Misshelved Bookcases

Vampires are not the easiest thing to translate to children's fiction, but the authors who attempt the genre for kids do so in really...

There are lots of great vampire stories out there, and if I were to create a list of the definitive "must-reads" of the genre, I would of...

Some more fun picture books to check out from your local library this Halloween season (for the first part of this list click here)....

Are you looking for some fun books to share with your little ones this spooky season? Read on to discover some great recommendations. If...

We're stepping into the early days of Fall, which means we are about to embark on the three-month marathon of frantic fun that is the...

Ahoy, me Hearties! Pirates are due for a moment again, aren't they? Historically, they are all villains. But they're the best type of...

In 2018, the husband and I traveled to Miami, rented a car, drove the Overseas Highway all the way to Key West, turned back to the...

The Bay of Fundy is the space between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Because it extends downward towards Maine, I'm including pics from...

Let's talk about children's books! Not coincidently, let's talk about them because I am taking a children's literature course this...

I’ve always been fascinated by the natural world. On weekends you can find me hiking in the woods, visiting one of the many gardens or...

The holidays are in full swing and you already need a break from feasting, family, and going broke to read some good books. I've got a...

It’s that time again for either a nice long break or the busiest two weeks of the year. Either way, I have some book suggestions to get...

I’ve been working on this blog for a few months now, and I think it’s time for some experimentation. For the rest of the year (2021) I’m...