Jack & Louisa

I'm a big fan of children's books. I always have been.  Of course I loved them when I was little.  Once a reader, always a reader.  But I still have a soft spot for them - the ones I read when I younger, and brand new ones.  Don't get me wrong, I really do appreciate all the good grown up books as well, but the kids books seem to have the best messages. There are so many children's book authors out there that just get it.  They can write a great story, with beautiful pictures, and spread an awesome message - whether it be a message of creativity, acceptance, or just to have a little fun now and then.

Lately, I've been reading a lot more of them - stemming from the fact that I went to a lot of used book sales and bought quite a few and realizing that there are some major classics (like James and the Giant Peach) I've never read. So add to this my love of theatre, and out pops "Jack & Louisa" - a set of books by some Broadway peeps about 12 year old Musical Theatre Nerds.  And I'm loving them!

Both books are just a fabulous mix of fun, theatre and an awesome message to be yourself. Oh and the book is adorable too - great cover art and each chapter is told from either Jack or Louisa's point of view.  It's a great story of any little theatre lovers out there, or just theatre nerd parents who want to share the love with their kids.  I'm hoping in a few years, I'll have a mini-theatre lover and I just can't wait to share the story with them!