Snuggle down with these new releases. 

FICTION

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YOUNG ADULT

THRILLERS & SUSPENSE

THRILLERS & SUSPENSE

FICTION

THRILLERS & SUSPENSE

FICTION

December 30th

December 31st

You need to have the entire collection of "Click Clack" books, they are some of my absolute favorites to read. I love the cadence of the story, the expressive farm animals, the creative plot line. The entire collection is worth every penny. My first introduction to this author was with the book Duck For President, about a duck that's finished being the farmer's assistant and decides to go on to bigger things. You'll fall in love with each character, the disgruntled farmer, the sneaky chickens, the pragmatic duck, they all reprise their roles in each story. 

If you have spent any extended amount of time with young children, chances are, you've heard of Sandra Boynton. Her board books are my favorite addition to any baby shower gift or children's birthday party. Barnyard Dance! was the first book of hers I received, over ten years ago, and we still continue to buy them whenever we spot a new one, or an older favorite, at the store. My husband and I love to read Personal Penguin to each other, it actually has a melody written for it by Davy Jones! Speaking of songs, my husband created his own song to go with Oh My Oh My Oh Dinosaurs, he's not the best singer, but the kids don't mind. 

Just in case you were starting to wonder, yes, we do read books that aren't about farm animals. The Day the Crayons Quit has been around for a few years now, but it, and its sequel, The Day the Crayons Came Home still elicits chuckles from myself and the kids whenever it's read. We especially like the postcards from Neon Red Crayon, who really needs to brush up on his geography. Both of these books are a great addition to any child's personal library.

Now for a completely different kind of animal! The "How Do Dinosaurs" books are fun stories that come with a hint of a lesson. It's fun to sit with your toddler and ask them if this is how they should be doing something, or if they should make better choices, which the dinosaurs inevitably end up doing. The illustrations are funny and the dinosaurs come with big personalities. With titles like How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? and How Do Dinosaurs say I'M MAD? you can find a book for any phase you may be going through with your toddler or early elementary kiddos. 

Pete the Cat is one cool dude, he likes to skateboard, he wears stylish shoes, colorful buttons, and will slyly teach your kids numbers, colors, and how to roll with the punches. I Love My White Shoes is another story that comes with a song that is quite catchy and will undoubtedly get stuck in your head. It's in mine right now... Pete even has his own series on Amazon Prime. We were first introduced to him by my grandmother who had downloaded the e-book, which reads and sings the songs for your child. (Snag a Kindle for your kiddo HERE.)

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For the longest time, I was a physical book person ONLY. My tone has changed a little since most ARCs (advanced reader copies) are digital, so my e-reader is necessary, but the added benefit of my Kindle is that I can read in the dark, a necessary benefit when you aren't the only one sleeping in the bed. I've had my share of book lights, but I REALLY like the look of this one, it would be pretty handy just walking around the house, or trying to navigate through a dark room littered with children's toys while seeking to comfort that one crying child. 

And speaking of lights, I have a fondness for the industrial look. Maybe it's because growing up, my handy father built things for our home that was more functional (and cheaper) than fashionable, we even had cable spools for end tables, if only he knew it would someday become trendy. I also love the Victorian, Steampunkishness (totally a word) of the look, a look that is so often captured in many stories that I love to read. 

If we go even farther past industrial and Victorian, we're going to come to an age of candlelight. Nowadays, candles aren't always needed for their light, except for the rare occasion when a blustery day blows out our lights (or a drunk person rams into the pole, it's happened more than once, but I digress). They're more often used for their scent and mood enhancing, whether it be a romantic mood, or more of a hygge type feel you're going for, and these look like they would smell AH-MAZING! Why? They're book themed scents, so if you're forced to read a digital book, or you're missing your favorite indie bookstore, you can light one of these and pretend you're in a room full of musty old tomes. 

When you're in your library, or living room, your bed, whatever your favorite spot may be, you'll want to snuggle up with a bookish pillow and blanket, light those candles, and perhaps take some notes for the next review you will write. You'll need a pen, and why wouldn't you be a little extra and write with a quill? This one is conveniently a ballpoint, for when you've misplaced your inkpot, or you're out and about. Speaking of out and about, you're going to need something to haul all those books in, and keep that money organized for your future book orders, why not do it in style with this library card canvas tote and matching coin purse? 

No matter what gift you choose, or decide to buy for yourself, I guarantee that whoever is receiving these treasures will be ever so grateful, I know I would be delighted! 

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