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Continue reading →: How I Incorporate Audiobooks Into My Reading – For Me & My Boys
History of Audiobooks Did you know audiobooks have been around since 1932? The first recordings were originally made by The American Foundation for the Blind on vinyl records and held 15 minutes of reading. The original audience and consumer of audiobooks were for the visually impaired. Audiobooks evolved over the…
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Continue reading →: Best of Books: Top 6 Slave Narratives (Nonfiction) + a Fictional Narrative
I recently shared my favorite Civil War Era fiction books (see here), and this week I want to highlight nonfiction slave narratives that tell powerful stories of resilience, courage and the struggle for freedom. “You have seen how a man was made a slave; you shall see how a…
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Continue reading →: How Reading Turned My Sons into Titaniacs: Encouraging a Love of Reading in Kids
Many parents wonder how to encourage a love of reading in their kids – especially if they’re reluctant readers. I’ve written about raising a reluctant reader (see post here), but what if your child already likes reading? How do you deepen that passion and turn it into a lifelong love…
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Continue reading →: Best of Books: Civil War Era Fiction Book Recommendations
I’ve mentioned it in previous posts (like my WWII historical fiction favorites – see here), but I love history. And historical fiction books are my favorite genre to read. They transport me to another time and help me imagine what life looked like for earlier generations. One of my favorite…
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Continue reading →: My Oldest Book: Memoir of John Mooney Mead (1832 First Edition)
I’m not very sentimental about books. I don’t collect first editions, and my shelves aren’t filled with pristine hardbacks or beautiful dust covers (I’m actually not a fan of dust covers). Honestly, I prefer used books because they don’t cost as must as new, and I like the idea of…
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Continue reading →: 42 Screen-Free Ideas: Fun Alternatives to Screen Time
Looking for screen-free activities for kids? You’re not alone! Parents everywhere are asking for fun ways to cut back on TV, video games, and tablets. As a book lover, my first suggestion is always reading. But I also know not every child has fallen in love with books yet. Over…
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Continue reading →: How to Buy Books for Cheap (Budget-Friendly Tips for Book Lovers)
I love to save money on things, and saving money on books is no exception. If you’re a book lover on a budget, you know the thrill of finding a great read at a bargain price. I have discovered several ways to get books cheaply when I don’t feel like…
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Continue reading →: Why Reading with Your Child Matters (and How to Make it a Daily Habit)
My boys’ elementary school passed out a flyer (image below) at the Meet the Teacher Night for several years, and it left a lasting impression on me. It reinforced the homework policy – just 20 minutes of reading outside school every day. Besides an occasional worksheet, this has been all…
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Continue reading →: Getting My Leather Bible Re-Bound: How I Had My Bible Restored
When I graduated high school, my grandma gave me a beautiful leather NIV Study Bible. She lovingly filled out the Dedication Page with my name and included several of her favorite Bible verses. I took that Bible to college, back home after graduation and through five more moves in my…
Hello,
I’m Teri
Welcome to my book nook! I’m glad you’re here!
I’m married to Matt, and we have two sons that keep us laughing and on our toes. To paraphrase Buddy the Elf, “I love reading. Reading’s my favorite.” This website exists for all things books and reading. I hope you’ll turn the page with me and take a look around.