#BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day

LEARN MORE Today’s observance is celebrated on January 13th in honor of R. Stanton Avery‘s birthday. You might wonder why while recognizing “avery” as something related to labels. Well, this is because Mr. Avery created the American inventor who created the self-adhesive label, which is a sticker. This observance resonates with me because I have fond memories … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day

#NorthupNews – Teddy Loses His Ears

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 – Teddy Loses His Ears

#BooksForTheHoliday – August 2nd is National Coloring Book Day!

Learn more about NATIONAL COLORING BOOK DAY from nationaldaycalendar.com I loved coloring as a child. I spent many happy hours doing it, and I have great memories of coloring/drawing with my Great Uncle Chuck. I don't do it enough as an adult, but I do enjoy watching my grandkids color, as well as joining them … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – August 2nd is National Coloring Book Day!

#BooksForTheHolidays – Today is National Go Fishing Day!

Lear more about NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY from nationaldaycalendar.com Fishing... I'll be honest - this has never been my thing. I don't like to touch the fish or worms, and I cry at the idea of killing the worms or minnows to traumatize something I might just toss back. Still, I value hunting and fishing … Continue reading #BooksForTheHolidays – Today is National Go Fishing Day!

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day

You are probably wondering what ugly Christmas sweaters have to do with books, right? You ought to know by now that I can tie almost anything back to books. I love literature and all things related to, but more so, ugly sweaters are just a fun part of the holiday experience. It would not be … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day