What We’re Reading

By April Wallace, Northwest Arkansas mama and nwaMotherlode contributor For us, the holidays absolutely begin with Halloween and each one deserves its own set of books. Here’s what we’re reading regularly to bring the spooky […]

Mamas, this is one of the most unique novels I’ve ever read. The main character in Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister is a mother who witnesses her son commit a murder in the […]

Mamas, I have to share a website with you because I’ve become one of its frequent fliers. The online shop is called Piper & Ivy. I’ve already ordered 3 or 4 t-shirts from them, and […]

Happy Wednesday, mamas! We’re halfway through another week. If you’re looking for a great novel to get into, we have one for you. Here’s the easiest way for me to describe it. Did you ever […]

Mamas, meet local Ashley Clontz, who just realized her dream of becoming a published children’s book author. Congratulations, Ashley! Her book, Giraffe, What Do You Like to Eat?  is adorable and educational. It will definitely spark […]

Review of The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman Happy Wednesday, mamas! Here’s an update on what we’re reading lately. I (Gwen) am extra lucky because I have my own personal reading recommendation […]

Mamas, we LOVE a fun rom-com novel anytime but especially in the summer. It’s the perfect type of book to read poolside, on the beach or even in your bathroom while you hide out from […]

Mamas, my kids aren’t in the picture book age range anymore, but I’ve certainly read plenty of them over the years. But recently a picture book titled “What Do You Do with an Idea?” was […]