Why: While browsing the bargain table at Barnes and Noble, the cover of this novel caught my eye. Then, as a knitter myself, the simple, straightforward title drew me in. Finally, the synopsis on the back seemed as if it …
In todayโs world of instant gratification and limited characters (also known as a limited attention span), it is no surprise that a pop culture version of shorthand has been created. What started off as a few innocent abbreviations like โlolโ …
Why: The reason I chose this book was simple and uninteresting: it was on my Amazon reading list. I had actually tried to read this last summer, but ended up returning it – gasp – unread to the library. The …
Welcome to our very first LQ Chat post, where several of us will weigh in! We hope these happen oftenย 😊 There is no shortage of literature in this world, and certainly not enough time to consume it all, no matter …
Why:ย This is the second book that I requested from my library after Joli posted her books from the 1990s article. I was just going to read one of these beloved Dear America books, but then two caught my eye, and …
Why: This book choice was a direct byproduct of Joli’s post on books from the 1990s. I couldn’t help but search my library’s catalog for one (ok, I borrowed two…) of these childhood favorites. This particular title captured my attention …
In loving memory of the 2015 NFL football season, this Grammar Rant focuses on the epic battle of Americaโs biggest game. No, I donโt mean the defensive showcase that happened on Sunday in Santa Clara. This Panthers fan isnโt ready …