A Book Lover’s Adventures blog

Wishing a Happy Birthday to Astrid Lindgren

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Astrid Lindgren today!  Ms. Lindgren was born in Sweden on November 14, 1907, and was quite a prolific writer.  Best known for her children’s books, but she also was a playwright.  Within the United States, Lindgren is probably best known for her Pippi Longstockings series.   Quote:   Interesting… Continue reading Wishing a Happy Birthday to Astrid Lindgren

9 Awesome Literary Gifts for Booklovers in Your Life!

Are you looking for some fun, unique gifts for bookworms in your life?  Then look no further!  I have some great gift ideas that any book lover will be thrilled to get.  I have had so much fun putting this list together, but the hardest part was NOT buying all these lovely things, lol!  Enjoy,… Continue reading 9 Awesome Literary Gifts for Booklovers in Your Life!

Best of the Adult New Books for November

Every month publishers release hundreds of new books.  November is certainly no exception!  And, the November books are pretty exciting!  There are some great books coming out this month!  Check them out and see if there’s anything you are looking forward to reading!   November Books –  Adult Fiction The Wrong Side of Goodbye The Wrong Side… Continue reading Best of the Adult New Books for November

Best of the New Kids Books for November

 November New Books It’s another new month, which means….more new books!  Every month publishers release hundreds of new books.  It’s hard to keep up with all the new books, so I’ve culled through them and here’s my picks for what’s coming out this month!  For November, I’m doing an adult edition also, so check that one out… Continue reading Best of the New Kids Books for November

How To DIY Harry Potter Altered Art Craft

Have you seen any altered art yet?!  It’s also called blackout poetry or blackout art or book page art.  I am crazy about it!  There are some incredibly talented folks out there making gorgeous pictures.  I am definitely NOT one of them, but (and this is the really cool thing) mine still look kinda cool.… Continue reading How To DIY Harry Potter Altered Art Craft

How to be a Book Lover on a Budget

Does it seem like an oxymoron to be a frugal book lover?! Being a book lover can really run up the budget if you let it. I know books make me happy, and I love having my favorites around me. But, we’ve worked on becoming debt-free and on top of that we’ve been working on decluttering. … Continue reading How to be a Book Lover on a Budget

Books to Read Before Seeing the Movie!

Here’s an updated list of books that will be turned into movies this fall.  I, personally, always feel like it’s best to read the book before seeing the movie.  Along that vein, here’s my article from this summer where I listed the reasons I think reading the book first is important!  It’s got some great points, so check out the… Continue reading Books to Read Before Seeing the Movie!

Our Iceland Stop-Over Adventure ~ Top 10 Favorite Things!

Have you ever been to Iceland?  Or, have you ever even considered an Iceland stop over??  Here are my Top 10 reasons why I think you should consider an Iceland Stop Over for your next Adventure! Originally, our stop over in Iceland was just a way to save some money on our flight to London. … Continue reading Our Iceland Stop-Over Adventure ~ Top 10 Favorite Things!

Signs of You by Emily France – Book Review

Here is my book review for Signs of You by Emily France.  In this debut YA novel by Emily France, we find four friends, bound by the common link of grief.  Riley, Jay, Noah, and Katie are struggling to get through high school.  They are dealing with their grief as best they can, and helping each… Continue reading Signs of You by Emily France – Book Review