Sara Varon is no stranger to receiving praise for her books and she should expect another wave for this release. … More
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“All American Boys” is One of the Year’s Most Important Books. Read It, Share It, Discuss It, Repeat.
If I had a million dollars I would buy cases of this book. Anytime that someone begins a discussion on … More
3 New Picture Books That Make Great Read Alouds: “The Grasshopper & the Ants,” “Wolfie the Bunny,” and “Elephant in the Dark”
Jerry Pinkney‘s new book, The Grasshopper & the Ants, is the latest in his award-winning series of books based on … More
Controversial Photographer Sally Mann’s “Hold Still” is a Rare Gift – an All Encompassing Read.
Peppered with reproductions of Mann’s artistic photographs, portraits and letters, the narrative in Hold Still works on a visceral and … More
Edward Rutherfurd’s “Paris” is an Epic Novel and Love Story to the City Lacking Only in Passion
This 800 page epic novel follows six families from 1261-1968 and tucks in both historical and religious histories and uprisings. … More
5 Stars for the Multi-Layered Graphic Novel, “First Man: Reimaging Matthew Henson”
If I had an endless supply of money, I would buy a copy of this book for every school library … More
Jennifer Mathieu’s “Devoted” Addresses the Slippery Issues of Religion with Intelligence and Grace
Rachel Walker has been raised in a closed community. All of the people who live in her area belong to … More
Review: The New “Edward Scissorhands Volume 1” Graphic Novel – Sure to Please Tim Burton Fans
Edward Scissorhands Vol. 1 by Kate Leth and Drew Rausch This new graphic novel is a continuation of the Edward … More
“Finding Paris” Mixes Mystery, a Road-Trip, a Family Drama & a Love Story Into One Satisfying Story
Finding Paris is a page turning, genre-busting treasure in contemporary young adult literature. Author Joy Preble has hit full stride … More
Station Eleven Review: In Which I Talk About an Incredible Novel as Vaguely as Possible…
Station Eleven is much more than an apocalyptic dystopian novel; it’s a simply worded, deftly crafted story of relationships, fears … More