Gia R. Tatone
Gia Tatone, Ph.D. is a lifelong resident of the Pittsburgh region. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Chatham University in Psychology and Education, a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership … Continued
Effort Counts Twice
I have a twin sister who constantly gives me great things to include clothes, advice and book suggestions. Our book tendencies are opposite. I lean towards fiction while she leans … Continued
The Power Of Rockefeller, Chernow’s Early Years
In short, the fuss is well deserved. Chernow is a masterful writer and has an ability to make what could be dry and dusty facts come alive.
A History of Squirrel Hill
Squirrel Hill is one of Pittsburgh’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Having lived there many years and because I still enjoy visiting it, I was intrigued to read Squirrel Hill A Neighborhood … Continued
Laughing While Learning: Must Read Mo Willems Books
Last summer, I took my two sons to the library. As they played in the children’s section, I searched for books to read to them. Once I gathered all of the books, my youngest son ran up to me and placed a book in my hand. I looked at it and did not think it was worth reading. It was a simple looking book with a pig and elephant on it. I was only willing to give it a try because of my son’s enthusiasm. After reading that one book, Elephant and Piggie books became a permanent part of our reading time experience.
I’ll Be Gone in the Dark
See how a serial killer from forty years ago is brought to justice today.
A Camel Lady’s Fate.
This past month, my co-worker Julia and I read a book titled Tracks by Robyn Davidson (DB 18639) for one of our Library’s book clubs. Julia and I fell head over … Continued
Main Street
Main Street was the sixth novel by Sinclair Lewis and it was published in 1920. Main Street became the first popular and critical success for Lewis. He won the Nobel Prize for … Continued
Going Back in Time
Recently, Tor, a top publisher of science fiction and fantasy books and a division of Macmillan, made a surprise announcement regarding a change in their eBook licensing model for libraries. … Continued
Early Learning
Early learning has a lasting impact on a child all the way through adulthood. Research shows that young children who are introduced to early learning activities and books have greater … Continued