August, 2024 TBR - What to Read in August? Beyond Books 2024-08-05 | Join me and the Belly-Rub Bunny as we look at the books I plan to read in August, 2024Books mentioned in this video:"Stranger in a Strange Land" - Robert A. Heinlein"Diary of a Young Girl" - Anne Frank"I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" - Maya Angelou"Remarkably Bright Creatures" - Shelby Van Pelt"Devotions" Mary Oliver"And Still I Rise" Maya AngelouChannels mentioned:@Uncommon_Reader @MarilynMayaMendoza @BookChatWithPat8668
Moozica Tongue Drum Unboxing - what did I do now? #tonguedrum #unboxing #unboxingvideo Beyond Books 2024-10-17 | Join me and my lovely co-host, Raina as we unbox my new tongue drum from Amazon. I purchased my first tongue drum about 1 1/2 months ago and fell in love with it. Now it seems I've gone and done it again! This time, I purchased a Moozica-Brand 14inchTongue Drum, again from Amazon. It was on sale for Prime Days and I couldn't resist! This one has a D-Kurd Scale and Overtone Design. You will see exactly what that is when I unbox it and start trying it out. I hope you enjoy my video - don't forget to like and subscribe. Also, feel free to ask questions - obviously, I'm on a tongue drum journey, so you may as well come along for the ride.Here is an affiliate link to the drum I purchased so you can take a look if you are interested and want a better look: amzn.to/3BFY0shAnd the one I purchased a few weeks ago which is much less expensive, if you are just looking for something to get started: amzn.to/3NqKH1EAlso, here's a link to my video where I talk about the other drum and other things I do when I'm not reading: youtu.be/B-n2osNqiI4Buy Raina a biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksContact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com
A Prayer for Owen Meany - A Banned Book Review #24bb #booktube #booktuber Beyond Books 2024-10-16 | Join me as I review and discuss banned book #16:"A Prayer for Owen Meany" by John IrvingBuy Me a Coffee or Buy Raina a Biscuit:buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksFollow Me on Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/171730778-reneyContact Me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com
Booktube Makes Me Happy Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag #booktube Beyond Books 2024-10-15 | Join me and Raina as we discuss the Booktube Makes Me Happy Tag!Happy Tag Tuesday and thanks for watching!Channels mentioned:@GenreBooks23 @BookChatWithPat8668 @bookstalgic @someothercharacter @FacelessBookReviews @Littlebiglibrary @ellenmadebookclub @Uncommon_Reader @RaynorReadsStuff I was tagged by Gavin @GenreBooks23 the original tag is from @TheBookPonderer 1. What kinds of Booktube content makes you feel good or gives you encouragement? 2. How has Booktube motivated you or encouraged you to do something you might not have done otherwise? 3. How has Booktube inspired you to put more positivity out into the world? 4. What is your favourite comment to hear someone say about you or your channel? 5. What are some unexpected happy surprises of Booktube? 6. What is a positive outcome you’ve gotten from making videos? 7. Which Booktubers make you laugh? 8. Which Booktubers warm your heart and make you feel all happy inside? 9. Who are some of your favorite commenters who don't have their own channel? 10. What is something new you can do to put more positive energy out into Booktube?Great tag! If you are reading this - YOU are tagged!BuyMeACoffee or Buy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksJoin me on Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/171730778-reneyContact Me at: beyond.books4242@gmail.com
Making Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookes #recipe #recipes #cookbook #baking Beyond Books 2024-10-11 | Join me and my hungry co-host Raina as we bake some Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies and make some delicious doggie treats!Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (my version)adapted from Mayim's Vegan Table CookbookIngredient'sNonstick cooking spray (I just use parchment paper)8 tablespoons (1 stick) vegan margarine (I used butter)3/4 cup brown sugar3/4 cup granulated sugar1 cup canned pumpkinEgg replacer to equal 1 egg (I used 1/4 cup applesauce, other suggestions are 1/4 cup mashed banana, vegan egg replacement products or an actual egg, if you don't mind non-vegan cookies) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground clovespinch of ground nutmegpinch of mace (I did not use nor have I ever used, it is optional)1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt (I did not add any additional salt, I try to stay low sodium as much as I can)1 cup vegan semisweet chocolate chips (I used regular chocolate chips, but unfortunately that part of the video got mistakenly edited out - SORRY!)350 degree ovenUse a large bowl to mix margarine and sugars until creamy. Add the pumpkin and mix. Add the egg replacer and mix, then vanilla and stir well.Stir together the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stir to combine. Fold in the chocolate chips with a spoon or spatula. (for some reason, I did not get this part on video - but I did add 1 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips)Spoon the batter in 1/3 cup measures onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between the cookies. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. (I had to go about 17 -18 minutes to achieve a nice color and fully baked cookie). Let the cookies rest on the pan for 1 minute after removing from the oven and then cool on wire rack. Enjoy with coffee, tea, cocoa or your favorite hot beverage! Happy Fall!Affiliate link to this cookbook:amzn.to/3U8rNQJContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.comBuy me a coffee or Raina a biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.books
