I saw this tag over on Pages of Milk and Honey, and you just know I had to do this one myself, being a Jane and all.
The Lady Janes Book Tag was created by Rebecca over at Bookishly Rebecca & Ellyn of Allonsythornraxx so be sure to pop on over to their blogs and take a look around.
RULES:
- Thank the person who nominated you.
- Answer all the questions down below.
- Pingback to the creators Rebecca & Ellyn.
- Nominate 5+ bloggers to do this tag.
Jane Lynch
A favorite book featuring a character on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum
George – Alex Gino
I don’t know that I can necessarily pick a favourite, but George by Alex Gino was the first book I read featuring a transgendered character, and it was an incredibly moving experience.
Lady Jane Grey
A short book that packed a punch
The Giving Tree – Shel Silverstein
Love it or hate it, this picture book has been dividing readers for decades, with some hailing it as a moving depiction of selfless love and the joy of giving, and others decrying it as sexist and glorifying an abusive relationship. All that in just a few pages!
Jane Austen
Favorite heroine in a classic book
Pippi Longstocking – Astrid Lindgren
Strong and fiercely independent, Pippi always des things her own way, and fiddlesticks to anyone who tries to get in her way! Pippi Longstocking has been delighting children (and sometimes bothering conservative grownups) since her debut in 1945.
Jane Eyre
Your favorite retelling
This Dark Endeavour – Kenneth Oppel
This retelling of the story of Victor Frankenstein looks at Frankenstein’s youth, and the family tragedy that inspires him to pursue science to its darkest conclusions. It’s the first book in a gripping, fast-paced, action-packed duology that will keep readers on the edge of their seats, and even slips in a bit of romance in between all the twists and turns.
Calamity Jane
Your most anticipated release
Ummm….here’s the thing, I don’t actually keep up to date with new releases, so I can’t really name any upcoming releases that I’m highly anticipating! Oh what a terrible librarian I am…
Jane Fonda
A character who upholds feminist ideals
Princess Elizabeth, the protagonist from Robert Munsch’s classic The Paper Bag Princess, is absolutely one of the most inspiring feminist children’s book characters. When someone needs rescuing, Elizabeth uses her quick wits to get the job done, and when that no good prince she rescues insults her appearance, she calls him a bum and throws him to the curb. This princess doesn’t have time for men who don’t appreciate her worth! Absolutely fantastic, and one of my childhood favourites.
Jane Krakowski
An underrated book you wish more people would read
The Hero and the Crown – Robin McKinley
This book is fantastic. FANTASTIC! I can’t believe I wasn’t introduced to Robin McKinley and her Damar books until I was an adult, because I would’ve absolutely adored both books when I was growing up. High fantasy, amazing world building, and strong but complex female characters – yes, please! My personal favourite is this one, The Hero and the Crown, it has stuck with me for years after I first read it. So, so good.
The Lady Janies
Two or more authors you wish would write a book together
Two of my favourite authors did write a book together – Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett! To be entirely honest, I do love Terry Pratchett more than Neil Gaiman, but both are brilliant, brilliant authors (Terry, you are deeply missed), and together they wrote a brilliant book.