Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
A wonderfully exuberant book of poems. Itches Inside My Head: Volume I is a bedazzling collection of lighthearted poems geared toward young readers. Delightfully glad-hearted, Randy Mazie’s anthology tackles issues common to childhood, ranging from the ever-present monster hiding under the bed to tender bonding moments shared with a parent. Fans of rhyming poetry will […]
Inspiring and uplifting, a true delight for young readers. Bear Creek Elementary School is getting ready to put on a talent show. With a wide variety of possibilities, Deepa looks forward to enjoying singers, actors, ballerinas and maybe even a unicyclist in the upcoming event. But more than anything, Deepa wants to dance for her
Love, joy and happiness radiate from the pages. There is almost nothing more exciting for a family than the birth of a child. And it’s no surprise that being a mother, particularly to a brand new baby, can be even more overwhelming than a full-time job. But this job doesn’t stop just because mom has
Has a soothing rhythm and a gentle personality. “Magnolia and Lily lived on a farm with lots of wide-open space to play. Mama was a free spirit. Her name was Rose. Daddy called them his wildflower bouquet.” You are warmly invited to meet this untamed family of nature-loving, glad-hearted souls. Talented at working their bounteous
A significant story that will resonate with all who love animals. In the heart of the Serengeti region of Africa, a lone family of black rhinos is raising their calf, Amare. One frightful morning, Amare wakes to find his family missing. With the help of a proactive oxpecker bird, Amare is able to join a
A truly enlightening journey of discovery. Inherently curious and inquisitive, children are often enthusiastic about learning new things. From lychees to lemurs, the fauna and flora of Madagascar are fascinating and exotic, offering delightful possibilities for youths and nature-lovers to consider. Throughout the thoughtfully designed book Mr. Robert’s Madagascar, we have the opportunity to discover
Goofy, charming and brimming with heart. Toby is a good dog. Or at least, he was a good dog. Everything changed the day the cat moved in next door. In an apparent act of neighborliness, the cat invites Toby to roam their neighborhood together. Reluctantly, Toby leaves his familiar yard and experiences freedom for the
Drummond is the quintessential middle-schooler. He has a penchant for cold pizza and sleeping in. His grades are average on a good day and he tends to procrastinate on things that aren’t his passion. And more than anything, he just wants to find a place to fit in. A unique opportunity to join the high
How is a seven-year-old girl to survive when she finds herself alone in the woods with no idea of who or where she is? With little in the way of survival skills, she won’t last long on her own. Since she has no place to hide, the young child is vulnerable to attacks from menacing
A must-read when cancer becomes a household word. Every year across the globe, millions of people are diagnosed with cancer. And for these millions of new patients, there are millions more family members struggling to cope with a monstrous disease that has taken up residence within their loved one. My Dad and the Dragon is
A fast-paced junior sleuth novel that is perfect for mystery lovers of any age. A spot in the limelight has never been on Simone LaFray’s bucket list, but after the success at the Chocolatiers’ Ball she handles her newfound notoriety in stride. With a mind like an advanced computer processor and a similarly mechanical set
A motivating picture book designed to inspire healthy choices. Sloth is more than your average dragon. So much more, in fact, that he can no longer fly. Even standing upright is a challenge for this severely overweight dragon. Content with his lazy life, Sloth is surprised when a courageous dwarf enters his mountain hideout. The
A charming picture book that is sure to help little readers who feel unwanted. Farm dogs Fiorella and Mama Rose go from living a ‘charmed life’ to tasting the bitterness of abandonment. Their happy life is upended when they are unexpectedly dropped off at an animal shelter. Certain she had done something wrong at her
Hugely ambitious and wildly successful. Little boys often dream big. Some want to become an astronaut, a professional athlete, or even President. For Johan Finley, his boyhood dream has never wavered; he wants to be a hero to the people of Articus. Specifically, Johan has his heart set on passing the grueling final exam to
A delightfully enlightening representation of a wide variety of lively traditions. While the Lunar New Year and its associated celebrations are eagerly anticipated by billions of the planet’s inhabitants, this holiday is unfamiliar to much of the world living outside of Asia. Thanks to author Yobe Qiu, children everywhere can eagerly join in the exciting
Full of vivid scenes and relatable characters. Moving to a different state can be a traumatic experience. Especially for a thirteen year old. Jack has to make all new friends, navigate a new school, and ultimately figure out where he fits in. At least he has his dad, who is as much a close friend
One of the best novels of the year for young adult readers. The mood is changing in the city of Volara. It’s tough to put a finger on it, but it must have to do with the looming war. In precisely six weeks, war ships from Mara will arrive and try to finish what they
Sure to pluck at the heartstrings of musically inclined young readers. An endearing, lyrical rendition of a classic children’s story, The Goldilocks Quartet is a beautiful book that is sure to pluck at the heartstrings of musically inclined young readers. Goldilocks can’t help but admire the entrancing music pouring from a house she often walks
A beautifully illustrated and positively inspirational story. For centuries, the lion has been viewed as a majestic symbol of strength and courage. Through visualization, R.C. Chizhov uses the stately king of beasts to teach children how they can overcome their fears in the book The Lion in Your Heart. Along with his family, a young
Unquestionably adorable and supremely silly. The most exciting day of the year has finally arrived for Princess Periwinkle. Today she will help her father choose a winner for the Cucumber Kingdom’s Pickle of the Year contest. Glassy-eyed citizens from near and far bring their very best pickles to the king. Pickle-loving Periwinkle is delighted to
The phosphorescence of Eleanor’s town abruptly turns into desolation where the festivities give way to The Unknown Lands. It is here that the man who no one loves lives. The town is a great place to be, with parties, sports, music and celebrations, but despite being welcomed, the unloved man never accepts an invitation. With
Like so many kids, Maxine’s life is turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic. She has to adjust to virtual schooling, wearing face masks, and socially distancing—even around her close friends. Thus, when a vaccine becomes available, Maxine’s family welcomes the hope that comes along with it, the hope that life can begin returning to
A positive book whose message lands just right! “My name is Morgan and I’m a girl of color!” Morgan is not just a girl of color, but she is a vibrant girl that loves colors of all sorts! Her story starts as she considers her skin tone and that of her “peachy” best friend. Black
The perfect rhyming story to help young children just starting to read. Max Goes to Town pairs the innocence and charm of a book written for children with the authenticity of a true story, Cynthia L. Clark breaks from her more suspenseful novelization to a genre where the feeling and plot of an entire story
