Review: First Step 2 Forever by Justin Bieber
Billed as “100% Official,” this very generously illustrated autobiography chronicles the early years and dizzying success of this teen-pop heartthrob in his own words and pictures. The staggering dimensions of his story should silence any skepticism about the worth of any autobiography of a 16-year-old#58; Since being discovered just three years ago, this small-town Ontario boy has gone platinum with his first album; drawn more than 70 million YouTube hits and four million Twitter followers; and caused crowd scenes and near riots on his World Tour. Sometimes just too cute for words. Before you all collectively roll your eyes at further Justin Bieber exposure, read on to find out why I think this book is a worthwhile investment. On a typical day, a conversation with my 8 year old daughter goes like … Read entire article »
Filed under: book review, First Step 2 Forever, Justin Bieber, YA
Waiting on Wednesday – Jan. 19, 2011
Waiting on Wednesday is weekly event is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine where we get to share which upcoming reads/new releases that we just can’t wait to get our hands on. Looking back through my blog posts, I haven’t participated in this meme since March 2010! There are so many upcoming books that I’m anxious to read that I figured it was time to start sharing them again. My pick for this week is: Red Glove by Holly Black Red Glove is part of The Curse Workers series (my review for White Cat can be found here). I’m curious to see how this story will continue with the rich characters and dark world created in the first book; there is just so much deception and intrigue involved that keeping Cassel (mostly) … Read entire article »
Filed under: Holly Black, Red Glove, WOW
Waiting on Wednesday – January 19, 2011
This weekly event is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating. I can’t wait to read Shift (Shade #2) by Jeri Smith-Ready. I really loved Shade so I am eager to find out more about Aura’s role in the Shift…and am curious if she picks Zach over Logan! Hardcover, 384 pages Expected publication: May 3rd 2011 by Simon Pulse Aura’s life is anything but easy. Her boyfriend, Logan, died, and his slides between ghost and shade have left her reeling. Aura knows he needs her now more than ever. She loves Logan, but she can’t deny her connection with the totally supportive, totally gorgeous Zachary. And she’s not sure that she wants to. Logan and Zachary will fight to be the one by her side, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Jeri Smith-Ready, Shift, WOW
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