Is it possible that this is our first Local Literati who is a middle grade author? Shocking, I know. But when I learned that Lauren Magaziner was a local, I knew I needed to read her new book The ...

*This post contains affiliate links. Purchases made through links result in a small commission to us at no cost to you. July 2025 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Spoiler Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club, ...

I am so excited about the October 2025 book releases, and I cannot wait to get my hands on these books. It is always so much fun finding the upcoming new books. This month, there are some fantastic ...

Your preschooler is quickly learning the basics of reading. What books are good for a 5-year-old developing early reading skills? Stories need to keep their interest enough to be read over and over, ...

Plot There are so many things about this classic book for kids that I love. Not only can you talk about days of the week, food, and counting, but you can follow the caterpillar on his journey to ...

Plot Joyce wrote The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, which I adore, so this is one of my most anticipated kids’ books of 2025. It’s about 4 glitter kittens who are obsessed with ...

Plot Pete the Cat is back with his cool coat and its’ four groovy buttons. That is until he loses one button and only has three. As the story progresses, your child will count in reverse and learn ...

Looking for the best books for a 9-year-old? I’ve got the perfect list for you! Having raised 5 kids through this particular age, Jackie and I are well-equipped to give suggestions for children with ...

The Ultimate Beach Reads 2025 book list features all the new release books Jackie and I read and loved this year. We also think these books are perfect for the beach or pool. The selection process has ...

Plot When a woman pretending to be a psychic is hired to do an exorcism on a house, she learns that she just might believe in the supernatural after all. It’s only 64 pages, but this Halloween ...

Plot This charming story is one of the few counting books for toddlers that goes higher than 10! Count along with this onomatopoeia-filled story featuring everyone’s favorite peas. Why Kirsten loves ...

The books about women in the workplace in the post below feature fiction and non-fiction characters alike. Though there are many genres represented, each book also addresses how hard it is to be a ...