Celebrate Every Day With Books 5/7/2018 - 5/13/2018
It seems like everyday has some new theme to celebrate so I thought it might be fun to see what kind of interesting books I can find (new, old, or coming soon) for an everyday holiday. In fact, most days have more than one holiday!
Just so you know I have not read most of these but the ones I pick seem the most interesting. You can probably find tons more books for each holiday but I am only going to pick two books for every holiday.
Let me know what you think. Do any of them seem interesting to you? Is there another book you think would be a better choice?
MONDAY MAY 7TH 2018
National Tourism Day
Genre: Non-Fiction, Reference, Travel
What It Is About?: How to be a Better Tourist helps you get the most out of your stay without damaging the soul of your destination. Because, ultimately, an imaginatively considered vacation is a genuinely rewarding experience.
Available: AUGUST 21ST 2018
Genre: Non-Fiction, Travel
What It Is About?: This book challenges the misconceptions of a ghoulish practice through the eyes of a self-confessed dark tourist, who has spent forty years visiting the world's dark sites.
Available: AUGUST 2ND 2018
TUESDAY MAY 8TH 2018
National Teacher’s Day
Genre: Children’s, Picture Book
What It Is About?: Born into slavery around 1821 in Petersburg, Virginia, Lilly Ann Granderson secretly learned to read and write from her master's children. As Lilly Ann's reading and writing skills improved, she shared her knowledge with others by starting a school.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Fiction, Religious, Amish
What It Is About?: With seven siblings to care for, Ada Rupp wasn't sure she wanted to take on teaching, too. But the moment she holds Nathan in her arms, she realizes she'll do all she can to help this lost little boy. Plus, it gives her a chance to spend more time with Josiah. Falling for a man in mourning may be against the rules, but his quiet strength is the support Ada never knew she needed. And, together, they could have the loving family she'd always hoped for.
Available: IN STORES NOW
WEDNESDAY MAY 9TH 2018
Lost Sock Memorial Day
Genre: Fiction, Comic Book, Graphic Novel
What It Is About?: Though written in jest, the book addresses a conundrum that genuinely puzzles many. Included are interviews with passersby, comments from other authorities, and delightful illustrations—all created by Dr. Pedale, the domestic naturalist.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Fiction, Children, Picturebook, Fairies
What It Is About?: A mischievous little fairy carrying a wand and a flashlight visits children's homes and is responsible for missing and mismatched socks, as well as the troublesome holes. Original watercolor illustrations by fairy artist Kristi Bridgeman. Includes audio CD of the story and original fairy song.
Available: IN STORES NOW
THURSDAY MAY 10TH 2018
Clean Up Your Room Day
Genre: Juvenile, Humorous
What It Is About?: This simple, laugh-out-loud picture-book guide to cleaning your room is sure to make picking up a snap.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Non-Fiction, Home, Cleaning, Organizing
What It Is About?: Discover new ways to clean your home and simplify your life in this handy and creative guidebook.
Available: IN STORES NOW
FRIDAY MAY 11TH 2018
Twilight Zone Day
Genre: Fiction, Comic, Graphic Novel, Science Fiction
What It Is About?: There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area which we call... the Twilight Zone.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Non-Fiction, Philosophy
What It Is About?: In The Twilight Zone and Philosophy, philosophers probe into the meaning of the classic TV series, The Twilight Zone. Some of the chapters look at single episodes of the show, while others analyze several or many episodes. Though acknowledging the spinoffs and reboots, the volume concentrates heavily on the classic 1959-1964 series.
Available: OCTOBER 9TH 2018
SATURDAY MAY 12TH 2018
Limerick Day
Genre: Fiction, Folk-Lore, Mythology
What It Is About?: In this unique collection, storyteller Ruth Marshall recounts tales of mystery, music, and magic from across the rich tapestry of the folklore of County Limerick, Ireland.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Non-Fiction, Poetry, Historical
What It Is About?: Mick’s entertaining limericks are paired with exquisite illustrations by Hannah Warren, making the book the perfect gift package.
Available: IN STORES NOW
SUNDAY MAY 13TH 2018
Mother’s Day
Genre: Non-Fiction, Family & Relationship, Motherhood
What It Is About?: Thought provoking and celebratory, this fill-in gift book provides 50 prompts that help you capture all the things you love and appreciate about your mother: her talents, her quirks, the memories you share, and more.
Available: IN STORES NOW
Genre: Non-Fiction, Relationship, Parenthood, Mothers
What It Is About?: From postpartum depression and "baby blues" to healing meals and postnatal exercise, Kurtz guides new and veteran mothers alike through the best practices to care for themselves during their first year of motherhood.
Available: IN STORES NOW
