# award winner (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 11 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover award winner. Page: Feed: --- ## [Jellycat’s New Halloween Plushies Put an Adorable Twist on Spooky Season](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/a73467021/jellycat-halloween-collection-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Hurry, some of my favorites have already sold out! ## [35 Best Toy Advent Calendars for Kids Who Just Can’t Wait](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g73496083/best-toy-advent-calendars/) _2026-08-21 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Because everyone deserves a little treat each day. ## [NeeDoh’s Advent Calendar Already Sold Out—But This Limited-Edition Gumdrop Is Still in Stock](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/a73485022/needoh-gumdrop-amazon/) _2026-08-21 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ The squishy advent calendar already sold out. ## [Librarian picks of WORD Christchurch Festival 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-librarian-picks/) _2026-08-21 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Our librarians are getting ready to WORD. Here are some of the hottest of hot tips for WORD Christchurch Festival is on from 1 to 6 September. ## [Reading Rave Rocks at Tūranga](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-reading-rave/) _2026-08-21 · rachelccl · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Rachel reports back from the Reading Rave, a WORD Christchurch event at Tūranga held in Aotearoa New Zealand Children's Book Week. ## [Hong’s Picks for WORD Christchurch Festival 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-hongs-picks/) _2026-08-21 · hongwangccl · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Hong's picks of the WORD Christchurch Festival programme include sessions with Charlotte Grimshaw, Richard Shaw, pip adam and Tim Corballis. ## [National Poetry Day 2026: Friday 28 August](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/national-poetry-day-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Donna R · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ An assemblage of poetry stuff for National Poetry Day. WORD events, fave NZ poems, and poems with titles that make you go Hmmmmm. ## [How Will I Ever Get Through This? Dr Lucy Hone at WORD Christchurch Festival 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-jessie/) _2026-08-20 · ccljessiek · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Jessie is looking forward to hearing Dr Lucy Hone speak on resilience in the face of hardship at WORD Christchurch 2026. ## [30 Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Old Boys Who Are Tough to Impress](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g29537582/best-toys-gifts-for-11-year-old-boys/) _2026-08-20 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Our tween testers approved of these LEGOs, books, tech, and toys. ## [Looking forward to looking backwards: WORD Christchurch 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-ky/) _2026-08-19 · kyccl · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Ky picks WORD events with a historical focus - Letters out loud, Pātahi, Tāme Iti, Pax Assadi, and Curious Artefacts of Ōtautahi. ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WFiST1eUbUAa) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [Sherry Cola Redefines What It Means To Be Limitless | Renegades](https://goldhouse.substack.com/p/sherry-cola-redefines-what-it-means) _2026-08-19 · Gold House · RENEGADES by Gold House_ The actor and comedian reflects on how her roots have defined her roles to this day ## [6 Pretty Mahjong Sets, for Beginners and Beyond](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/money/g73465946/best-mahjong-set/) _2026-08-18 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Beautiful tiles for every budget and skill level. ## [40 Best Toys for 2-Year-Olds Who Are Getting So Big](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g5150/best-toys-for-two-year-olds/) _2026-08-18 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Approved by toy experts, tested by real toddlers (and their parents). ## [The Finest Hotel in Kabul by Lyse Doucet](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/the-finest-hotel-in-kabul-by-lyse-doucet/) _2026-08-18 · troyccl · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Troy reviews the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2026 winner, The Finest Hotel in Kabul by Lyse Doucet ## [Into the Fire](https://www.compassbookratings.com/into-the-fire/) _2026-08-18 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Irene Hannon’s Undaunted Courage series starts off with Into the Fire. In many ways, this is a classic “tough woman thinks she can do it on her own had to admit she might need some help” type story. In other ways, it is focused on the mysterious deaths that are seemingly coincidences or just accidents. \[…\] The post Into the Fire appeared first on Compass Book Ratings . ## [A Chance for Kallie Mae](https://www.compassbookratings.com/a-chance-for-kallie-mae/) _2026-08-18 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ A Chance for Kallie Mae by Ann H. Gabhart is a piece of historical fiction focusing on the people of eastern Kentucky. The story follows Kallie Mae, a young adult who has shouldered many burdens in her life. The author covers a great many topics including resentment, bitterness, grief, forgiveness, and cultural proprieties. One’s heart \[…\] The post A Chance for Kallie Mae appeared first on Compass… ## [The Silver Chair](https://www.compassbookratings.com/the-silver-chair/) _2026-08-18 · Calinda · Compass Book Ratings_ (Note: This book is an immediate sequel to The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and while it can stand on its own as a complete story, it will be enjoyed more richly if the reader is familiar with characters from the previous three books in the series.) In The Silver Chair, C. S. Lewis transports \[…\] The post The Silver Chair appeared first on Compass Book Ratings . ## [Shortbread in the Highlands](https://www.compassbookratings.com/shortbread-in-the-highlands/) _2026-08-18 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Suitcase Sisters number three, Shortbread in the Highlands, is enjoyable and reads