Book Tag Thursday: Barbie Book Tag
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Today’s Topic: Barbie Book Tag
Found At: Bookneeders
Barbie: A book you always recommend
Skull-Faced Bookseller Honda-san is a manga series that is heartwarming, humorous and showcases the heart of a bibliophile. Honda-san is a delightful character and I like that he never mocks his customers for their sometimes-unusual requests. I enjoyed how the anime takes the time to explain the world of Japanese publishing and what it’s like behind the scenes of a bookstore that sells manga. Most of all it celebrates the joy of reading!
Mermaid Barbie: A fantasy book that you can’t forget about
The Conductors! I really enjoyed the fantasy elements and the fact that the magic system is tied into constellations made it unique from other historical fiction murder mystery novels I had read before. Hetty and Benji make solid lead characters. I liked seeing their development as well as their lives in the present and in the past and seeing how they work as conductors. They are so revered by others, but they constantly struggle with those that they couldn’t help saving.
Lawyer Barbie: A book that you defend no matter what
Comeback is a formulaic K-Pop-themed novel that was a guilty pleasure to read but I feel it’s well worth the read and I think more people should check it out! I think this is a novel that will not only appeal to K-Pop fans but people who enjoy music-themed Romance novels. It’s lighthearted for the most part but also deals with multiple discussions around grief, losing a loved one, identity, and societal pressures.
Doctor Barbie: A book in which you though it might need a doctor
Reading The Woods Were Always Watching was like watching a horror film that takes place in the woods. The book was very formulaic and there was nothing about it that made it stand out among other horror stories of the same nature. I think there are some aspects of this book that could have been done differently on the horror scale of things.
Traveling Barbie: A book that you would like to visit
The Little Paris Bookshop is not only about a man trying to heal after losing his love but the work he does as a literary apothecary. The book sends messages to its readers about the importance and power of having books in one’s life. Perdu constantly talks about how books are healing, provide an escape from everyday life, fuels imagination, take you on thousands of journeys, and much more. You had me at scenic Paris landscapes and a boat bookshop!
Fashion Barbie: A book with a beautiful cover
Partly Cloudy. It’s the story of Madalyn who moves to a new school and is anxious to meet new people. She misses her best friend, must move in with Papa Lobo (her Great Uncle) while her parents work, and learns to adjust to her new surroundings. I think this novel truly embodies the feelings of being the new kid at school and how terrifying that experience can be. Madalyn is full of these conflicting emotions and she’s not sure how to feel.
Astronaut Barbie: A book with a plot twist that took you to other world
I thought the social commentary on society, hierarchies, and our ecosystem to be interesting in relatable to a lot of the conversations that we’re having in today’s world in The Ones We’re Meant To Find. I enjoyed the use of technology and especially how it goes into discussing AIs and bots. The direction it went completely caught me off guard. I love a good plot twist!
Librarian Barbie: first book you read because you wanted to for fun
A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking. This novel reads equally like YA Fantasy fiction and a cozy mystery. It’s action-packed, filled with fun fantasy elements, lots of tongue-in-cheek humor, and characters that you can root for. The novel is immersive and allows the reader to get immersed in the story. It’s a world full of wizards of varying skills, a historical setting, and all the coziness a fresh baked good brings.
Engineer Barbie: A book with a scientific main character
Drawing Outside The Lines is a historical fiction novel about the reimagined childhood of Julia Morgan. Julia is an American architect and engineer who designed more than 700 buildings in California during a long and prolific career. Austin does a fantastic job of educating readers of all ages while showcasing a career in the STEM field. Her contributions and passion for learning about building structures and trying to figure out how things work make her an interesting character.
Disabled Babrie: A book with a disabled character
The manga series Run on Your New Legs The story follows Kikuzato who becomes integrated in the world of sports after his leg injury. He finds a newfound passion for running after meeting a prosthetist who gives him a new outlook on life. This series is inspiring and offers representation for people with disabilities. I found myself easily getting immersed in the story and Kikuzato’s journey along with other characters. While not everyone reads sports manga, I think this series will appeal to a wider audience due to the human nature focus of the plot.
Plus Size Barbie: A book with plus size representation
In Savvy Sheldon Feels Good As Hell, Savvy is a hard worker who loves to cook, renovate her grandparents’ house, and try to juggle a healthy work-life balance. When she gets a devastating blow from her boyfriend, it shakes Savvy up. This story also sends an important message about self-care and putting yourself first. You’re no good to anyone if you’re running ragged. Though Spencer and Savvy fall for each other instantly she eases into a new relationship slowly.
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