Author Archives: Katy K.

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About Katy K.

I'm a librarian and book worm who believes that children and adults deserve great books to read.

Delilah Dirk and the Turkish Lieutenant

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Katy K.

Delilah Dirk and the Turkish Lieutenant by Tony Cliff. First Second, 2013. Constantinople, 1807. Lieutenant Erdemoglu Selim first meets Delilah Dirk in prison, when he takes her official interview. She’s in for trespassing. Miss Dirk is an adventuress: half English, … Continue reading →

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What We Found in the Sofa and How It Saved the World

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Katy K.

This is one that I asked my library to buy so that I could read it, based mostly on Charlotte’s recommendation, and especially because it sounded like a good boy fantasy. What We Found in the Sofa and How It … Continue reading →

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When the Sea Is Rising Red

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Katy K.

This book came recommended by my friend Annette over at The Stars Are Not Made of Fire, who knows the author through her writing group. She told me the book went unexpected places, and I have to agree. When the … Continue reading →

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March

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Katy K.

March. Book 1. by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell. Top Shelf, 2013. African-American Senator John Lewis tells the first part of the story of his life, including his childhood and his collegiate activities with the Civil Rights Movement … Continue reading →

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A Wisp of a Thing

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Katy K.

Look! Another case where I finished a book and checked out the sequel right away. In Armchair Cybils news, I put together a list of all the Cybils-nominated books I’ve read in the four areas I’ve decided to focus on: … Continue reading →

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The Last Enchanter

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Katy K.

The Last Enchanter. The Celestine Chronicles Book 2 by Laurisa White Reyes. In the prologue of this book, we see the old king being poisoned by a trusted advisor. Then, the main story starts with young Marcus, taking care of … Continue reading →

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The Last Enchanter Blog Tour and Giveaway

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Katy K.

Welcome to the official blog tour for  THE LAST ENCHANTER,  Book II of The Celestine Chronicles,  a fun-filled fantasy adventure series for middle grade readers!   _______________________________________________________________   In Book I, THE ROCK OF IVANORE, enchanter’s apprentice Marcus Frye and five … Continue reading →

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Armchair Cybils

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Katy K.

Someday – maybe after my youngest is in school full time (that would be next year), I’d love to be an actual Cybils panelist. But since that isn’t in the cards right now, I was thrilled when Charlotte posted about … Continue reading →

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Ballet Picture Books

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Katy K.

It’s the one-year anniversary of the Kid Lit Blog Hop! With lots of authors and readers blogging and spreading the word on favorite children’s books, there’s always something to discover, so hop around and find something to love! My newly … Continue reading →

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Fyre

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Katy K.

Announcements: there’s only a few hours left to nominate a book for a Cybils Award! And, it’s Ada Lovelace Day! Fyre. Septimus Heap Book 7 by Angie Sage. Narrated by Gerard Doyle. This is the last book in the long-running … Continue reading →

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