Books Worth Your Time
Books Worth Your Time
Julee Noted
Julee Noted
Welcome to my book world! Whether you’re a lifelong reader or just discovering the joy of books, you’re sure to find something here to interest and inspire you. Explore my collection of books I think are worth your time and find your next great read. Happy reading!
Julee's Musings
Tuesday Thoughts
A Crisis in Reading
I recently read several articles discussing the new phenomenon of children, teens, and even college students no longer reading complete books as part of their curriculum. This is a trend that began a few years ago and has been getting worse…
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Throwback Thursday
This Newberry Honor Book published in 2016 is one of my favorites. Set in 1249, it tells the story of three remarkable children complete with adventure, danger, and farting dragons! It combines history with humor and difficult topics with deftness. It is a great choice for kids and adults and the audiobook is fantastic!
Pi Day
My family loves pie and Pi Day is the perfect excuse to bake up one of our favorites–American berry with a crumble top. In honor of Pi Day, here are some fun titles that feature pi or pie. Happy reading and pie eating!
Time to Celebrate
Welcome to March!
March is Women’s History Month and I have some great book suggestions that celebrate women and their achievements…
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Fiction vs. Non-Fiction
Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction? While I truly enjoy a good nonfiction book, I adore novels…
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Published in 2019, this riveting book by Diane Setterfield shouldn’t be missed. With a remarkable story, compelling characters and lyrical prose is one of my favorites.
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Libby: A Reader’s Best Friend
Are you using the Libby app? It is an incredible way to access library ebooks and audio books…
Time for Romance
If you are looking for some great books celebrating love, hearts, and relationships, I’ve got you covered!
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Silver Linings
I grew up in a large family in a small, rural town. Money was tight for our family of nine and my older siblings all had jobs, especially during the summer…
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This week’s book from Pulitzer Prize winner, David McCullough, is a must read for anyone who loves history. It is a fantastic book!
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Books and the Power of Connection
One of the things I love most about books is the power of connection. Books have the power to expand horizons, broaden perspectives, and challenge our world views…
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It’s a snowy day at my house today so I am throwing it back to 1975 with a fun mystery that features sun and sand!