TREASURES ON THE SHELVES
Treasures on the Shelves — Gardening books worth a look
Now that spring is here and summer is quickly approaching, it’s time to write about the great American pastime. No, I’m not talking about baseball ...
Holly Howze, Author at Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch
TREASURES ON THE SHELVES
Treasures on the Shelves — Virginia authors are worth a read
Not long ago, I was looking at some of the book titles being released soon and it struck me how many of the writers I ...
by Holly Howze, Friday, May 6, 2022 4:15 pm
TREASURES ON THE SHELVES
Treasures on the Shelves — Expand your reading list
As both a librarian and an avid reader, I often find myself either looking for something to read or helping suggest a title or subject ...
by Holly Howze, Thursday, April 21, 2022 5:30 pm
Columns
Treasures on the Shelves — Cuddle up with a cozy
When you hear the word ‘cozy’, it brings to mind warmth, comfort, maybe in the form of a blanket, and a feeling of security. Cozy ...
by Holly Howze, Saturday, March 26, 2022 12:00 pm
Columns
Treasures on the shelves — Other hidden figures in history
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, I was thinking about the many contributions women have made to better our world. The saying ‘history is written ...
by Holly Howze, Saturday, March 5, 2022 10:39 am
Lifestyles
Treasures on the Shelves — Black History Month reads recommended
As we celebrate Black History Month, I’m excited to write about some of the Black authors who are part of our collection. Alyssa Cole is ...
by Holly Howze, Thursday, February 17, 2022 10:30 am
Columns
Treasures on the shelves: Retellings of the story
Every month when I order books for our library system, I notice there seems to be a new title being promoted as a “retelling,” or ...
by Holly Howze, Thursday, January 27, 2022 12:41 pm
Columns
Winter weather supplies
As I was shelving books a few weeks ago, I came across an older title that is part of our collection. “All About the Months” ...
by Holly Howze, Sunday, January 16, 2022 12:00 pm
Columns
Column — Books from 2021 that you should read
As 2021 winds down, I’m sure many of you have noticed the numerous ‘best of’ lists that crop up this time of year. Take your ...
by Holly Howze, Saturday, December 25, 2021 8:00 am
Columns
Column — Find your new favorite book series
If you ask any reader who their favorite literary character is, their answers will probably include Jane Eyre, Jo March or Huckleberry Finn. But you ...