by Josie | May 9, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Encouraging Reading
The stereotype of a bookworm is a girl (or boy) wearing glasses, pale skin, no style and no social skills. I certainly tick some of those boxes. I feel, though, that I have other attributes and interests to take me beyond that stereotype. And, in fact, a stereotype is...
by Josie | Mar 7, 2019 | Celebration Days, Encouraging Reading
When nearly every day brings another “celebration” it may be difficult to get enthused about yet another day. I hope, though, that you’ll join me in celebrating World Book Day. Read on for your special discount code. The purpose of the day may have...
by Josie | Feb 7, 2019 | Celebration Days, Encouraging Reading, Nostalgia
Any bookworm worth its salt will tell you that the best present they’ve ever received was a book. It may be a book they’ve loved since childhood or the latest blockbuster given last Christmas. What other (low-cost) presents last as long as a book...
by Josie | Jan 31, 2019 | #AuthorStyle, Encouraging Reading
I’m also often given story concepts and told to write a book about that. Some even go on to describe the story in detail. My response: they should write the book themselves. After all, ‘everyone has a book in them’.So, where do I get my ideas for...
by Josie | Jan 24, 2019 | Encouraging Reading, Ideas for playing with stories
2019 marks the 18th year of the Annual National Storytelling Week, organised by the Society of Storytelling. Check out their website for events all over the UK. Every year, storytelling is celebrated for a week in early February. This week was chosen to coincide with...
by Josie | Jan 10, 2019 | Encouraging Reading
What can a bookworm bring to your home? A friendly bookworm will add peace and tranquillity and if you train him or her right, may even help with tidying and cleaning. Don’t believe me? Read on. First you’ll need to know how to grow a bookworm. You can...
