Despite reading more than my planned 3 books last month, I am still only putting 3 titles on my February TBR pile. I'd rather trash my total than fail to get there! The three books I have pulled off my shelf for this month are: Bloody English History: Leeds by Richard Smyth - Yes, that's… Continue reading February Reading List 2016
Category: Non-Fiction
Book of the Month: October 2015
Out of the four books I finished reading this month, my favourite was Reasons To Stay Alive by Matt Haig. Unusually for me, this book is non-fiction. However, as a person suffering with depression and mild anxiety at times, this book connected with me perfectly. Not quite a memoir, this book takes you through Matt… Continue reading Book of the Month: October 2015
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Carole’s Book Alphabet ~ ‘Q’ is for…
'The Queens Nose' Usually I'm not a massive fan of TV adaptations of books but I must admit that I came across the children's TV version of The Queens Nose before my Mum bought me the book (with the TV tie-in cover). I think it was the brilliant casting that carried the series - I… Continue reading Carole’s Book Alphabet ~ ‘Q’ is for…
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My Top 3 Activity Books For Five Year Olds
There are literally thousands of options when it comes to activity books for kids - from colouring books to crossword books, there are all sorts and it can be very overwhelming. I have also found it can be quite hard to find ones that actually suit Tori's abilities (she's 5 and in Year 1 at… Continue reading My Top 3 Activity Books For Five Year Olds
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A Post For Kathryn
Today is the 22nd birthday of someone very special. She isn't here with us any more but that doesn't mean we don't think of her every day and smile. Or wonder what she'd be doing now and where her life would have led. My daughter shares her name because I made a promise to myself… Continue reading A Post For Kathryn
Carole Finds Her Wings 