I admit that I am spending far too much time reading the news these days. I haven’t figured out if it’s better to keep up all day or waiting to then get a huge shock with all that’s happened later in the day. Regardless, I am spending lots of time on social media where I have found many great independent reporters.
But I have also discovered a new account that I am in love with. Tocarra Elise (@tocarraelise) is a writer, comedian and “Certified Kid Lit Enthusiast”. I am not sure how I happened upon her but I am so glad I did. Her reels are a great break from the miserable news I read all day. A little break of sunshine and joy.
Tocarra reviews books with a uniqueness I have not seen anywhere else. Her reviews are brilliant and fun and truly capture the essence of each book. Even though I know so many of the books she reviews, I love her take on them. And I am in love with her presentation style. I am so happy every time I see a new book review in my feed. (One of my favorite reviews is Chrysanthemum but there are so many I love!)
Her reviews are happy to watch but they’d also be great mentors for our students.
Find her on Instagram and enjoy!
A(nother) Year of Reading 
I’m not on Instagram but she sounds like a welcome breath of fresh air on the scene. Your post has certainly made me curious, so I’ll look her up and see if she also has a YT presence. Thanks for the spot of good news.
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“I admit that I am spending far too much time reading the news these days.”
Guilty.
Another middle-aged book reviewer I like to follow: Wonder World Book Cafe. ☕️🌎📚
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a “review” is a great slice! Thanks for passing along some positive
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I’m so excited! I follow her too and you know what? Staying out of the news is good for my soul!
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I always appreciate a good distraction from the doom scrolling—I need to check her out! Thank you for reminding us there are as many good people out there making the world a better place as there are bad.
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It’s not doomscrolling if it’s about books! I haven’t heard of this account, but I’m on it.
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