Dec. 15, 2009
They are comprised of everything from pleading to threats from children of all ages. They are letters to Santa Claus. Carole Slotterback, a psychology professor at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania, has written a book analyzing hundreds of letters to Santa.
Nov. 24, 2009
Sarah Palin, the former Vice Presidential nominee on the Republican ticket in 2008, has just released an autobiography, Going Rogue, that is getting a lot of attention. What is it about Palin that makes some people love her and others despise her?
Bigger screen, lighter weight, thinner than ever, the new and improved Kindle feels more like reading a book but keeps the fans of the old version still happy with the new design.
If you're a fan of supernatural romance novels, ghost stories, or murder mysteries, read on to learn more about Ruined by Paula Morris. Ruined features a girl, Rebecca, who has suddenly moved to New Orleans from New York. But finding it difficult to adjust to a new town is the least of her problems...
Max is a great hunter, but he's not hunting anything ordinary -- he's hunting dinosaurs! Max goes on an outdoor adventure (without ever leaving the back yard) to track his elusive prey. Author and illustrator David Catrow, who has also illustrated the books Doggone Dogs and I Ain't Gonna Paint No More, brings to life a rousing children's story of adventure and imagination.
Moms are concerned about racy sexual scenes and references to drug use in some of the Gossip Girls books that can all be found in the Young Adult section of libraries. These mothers do not promote banning the books altogether; they simply want them placed in what they believe is the more appropriate section, the Adult section. That way, they argue, the material fits the category and no one is surprised by the R-rated references.
Complete with beautiful illustrations and a design that captures the feel of an old, weathered paleontologist's journal, Dinosaur will captivate the imagination of dinosaur buffs and curious dino experts in-the-making.
Oftentimes, trying to recall information we've read somewhere -- even recently -- is quite difficult. If you are tired of forgetting things you've read and would like to sharpen your ability to recall information, the following tips should help you get started.
Parties are a great way to release stress and relax with family and friends. Unfortunately, many of us who have hosted parties equate party planning to anxiety and stress. This does not have to be you! Parties should be a fun and exciting event that doesn’t deplete you of your mental wellness.
If you want to revamp your wardrobe or simply add a few key pieces, thrift stores can be major finds if you know what you’re looking for. Learn how to score inexpensive, fashionable clothing with this handy guide!
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