After reading What I Saw and How I Lied, I contacted the author, Judy Blundell through Facebook. I was impressed with Judy's knowledge of the books that Evie Spooner, her post WWII character, read. Including this literature brought historical accuracy and greater depth to Evie's character. Judy told me how she located her resources. She inspired… Continue reading Blue Willow: A Book That Lillie and Kate Read
Tag: Newbery Honor Winner
Holiday Giveaway #2: Hattie Big Sky
It is a rare book that engages middle grade, young adult, and adult readers. Hattie Big Sky, a 2007 Newbery Honor winner by Kirby Larson, is such a book. While I listened to it on CD, my 88-year-old mother enjoyed reading it. This blog will include both our reactions to this hard-to-put-down book. Set in early-20th… Continue reading Holiday Giveaway #2: Hattie Big Sky