
I will read:
Before I write this section, I must confess that I usually change my mind about one or two of the titles. I pick the book according to my mood.
The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
Starry River of the Sky by Grace LinSchool:
My last few grad school projects are due this week, and I'll be spending today in the library studying. While I study, write, read, research, etc., I think about my students, and how my experience will benefit them, too. I'm rewarding myself with a night of free reading.
My campus is still closed due to carpet installation, but I'm planning decor in my head again. Camping theme? New colors?
Yellow Box flip-flops for the library
Silver Naturalizer flats when I have to dress up
I have plans to read certain books and then I seem to pick up and read others. I am so fickle. Don't know if I will get to the Ravenwood Boys this week but certainly hope to soon. And I must go in search of those flats. Too cute.
ReplyDeleteI am so jealous of the books you are going to read this week. Two of my most anticipated books of the year! I hope you enjoy them :)
ReplyDeleteThe buzz about the Templeton Twins is amazing. I can't wait to get my hands on this book!
ReplyDeleteI think you would love it, Maria! The kids are so clever and fun! Thanks for stopping by my blog!
DeleteI just got an E-ARC of the Templeton Twins. Excited to read it. Wow. Raven Boys and Starry River. That would be hard to decide! I always change my mind from what I put on my Going to Read Next list as well. But both of those would be great choices!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed Bad Island as well. I just realized that I didn't mention it in my post today- thank you for reminding me!
ReplyDeleteYou explained Monster very well- it is so well done. And I am glad you liked Granny Torelli- it is such a great grandma story.
Looking forward to hearing what you think about Raven Boys. It is one that I look forward to.
Happy reading this week! :)
What a list of books you have! I'm reading Crow, by Barbara Wright and I just downloaded an ARC of The Wednesdays, by Julie Bourbeau at NetGalley. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteI'm really looking forward to the Templeton Twins! Jealous you have your hands on an ARC. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteMaria @novalibrarymom.com