Image Source I am someone who is innately interested in many things. In particular, I have always been a student of archaeology, ancient near east studies, Egyptology, and ufology. I love learning about religions, legends/mythology, and cultures. People are fascinating - how similar we are as well as how different. I always taught my children … Continue reading Happy Holidays To All!
Category: Holidays & Observances
#BooksForTheHoliday – November Is Family Literacy Month
LEARN MORE LEARN MORE This month is a great time for families. While our kids have returned to school and the weather is growing colder, it is a perfect time to celebrate Family Stories Month or National Family Literacy Month, which also includes National Family Literacy Day. This is a wonderful way for your family … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – November Is Family Literacy Month
JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON!
HUGS, KISSES AND MISTLETOE WISHES Release: November 2nd, 2021 Eight Alberta romance writers have combined their talents to publish one blockbuster eight-novel collection under a single title: Hugs, Kisses, and Mistletoe Wishes. The idea was born during the pandemic, when the writer friends held weekly Zoom meetings to share creative advice and moral support. A … Continue reading JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON!
Readers – It’s National Frankenstein Friday!
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-frankenstein-friday-last-friday-in-october/ In a time when women writers weren't acknowledged as they are now, Mary Shelley first published her masterpiece, FRANKENSTEIN or the Modern Prometheus anonymously. Most believed it was her husband, Percy Shelley, who wrote this classic monster tale, but in 1823, Mary republished the book with her name proudly displaced as its author. In … Continue reading Readers – It’s National Frankenstein Friday!
Readers – it’s NATIONAL COFFEE DAY
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-coffee-day-september-29/ I didn't find the origins of this observance, but who cares? It's coffee! Of course, coffee pairs beautifully with books. If you add a cat and a blanket, then you really have a heavenly condition. The "wine of Arabia," coffee was first discovered in 15th century Yemen. The most popular origin story is that … Continue reading Readers – it’s NATIONAL COFFEE DAY
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