Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Michelle Tate’s story would make a refreshingly delightful addition to any child’s bookshelf. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” That question, found on the first page of the book, lays the groundwork for an important message. As children we likely all had that question posed to us, and our answers undoubtedly […]
Props to Larry Baum. Al and Bo are great friends. Together they play ball at the playground. However, tossing a ball is only the beginning. Their adventure quickly escalates to an event that is exciting for children and adults alike! Who would even imagine that a book could be written that uses only two letter
Children that suffer from social anxiety, shyness or excessive worrying are sure to benefit greatly. Kayla Thomas isolates herself out of fear that she will not be accepted. She sits by herself at lunchtime rather than asking her schoolmates if she can sit with them. She hides during gym class so that she won’t have
An exciting adventure that any child will want to take. Brothers Scott and Josh magically find themselves inside their favorite video game, The Fight for Magicallus. With the assistance of a goblin named Vex, they must fulfill a prophecy to bring peace to the land before they can return home. Unfortunately, this prophecy requires them
Special Memory revolves around a young girl and her sister Becky. Shortly before beginning the school year, their mother takes them outside in a rain storm to play and have fun. Then the mother brings the children inside for a teaching lesson, explaining that happy memories can help them when difficult things occur. When one
A modern twist on the classic tale of swashbuckling pirates. Have you ever read a book and considered what it would be like to meet the characters in person? Or perhaps wondered what it would be like if you were thrust into the fictional world that they live in? Well, that’s exactly what happens to
This is not your typical fish out of water story! When pollution in Gary the goldfish’s pond begins to affect his health, his two closest friends come to the rescue. Sheldon the turtle and Meadow the frog hatch a daring plan to rescue Gary from the harmful waters and take him to a cleaner pond.
What boy doesn’t love a fun camping trip? When the Angelino family goes to a campground for their summer vacation, the three boys get to play games, hike, see wildlife, and do all sorts of other fun things. At one point they have a close call with an angry deer, but their father protects them
Wolves Crossing isn’t your typical Canadian community. It isn’t populated with humans, but instead werewolves! The story centers around Sam, a young werewolf who loses his hair after being tricked by his older sister. Fearing that he’ll become the laughing stock of Wolves Crossing, Sam and his friend Chris work together to correct his humiliating
When Jake is befriended by Amanda, the popular newcomer to his school, he begins to notice that there is something unusual about her. To begin with, her two closest friends act like they are her bodyguards. When one of them magically levitates a lunch tray, Jake concludes that there is definitely something unusual about them.
When a sassy young girl named Katie accidentally falls into Dreamland, a fantasy world where magic is the norm, she is given a task of the utmost importance. She, along with a few other chosen children, must save the entire realm from the nightmarish Nezima, who is bent on the destruction of the land. Nezima
The plight of orphans is a topic that, although serious and troubling, is often overlooked. An Orphan’s Rapbook brings the subject to light in a very clear and direct manner. The emotional range of sentiments that might go through an orphan’s mind, including the topics of injustice and feeling unloved, are clearly conveyed in believable
You already know how the fairy tale ends, right? The prince saves the princess and they live happily ever after. Well, think again! In Once Upon and Ever After, Caroline L. Thornton flips the stereotypical fairy tale on its head. The prince traverses the pages of this picture book seeking to find a princess to
When a girl by the name of Flin Flon learns of an opportunity to become a booger hunter’s apprentice, she eagerly seeks out the job. Mrs. Bird takes Flin Flon under her wing and shows her the ropes. After trekking through the night to the place where baby monsters live, Mrs. Bird shows how to
Once upon a time… so begins this charming story about an adorable llama named Lila. After deciding she really wants to meet a unicorn in person, Lila makes a list of everything she knows about the mythical creatures. She sets off in pursuit, trekking through the desert and the forest until she reaches the sea.
The first day of school can be exciting and intimidating. But for siblings Andy and Anna, the real adventure begins after their bus drops them off in the afternoon. Taking a shortcut home through a dark alley, they stumble upon the most remarkable of things… a large and unique egg that is about to hatch.
David Bernstein has written a book that both delights and entertains! Anyone who has ever taken a family vacation to the beach will relate to this book. Right from the start, it will fill your mind and heart with all of the excitement and emotions that arise from those memories, and this feeling continues until
An imaginative frog named Babak lives in an average pond called Seacity. Although he is a bookworm, Babak fancies himself an adventurer. Soon enough, a real adventure finds Babak when he discovers an ominous message on a puzzling scroll. He and some friends embark on a journey above the safety and familiarity of the water
The story of Grandpa Bunny is a melancholy tale of dementia that is delivered in a manner that both educates and comforts children who have to deal with that difficult situation in their family. Grandbunny Ben is at first confused by Granpa’s unusual actions, but soon learns how he can help his grandfather. The artwork
When Tay is born, Deja’s family, and her role in it, change. As a new big sister, she is given a present. Her gift is none other than a shirt and cape that make her a Super Big Sister! This new costume helps her to realize that she has the power to fulfill her new
Young Mira is an adventurous girl with a loving family. She is a bit of a loner and just doesn’t quite fit in with the other girls her age. She prefers the solitude of climbing and foraging to the mundane talk of her gossipy teenaged peers. Her freedom is hindered by the mysterious Threat lurking
A giant in a land of ogres, witches, wizards, and talking foxes is where The Magical Meniscus begins. Cleo is a large-hearted but dim-witted giant. He is loyal to his friends and kind to all he meets, including the ‘little people’. Cleo is on a mission that is twofold: He must win the love of
