Category Archives: Lauren

Kirkus Review: What’s Eating Your Child?

For the past few years, I have dealt with recurring health issues: reflux, eczema, sinus infections, and anxiety. After reading that they could all be connected to my digestive system, I made extreme changes to my diet. I have stuck with these changes since March 30th and have seen drastic changes. My eczema and sinus…

To Be a Runner: Kirkus Reviews blog

In early 2010, I started running. I was determined to like it and stick with it. I had tried running several times, but always quit because I didn’t enjoy it at all. Two things helped me change that: my husband and son didn’t think my efforts would last longer than three weeks and I wanted…

Itsy Mitsy Runs Away

As a child, I wrote a note to my parents, letting them know that I was running away. I planned to go to a nearby children’s home. In my mind, the idea of a children’s home conjured up images of nonstop fun. I mean, it would be awesome to live in a house full of…

5 Conversations You Must Have with Your Son

My son is nine, and we are experiencing the golden years of childhood. He’s old enough to manage some things on his own, but hasn’t reached the tumult of adolescence. Sure, we have ups and downs, but as a parent, I’m really enjoying this time. In a few short years, the challenges will mount, and…

The Notes: A Kirkus Review (Ronald Reagan’s Collection of Wisdom)

I was a child in the eighties, so I didn’t pay too much attention to politics. As an adult, I am much more interested in current and past events. Recently, I had the opportunity to read The Notes: Ronald Reagan’s Private Collection of Stories and Wisdom. This book is a fascinating snapshot of the man…

Sue Ellen’s Girl Ain’t Fat, She Just Weighs Heavy

I was born in Ohio, but only lived there six months. I grew up in Tennessee, and I am definitely a southern girl (you’d guess that if you could hear me talk). I’m sure that women in other parts of the country are recognized by certain traits, but women in the south have distinct characteristics…

Fun Animal Books for Kids

Books about animals are always a fun choice for kids. These three new releases from Simon and Schuster are sure to bring smiles to your children’s faces. In Owly & Wormy, Friends All Aflutter! by Andy Runton, graphic novel star Owly makes his first picture book debut. Owly and Wormy are delighted by a flock…

Sports Books for Kids

No matter the time of the year, it’s always the perfect season for at least a few sports. For young fans, information books about the sports they love can be the perfect accompaniment to watching and playing the game, and they are often touted as fabulous choices to present a “reluctant reader” because of their…