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.

Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Katy K.

“I was reminded of Harry from The Blue Sword and of Katsa from Graceling and I was in love,” said Melissa at Book Nut.  That was enough for me to put myself right on hold for this book, jumping over everything else in the … Continue reading →

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Something Like Love by Beverly Jenkins

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Katy K.

A few months ago, there was an article in Book Page magazine about Beverly Jenkins and her new novel, Forbidden.  Wait – a Michigan historical romance author of color I was completely ignorant of?  (Ok, given that I read maybe … Continue reading →

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Diversity on the Shelf – May Update

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Katy K.

I am participating in the Diversity on the Shelf Reading Challenge hosted by the Englishist. I read 17 books in May, a little better than April.  By age, there were 3 early chapter books, 4 middle grade books, 8 teen books … Continue reading →

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Anna Hibiscus

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Katy K.

I’m always on the look-out for early chapter book series for my daughter – and this certainly fits the bill. Anna Hibiscus by Atinuke. Narrated by Mutiyat Ade-Salu. Walker Books, 2007 (UK) Kane/Miller, 2010 (US). Recorded Books, 2012. This is … Continue reading →

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Under a Painted Sky

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Katy K.

I know, it’s almost June, and here I am still working on my Top 10 2015 Releases I Didn’t Get To.   Once again, though, this cross-dressing adventure was worth the wait. Under a Painted Sky by Stacey Lee. G.P. Putnam’s … Continue reading →

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11 Girl-Led Read-alouds for 4/5 Grade

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Katy K.

Not so long ago, I got into a conversation with my son’s teacher about boys and books and how often our culture sends them the message that it’s not OK for them to read books about girls.  She was definitely … Continue reading →

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The Ultra Fabulous Glitter Squadron Saves the World Again

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Katy K.

Where else but the Book Smugglers would I run across a book as delightful and off-beat as this one? The Ultra Fabulous Glitter Squadron Saves the World Again by A.C. Wise. Lethe Press, 2015. A series of linked short stories … Continue reading →

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3 YA Fantasies: Winter, Pure Magic, A Tangle of Gold

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Katy K.

There have been a lot of entries (final and not) in series that I love.  Here are three that I’ve enjoyed recently. Winter. Lunar Chronicles Book 4  by Marissa Meyer. Feiwel and Friends, 2015. Here is a book with the challenging … Continue reading →

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Mouse Scouts

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Katy K.

Mouse Scouts – working on badges inspired by vintage Girl Scout badges – but facing realistic mouse challenges as well.  Irresistible!!! Mouse Scouts by Sarah Dillard. Yearling, 2016. Violet and her friend Tigerlily have just moved up from Buttercups to … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Things I Want to Tell Maggie Stiefvater

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Katy K.

So Maggie Stiefvater came close to my town this week!  I was super excited and hired a babysitter so that my love and I could go see her together.  There were about 250 people packed in between the shelves at … Continue reading →

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