We are thrilled to announce our #ReadYourWorld Book Jam 2023 with the Children’s Book Council! January 2, 2023: Torrey Maldonado with a sports book list & inscribed GIVEAWAY! January 9, 2023: Ukrainian author and illustrator, Oleksandr Shatokhin, with his book list of picture books to understand the Ukraine war & GIVEAWAY!…
Author: Pragmatic Mom
How To Get Your Kitchen Ready For A Kids’ Party
You either love them or hate them, but kids’ parties have to be done, whether it be going to someone else’s house or preparing your home for your own. They can be fun, they can be stressful, and they take an awful lot of organizing. While it may be the living room, dining room, or…
Buying a House? Here Is What to Keep in Mind
Homebuying is a challenging process that can try anyone’s patience. While potential buyers sift through terms they may not understand and get their finances ready for closing, some things may have slipped their minds. Buyers should consider a few things before signing off on those papers. These are things that every potential homeowner should consider…
Over My Dead Body by Greg Melville Author Visit
My friend Lynn’s brother-in-law has a new book coming out and we went to his book launch at Harvard Book Store to learn about how cemeteries have shaped history in America. This book started in Greg Melville’s youth with a summer job mowing the grass at the local cemetery where he grew up in Bedford,…
The Top 7 Things for You to Teach Your Senior to Prep for College
As a senior in high school, your child has many exciting opportunities and possibilities coming their way. There is a lot to think about regarding classes and careers when going to college. Along with the traditional college aspect, your child will be making memories and having fun while creating plans for the future. To make…
Cover Reveal for Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, Astronomer by Laurie Wallmark
I’m thrilled to host the cover reveal for Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, Astronomer by Laurie Wallmark!! Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, Astronomer by Laurie Wallmark, illustrated by Liz Wong Maria Mitchell’s curiosity about the night sky led her to spend hours studying the stars. She discovered a comet as a…
Children’s Books About Jobs and Careers
If you grew up Asian-American like me, you’ve probably been steered towards three career choices: doctor, engineer, and attorney. And maybe C.P.A. I can understand why my parents wanted “safe” jobs that were rooted in education in the face of systemic racism. But I’ve been immersed in the world of work as co-founder of Aquent,…







