new book recommendations for the holidays!

i’m currently reading this book, akata witch by author Nnedi Okorafor. it’s completely full of such imagination! and since i’ve had it on my mind to get back into writing and combining my art with words, i’m diving into lots of literature for inspiration too!

shades of milk and honey, by mary robinette kowal

i just finished this wonderful read, shades of milk and honey, by mary robinette kowal. it’s very Jane Austin, but filled with lots of art and magic! definitely a perfect read for a bit of time off over the holidays!

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7 comments on “new book recommendations for the holidays!”

Anonymous

December 21, 2011 - 8:04 am

Juliette this is a perfect post for this morning, i'm going to the book shop to pick out my Christmas book! I love that week between Chirstmas and New year, perfect for lazing and reading and eating chocolate!!
Have a lovely Christmas,
~Felicia~ http://www.scrapzville.com
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Prudence Puddleduck

December 21, 2011 - 1:22 pm

Thank you so very much for this info Juliette! I am always looking for good books, and my cyber♥s never let me down. Cant wait to escape!
Warmest Wishes of Joy for 2012 🙂
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Susan

December 21, 2011 - 3:33 pm

I've started reading books to my little guy and, as I admire the artwork in them, I keep thinking you would write and illustrate an amazing kids' picture book!
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Juliette Crane

December 21, 2011 - 5:54 pm

definitely the perfect time for eating chocolate with a good book 🙂

i know there is a book bubbling inside of me…if you have any recommendations for good reads, please pass them on!

happy holidays!
-juliette
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Steph

December 21, 2011 - 6:35 pm

Thank you for passing these on Juliette! I'll be looking for more fiction in the new year. : )

Happy holidays!

Stephanie
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Elizabeth GLz

December 21, 2011 - 10:34 pm

How perfect! I'll check it. How wonderful that you will combine art and writing…I know you will do great! Keep up the dreams and the faith ,Juliette! You are such a talented girl! Enjoy your readings!
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martinealison

December 22, 2011 - 6:44 am

Je vous souhaite de joyeuses fêtes et une douce nuit de noël à vous et à tous ceux que vous aimez.
Gros bisous.
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