Children’s Book – J.M. NORTHUP

#BooksForTheHoliday – Readers, Celebrate National Pet Memorial Day

September 13, 2026August 29, 2026 by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Children's Book, Holidays & Observances, Young Readers

LEARN MORE The second Sunday in September was established to be the National Pet Memorial Day. It was begun in 1972 by the International Association Of Pet Cemeteries & Crematories (IAOPCC), though it doesn't seem to be an 'official' holiday. Still, it is a special time to show love to the amazing pets who have … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Readers, Celebrate National Pet Memorial Day

#BooksForTheHoliday – Today Is National Tooth Fairy Day

August 22, 2026August 9, 2026 by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Children's Book, Fae, FEATURE, Holidays & Observances, Myths & Legends, Paranormal & Supernatural, Young Readers

LEARN MORE HERE and HERE National Tooth Fairy Day... a fun "holiday" that has the rare distinction of being celebrated TWICE in the same year. Yep, you read that correctly. Not only does it get recognized on August 22, but also, on February 28th. Q. Why are there two National Tooth Fairy Days?A. The National … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Today Is National Tooth Fairy Day

#NorthupNews – Inspiring Young Readers

May 26, 2026May 26, 2026 by J.M. Northup, posted in Children's Book, Literacy, Women Writers, Young Readers

I had a feature, called Julie’s Jewels, on Norns Triad Publications’ blog. I used it to share tidbits about my life, which I tied into book suggestions (because you know I love books). I thought it might be fun to do something similar here. Hence, the birth of this series, #NorthupNews. The cool thing is that my … Continue reading #NorthupNews – Inspiring Young Readers

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

February 26, 2026February 15, 2026 by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Holidays & Observances

LEARN MORE Fairy tales... immediately we think of children. Odd to think anyone could think they were inappropriate for kids, especially when a trademark is to have a lesson in them that teaches behavior. Still, that is exactly what's happened in modern times. Many of our traditional fairy tales are considered too scary stories and … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Winnie the Pooh Day

January 18, 2026March 16, 2025 by J.M. Northup, posted in Children's Book, FEATURE, Holidays & Observances, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, Young Readers

LEARN MORE Today's observance celebrates on the author's birthday. A.A. Milne was born on January 18, 1882 and passed away on January 31, 1956. He served as an officer in both World Wars and named his iconic character after his son, Christopher Robin Milne. Today's observance celebrates on the author's birthday. A.A. Milne was born … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Winnie the Pooh Day