The Legend of Sassafras House, a middle-grade novel, has been released by Dreaming Big Publications. Children from 8 to 12 years who enjoy mystery and adventure will want this book. Ask for it at your … [Read more...]
Book Trailer | The Legend of Sassafras House by Anita Stafford
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D.E.A.R.
One good memory I have of teaching in the elementary school is Drop Everything and Read (D.E.A.R.). There was not an assigned time during the day, instead, we were encouraged to choose random times … [Read more...]
Latest Reads
Each of my recent book selections was the kind that begs to be finished in a sitting, once started. Books like these often keep me up past my bedtime. If you like fiction with a dose of family … [Read more...]
What I’ve Been Reading
Pax by Sara Pennypacker This middle-grade book is about the love between Peter and his pet fox, Pax. When his father enlists in the military, Peter is forced not only to … [Read more...]
A Few Words About Books
At a friend's invitation, I joined a new book club today. I've been a member of another group for some time, but a person can never belong to too many book clubs, I always say. Book club meetings … [Read more...]
Monday, Monday
This morning as I scanned social media, I noted a number of people bracing themselves for the start of another work week. In fact, Monday was getting bashed with words that ranged from mild dread to … [Read more...]
Lists, Technology, and Time
Thanks to the reign of technology, I no longer lose my grocery list. Ever since my iPhone became the equivalent of another body part, the list goes with me everywhere. I might add or delete items from … [Read more...]
Recent Reads 2018
My reading selections in January were a mixed lot. I chose one novel, three middle grade novels, and one writing craft book.Bear Town by Fredrik Backman I'm a fan of Backman, having … [Read more...]
Marking the Days
Sometimes I get excited over the smallest things. When the bookmarks arrived for my upcoming book, The Legend of Sassafras House, I couldn't tear into the box fast enough. It was love at first … [Read more...]
