Hidden: A Child’s Story of the Holocaust, masterfully introduces young readers to both the gut-wrenching horror, and the triumph of … More
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Under Magnolia: A Southern Memoir is a Lyrical Beauty of a Book by Frances Mayes
Frances Mayes is reluctant to return to the south which has deeply ingrained her character. She has moved on with … More
Message Me For a Chance to Win an ARC of ‘The A-Word’ by Joy Preble!
Joy Preble’s The A-Word is a funny, charming and page turning treat. It is the sequel to The Sweet and … More
The Cambridge Companion to Nelson Mandela Truthfully and Respectfully Honors and Questions Mandela’s Legacy
Creating a collection of writings about Nelson Mandela is an intimidating task. Nelson Mandela is one of the most revered figures … More
This Journal Belongs to Ratchet Uses a Tantalizing Technique to Tell a Humdrum Story
Ratchet lives alone with her dad and is home schooled. She wishes that she had new clothes; instead she only … More
Paul Pope’s New Graphic Novel, ‘Battling Boy,’ Begins a Welcome Adventure
From the messy lettering and mummy wrapped ghoul on the first couple of pages I was engrossed in the bizarre, … More
Reading May B. is Like a Time Travel Journey to Pioneer Americana
May B,. by Caroline Starr Rose, transports readers to the desolate, Kansas prairie in the pioneer times. It is written … More
Aptly Named, ‘Wonder,’ is a Meaningful Read with Humor and Heart
Released in 2012, R.J. Palacio’s Wonder found itself on many ‘Best Of’ lists last year. There is no doubt why, … More
Marie Antoinette Serial Killer – Bubblegum Fun Read About a Well Dressed, Historical, Ghost Serial Killer
Marie Antoinette, Serial Killerby Katie Alender, delivers just about exactly what it advertises. It’s fun, simplistic and because the topic is … More
Harvey Stein Captures Poignant Moments of Life in Harlem Street Portraits
Harlem Street Portraits by Harvey Stein is a collection of 164 full page black and white photographs that tell the … More