pickThis was the first book I‘ve read written in verse, and I really enjoyed it. It tells the story of a young boy growing up in a rough neighborhood, surrounded by gang violence and shootings. During an elevator ride, he‘s visited by ghosts from his past, which reminded me a bit of A Christmas Carol. It‘s a powerful, thought-provoking story that I finished in just about an hour. I‘d recommend it to anyone looking to try something new and unique.
This is my #bookspin book, initially added to my bingo board because September is back to school. I‘m not sure if I originally bought it for one of my now adult kids or not but I figure YA books fit the back to school prompt pretty well so I‘m cracking it open today.
phase three: forget Ben‘s
number, move on and live your
best, fabulous life.
#haikuhive #haikuaday #poetry #funny #barbie #theadventuresofbarbieandben
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Finished this one earlier in the week, my second for August‘s #AuthorAMonth #JudyBlume. The library audiobook became free & so I listened to it & really enjoyed the reread. I must have read this book a bazillion times growing up & it all came back. Perfectly captures growing up in the late 70s-early 80s for me & all those things—bras, periods, boys & friendships & all the questions & angst they bring.
pickWe love a book bringing attention to OCD👏🏻 and not just the stereotype most people think of.
A touching YA with a good reveal.
