Birdie and Anya both want to be the butterfly in the school play about insects. The problem is, there can … More
Tag: First Second
“Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World” Brings Dozens of Pioneers, Bad Asses and Leaders to Life
From the moment you see the candy-colored cover with bold lettering and design, you know that Brazen by Pénélope Bagieu … More
Scott Westerfeld’s “Spill Zone” is Graphic Novel Gold
Addison’s world has been obliterated. An unexplained “spill” disaster has destroyed Poughkeepsie and any living creatures who were exposed to … More
“Decelerate Blue” is a Striking Futuristic Graphic Novel
In a world where brevity, speed and conformity are celebrated, Angela is disillusioned by life. She feels disconnected from her … More
Demon Vol. 2 by Jason Shiga is Gruesome, Demented Fun
* This graphic novel is NOT FOR KIDS. It is meant for mature audiences…who like gory stuff.* Having never read … More
Book Review: “Delilah Dirk and the King’s Shilling” is a Smashing, Swashbuckling Graphic Novel Success
We open to a scene in Portugal. Mister Selim, Delilah’s companion is creating a fiery distraction for her courageous rescue … More
“The Shadow Hero” by Gene Luen Yang and Sonny Liew Brings the Golden Age Comics Back to Life
The Shadow Hero is a grand undertaking by acclaimed artist and author Gene Luen Yang and illustrator Sonny Liew. In … More
‘Sleep Tight, Anna Banana!’ is a Sweet Traditional Tale About Falling Asleep
Anna does not want to go to sleep. She tries to read to help her body to want to shut … More
‘This One Summer’ Shines with Joy and Rains with Despair in a Touching Coming of Age Story
Awago Beach is the where Rose and her family spend their summers. Her friend Windy and her non-traditional family also … More
Hidden: A Child’s Story of the Holocaust is a Glorious Introduction to a Horrific Topic
Hidden: A Child’s Story of the Holocaust, masterfully introduces young readers to both the gut-wrenching horror, and the triumph of … More