The Evolution of a Booktuber Original Tag! #booktubetag #books #tagtuesday Beyond Books 2024-10-08 | Join me and my hound dog, Raina as we share our thoughts about evolution as a booktuber.The Original Evolution of a Booktube Tag!This tag was created by Jack @spreadbookjoy who wrote this about this tag:"I am celebrating 4 years on Booktube by contemplating my evolution as a booktuber with an original tag! There are only 4 prompts which you can interpret in any way you choose. My interpretations of the prompts are here to help you:"(1) EXTINCTION: Are there things you used to do on your channel that you no longer do?(2) ADAPTATION: What things have you done on your channel or as a result of being on booktube that you never thought you would do?(3) EVOLUTION: how has booktube changed you and what do you aspire to do on your channel in future?(4) BONUS PROMPT: Impart your words of wisdom to all of the fledgling booktubers out there! (5) TAG SOME PEOPLE! If you are watching this video and you would like to do this tag, please consider yourself tagged.It's a fun tag and we should all as Booktubers, take a look at ourselves from time to time!Contact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.comBuy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksPrime Days are here! Oct 8th and 9th:Here's a link to some nice Kindles that are on sale: amzn.to/3Bxl3W9amzn.to/4dAWh4Uamzn.to/4epHbAlFor more info about the Book Bundler opening to the public:thebookbundler.com/pages/book-sale-information-and-bundlepalooza
October BOTM Choice #bookofthemonth #botm Beyond Books 2024-10-06 | Join me and my trusty co-host, Raina as we review the Book of the Month choices for October, 2024. Also, stick around for the bonus video at the end - it's me (again!) harvesting lettuce from my aerogarden and making a delicious salad.Interested in BOTM: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lWant to buy Raina a biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.comLink to my "book haul" video (the last for 2024?): youtu.be/5RGJlP0cRyQ
TBR for October, 2024: Lets Read Some Horror! Beyond Books 2024-10-03 | Join me and the co-host, Raina as we take a look at my reading for October, 2024. It's "scary season" - so you know that horror wins the day! Let's see what else is on the list!Links to channels mentioned in this video:@WillowTalksBooks @ellenmadebookclub Other links:Article about Stephen King book ban in Florida: newsweek.com/stephen-king-books-banned-florida-full-list-1947910Statement from Miracle-Gro company regarding Aerogardens:aerogarden.com/homeAmazon Affiliate Links for books mentioned in this video:A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving: amzn.to/4eodAXYManaging and Other Lies: A Queer Horror Collection by Willow Heath: amzn.to/4dskqukImaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky: amzn.to/4gRr3sXBeartown by Fredrik Backman: amzn.to/3Y9ovz4The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon by Stephen King: amzn.to/4eKFxceIncidents Around the House by Josh Malerman: amzn.to/3NdemeCBOTM: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lBuy Raina A Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.com
A Walk Through Colonial Williamsburg #williamsburgva #williamsburg Beyond Books 2024-10-03 | Join me and Raina as we talk a casual early morning stroll through the streets of the Colonial Area in Williamsburg, VA. Here I will show you some of the sights - historic buildings, gift shops, pastures, horses and more. I hope you enjoy it!colonialwilliamsburg.org/explore/?from=navdiscoverBuy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksMany of the books I review or discuss on my channel are available through Book of the Month. Here is a link to learn more: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.comFollow me on Goodreads for reviews and more: goodreads.com/user/show/171730778?ref=nav_profile_lIf you like my content, don't forget to like and subscribe!
September Wrap-Up, 2024 - you read WHAT!?! Beyond Books 2024-09-30 | Join me and my wonderful co-host, Raina as we discuss the books I read this month! TRIGGER WARNING: One of these books is about child sexual assault. It is about a pedophile. If you are sensitive to this issue, please consider not watching that portion of the video. I will give a verbal warning in the video before I start discussing this particular book.Books mentioned in this video, with Amazon Associate links:A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving: amzn.to/47Q5RiMMadwoman by Chelsea Bieker: amzn.to/4eorV6HHard Rain Falling by Don Carpenter: amzn.to/4eN7JvhWidow's Cove by Paul Rooney: amzn.to/4gEkzxsA Month in the Country by JL Carr: amzn.to/3zJjOmbConversations with a Pedophile, In the Interest of Our Children by Amy Hammel-Zabin: amzn.to/4ep8vPcContact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com Buy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksCheck out BOTM: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lJoin me on Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/171730778?ref=nav_profile_lIf you like my content, please remember to "like", "subscribe" and comment. I hope to see you again soon!
