Are you looking for a thrilling book to read right before Halloween? Have you read The Shining by Stephen King? Many consider it one of his most haunting books. Doctor Sleep by Stephen King asks the question, what happened to little Danny after the events of The Shining. This book makes a fantastic sequel or…
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Halloween Stories for the Whole Family
As much as I love a spooky, Halloween read, I know there are some little readers who want the thrill with less of the fright. Working in schools of all age groups, I’ve seen a few good Halloween themed books. I thought it might be helpful for parents, teachers, or families, to list some of…
The Maid Book Review
I have always had a heart for the underdog. When I watch movies or read books, I’m always rooting for the oddballs and outsiders to come out on top. The Maid by Nita Prose, has me rooting for the same. I picked this book up because I loved the idea of reading a book narrated…
Soon to be Released Books we are Excited for
We planned a Halloween post, but our plans changed when we saw some of the books being released soon. We figured if these books flew under our radar, we just had to share to make sure everyone had a chance to place their pre-orders. Below you will find two books the three of us, (yes,…
Three Assassins Book Review
After our short hiatus in blogging, I decided I needed to get back into the swing of reading. For some people, this can seem like a daunting task. (If you need help trying to get back into reading check out this post here.) For me, I find it’s easier to get back into reading starting…
10 Greatest Literary Halloween Costumes
Umbra Ex Libris’s second favorite holiday is right around the corner, and oh boy, are we excited. We love all things Halloween and cannot wait to celebrate with you. Where would Halloween be without people dressing up. Are you trying to find a neat literary costume to dress up as this Halloween? Look no further…