September 25, 2022

the natures which enjoy most keenly...

A quote saying that the natures which enjoy most keenly are those which also suffer most sharply by L.M. Montgomery in Anne of the Island.

"the natures which enjoy most keenly are those which also suffer most sharply..."
-L.M. Montgomery
Anne of the Island

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Created September 25, 2022. Last updated April 19, 2024.
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August 31, 2022

Anne of Green Gables Literary Tote Bag

Anne of Green Gables Literary Tote Bag

I found this pretty Anne of Green Gables tote bag today by the brand Universal Zone at Amazon. I love the simple drawing of Anne. They sell literary tote bags with several other bookish designs too, including ones for Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and Little Women by Louisa May Alcott.

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July 21, 2022

Two Terrible Years

A quote on two terrible years of war by L.M. Montgomery in Rilla of Ingleside.

"They have been two terrible years—and yet I have a queer feeling of thankfulness for them—as if they had brought me something very precious, with all their pain. I wouldn't want to go back and be the girl I was two years ago, not even if I could."
-L.M. Montgomery
Rilla of Ingleside

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Created July 21, 2022. Last updated April 19, 2024.
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July 12, 2022

Around the Hearth: Tales of Home and Family

Around the Hearth: Tales of Home and Family by L.M. Montgomery, edited by Joanne Lebold, and originally selected by Rea Wilmshurst

Around the Hearth: Tales of Home and Family is a collection of short stories by L.M. Montgomery that was edited by Joanne Lebold and originally selected by Rea Wilmshurst. The book was published in June 2022 by Nimbus Publishing. The collection includes 17 of L.M. Montgomery's short stories that were published in periodicals between 1895 and 1935.


Here is the description of the book from Nimbus Publishing:

A heartwarming collection of 17 rare short stories by famed Anne of Green Gables author.

Although best known for creating the spirited Anne Shirley, L. M. Montgomery had a thriving writing career that included hundreds of short stories and poems. Around the Hearth is a continuation of the Montgomery short story collections edited by Rea Wilmshurst in the late 1980s and the early 1990s, including stories such as "A Baking of Gingersnaps" (1895) ― the first story Montgomery published. As with Anne, who found a warm and welcoming home and family at Green Gables, these stories focus on homes and families, and the happiness and love people receive from them.

Over many years of careful research and meticulous compiling of resources, Joanne Lebold has curated a collection of short fiction that showcases all the warmth and charisma Montgomery's fans have come to cherish, and offers a rare glimpse into some of the beloved author's lesser-known works. Includes seventeen short stories originally published between 1895 and 1935.

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Book cover of Around the Hearth: Tales of Home and Family.

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June 19, 2022

Puffin in Bloom Book Collection Box Set

Puffin in Bloom classic book collection featuring Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett, and Heidi by Johanna Spyri with artwork by Anna Bond

Here's a lovely box set of classic books by Puffin Books that includes L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables. It's part of their Puffin in Bloom series. The collection includes four cherished stories: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett, and Heidi by Johanna Spyri. All four books are among my favorites.

Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. painted the cover illustrations for all four hardcover books as well as the keepsake box. See the illustration of Anne Shirley on the book cover of Anne of Green Gables below:

Puffin in Bloom edition of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery  with artwork by Anna Bond


These books would be a treasured gift for any child (or adult) who loves stories about smart, strong girls and young women.

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June 15, 2022

I love a storm...

A quote on loving storms by L.M. Montgomery in Emily Climbs.

"I love a storm like this at night when I don't have to go out in it..."
-L.M. Montgomery
Emily Climbs

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June 14, 2022

Out of Print Anne of Green Gables Sweatshirt and T-Shirt

Out of Print Anne of Green Gables Sweatshirt with Illustration by Anna Bond for Puffin Books

I came across this pretty and cozy Anne of Green Gables fleece sweatshirt today. It’s by Out of Print, a company that sells wonderful book-themed products based on literary classics. Out of Print’s mission is to spread the joy of reading, and each purchase helps to fund literacy programs and book donations to communities in need.

The cover artwork illustration of Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery is by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. Anna Bond painted Anne Shirley for Puffin Books for their Puffin in Bloom book collection.

There’s also a dolman t-shirt with the same Anne of Green Gables print:

Out of Print Anne of Green Gables Dolman T-Shirt with Illustration by Anna Bond for Puffin Books


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June 12, 2022

L.M. Montgomery by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (Little People, BIG DREAMS Book 22)

Little People, BIG DREAMS Book on L.M. Montgomery, written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Anuska Allepuz

Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling children’s book series that highlights the lives of outstanding people, including writers, singers, scientists, artists, designers, and adventurers. Each biography tells the story of how the person started out as a child with a big dream.

The 22nd book in the biography series is titled L.M. Montgomery. The story of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s life was written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. Anuska Allepuz illustrated the story. This 32-page hardback book was first published on October 4, 2018.

Here is a peak into the book:

Excerpt from Little People, BIG DREAMS Book on L.M. Montgomery, written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Anuska Allepuz

The publisher’s description states:

Meet Lucy Maud Montgomery, the famous Canadian author of Anne of Green Gables.

Born in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island, Lucy Maud Montgomery lost her mother when she was very young. Left in the care of less-than-encouraging grandparents, she found comfort in reading, writing, and her imagination. When Maud grew up, she wrote about the childhood she wished she had, creating one of the best-loved characters of all time: Anne of Green Gables. This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the author's life.


At the Little People, BIG DREAMS website, you can download a fun activity page and print out bookmarks featuring L.M. Montgomery and other famous authors, including Jane Austen, Maya Angelou, Simone de Beauvoir Anne Frank, and Agatha Christie.

The whole series looks wonderful for children to teach them about remarkable people and inspire them to "Be Bold Be Brave and DREAM BIG."

Purchase the Little People, BIG DREAMS book on L.M. Montgomery and a matching game featuring Montgomery and other outstanding women:

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