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    2023 Picture Book Gift Guide

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    Whether it’s the most wonderful or stressful time of the year, I’ve got you covered you with a list of great picture book gift ideas in this year’s 2023 Picture Book Gift Guide! With 30 picture book titles ranging from silly read alouds to poignant titles that will tug at…

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    2022 Holiday Picture Book Gift Guide

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    The holiday season is drawing near and for many people that means gift-giving in abundance! Not surprisingly while I was growing up, my Christmas list often included a list of books. There were often American Girl books on my list to fill out my collection as well as a ton…

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    2021 Holiday Kids’ Book Gift Guide

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    I love sharing books as gifts! Partially, because I love books and reading, but also because books can be extremely personal gifts. I regularly gift books to readers in my life. Last year, all of my friends received books from me – titles that I thought they would enjoy based…

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    2020 Gift Guide: Middle Grade Novels

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    There are so many amazing middle grade novels that were published in 2020! I’m highlighting just 25 that would make amazing gifts this holiday season on my 2020 Gift Guide: Middle Grade Novels. Middle grade novels are some of my favorite books to read. Authors writing for this age group…

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    2020 Gift Guide: Easy Readers & Chapter Books

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    Yesterday was all about the littles, today I’m sharing 25 easy reader and chapter book titles that are perfect for emerging readers and those ready for the next step! Many books in these categories are part of a series. I’ve given you the most recent title in the series and…

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    2020 Gift Guide: Board Books & Picture Books

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    Today I’m sharing 25 board books and picture books that would make great gifts this holiday season! With all of these titles having been published in 2020, you’re less likely to be getting a duplicate copy for the readers in your life. Whether you’re looking for silly, sweet, empowering, or…