The 54321 Book Tag #tagtuesday #booktag #booktags #booktubetag #booktube Beyond Books 2024-09-27 | Join me and my faithful co-host as we answer the prompts for the 54321 Book Tag.This is a nice, little tag and I was tagged by Mimi @itsmimiduong The Questions: 5 5-star recent reads4 auto-buy authors3 favorite genres2 favorite places to read1 book you promise to read really soonIf you watching this video, please consider yourself tagged and take it on! It's a good one!Amazon Affiliates Links for products mentioned in this video:TPS Plant Food: amzn.to/3N9urSdAerogarden Harvest (6 pod) amzn.to/47GI9pnAerogarden Bounty (9 pod) amzn.to/3N1KbXyCascading Petunias Seed Pod Kit amzn.to/3TNAPCrNo One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall amzn.to/3zEmb9VA Killing Cold by Kate Alice Marshall (available 2.4.25) amzn.to/3XLvME1Deep, Deep Snow by Brian Freeman amzn.to/3ZIzbG6Whistling Past the Graveyard by Susan Crandall amzn.to/47M22esInto the Wild by Jon Krakauer amzn.to/3zEi1PfThe Prophets by Robert Jones, JR amzn.to/3TKgf5YThe Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris amzn.to/4gEKXY9Follow me on Goodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/171730778-reneyBuy Raina A Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/beyond.booksContact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com
The Beauty in Books Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag #booktags #booktag Beyond Books 2024-09-24 | Join me and my lovely co-host, Raina as we go through the prompts for this Tag Tuesday!The Beauty in Books Tag!I was tagged by Stuart @stuartgriffin1001 youtu.be/vJmlYB6vmQ0?si=bBgZR17YNGzmeaIhThis tag was created by Ruben @ToReadersItMayConcern and Emily@TheLinguistsLibrary The Prompts: 1. Beauty in concept 2. Beauty in opening line(s) 3. Beauty in character 4. Beauty amidst pain 5. Beauty in incompleteness 6. Beauty in place 7. Beauty in time 8. Beauty in catharsis 9. Tag others:Daniela@Uncommon_Reader Ellen@ellenmadebookclub Amy@AmywithaY70 Merrick@TheBookThing Freddie@SluggishReader Buy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/invite/beyond.booksLinks to videos and channels mentioned:Paperback Journey - Moby Dick Review: youtu.be/5rFvngq0-4M?si=DabBIpqT7-8aBUBZGhost Town Living: youtube.com/@GhostTownLiving?si=nJ3gMWLTW5v2ihpsMy review of The Women: youtu.be/eE0vTiQ-zg8The Virginia Clay Festival: youtu.be/twG6mPGH0BMBooks mentioned, Amazon Affiliate Links:To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee: amzn.to/4ezt374Little Bee by Chris Cleeve:amzn.to/3ZD4EJIEnemies in the Orchard, Dana Vanderlugt: amzn.to/3TDeYxDGhost Town Living by Brent Underwood: amzn.to/3MV52eXThe Only Kayak: amzn.to/3BeuV7fThe Rythym of the Wild by Kim Heacox: amzn.to/3TBFbwsThe Women by Kristen Hannah: amzn.to/4efRhDLRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt: amzn.to/3TFYRzlMy Goodreads Page: goodreads.com/friend/i?feature=friend-invite-url&invite_token=OTQwZGFlYjYtOGZhMS00ZjhjLThmMGUtYzZhMGQzNTU0OTVkBOTM Link: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lContact me: beyond.books4242@gmailcom
Virginia Clay Festival - come join the fun! #pottery #virginia #clay #clayart Beyond Books 2024-09-21 | Join me and Donna at the Virginia Clay Festival in Stanardsville, VA. There was plenty to see and do - lots of great shopping, demonstrations, food trucks, music and more!First I'll start by showing you what's outside - demonstration tents, food trucks and music. Then I'll show you around inside where there are so many amazing potters selling their finished pieces. And just when we thought we were done - we discovered a Little Free Library! Well, we had to take a look at that, of course. So in all, it was fun day and I hope you enjoy the video!For more info: virginiaclayfestival.comContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.com
Selecting my BOTM for September, 2024 - what did I choose? Beyond Books 2024-09-19 | Join me and Raina as we scroll through the BOTM selections for September, 2024. To join BOTM, use this handy link: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7l Contact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com
What I Do When Im NOT Reading #aerogarden #steeltonguedrum #pottery #diamondpainting Beyond Books 2024-09-18 | Join me and my lovely co-host, Raina the Wonder Dog as we discuss what I do when I'm not reading. Do you have hobbies that AREN'T reading? Do we have some of the same hobbies? Let me know in the comments below!Amazon Associate Links for items discussed in this video:ORORA 12 inch Tongue Drum (13 note, Key of C) : amzn.to/4d8KCdbTongue Drum Music Books for Beginners: amzn.to/4epasuzamzn.to/4e8PYq3Aerogarden (Harvest): amzn.to/4e7X7aiMicrogreens Kit: amzn.to/4db81L1Aerogarden (Bounty): amzn.to/3MORim4Tongue Drum History and Background: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steel_tongue_drumBuy Raina a Biscuit: buymeacoffee.com/invite/beyond.books
Adventurers Assemble Tag! #tagtuesday #booktubetag Beyond Books 2024-09-13 | Join me and my lively co-host as we choose our partners for a fictitious jaunt into the unknown. Let's see - we will need food, companionship, smarts, a good defense system and FOOD! We will need to think about this one!Adventurer's Assemble!John @DisquietandDragons-lh3zm created this tag. I was tagged by Pat @BookChatWithPat8668 The prompts for this tag are: 1.Nom Nom Nom - Choose a companion or adventurers that will ensure you eat well on your quest. 2. I know this one - Choose a companion or adventurers to help you win a pub/tavern quiz. 3. Keep it secret, keep it safe - Choose a companion or adventurers that will stay loyal and trustworthy until the very end. 4. Got your back - Choose a companion or adventurers that will help you out in a fight. 5. Man's best friend - Choose a companion or adventurers that are not human. 6. Tag other booktubers:Hannah @HannahsBooks Daniela @Uncommon_Reader Ellen @ellenmadebookclub Scott @someothercharacter Jae @FacelessBookReviews Related videos you may enjoy:youtu.be/5RGJlP0cRyQyoutu.be/LBTU0qwFxTwyoutu.be/4r7MXoOqMVgyoutu.be/MIxZaDLokhEyoutu.be/eE0vTiQ-zg8Books and authors mentioned in this video:"Food to Die For" - Patricia CornwellDr. Kay Scarpetta series - Patricia CornwellThe Deadly Sins Series - Laurence Sanders"The Lion Women of Tehran" - Marjan Kamali"The Women: Kristen Hannah"Suspect" - Robert Crais"remarkable Bright Creatures" - Shelby Van Pelt
