Some picture books entertain. Some are beautifully illustrated. Some stir the imagination. Some strike a chord of childhood authenticity. This book ...

Image courtesy Orale Guey on Facebook Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: The family-owned Mexican restaurant Orale ...

Not many picture books take on the topic of housing insecurity, and some that do feel a bit didactic. Lita Judge has found a way to approach this topic ...

So day two of found me waking up just outside of Washington PA and beginning my day with a trip to Oglebay park to hike the Driehorst Trail.   The route ...

Hey folks! Fireside this week. I had wanted to have my post on the hoplite debate (the othismos over othismos) ready for this week, but it’s not quite ...

from "" in Detective Comics (1937 series) #31 (September 1939); script, pencils, and inks by Tom Hickey

An update from me as we enter the final weeks of 2025: As you may already know, this newsletter is supported financially by my friend Don. And Brian. ...

Now stay still while I kiss you. Until next time, Good day, and good dog!

The most meaningful gifts can’t be wrapped — they’re life-changing experiences. This Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday, skip ...

Hi friends! Happy weekend to ya! I’m posting my Friday Faves roundup a little late this week because it’s been a wild one. I took Liv and one of her best ...