Author Archives: madelynruth@yahoo.com

Musical Welcome

Posted on June 14, 2011 by madelynruth@yahoo.com

June’s off to a solid, summer-reading start with new books from Kathy Erskine and Erica Perl. From Kathy, whose Mockingbird won the National Book Award last year, we have The Absolute Value of Mike, where a 14-year-old boy with a … Continue reading →

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Five for Friday

Posted on May 27, 2011 by madelynruth@yahoo.com

1. I went to the Lithuanian Embassy this week where Ruta Sepetys spoke eloquently about her book in front of people who had lived her story. The Lithuanians called BETWEEN SHADES OF GRAY “first words” on a subject that still … Continue reading →

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Horton Halfpott

Posted on April 27, 2011 by madelynruth@yahoo.com

It’s hard to know when to celebrate Horton’s book birthday. It’s due out May 1st, but it seems to be in stores NOW, and as we’ve already read the book in my house, I figured we’d get the party started. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Mash-up

Posted on April 12, 2011 by madelynruth@yahoo.com

I’ve had the most unproductive few weeks I’ve had in ages, which might make you wonder: Why the heck are you updating your blog? The answer is: Because if I can finish a blog entry, maybe I can go finish … Continue reading →

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Peeps

Posted on March 15, 2011 by madelynruth@yahoo.com

After years of watching from the sidelines, the kids and I finally put together an entry for the Washington Post’s annual Peeps Diorama Competition. Have you SEEN what people come up with for this thing? Half of the dioramas seem … Continue reading →

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