An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena

An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena

An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena is all you could ever ask for in a murder mystery. It is a classic who-done-it, set in an old hotel in the middle of nowhere. The characters are all quite interesting and provide many different perspectives into this book that really makes you think. Continue reading

Ciderhouse Cookbook by Jonathan Carr

Ciderhouse Cookbook by Jonathan Carr

Ciderhouse Cookbook by Jonathan Carr and Nicole Blum is a recipe book that really took me by surprise. There is quite a bit of history and backstory about the authors and their approach for a sustainable orchard. Admittedly, I did find this aspect to be a little to lengthy, but it is nice to understand the authors behind the recipes. Most of these recipes will require some special cider ingredients that you can either make yourself or purchase. If you are looking for traditional recipes on how to make things with apple cider, this book may be a bit more than expected. Continue reading

60 Great Books for 11 Year Olds to Read Now

60 Great Books for 11 Year Olds to Read Now

Books for 11 year olds are great ways for preteen kids to explore the world through reading. The best books for 11 year olds are all on our ultimate list. This list of new and best books for 11 year olds is better than a trip to the mall! If you are looking for a popular new book for an 11 year old child to read, there is bound to be one here for you to enjoy. So get your TBR ready to explode with this exciting  list of books for 11 year olds. We recommend you read them all! Continue reading