like a fictionalized travel blog. The author, Robin Jones Gunn, has set this expectation with her previous books and this one follows the pattern. Two women end up on an adventure in Scotland and have wonderful experiences. They try lots of local and \[…\] The post Shortbread in the Highlands appeared first on Compass… ## [Podcast – Language learning in Aotearoa](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/podcast-language-learning-in-aotearoa/) _2026-08-17 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Discussion about the benefits of language learning and the importance of making language learning a compulsory part of the Curriculum. [Listen](https://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Society/Human-Rights/Speak-up-Korerotia/2026-04-20-language-learning.mp3) ## [Podcast – Voices in opposition to the Legislation (Definitions Woman and Man) Amendment Bill](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/podcast-voices-in-opposition-to-the-legislation-definitions-woman-and-man-amendment-bill/) _2026-08-17 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ A special show of 20 contributions submitted by individuals speaking about the Legislation (Definitions Woman and Man) Amendment Bill. [Listen](http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Society/Human-Rights/2026-06-17-definitions-bill.mp3) ## [Generate Viral Hot Takes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gqD1k57xlfpi) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Get platform-optimized hot takes and rebuttals to spark debate and engagement ## [The Long Fuse: MTU Student Research Sparks Award-winning Community Service](https://www.mtu.edu/news/2026/08/the-long-fuse-mtu-student-research-sparks-awardwinning-community-service.html) _2026-08-17 · Cyndi Perkins · Michigan Tech News and Stories_ Michigan Tech's EmpowerUP program is only five years old but has involved nearly 700 Huskies in community-engaged research. This year, the program received national recognition for its civic engagement and community service. ## [The Food Farm comes to the City!: WORD Christchurch 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-food-farm/) _2026-08-17 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Recently awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand chef Alex Davies of Gatherings teams up with his long-time friends, organic food growers and sustainable-living advocates Angela Clifford and Nick Gill, authors of The Food Farm: A Life Growing and Eating Our Own Food ## [Add Aurora award winner](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/aurora.html) _2026-08-16 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Add the winner of the 2026 Aurora Award winner for best novel (The Downloaded 2: Ghosts in the Machine by Robert J. Sawyer). ## [Add Arthur C. Clarke award winner](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/clarke.html) _2026-08-16 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Add the winner of the 2026 Arthur C. Clarke award (When There Are Wolves Again, by E.J. Swift). ## [Add World Fantasy Award nominees](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/awards/world-fantasy.html) _2026-08-16 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Add the nominees for the World Fantasy Award for best novel. ## [35 Best Toys and Gifts for 6-Year-Old Girls Who Love to Get Creative](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g29386021/best-toys-gifts-for-6-year-old-girls/) _2026-08-14 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ Kids are flipping for these STEM sets, DIY kits, and games! ## [35 Best Toys and Gifts for 5-Year-Old Girls, According to Real Kids](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g28133058/best-gifts-for-5-year-old-girls/) _2026-08-14 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ They're getting bigger—and the toys are even better! ## [Bodies, Sounds, and Scary Feelings: How to watch a horror film with Dr Erin Harrington](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/how-to-watch-a-horror-film/) _2026-08-14 · Donna R · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Dr Erin Harrington guides a Tūranga crowd in how to watch a horror film - exploring body genre, recreational fear, and all the scary feels. ## [These Award-Winning Diapers Impressed Both Our Lab Experts and Parents](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/a73368105/pampers-amore-review/) _2026-08-13 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ These diapers aced our tests and earned a permanent spot in my diaper bag. ## [The Light of Stars](https://www.compassbookratings.com/the-light-of-stars/) _2026-08-13 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ The Light of Stars by Jenelle Hovde is a standalone novel taking place in the early 1800s. According to the author’s website, this book is based on a true story. This takes the intrigue of the story up a few notches. Varying moments of frustration and exasperation happen when the characters behave naively. The characters \[…\] The post The Light of Stars appeared first on Compass Book Ratings . ## [Earn crypto for idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/pCtIC9nTPvcG) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI, host Qwen/Llama/Mistral, and earn BTC, ETH, SOL, or USDC ## [Tuakiri Treasures](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/tuakiri-treasures/) _2026-08-13 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Librarians on Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2, Tūranga share some books that caught their eye. Pop in and have a look at some hidden treasures of Tuakiri! ## [21 Dinosaur Toys That’ll Be a Roaring Hit With Kids](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/g73194319/best-dinosaur-toys-games/) _2026-08-12 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ From toddlers who love T-Rexes to Brachiosaurus-adoring big kids, these dino toys make great gifts. ## [13 Weirdest Toys Our Editors Have Seen](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/a73334153/weirdest-toys-for-kids/) _2026-08-12 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ For whatever reason, kids love ‘em. ## [How Riz Ahmed Reels You in With BAIT | Renegades](https://goldhouse.substack.com/p/how-riz-ahmed-reels-you-in-with-bait) _2026-08-12 · Gold House · RENEGADES by Gold House_ The