Category: Non-Fiction & Educational

My Book Review of Goodnight Moon

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Women Writers, Young Readers

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown My rating: 4 of 5 stars Cute for young kidsThis is a cute book for young kids. There isn't much to the plot, but it is a great way to connect to your children while encourage their interest in books. There's plenty for them to hunt for in the … Continue reading My Book Review of Goodnight Moon

#DidYouKnow – Jeanette Rankin?

by J.M. Northup, posted in Biographies & Memoirs, FEATURE, History, Non-Fiction & Educational, Women In History

First Woman Elected To American Congress #DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com Jeanette Rankin was a remarkable woman who fought for woman's suffrage. Then, in 1916, when most women still didn't have the right to vote, Jeanette became one of two members of the U.S. House of Representatives for Montana. She served two terms (during … Continue reading #DidYouKnow – Jeanette Rankin?

Writers 2 Remember: Iris Murdoch

by J.M. Northup, posted in Biographies & Memoirs, FEATURE, History, Non-Fiction & Educational, Women Writers

One of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945" Photo Source Iris Murdoch was a philosopher and writer who made an impact on how we looked at characters as well as issues with good and evil, sexual relationships, morality, and the power of the unconscious. She looked at writing in a way that dealt with the complexities and … Continue reading Writers 2 Remember: Iris Murdoch

My Book Review of Spring House

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Historical Fiction, History, Series

Spring House (Westward Sagas, Book 1) by David Bowles My rating: 4 of 5 stars Revolutionary War Historical FictionAs a history buff and lover of historical fiction, I found this book a fast and entertaining read. A unique blend of academic rhetoric with warm storytelling, it was easy to get lost in this fact-based tale. … Continue reading My Book Review of Spring House

Good Morning Sunshine & Carey Price

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

JUST IN TIME FOR BACK TO SCHOOL A blockbuster duo of books by critically acclaimed Children and Young Adult author, Lorna Schultz Nicholson Good Morning SunshineThe Joey Moss Story Joey Moss first became known to many Canadians because of his work with the NHL Edmonton Oilers hockey team. Joey loved connecting with people. Whether he … Continue reading Good Morning Sunshine & Carey Price