Thrifting and Planting - Goodwill Book Haul and Sunflower Micros #bookhaul #bookhauls #aerogarden Beyond Books 2024-09-09 | Join me and the hungry co-host for another episode of Beyond Books. This time it's a haul from the Goodwill and planting Sunflower seeds in my Aerogarden.Links to other videos mentioned here:youtu.be/9BHW7FlJ0ugyoutu.be/5BpdXLmg654?si=FNDI92qXWS2iwctVyoutu.be/9aAIr_SlytMyoutu.be/LBTU0qwFxTw?si=87lfyiCOQsRAAj70Contact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.comBooks Mentioned in this video:Blacktop Wasteland by SA CosbyA Place to Stand by Jimmy Santiago Baca"My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrik BackmanMadhouse at the End of the Earth Julian SanctonShe's Come Undone by Wally LambBlack Boy by Richard WrightA Very Virginia Christmas by Willford Kale
The Cozy Coffee Mug Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag #booktuber Beyond Books 2024-09-08 | Join me and Raina as we answer the prompts for the Cozy Coffee Mug Tag. We will show you some of our favorite books, mugs and snacks!This is the Cozy Coffee Mug Tag, an original tag created by Jen @literarylove123 Jen's original tag video @literarylove123 • The Cozy Coffee Mug Book Tag | An Ori... Pat's video: youtu.be/yfF3GY59Ezw?si=iPO17nEmmWmd0wasDaniela's video: youtu.be/YIu8L58WyIA?si=P2ig8LndVNXMtLxCCozy Coffee Mug Book Tag Prompts: 1.Hex the Patriarchy: Share your favorite women authors. 2. Never Underestimate a Woman Who Reads Stephen King Books: Share your favorite fictional women characters. 3. Edgar Allan Poe: Share your favorite Gothic book or story. 4. Swiftea: Name your auto-buy authors. 5. Camp Crystal Lake: Share a book that makes you feel nostalgic. 6. Happy Halloween: Share a holiday-themed book that you recommend. 7. This Mug Contains Magic: Share a book you enjoyed that is outside of your comfort zone/typical genre. 8. Tag some bookish friends.I tag anyone who is watching this video who would like to do this tag!My Toni Morrison videos: youtu.be/0Vif6XQS7lQ?si=2V1XfTEhS25MFOQAyoutu.be/xUoWU5eOuyA?si=HNPZlQKq8uz9Zvx3Review of "The Women" by Kristen Hannah: youtu.be/eE0vTiQ-zg8Pottery Series: youtu.be/vH63nnmwMmkyoutu.be/15ESzljhWXgyoutu.be/EvxDeOO_duAOther Authors and Books Mentioned:DAVID ROSENFELT - Dachshund Through the SnowJeffrey Ford "Ahab Returns"Helen Hoang "The Kiss Quotient"D. Alexander Ward "Beneath Ash and Bone"Contact me at beyond.books4242@gmail.com
September TBR and Aerogarden Update - what am I reading and growing this month? Beyond Books 2024-09-06 | Join me and co-host, Raina as we work kitchen magic with a little help from the Aerogarden and introduce the TBR List for the month of September.Channels mentioned in this video: @BookChatWithPat8668 Links to my other videos mentioned in this one: youtu.be/X1_g65q6HaE?si=b326ox_8JNxKlkf6youtu.be/4r7MXoOqMVg?si=rTponAdiuWIVD3pzyoutu.be/pkqGaLPjZ2o?si=J6wGI51YniVqBHyYyoutu.be/EAjWsif3J0YBooks mentioned in this video:Hard Rain Falling by Don CarpenterWidow's Cove by Paul RooneyLoved and Missed by Suzie BoytA Month in the Country by JL CarrA Prayer for Owen Meany by John IrvingEnter Ghost – Isabella HammadNorth Woods – Daniel MasonThe Bee Sting – Paul MurrayThe Rachel Incident – Caroline O’DonoghueTom Lake – Ann PatchettWellness – Nathan Hill
Aerogarden Update - Whats growing? #aerogarden #hydroponics Beyond Books 2024-09-03 | Join me for a brief update on the seeds I planted in my aerogardens 5 days ago. We have broccoli microgreens almost ready to eat, great germination on the petunias and acceptable growth among the lettuce plants. Check it out!Here is a link to the video where I planted these seeds:youtu.be/4r7MXoOqMVg
Banned Book Review: I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings (#15) by Maya Angelou #24BB #bookreview Beyond Books 2024-09-02 | Join me as I review my latest banned book read - "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou. For more info from the American Library Association: ala.org/bbooksALA List of Young Adult Material: ala.org/sites/default/files/yalsa/content/professionaltools/yabookshelf.pdfA link to my banned book review of "Diary of Anne Frank": youtu.be/af2kPD6Yk3UA link to my banned book review of "Looking for Alaska" youtu.be/-3Ww5t18KSIMy banned book playlist ("I'm With The Banned") youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCgglpoqiC_FpYvyOtvg6iANgb5Iztw_0
Canoeing on the Lake Beyond Books 2024-09-01 | Join us for a short paddle around the lake!This is one of our beautiful Virginia Parks! It was a lovely day - perfect for a canoe ride out on the lake. I hope everyone is enjoying their Labor Day Weekend.Sorry Raina is not a part of this video. She is not a boating kind of gal! I will be sure she gets a featured part in my next video (as will she!)Thanks for watching my channel. Don't forget to subscribe - if you haven't already! - give me the thumbs up, like and comment! Although this is mainly a "bookish" channel, I'm always glad to have viewers of all kinds!
