Category: Non-Fiction & Educational

My Book Review of If the Fates Allow: A Short Story

by J.M. Northup, posted in Amazon Original Stories, Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Romance, Short Stories & Quick Reads, Women Writers, Women's Fiction

If the Fates Allow by Rainbow Rowell My rating: 4 of 5 stars Interesting Covid ChristmasI thought this was a good representation of the covid era. This short story did a good job painting a picture of America during 2020 and 2021, especially during the holidays. This was an interesting read, but it felt incomplete. … Continue reading My Book Review of If the Fates Allow: A Short Story

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Love Your Pet Day

by J.M. Northup, posted in Holidays & Observances, Nature & Biology

LEARN MORE Today is National Love Your Pet Day. This observance is all about appreciating the adopted members in our family who complete our lives. Not only do they bring us great joy, but they also bless us with incredible health benefits. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Love Your Pet Day

That’s #PUN-ny: Pet Puns

by J.M. Northup, posted in Funny Stuff I Like, Humor & Satire, Non-Fiction & Educational

I always try to share books related to the theme of my puns. Today, I went with pets because I love animals. Not sure what books I will find to tie back to this, but you what I always say...You never know what you'll find on the shelves of a book store or in library … Continue reading That’s #PUN-ny: Pet Puns

#DidYouKnow – The U.S. Number of WWII Submarines Casualties

by J.M. Northup, posted in Biographies & Memoirs, FEATURE, History, Marine & Ships, Military, Non-Fiction & Educational, STEM, Submarines, WWII

#DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com I recently visited the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg, Texas. Originally in honor of Admiral Nimitz, he would not have a memorial that didn't honor ALL those who served. During my visit, I discovered many new things. One tidbit... Did you know how many submarines the … Continue reading #DidYouKnow – The U.S. Number of WWII Submarines Casualties

My Book Review of Catlumbus

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Middle Grade Lit, Women Writers, Young Readers

Catlumbus by Franny Plaia My rating: 5 of 5 stars A Cute Adventure for KidsBeing a cat lady, grandmother, and avid reviewer, this was an obvious choice for me to read. I am happy to say it did not disappoint. The illustrations were wonderful, the adventure just long enough for the targeted age of the … Continue reading My Book Review of Catlumbus