Introduction

 By Solana Cortez

First, I thought I'd start with the basics.  This is a blog about books.  Basically it's a book review.  Not something that can be used to write a book report or an essay.  So if that's what you are looking for, you are at the wrong place.  I will give a brief summary of the books I read (and I will try not to put in any spoilers).  This summary will include my reaction to the book, whether or not I'd read it again, what age it would be appropriate for and why.

I will be including new releases, books that are popular thanks to the media, some not so well known books and of course the classics.  This is to 1) encourage discussion between readers 2) prevent buyers remorse (buying a book that you just could not get into) 3) encourage the use of your local library 4) let some of the lesser known but good books receive some love, and above all else 5) encourage a love for reading.

I do encourage requests for a review (within reason).  If I don't have a review up for a book that you would like to know about, please comment.  If it's something I have available, I will gladly write a review.

Posts will be titled by book.  This is too make searching for titles easier.  So instead of titling the post "The Greatest Book I Have Ever Read," I will title it "Jurassic Park."  Posts involving books in a series will have the series title.  I will post individuals reviews about each books in that single post.

Most books I review are for pleasure reading.  Every once in a while I might review a book outside that category (DIY, beginners books...), but those reviews will consist of how easy the instructions were to follow and if I actually accomplished "rewiring my house in one weekend".

These are my hopes for this blog.  I am open to suggestions to make it more user friendly, on book reviews, or just plain friendly discussion.

Till next time.  Happy Reading.