Aerogarden Planting While the Co-host Snacks! #aerogarden #hydroponics Beyond Books 2024-08-29 | Join me as I plant three very different "crops" in three aerogardens. Raina is standing by to co-host and snack as needed.See more Aerogarden videos here:youtu.be/cXCcW8j6_zoyoutu.be/Di46tjE1AzUyoutu.be/OVF1AWJbjm0youtu.be/3h9iZzVf5_kPlaylist of Gardening videos:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCgglpoqiC_HkfbgTviWJhdlv4i6EysdNContact me at: beyond.books4242@gmail.com
Diary of Young Girl by Anne Frank - Buddy Read with @Uncommon_Reader #24bb #bookreview #booktube Beyond Books 2024-08-28 | Join me and Raina as we discuss another banned book - this time it is "Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank (AKA The Diary of Anne Frank), #14 of 24 for me in 2024!I read this as a Buddy Read with Daniela @Uncommon_Reader Here is link to her video as well: youtu.be/QoRmakejNeI
August Wrap Up, 2024 Beyond Books 2024-08-26 | Join me as I discuss the books I read in August, 2024. Decafe not allowed!?! I have concerns - let's discuss.To learn more about the the Great Coffee Drama of 2024, check these videos out:youtu.be/fp3oQ-T4NBU?si=L89NojhZ7y5tjYYJyoutu.be/I2FUUA7wreA?si=dmEzYIbdwvZPczTUyoutu.be/PR6WOT8Kjn8?si=c2d63n83sFXk7AzeI also referred to the following videos of mine:youtu.be/u6Rg_XtMXSs?si=yka6jCqDmJnkPbkvyoutu.be/mIkIvWhr7Dw?si=KTPsw0XeWWBOFgmIyoutu.be/RT-_vi7p4KYyoutu.be/Zp5RriHR6T4youtu.be/PAKdMSESkfAAnd the following channel:@MariaClaraeJP@MarilynMayaMendozaThese are the books I talked about:Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. HeinleinDiary of a Young Girl by Anne FrankFirst Lie Wins by Ashley ElstonRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltI Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya AngelouA Spell for Disappearing, a short story by Abby Geni which first appeared in The Body Farmand finally, Devotions by Mary Oliver
Take a Walk with me and Raina as we explore the The Basset Trace Trail in Williamsburg, VA Beyond Books 2024-08-23 | Today Raina and I walked the Basset Trace Trail in Williamsburg. A self-guided nature walk exploring our woodlands, home to a collection of native plants and a birding “hotspot” with over 40 bird species that can be observed seasonally. Open dawn to dusk.See wildflowers in bloom and enjoy the forest on this short (1.4 mi) trail that lies between the two Golden Horseshoe golf courses. Access is from the Griffin Hotel parking lot or the Green Course club.colonialwilliamsburg.org/locations/bassett-trace-nature-trailCORRECTION: I misspoke in the video - this trail terminates (or starts) at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Course - NOT the Williamsburg Country Club.
