Have you heard the word anthropomorphism? You may not have heard the term, but I bet that you have almost definitely seen this storytelling technique used in your favorite stories! Anthropomorphism is a literary device that breathes life into the inanimate, granting human attributes and emotions to non-human entities. It’s a powerful tool that enrichesContinue reading “Literary Word of the Week: What is Anthropomorphism?”
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Literary Word of the Week: What is a Mood Reader?
Have you heard of the term “mood reader?” For this Saturday’s literary word of the week, we’re going to talk about the term “mood reader.” 📚 A mood reader is someone who prefers not to stick to a rigid reading list or a predetermined schedule. Instead, they let their emotions guide them through the shelves,Continue reading “Literary Word of the Week: What is a Mood Reader?”
Happy Read Across America Week!
It’s no mystery that we love everything to do with books. So this week is extra special! This Saturday March 2 kicked off a week-long celebration of one of the most magical events in the world of literature: Read Across America Week! This annual extravaganza celebrates the joy of reading and encourages children and adultsContinue reading “Happy Read Across America Week!”
What We Read This Week: Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow 🐻 🎃
Do you have a favorite Halloween legend or spooky tale? Having lived in the Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow, NY area for many years while I was in school, my favorite is the Legend of the Headless Horseman, from Washington Irving’s famous tale, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” There has always been something for me in the mysteryContinue reading “What We Read This Week: Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow 🐻 🎃”
Autumn and a Book: Some Quotes About Fall
It’s almost fall again…. The year went fast, didn’t it? It seems to me that every year gets faster, passing by in a blur of activity punctuated by holidays. Fall has always been my favorite season though. As a book lover especially, there really is something about the cool air, the changing leaves, and theContinue reading “Autumn and a Book: Some Quotes About Fall”
Audiobooks are Awesome!
Do you listen to audiobooks? I know that there are differing opinions on this subject, but I love audiobooks! There was a time (in the not so recent past), that my reading had dwindled to pretty close to nothing. At the end of the day when I finally had a chance to read I wasContinue reading “Audiobooks are Awesome!”
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