Category Archives: reading

Book Review: Feed by M. T. Anderson

Posted on 08/23/2010 by amitha

Loved this book. MT Anderson creates a unique character named Titus with an unforgettable, ironically funny voice. Titus lives in a world where people are linked directly to the internet (or to the “feed”) through their minds. The “feed” is … Continue reading →

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Boston Area Mockingjay Release Parties

Posted on 08/20/2010 by amitha

Attention Hunger Games fans: Those of you who haven’t already pre-ordered on Amazon, can get your copy of Mockingjay at local bookstores during one of the many fabulous Mockingjay parties going on next week. Here are some of the parties … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Prizefighter en Mi Casa by e. E. Charlton-Trujillo

Posted on 07/26/2010 by amitha

Prizefighter en Mi Casa by e. E. Charlton-Trujillo This book was amazing. Well-written, exciting, scary, heart-warming, and troubling at times. I lived in Houston, Texas until I was eight years old so it was interesting to read about someone growing … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Game by Diana Wynne Jones

Posted on 07/12/2010 by amitha

The Game by Diana Wynne Jones (spoiler alert) I picked this book up at the library when I was there looking for something else completely. I’ve been wanting to read one of Jones’s books and the description on the cover … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Uglies by Scott Westerfield

Posted on 07/05/2010 by amitha

I borrowed this book from the library because I couldn’t wait for the friend I was going to borrow it from to get back from Australia. I was about to say I’m glad I did, but because it ended with … Continue reading →

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Kindle 2 — My Reading Stats One Year Out

Posted on 06/17/2010 by amitha

I’ve had my Kindle 2 for more than a year now (purchased Feb 2009). So the big question is–how much have I actually used it? Here are my stats (made easier by Goodreads–I might have to add a new bookshelf … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Medical Book review: Autism and Me: Sibling Stories by Ouisie Shapiro

Posted on 05/24/2010 by amitha

Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company (March 1, 2009) Autism and Me: Sibling Stories by Ouisie Shapiro is a book of testimonials from children about what it’s like to have a sibling with autism. … Continue reading →

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Book review: The Secret in the Old Attic (Nancy Drew #21)

Posted on 05/17/2010 by amitha

I used to love Nancy Drew. A lot. When I was 9 years old, I read all of the Nancy Drew books that were in my elementary school’s library. So, I was really excited to pick this book up again … Continue reading →

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Brontë sisters action figures!

Posted on 05/10/2010 by amitha

This is just too cool not to share. Make sure to watch towards the end to see the Brontësaurus in action! via bookninja

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Kid’s Medical Book Review: ABC Doctor: Staying Healthy from A to Z by Liz Murphy

Posted on 05/03/2010 by amitha

Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 36 pages Publisher: Blue Apple Books ABC Doctor: Staying Healthy from A to Z by Liz Murphy is a list of doctor’s visit terminology in alphabetical order, ranging from “A is for Appointment” and “B … Continue reading →

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