Book Buds Second Original Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag Beyond Books 2024-08-21 | Join us as we answer the prompts for the Book Buds Second Original Tag.This is The Book Buds' Second Original Tag. They have recently revived this tag. I was tagged by Pat@BookChatWithPat8668 . Here's what they had to say about this tag: The Book Buds Tag! (Original) Our 2nd Original Tag!! So excited! We’re ALL Book Buds here on booktube, so let’s have some fun with our buds and see who has the strength of character to help us out in some unusual circumstances! If you do this tag, please tag @bookbuds2103 so they can check out your answers. Remember: you can answer with people who have already done the tag, even with the original Book Buds creators! Just have fun with it!Questions: 1. You’re stuck on a deserted island and can only bring one booktuber bud, but ALL their books would come with them - who do you want to be stuck with? 2. You accidentally rob a bookstore with a booktuber bud by walking out with 100 books. You spend a year behind bars with them, BUT now you can read and do videos together. Who do you get locked up with? 3. You magically get trapped in a murder mystery you are reading. Another booktuber bud joins you to solve the mystery! – Who do you want to join you? 4. You magically get trapped in a fantasy novel fighting dragons and casting spells. Which booktuber bud do you choose to bring in with you to save the day? 5. You are stuck in the cloud of sadness, hitting a reading funk, and feeling totally uninspired. Which booktuber bud can pick you up with their positivity? 6. Your arms are in cast for two months and a booktuber bud is going to edit all your videos for you. - Who edits them and why? 7. You press a button and instantly have read ALL the books that a booktuber bud has already read. - Which bud would you pick and why? There is no need to tag additional people, because you basically just tagged everyone that you mentioned! Let YOUR Book Buds know you mentioned them and let’s see what they do with this tag! If you are watching this tag video and you would like to do it too, please consider yourself tagged.Channels mentioned:@DezmondZ @TheGrapeJellyLibrary @BookChatWithPat8668 @RaynorReadsStuff @readandre-read @HannahsBooks @MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH @MarilynMayaMendoza @itsmimiduong @KellyLovesBooksandMovies @CriminOllyBlog @Uncommon_Reader @TheBookThing @someothercharacter @Maeve_Ever_Books @PageTurnersWithKatja @M-J @BookBuds @Littlebiglibrary @FacelessBookReviews @bookstalgic @ellenmadebookclub
Book Review - First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston #bookreview #bookrecommendation #spoilers Beyond Books 2024-08-18 | Join me as I review my Book of the Month Choice, "First Lie Wins" by Ashley Elston. You should know that this video contains SLIGHT spoilers. This is a difficult book to talk about without giving a little something away, but it has plenty of action and intrigue! I really don't think that knowing any of these little tidbits will give the story away and it will still contain plenty of surprises.Sorry about Raina not being very visible. She's been "in a mood" all day and I think she is ready to ask for another week off. Stardom seems to have gone to her head, so for now - I will apologize for her and hope her outlook (and work ethic) improves soon!Books mentioned in this video:"First Lie Wins" by Ashley Elston"Remarkably Bright Creatures" Shelby Van PeltCheck out BOTM for yourself, right here:mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7l
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A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman - Q and A Session Beyond Books 2024-08-16 | Join me and Raina the Grouch as we answer "bookish" questions about "A Man Called Ove" by Fredrik Backman.I read this book last month as part of the @ellenmadebookclub and this month I would like to answer some viewer questions as well as my own and Ellen's regarding the story.Here are Ellen's answers to the questions:youtu.be/5BpdXLmg654?si=U0azt2N1IPqmBVppAnd a link to her other Book Club Discussions for July:youtu.be/CMnIlEHFhzw?si=gSooUni8Cmt3OyQNTRIGGER WARNING: This book has themes of suicide. Please research other, more full reviews of this book for further information, if you are sensitive to this issue.
Another Walk in the Park featuring Raina, the Mole-Hunting Wonder Dog! Beyond Books 2024-08-15 | Join me and my furry friend as we take a little walk around Freedom Park in Williamsburg, VA. Freedom Park has a rich historical background dating back to the 1650s. This park is the site of an 18th Century cemetery, the Revolutionary War Battle of Spencer’s Ordinary (1781) and a 17th Century domicile which is revealing much archaeological research of the early colonial period (1680-1730). Freedom Park was also home to one of the nation's earliest Free Black Settlements in America from 1803-1850. Three historically accurate recreated cabins are located in the park, and are furnished with items authentic to the period.This 600-acre forested retreat also features approximately 2 miles of multiuse trails, including a 1-mile ADA accessible paved trail, and more than 20 miles of mountain bike trails winding through historical sites, forests and along creeks and open meadows. The bike trails are designed, built, and maintained by the Eastern Virginia Mountain Bike Association. The Williamsburg Botanical Garden is also located at Freedom Park. Members of the Garden developed and maintain the area which features more than 800 species of native vegetation. The Garden also offers monthly educational programs, and special events throughout the year.
