Author Archives: Carol
Creepy and Hilarious
Here’s how I’ve been introducing Croak by Gina Damico to my friends: Me: Did you like the TV show Dead Like Me? Friend: Yes. Me: You must read Croak! While Croak by Gina Damico has a similar feel to the TV show, there are enough … Continue reading
Filed under Book Review, Young Adult
Rhymes with Everett
Hey, Everett! You’re invited to join poets Kevin Craft, Ed Skoog, and Washington State Poet Laureate Kathleen Flenniken for a night of poetry at the library. Come to the Main Library Auditorium on Wednesday, April 11 at 7pm to participate … Continue reading
Filed under Book Discussions & Events, Poetry
YA Yes I Am
Do you recall me stating that I absolutely do not read Young Adult (YA) novels? I am constantly saying how glad I am that I catalog the YA books, since I’m never tempted to put one on hold. Despite having … Continue reading
Filed under Book Review, Young Adult
Not Taboo: Tattoos
Love them, hate them, or never really thought about them? No, I’m not talking about American Idol contestants. I’m talking about tattoos. Not too long ago this wasn’t the case, but here in 2012 most people of my acquaintance either … Continue reading
Filed under Nonfiction, Young Adult
How Awkward!
C’mon, admit it: you live for awkward moments. Maybe not in your own life, sure. But we all know that sometimes others’ social misfortunes can be comedy gold. Here are some books full of cringe-worthy moments of awesome awkwardness. F … Continue reading
Filed under Crafts & How To, Humor, Nonfiction
Listening With My Eyes Open
Ever since I was a young girl I’ve had a fascination with talk radio. I have always been intrigued by the idea of hosting my own call-in show. My two brothers and I recorded several cassette tapes worth of original … Continue reading
Filed under Fiction, Movies & Television, Mystery & Crime
My Favorite Fictitious Author
Autumn is absolutely my favorite season. Leaves change colors, we “fall back” to get an extra hour of sleep (hey, I’ll take it!), and Richard Castle releases another Nikki Heat book. Castle is a fictitious author, a character played on … Continue reading
Filed under Fiction, Movies & Television, Mystery & Crime, Suspense & Thriller
Let’s Talk Ghosts Part 1
Suze Simon is 15, has lived her whole life in New York City, and has an unfortunate knack for getting into trouble: at school, at home, and sometimes even with the police. She’s not a … Continue reading
Filed under Young Adult
Makeover My Budget
Are you looking for some quick and easy ways to save money? Try the helpful tips in these books and trim some costs without sacrificing your lifestyle. Savvy Chic: The Art of More for Less by Anna Johnson has become … Continue reading
Filed under Finance, Nonfiction
The Soul of Music
As most of the world knows, singer/songwriter Amy Winehouse has died. Her troubled life was fodder for celebrity gossips over the last several years. The resulting scandals threatened to completely overshadow a truly amazing voice. If you’ve never heard her sing, you’re … Continue reading
Filed under Music
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