This week's topic is the books up next in my TBR. Here they are: Have you read any of these? Which one should I read next ..read more

  Lauren goes to live with her aunt after her parents are required to enter rehab. They can't stop using drugs and neglecting Lauren. Lauren called the police and feels responsible for their time in rehab. Lauren's aunt isn't the most welcoming. She just wants to go home, but that's not an option. Moving to her aunts means moving to a new school. It's not easy being the new girl in school. How is Lauren supposed to make friends when she's going to be back with her parents before too long? When she finds a puppy who needs recusing, Lauren comes up with a plan. If she can train Spar ..read more

 At work, we've been missing the boat on celebrating Taylor Swift's new albums. But we decided to do a pop-up party (not advertised in our newsletter only on social media and in the library)  We hosted one for teens and one for kids Both made friendship bracelets. We had coloring sheets for everyone. The teens had trivia questions: What are the names of Taylor Swift's parents? What was Taylor's job at the Christmas tree farm? We read this book for the kids: this is a super cute story with great illustrations!  The kids had finish the lyrics like this one: We handed out stick ..read more

Happy Taylor Swift Day to all those who celebrate. While everyone is listening to TTPD on repeat, here is a video of some of my Taylor Merch  @yabooknerdlibrarian Happy Taylor day! New music is finally here!!! I’m showcasing some merch here. #merch #ttpd #taylorswift #swiftie #booktok #bookbags #swag ♬ original sound - Jennifer @YA Book Nerd ..read more

A person chats with themselves in the mirror - and they are VERY complimentary. They like themselves. It's never too early to start practicing self-care. There's so much negativity in the world, that it's important to remember to be kind to yourself. Starting off every day with what you like about yourself is a perfect way to start the day. And of course, the illustrations are from the marvelous Peter H. Reynolds. This is a great book to share with everyone!  * F&G sent for review   ..read more

Of course, as soon as I heard about this book, I wanted to read it. First because of the author: John Schu. Second: Novel in Verse Third: Anorexia from a male perspective @yabooknerdlibrarian Louder than Hunger is a must read book - its about struggles. It made me cry ? but it was so so good! @Candlewick Press #booktok #poetry #poetrytok #novelsinverse ♬ original sound - Jennifer @YA Book Nerd ???                                                         ..read more

  "Perfect for fans of Throne of Glass" "Clear your afternoon to devour this book" An enemies-to-lovers, second-chance, forced proximity, Indiana Jones-inspired adventure romance! "I didn't want this visit to Sunset Cove to end!" a love letter to Swifties ..read more

  I've had some time on my own and I filled lots of it with painting. Do you have a favorite? @yabooknerdlibrarian I had some free time on my hands lately - here are some paintings from this year. Most are paintings but some are bookmarks ? #painttok #paintings #watercolors #landscapes #bookmarks #flowers ♬ Little Happiness - Oneul ..read more

  Book 17 in the Royal Spyness series! This is a favorite cozy series of mine. Here are 5 things I loved about this book!  ..read more

Two friends find a seed. At first, they are not sure how to make it grow, but eventually, they figure it out!  A cute book about how to grow a seed and being patient. The flower grows and died, leaving behind more seeds. Bright illustrations accompany this story.  ..read more