This is cross posted from my blog at work. Go check it out on livejournal: booksmithsf

Hello Booksmith Journal readers.

My name is Déana and I'm the Children's Book Buyer here at the Booksmith. Starting today I will be posting a few of my favorite children's books every week. I came to the book world from education and I try to bring elements of my teaching philosophy to my book choices for the children’s section. I will be happy to take requests for various topics and or specific holi... read more

1. Have you ever been searched by the cops? Nope

2. Do you close your eyes on roller coaster? I don't care for roller coasters so I keep my eyes open and watch others scream like little kids. (I’ve gotta go with Melissa on this one. No screaming and puking for me thank you!)

3. When's the last time you've been sledding? Ummm…never.

4. Would you rather sleep with someone else, or alone? Depends on the person. I have experience sharing a bed with friends but not with a lover so I gue... read more