Three cheers for librarians everywhere! The Memorial Hall Library in Andover, Massachusetts, is my second home, and I am grateful for our friendly, helpful, and
Author: Laura Fineberg Cooper
Laura Cooper loves books: reading, writing, and editing them! She writes about dragons, tree frogs, magic trees, and more. Laura is also a licensed English Teacher for grades 5-12 and tutors middle and high school students with reading comprehension, essay writing, and SAT prep. When not consumed by any of the above, she loves spending time with her family and friends.
Vexing Vocabulary Part TWO
Welcome to Part TWO of Vexing Vocabulary. Part ONE covered ME, MYSELF, & I, LESS/FEWER, YOUR/YOU’RE, ITS/IT’S, EFFECT/AFFECT, and TOWARD/TOWARDS. If you’d like TO read
Vexing Vocabulary Part 1
As an ELA/SAT tutor and member of multiple kidlit writing groups, I’ve noticed certain words cause more vexation than others. Worry no more! My goal
Don’t Forget to Read!
My favorite way to start each day is in my favorite chair with a book, giant mug of coffee, and boxer at my feet (or
Before We Close the Book on 2017…
Sing to the tune of “My Favorite Things” by Rodgers and Hammerstein: Snowflakes on noses and text-able mittens Antlers on doggies and bells on soft
Fabulous First Lines
If you’re a voracious reader like me, you’re constantly searching for new books to consume. With so many enticing books vying for our attention, it’s
Commonly Confused Commas
Writers of all ages struggle with proper comma usage. As a writer myself, I agree that plot, characters, and word choice are infinitely more important
