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Bookish Banter: An Introduction

 

Welcome, fellow bookworms, literary enthusiasts, and avid page-turners! Prepare to embark on a journey through the realm of words, where ink dances, and stories come alive. I’ve been playing with a question you might be wondering, as well: Why should I bother with another book blog in the vast literary galaxy? Well, perhaps this will not be like every other book blog. 


Some hopes of this blog are to provide a literary sanctuary for our kindred literary spirits where literature and wit intertwine to create a tapestry of literary revelry. But, wait, there’s more! This blog will be a platform for book reviews and recommendations. This blog will be a virtual gathering to dissect the nuances of prose, unravel the mysteries of plot twists, delve into character development (or lack thereof), and unleash an endless arsenal of wit.  


Whether you’re a voracious reader, an aspiring writer, or simply seeking refuge from the mundane world, let this blog, published every Sunday, be your literary sanctuary. This reading odyssey will bring to you up and coming books with a focus on children’s fiction, comics, graphic novels, and YA. Anything goes, as everyone's reading journey is a remarkable adventure through the pages of books. And, it doesn’t stop there. 


On the final Sunday of each month, you will find yourself experiencing an extraordinary twist of fate as I, the esteemed principal of an elementary school, will take on the role of reader and enter the realm of literature and principal as literacy leader. Even principals need a break from endless paperwork, bell-ringing chaos, and food on the floor of the cafeteria. 


Together, we will traverse genres – from spine-tingling mysteries to whimsical fantasies, from thought-provoking literary fiction to unabashed guilty pleasures. As a reader-turned-principal, my passion for literature knows no boundaries. You may even experience some adventures of Marshmallow (this is your cliffhanger …)! 


Welcome to the extraordinary universe of books and the enchanting world of this book blog.


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  1. Amy SpikerDecember 19, 2023 at 1:06 PM

    So excited to follow this and to read your writing once again!

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