Long and Short Reviews is celebrating its 9th anniversary. I contributed to a blog post for the anniversary celebration, a list of things I love about summer. Stop by and take a look! You can also enter to win prizes! While you’re there, read the awesome review for 2013’s The Ice Carousel! Simply put the title…

Valerie Sherwood’s excellent pirate trilogy:   Love this trilogy!!!  

It’s National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! They’re best when served straight from the oven, gooey and warm!