The Phenomenal Woman Book Tag #tagtuesday #tag #thephenomenalwomanbooktag Beyond Books 2024-08-13 | The Phenomenal Woman Book Tag was created by @MarilynMayaMendoza I was tagged by Marilyn too. And also, Pat @BookChatWithPat8668 Marilyn created her first original book tag to complement her first read-a-thon celebrating four years on Booktube and her 74th birthday in August. Prompts: 1.Who is your favorite phenomenal woman author? 2. What book features your favorite phenomenal woman character? 3. If you were creating a book prize, which book by a phenomenal woman author would you choose? 4. Tag some phenomenal women booktubers.I tag:@SarahsNightstand @Uncommon_Reader @BooksAndJams @itsmimiduong @insearchofwonder
Buffalo TOFU? Its whats for dinner! Beyond Books 2024-08-11 | Join me as I cook up a delectable batch of Buffalo Tofu! It's an uncommon American treat, but very nutritious - full of protein and very little fat!Here's the basic recipe, but really - I made this up, so it's pretty fluid and I would love to hear about suggestions you may have -1 block of firm Tofu (usually 12 oz) - drained well.1/4 cup Olive Oil1/4 cup lime juice (or the juice of 1-2 fresh limes)1 TBSP honey (or agave)3 -4 cloves of garlic, minced (I used more, but I'm a Gar-li-holic) Sprinkle of salt and pepperYour favorite Hot Wing or Buffalo Sauce (my choice is Frank's Red Hot Wing Sauce)Cut tofu in small cubes. Each cube should be about 2 bites size. Whisk together oil, lime juice, honey, minced garlic and salt and pepper. Toss in Tofu pieces and toss bowl until they are well-coated. Put in fridge to marinate for 1 -2 hours. Preheat oven to 400. Add sauce to tofu mixture to desired amount. Spread pieces out on cookie sheet covered with parchment and be sure to cover will all your delicious sauce. Bake for about 30 minutes, then remove from oven and turn tofu. Return to oven for about another 20 minutes or until somewhat crispy. Enjoy with a little additional Buffalo Sauce, fresh lime spritz, sour cream, etc.....These bits make a fun and surprising taco or burrito filling with lettuce, tomato, onions, etc..Stay healthy!Here's a link to a good article about the benefits of eating tofu. Nutritional information is sooooo confusing these days, but Cleveland Clinic is a source I would trust:health.clevelandclinic.org/tofu-benefits
August 2024, BOTM Unboxing - what did I choose? #botm #bookofthemonth Beyond Books 2024-08-09 | Join me and Raina as we unbox our "treat" for this month from the Book of the Month Club. If you are interested in Book of the Month, all the details can be found by using this handy link!mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7lHere is a link to Suncoast Animal Leagues' website:suncoastanimalleague.orgThis is the service that rescued Raina from Puerto Rico. Raina was at the Humane Society in San Juan for about 6 months. No one was interested in adopting Raina because she had heartworm and treatment is very expensive. Suncoast brought Raina to the CONUS and paid for her treatments! As you can see, Raina is a healthy, confident and happy dog now! All she needed was a chance and Suncoast provided that for her! If the feeling strikes, please consider making a donation to this wonderful organization! Anyone who lives in Pinellas County, FL will tell you, "Suncoast Animal Rescue is the Best of the Bay!"
Take a Walk with Me and Raina Beyond Books 2024-08-07 | Take a walk with me and Raina down the cozy brick streets of William and Mary College in Williamsburg, VA. Sorry for the sound change while I'm out walking - I have a new microphone that I love now I'm more used to it, but I didn't have it out with me. I'll have to start remembering to bring it along. Anyway, enjoy!
The Winning Title Tag - Match a Title to the Prompt #tagtuesday #booktubetag #booktube Beyond Books 2024-08-06 | Join me and my beloved co-host, Raina as we discuss our title choices for the Winning Title Tag.This is a tag by @HeatherReads I was tagged by Gina@TheLibraryMouseGina and Pat @BookChatWithPat8668 And the prompts are:1. A Funny Title? 2. A Shocking Title? 3. A Title that sounded like a line of poetry? 4. A Title Which Made Me ask Question? 5. A Heartwarming or Homely (or maybe Homey?) Title? 6. A Title with an Unusual Combination of Words? 7. A Fantastic or Magical Title? 8. A Title Which is a Contradiction or describes the Impossible? 9. Tag others:Here's a link to my review of "Interesting Facts About Space" by Emily Austen:youtu.be/h77i6tGF-AIOther books I talked about, but never read:"Leonard and Hungry Paul" by Ronin HessionNurse and Spy in the Union Army" Sarah Edmunds"The Dog Next Door""The Light Between Oceans""Mother, Daughter, Traitor, Spy""Spelled""Way of the Peaceful Warrior"Raina recommends "Nudges: On the Go" - delicious little snacks that smell wonderful and come in their own treat jar!
July, 2024 Wrap Up #bookrecommendations #bookrecs Beyond Books 2024-08-01 | Join me and my floppy-eared co-host as we discuss what we read in July.Books mentioned in this video:"Razorblade Tears" by SA Cosby"The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder" by David Grann (no longer in the running for the Booktube Prize - made it to the Semi-finals, but not the final round)"House of Glass" by Sarah Pekkanen"A Man Called Ove" by Fredrick Backman"Dog Songs" by Mary Oliver"Devotions" Mary Oliver"A Prayer for Owen Meany" by John Irving"Moby Dick" by Herman Melville"Unbroken"Laura Hillenbrand "Life of Pi" by Yann MartelVideos referenced in this video:Review of Razorblade Tears: youtu.be/9aAIr_SlytMReview of "House of Glass": youtu.be/FXvMnqBqoE4Channels mentioned in this video:ellenmadebookclub
