“Maybe I can succeed like these coaches are telling us.  Despite everything, I still believe in seizing the moment and that an opportunity is a gift.” – A Most Beautiful Thing What It’s About This is the true story of how Manley High School’s ground breaking all black rowing team on Chicago’s West Side in […]

“So, the objective of this little project is to make ourselves better so that we can find boyfriends?” Samiah asked.  “Hell no.  It’s to make ourselves better because we deserve to be our best selves.” The Boyfriend Project is a delightful little summer Rom Com full of strong female leads, girl power, and sass.  I […]

Millie is something else! I love this girl. She is SO patient and full of grace. Millie is all over Ralston Valley. Millie is Vice President of NHS AND her school’s French Honor Society. She’s also big into their music department, where she’s in the advanced women’s choir and consistently in the school musical. Outside […]

I had SO much fun on this Jefferson Academy girl’s senior session! Rachel is one of my brand ambassadors this year and she was an awesome addition to the team. She is unapologetically herself and an absolute joy to be around. She is super sporty and plays volleyball, track, soccer, and varsity basketball! I love […]

“My biggest hope for this book is not that you walk away believing and supporting every conclusion I’ve drawn but that it spurs you to figure out what you think for yourself and why.” – Knox McCoy, All Things Reconsidered I jumped at the chance to read this book! Popular podcaster Knox McCoy is hilarious […]

“Dreams are like pieces of fluff that get caught in your hair;they stand out for a moment, but eventually you wach themaway, or long fingers reach in and pluck them out.” – Clap When You Land I am so moved by the beauty and art that is Clap When You Land. history Author Elizabeth Acevedo […]

“She hit him in the best way, like a rainstorm after five years of drought, healing the parched earth with a gentle touch; and in the worst way, like an unexpected earthquake, leaving dust and debris in her wake. She was, in equal parts, a gift and a natural disaster. Her name was Juniper Jones.” […]

Guest Review!  I was asked by the publisher to provide an honest review of Saltwater Secrets by Cindy Callaghan. What better way to review a YA book than from an actual teen? My sons best friend, Lilly, offered to read this one for me.  Here’s what she has to say: Saltwater Secrets follows the story […]

Oh sweet Mommas. The Refuge is one book you don’t want to miss. If you are looking for a new bedtime story to read to your kiddos, I highly recommend The Refuge by @sandraleguen.autrice! The story is sweet and the artwork divine. This will be a quick favorite! This is a story of a little […]

Dream Big by Bob Goff is the perfect book to help you take that next step to not only pursuing your dreams, but to make a difference in this world. He reminds us that life isn’t just about making money but making life matter. And that our brokenness can be the path to others healing. […]