Emmy award winner looks back on developing his 2026 Emmy-nominated Prime Video series ## [Moments you’d rather forget: Looking forward to Pax Assadi at WORD Christchurch](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-pax-assadi/) _2026-08-12 · kyccl · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Ky has read Pax Assadi's memoir, Mortified, and is very much looking forward to his WORD Christchurch session with pip adam. ## [A Lady’s Guide to Love and Pirates](https://www.compassbookratings.com/a-ladys-guide-to-love-and-pirates/) _2026-08-12 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ A Lady’s Guide to Love and Pirates by Jennifer Moore is everything its beautiful cover promises and more. The story is a delightful tale combining all of the greatest elements of adventure and life at sea with the tender and compassionate side of a pirate’s life. The book was intriguing from the first moment until \[…\] The post A Lady’s Guide to Love and Pirates appeared first on Compass Book… ## [Popular Squishy Toys Can Cause Serious Burns, CPSC Warns](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/toy-reviews/a73403164/squishy-toy-burn-warning-safety-alert/) _2026-08-11 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ They can get dangerously hot if you leave them in the car. ## [Two veteran investigators offer the real deal on crime scene investigations: WORD Christchurch 2026](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/word-2026-forensics/) _2026-08-11 · cclpaulie · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Paul is looking forward to Ruben Miller and Thomas Coyle talk about their careers as forensic investigators at Tūranga on Saturday 5 September. ## [Podcast – The right to protest](https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/podcast-the-right-to-protest/) _2026-08-10 · cclstaff · Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi_ Discussion of the right to protest on an episode of Speak up - Kōrerotia, along with suggested reading. [Listen](http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Society/Human-Rights/Speak-up-Korerotia/2026-02-18-right-to-protest.mp3) ## [Parents Call This Stroller Accessory "The Best Hack Ever"](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/childrens-products/a73358526/storq-stroller-party-caddy-bag-review/) _2026-08-10 · Childrens-Products - Good Housekeeping_ This Good Housekeeping Parenting Award winner keeps all my essentials organized—and doubles as a purse. ## [Audrey Nuna Embraces Her Inner superHuman](https://goldhouse.substack.com/p/audrey-nuna-embraces-her-inner-superhuman) _2026-08-05 · Gold House · RENEGADES by Gold House_ The singer behind KPop Demon Hunters gives us a glimpse into her new single ## [With Every Memory](https://www.compassbookratings.com/with-every-memory/) _2026-08-02 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Janine Rosche’s With Every Memory is a standalone novel covering a modern woman and her traumatic brain injury. It is a bit of a slower ready and definitely filled with challenging and perhaps unpleasant topics. The bright spot in the story is being connected to another character from another book by the author. Otherwise the read wasn’t \[…\] The post With Every Memory appeared first on Compass… ## [Almost by Design](https://www.compassbookratings.com/almost-by-design/) _2026-08-02 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Jenny Erlingsson’s Almost by Design really shines. The author has a way of making her characters genuine and interesting. They feel so real a person might expect to encounter the characters in everyday life. It is sometimes fun to read about characters who are completely fantastical, but reading about characters with flaws that are not completely consumed \[…\] The post Almost by Design appeared… ## [Add Mythopoeic winner](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/mythopoeic.html) _2026-08-01 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Add the 2026 winner of the Mythopoeic Award for adult literature (Snake-Eater, by T. Kingfisher). ## [Review: How to Steal a Galaxy](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/books/0-7564-1949-2.html) _2026-08-01 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Review of How to Steal a Galaxy by Beth Revis. ## [Her America: Eight Women Who Transformed the Nation](https://www.compassbookratings.com/her-america-eight-women-who-transformed-the-nation/) _2026-07-31 · Cindy M · Compass Book Ratings_ Author Heather B. Moore takes an unconventional approach in the format of this look back at women from American history. Rather than straight-up fiction or straight-up non-fiction, she alternates the scenes between the two genres. The deliberate choice was intended to draw the reader in with the narrative and then provide some factual substance. Some \[…\] The post Her America: Eight Women Who… ## [Scent of Hope](https://www.compassbookratings.com/scent-of-hope/) _2026-07-31 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Scent of Hope is the second book in Susan May Warren’s Call of the Wild series. It is set in Alaska and follows the same pattern as many of Warren’s books. Two characters who once knew each other, but were too traumatized to form a healthy relationship are now thrown together in a desperate situation and \[…\] The post Scent of Hope appeared first on Compass Book Ratings . ## [Summer in the Spotlight](https://www.compassbookratings.com/summer-in-the-spotlight/) _2026-07-31 · Susan · Compass Book Ratings_ Summer in the Spotlight is Liz Johnson’s third and final book in her Prince Edward Island Shores series. It can be read as a standalone novel. It takes place on the beautiful Prince Edward Island, as one would expect from the series title. It starts out a bit exciting and just feels like a lovely \[…\] The post Summer in the Spotlight appeared first on Compass Book Ratings . ## [Review: Painting the Blues in Gretna Green](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/books/9798360228431.html) _2026-07-31 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Review of Painting the Blues in Gretna Green by Linzi Day. ## [Review: In the House of Aryaman, a Lonely Signal Burns](https://www.eyrie.org/~eagle/reviews/books/0-9863735-1-6.html) _2026-07-30 · Changes to Russ Allbery's Web Pages_ Review of In the House of Aryaman, a Lonely Signal Burns by Elizabeth Bear.