The Reader Profile Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag Beyond Books 2024-07-30 | Join me and my brave co-host as we answer the prompts for the Reader's Profile Tag. Happy Tag Tuesday! ENJOY!The Reader's Profile Tag was created by Hilary at Book Bustle @HilaryBGreen I was tagged by Ellen @ellenmadebookclub I also mentioned this channel: @BookChatWithPat8668 THE READER'S PROFILE TAG 1. What for you makes a good book?2. What are you currently reading?3. What's the last book you didn't finish and why?4. What obscure book do you wish other people would read?5. What's the longest book you've ever read?6. If you could have a dinner party with five fictional characters, who would they be?7. Five books you'd want if stranded on a desert island.8. One book you could not put down. 9. Five books or authors you will never read. 10. If you were to write a book, what would it be about?Books mentioned in this video:A Prayer for Owen Meany by John IrvingA Man Called Ove by Fredrick BackmanDevotions: Poetry of Mary OliverCamino Series by John GrishamTao Te ChingGray's AnatomyKay Scarpetta Series by Patricia Cornwell
Review: BOTM. July 2024: House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen Beyond Books 2024-07-27 | Join me and my hungry co-host, Raina as we discuss the Book of the Month for July, 2024. This book comes out on August 6th, 2024. It is a thriller!Link to review of Razorblade Tears: youtu.be/9aAIr_SlytMLink to review of A Raisin in the Sun (banned book): youtu.be/DkoP421UHoILink to review of Beloved (banned book): youtu.be/0Vif6XQS7lQ
Review - Beloved by Toni Morrison #24bb #spoilerfreereview #spoilerfree Beyond Books 2024-07-25 | Join me and my attentive co-host, Raina as we discuss Beloved by Toni Morrison and it's status as a banned book. This discussion and review is spoiler-free.American Library Association Link: ala.org/bbooksLink to Spark Notes for Beloved: sparknotes.com/lit/belovedAnother good resource: https://bannedbooks.library.cmu.edu/beloved-by-toni-morrison/Handy links to my other videos featuring banned books: youtu.be/xUoWU5eOuyAMy Banned Book Playlist entitled, "I'm With The Banned": youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCgglpoqiC_FpYvyOtvg6iANgb5Iztw_0
The Honest Booktuber Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag Beyond Books 2024-07-23 | Join me as I take on the Honest Booktuber Tag! I was tagged by Pat @BookChatWithPat8668 The original tag was created by @HarrietRosie13 Prompts: 1. Have you ever lied about reading a book? 2. Have you ever avoided a book because of controversy around the content/author/ 3. Have you ever been sent a book for free and not disclosed it? 4. Have you ever bought a book with no intention of reading it? 5. Have you ever got caught up in Booktube drama? 6. Have you ever had a hate comment and did you respond? 7. Have you ever made a video just because you knew it would get views? 8. If you could go back to the beginning of your channel, would you do anything differently? 9. Are there any channels you wish you could be more like? 10. What's something you love about your channel? 11. Tag some people.
Banned Book Discussion: A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry #24bb Beyond Books 2024-07-20 | Join me and the ever-faithful, Raina as we discuss "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry. This is a 1959 play that was also made into a movie in 1961. "A Raisin in the Sun" is often taught in high schools. So why is it banned and where? Let's get to it!Check out @BookChatWithPat8668 (highly recommended!)00:00 Introduction00:53 Housekeeping and Shout Outs03:40 Synopsis of Story09:34 Why is it Banned13:15 Opinion and Closing15:20 One More ThingFor further info:enotes.com/topics/raisin-in-the-sun/questions/why-was-a-raisin-in-the-sun-banned-2539406interactive.wttw.com/dusable-to-obama/the-great-migrationchipublib.org/background-and-criticism-of-a-raisin-in-the-sunContact me: beyond.books4242@gmail.comI will begin working soon on a series called, "The Master Files: Beyond Breast Cancer". The series will consist of several short videos on such topics as "What to Know About Your Breast Cancer", "What About Nutrition?" "How to Prepare for Breast Cancer Surgery", "Who Will Be On My Treatment Team?", "What Can I Expect Post-Operatively?" "What to Buy as a Gift for Someone with Breast Cancer" and much more. I hope you never have to refer to any of these videos - for yourself or a loved one - but if you do, they are here for you!
Mole and Book Hunting in the Park! #books #tagalong #lfl Beyond Books 2024-07-18 | Join me and the increasingly popular Raina as we track down moles and books! Welcome to Beyond Books where I usually discuss books from Book of the Month Club and beyond. My videos include unboxings, reviews, TBR lists and anything else "book-related" or "beyond". Today we are beyond - in the great outdoors hunting for bad moles and good books. Please consider subscribing and remember the most important story is your own - craft it well and always go beyond.Contact me at: beyond.books4242@gmail.com
My 5 Rules for Booktube Tag #tagtuesday #booktubetag Beyond Books 2024-07-16 | Join me and my lovely co-host as we discuss our 5 Rules for Booktube! I was tagged by @library_mouse - I'm not sure who actually started this tag. If you know, please comment below, so I can give the appropriate shout out!Thanks for your interest in this video and if you haven't done this tag, then GO FOR IT! There are no prompts - just think about your own channel rules. Actually, a nice little bonus would be to talk about how often you think you've broken your rules! Ah, well....maybe next time!
BOTM Unboxing for July, 2024 What did I choose? Beyond Books 2024-07-12 | Join me and my starry-eyed co-host, Raina as we unbox and reveal my BOTM choice for July, 2024.If you want to learn more, here's a handy link: mybotm.com/e5o8xneju7l(Just tell them Reney and Raina sent you!)Here is a link to a fun video where I talk about how Raina came into our lives:youtu.be/2udLQ2vmMAo?si=PFLUxTK7YkNxGeoP
Tag Team Review: Razorblade Tears by SA Cosby #bookreview #bookrecommendations Beyond Books 2024-07-11 | Join me and Donna as we discuss and review a book we both recently enjoyed: Razorblade Tears by SA Cosby.
