Tag: nonfiction

The Leaf Detective: How Margaret Lowman Uncovered Secrets in the Rainforest by Heather Lang, Illustrated by Jana Christy
Jan 19

The Leaf Detective: How Margaret Lowman Uncovered Secrets in the Rainforest by Heather Lang, Illustrated by Jana Christy

4 stars A fascinating non-fiction picture book about the life and work of Margaret Lowman, aka “Canopy Meg”. The book gives an overview of her childhood, education, scientific discoveries, and conservation work all while providing interesting facts about the rainforest and animals/plants that live there and quotes from Canopy Meg herself. The illustrations are beautiful,…

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Our Subway Baby by Peter Mercurio, Illustrated by Leo Espinosa
Jan 9

Our Subway Baby by Peter Mercurio, Illustrated by Leo Espinosa

4 stars An adorably sweet, heartwarming book based on a true story. Told from Peter Mercurio’s point of view talking directly to Kevin, the book tells the story of how Kevin became Peter and Danny’s son. The book focuses on the positive aspects of finding and creating family, including the support system of those around…

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Like a Girl by Lori Degman, Illustrated by Mara Penny
Dec 26

Like a Girl by Lori Degman, Illustrated by Mara Penny

4 stars A lovely picture book packed with historical trailblazers that changed the world. I love how this book reclaimed the phrase, “like a girl”, and gave it a positive spin. It does an excellent job of showing some of the women who have made their mark on history as well as inspiring a new…

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If My Body Could Speak by Blythe Baird
Dec 24

If My Body Could Speak by Blythe Baird

5 stars A stunning poetry collection. Baird tackles many hardships in her poems including eating disorders, sexual assault, rape culture, relationships and sexuality, and healing. One thing that really stuck out to me was how well organized this collection was. Each poem flowed so nicely into the next. The themes build as the book goes…

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Wow, No Thank You. by Samantha Irby
Dec 24

Wow, No Thank You. by Samantha Irby

4 stars A hilarious collection of essays ranging from the writing process to health problems to getting older to relationships and married life. This is the first book I’ve read from Irby (but won’t be the last!). I’ll admit it took me a bit to get into the flow of it. The audiobook is read…

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Bibliophile: Diverse Spines by Jamise Harper and Jane Mount
Dec 5

Bibliophile: Diverse Spines by Jamise Harper and Jane Mount

5 stars Warning: this book will make your TBR list explode. First off, this book is gorgeous. I love the color design and cover art. Inside, this book contains spread after spread of beautiful bookstacks and artwork. It’s a joy to look at. This is the first Bibliophile books I’ve read, and it makes me…

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