Category: Books

After Birth, by Elisa Albert I’m nearly finished with After Birth, and I’m still not sure how I feel about it. Its premise is a new mother struggling with postpartum depression who finds solace in a new female friendship — a friend who is just as tough, raw, and somewhat messed up as she is. … Continue reading “Reading…”

We’re in the middle of a complete living room rehaul. Though we’re keeping the walls a fresh white, pretty much everything else is being completely rethought. It’s been a long time coming — the vintage sofa we picked up four years ago is pretty, but barely holds four of us, let alone five, and it’s … Continue reading “Vintage Finds”

The Monsters of Templeton, by Lauren Groff I borrowed this book from my friend Janelle, who recommended it once she knew I enjoyed Groff’s other more recent book, Fates & Furies. Borrowing books is the way to go! I have so many floating around out there, I’ve lost track, but as long as others are … Continue reading “Reading…”

Station Eleven, by Emily St. John Mandel I love this book. It fits all of my requirements: great post-apocolypse read with flashbacks, great character development, just enough science fiction, warnings of how we treat each other and our world around us, and questions of art and humanity. Hard to put down.  The Grownup, by Gillian … Continue reading “Reading…”

Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too), by Keith Negley I came across this book by accident, and knew it would be perfect for Emil for Christmas. It is a simple, colorful, vibrant book, beautiful to behold, but more importantly, it is touching and emotional. Throughout, classic “tough guys” show different emotions: the homesick astronaut, the frustrated, … Continue reading “Reading…”