The Last Witch on Skye by Carolyn J. Nicholson is a captivating middle-grade fantasy that effortlessly blends adventure, magic, and the rich folklore of the Isle of Skye. Set against the backdrop of this enchanting Scottish island, the story introduc...

Today I'm excited to share a review of Blink and Glow as part of Raven Howell's WOW! Women on Writing blog tour!Raven’s latest gem Blink and Glow is a delightful addition to children's literature that is sure to captivate young readers and inspire a ...

The Familiars by Adam Jay Epstein and Andrew Jacobson is an enchanting and imaginative tale that captivates readers from the very first page. This middle-grade fantasy novel is a delightful journey into a world where animals possess magical abilities...

The Bad Guys series by Aaron Blabey was recommended to me by a used bookstore owner. It was one of the few new books she carried and I told her that my kids weren't really into reading. At the time, they were about 6 and 8. They're now 12 and 14 and ...

If you think all cats are adorable, prepare to meet Catwad, a grumpy blue feline guaranteed to turn even the most dedicated cat-lover into a giggling mess. Brought to life by the hilarious Jim Benton, It's Me is the first book in the Catwad series, a...

My son recently started reading the Amulet series after seeing his friend reading it. In the realm of graphic novels, few series capture the imagination and the heart as effectively as Kazu Kibuishi's Amulet. Spanning nine volumes as of February 6, 2...

My son is reading The One and Only Ivan with his grade 6 class right now, so I thought it would be fun to share a review. This remarkable tale by Katherine Applegate brilliantly weaves empathy, courage, and the importance of friendship into a heartwa...

My boys and I just love this series, so I thought it was time I reviewed the book that started it all!John Patrick Green's InvestiGators is a refreshing addition to the world of graphic novels, brilliantly combining humor, adventure, and a touch of w...

When I saw Anne Dreams by Kallie George on NetGalley, I knew I had to request an advance reader copy to review. I was a huge Anne of Green Gables fan growing up and this early chapter book based on L.M. Montgomery's series was delightful.About the Bo...

Today I'm excited to share a review of The Great Grandma Buffalo written by Natcole Staskiewicz and illustrated by Zuzana Svobodová. Thank you to Natcole for the advance review copy!About the BookCelebrate the heartwarming connection between grandmot...

I'm excited to share my review of Santa's Slip Up with you today as part of the WOW! Women on Writing blog tour.About the BookIt’s the night of Halloween. Spooks, spiders, and skeletons abound, the full moon glows – so who is cheering, “Ho, ho, ho!”?...

Today, I’m excited to share a review of Zig Zag Zeffy written by Barbara Ann Miller and illustrated by E.M. Gales. Let's jump right in!Book DescriptionZig Zag Zeffy is a heart-warming story of a Hu-Mom who adopts an energetic, fun-loving Puggle named...

At our house, once we find an author we like, we tend to read several of their books. My kids are still pretty reluctant to read on their own, but they are starting to enjoy graphic novels and gaining more confidence in reading them by themselves. He...

Today’s post is by M.T. Becker, the husband and wife author team of Zinger in the Woods. “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.” Albert EinsteinTo us, Albert Einstein’s quote is the essence of true education....

Today, I’m excited to review two books published by Editor-911 Kids: The Read Aloud Stories with Fred Collection by Fred Olds and Only My Horses Know by Cinda Bauman. Below you’ll find a summary of each book as it appears on Amazon, followed by more ...