Monday, August 24, 2026

Review: Take Me Home Tonight

Take Me Home Tonight Take Me Home Tonight by Morgan Matson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I finished reading this book on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 5:56 p.m.

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๐Ÿš• Take Me Home Tonight by Morgan Matson


So I suggested a NYC Book Club to Ale and Emma so we can meet up and discuss the NYC itinerary. We will read books that are set in New York like we’re doing for the Sister Summer Book Club. We all suggested three books and one of my suggestions won! I had this book on my TBR for a while and I thought that the story was perfect for us! I am excited for this book! So I borrowed a copy from the Phoenix public library with my library card and let Ale read from that one and I will read from one that I borrowed from the Maricopa County Library District. Emma borrowed one from the Phoenix library too. I love that there’s a little dog on the back cover. We can pretend that’s our Twentybean! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ




“‘Great,’ I said, even as I felt a stab of disappointment. Suddenly, our time together—which had felt so expansive—was counting down. It was like I could practically feel the clock ticking” (218).

I feel like this too. Sadly, too often.


* Overall, I am glad that I finally got to read this book that’s been in my TBR since 2021. It took me five years to finally read this book. I remember adding this because it took place in New York. I really liked that the dog came on the journey for a bit. Mr. Twenty could role play as Brad during these parts. It made the adventure more fun. This story got me more excited to visit New York for the first time.

Friday, August 7, 2026

2026 Goodreads Reading Challenge So Far


https://imgur.com/a/s8xGf2h

I have read at least 26 books in the year of our lord 2026!

2026 Summer Reading Prizes!

This is the book Ale has been wanting to read and it was in the book prize catalog!
I saw this same book in the Main Library book sale and I got it for free!!!!!
Ale's book choice

Ale and I went to a Little Free Library near the Heroes library and I saw someone left their bluetooth speaker prize.

And, yes. This is the year that I spelled our last name wrong. ๐Ÿ˜ž

Monday, August 3, 2026

My July 2026 Reads

๐Ÿงด Audiobook That I Listen To While Doing Skincare:
✅ 1. ๐ŸŸจ All Adults Here by Emma Straub
✅ 2. ๐Ÿ‘ป No Ghouls Allowed (Ghost Hunter Mystery, #9) by Victoria Laurie



☀️ Let’s Read Together: Summer Reading Challenge ๐Ÿ’› Hosted by Cozy Books Corner & Romance Books Corner:
3. ๐Ÿช A Windy Day (Weather Watch) by Spencer Brinker

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Yay! Our 2026 Total Minutes!

Unearth a Story Before July 20!

There’s still plenty left to unearth—so grab your reading tools, dig into one more story, brush off hidden codes, and make sure every minute is logged before the clock strikes midnight.

Let’s finish strong and Unearth a Story together!

Hurry before this year's summer reading goes the way of the dinosaurs . . . 

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Events at Glendale Public Library in July!

This year, your roar-some summer reading adventure runs from June 1st to July 20th. Round up your friends and family and start exploring!

America 250 Library Card

The library is where people come to discover stories, and we are excited to celebrate the story of the United States on our 250th anniversary! From library events and reading challenges to book recommendations and exclusive keepsakes, you'll be inspired as you explore American history and culture.

Limited-Time Library Card

Celebrate the semiquincentennial by picking up a commemorative library card, available now while supplies last! Current cardholders can exchange their existing library card for the America 250 card at no charge thru 12/31/26. 

Optional Summer Reading List


I thought that these two graphics were cute! The Summer Reading List is a free and an optional part of Cozy Books Corner & Romance Books Corner's Summer Reading Challenge!

I unlocked the Creatures avatar bundle!


I updated my avatar with the latest animal attire. Share your avatar’s new wild look on social media with #maricopacountyreads.

I unlocked the Fantasy avatar bundle!


I chose my favorite look and got my avatar ready for adventure. Show off the new look on social media with #maricopacountyreads. This hat reminds me of the one that Ale has for her contact pic of me.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

My June 2026 Reads

๐Ÿงด Audiobook That I Listen To While Doing Skincare:

✅ 1. ๐Ÿง™๐Ÿป‍♀️ Wild and Wicked Things by Francesca May



๐Ÿฆ– THE SUMMER READING GAME BOOK PICKS:
✅ 2. ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿป‍๐Ÿฆณ Female Force: Anne Rice by Scott Davis, Louie De Martinis (Artist)



๐Ÿ‘ฏ‍♀️ Sister Summer Book Club Pick:
✅ 3. ☕️ Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote



Finished 3 books in June for the Let’s Read Together: Summer Reading Challenge ☀️ Hosted by Cozy Books Corner & Romance Books Corner. ๐Ÿ’›

@BooksAreCozy
#LetsReadTogether #cozysummerreads #CozyBooksCorner #bookstagram

Saturday, June 20, 2026

My Favorite 2026 Badges!

Amazing! 5,000 points! ¡Increรญble! 5,000 puntos!

Earned on 7/13/2026


Amazing! 4,000 points! ¡Increรญble! 4,000 puntos!

Earned on 6/26/2026
* This is the first time I saw a 4,000 points badge let alone a 3,000 point badge. I wonder if it goes higher.

Amazing! 3,000 points! ¡Increรญble! 3,000 puntos!

Earned on 6/20/2026

You've earned 1,000 points and a free book! To claim your free book check your in-game mailbox. ¡Has ganado 1,000 puntos y un libro gratis! Para reclamar tu libro gratis, revisa tu buzรณn del juego.

Earned on 6/10/2026

You're Amazing! You've earned your next prize! Stop by any Glendale Library to claim.

Earned on 6/4/2026

You're halfway there! You've earned your next prize. Stop by any Glendale Library Location to pick it up!

Earned on 6/8/2026

Nice work! You've earned your next prize! Stop by any Glendale Library to claim.

Earned on 6/8/2026

You did it! You've met your reading goal and earned the final prize! Stop by any Glendale Public Library to claim!

Earned on 6/10/2026

Amazing! 2,000 points! ¡Increรญble! 2,000 puntos!

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Classic Lit Challenge

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Dino Play

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Dinosaurs in Native Country

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Explore Arizona with the River of Time Museum!

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Happy birthday, America

Earned on 6/20/2026

You earned this badge for completing the challenge: Wonderful Read Alouds

Earned on 6/20/2026

Amazing! You've earned 250 points! Keep going to earn your free book! ¡Increรญble! ¡Has ganado 250 puntos! ¡Sรญgue adelante para obtener tu libro gratis!

Earned on 6/4/2026

Amazing! You've earned 500 points! Keep going to earn your free book! ¡Increรญble! ¡Has ganado 500 puntos! ¡Sรญgue adelante para obtener tu libro gratis!

Earned on 6/8/2026

Amazing! You've earned 750 points! Keep going to earn your free book! ¡Increรญble! ¡Has ganado 750 puntos! ¡Sรญgue adelante para obtener tu libro gratis!

Earned on 6/8/2026

Happy Reading! ¡Feliz lectura!

Earned on 6/23/2026