Reviews
Heart or Mind
“Jones effectively characterizes real-life tensions to ratchet up the drama and danger as battle lines between ethnic and religious groups are drawn, and hate and violence seethe.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Believe Your Eyes: Book 1
“Doerrfeld and Page’s vivid cartoons are full of humorous details, while reflecting the deeply felt emotions of a family in transition.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Executioner's Daughter
“Hardstaff’s debut is a fast-moving and suspenseful adventure . . . [that] believably conveys the gritty details of life on the edge in the context of historical events of the era.”―Publishers Weekly View →
Luis Paints the World
“In a sensitive story about art and absence, Luis is devastated after his older brother, Nico, enlists in the army, where he will be ‘seeing the world’. . . . To persuade Nico to stay, Luis paints ‘the world’ in the alleyway. . . . Dominguez’s dynamic… View →
Tripping Back Blue
“There’s nothing pretty about drug addiction, but a new drug called indigo, named for the powder’s lovely hue, would suggest otherwise. . . . Storti’s debut . . . is a coming-of-age story wrapped in a cautionary tale . . . yet [Finn’s] desire to rise above… View →
Shmulik Paints the Town
“Echeverri’s bright splashes of color in a gray landscape emphasize the creativity that Ezra, at least, brings to the task . . . first-time author Rose hints at the value of doing the necessary work rather than waiting for inspiration to strike.” —… View →
Timeline: A Visual History of Our World
“An inky swath of black bisects this gorgeous oversize volume, its shape transforming to create prehistoric seas, ancient monuments, and more. . . . ®eaders will be left with a powerful sense of how far we have come and how far we have to go.”―starred, Publishers Weekly View →
The Midnight War of Mateo Martinez
“Picture book author Yardi . . . in her first novel, delivers an entertaining story of sibling loyalty, friendship struggles, and the sometimes vexing passage into adolescence.”—Publishers Weekly View →
When the Sun Shines on Antarctica: And Other Poems about the Frozen Continent
“Wadham’s paintings adeptly match the whimsical and mysterious notes in Latham’s poems, making for a fascinating study of the Antarctic’s singular creatures and features.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Their Great Gift: Courage, Sacrifice, and Hope in a New Land
“Coy (Hoop Genius) and photographer Huie (Looking for Asian America) . . . deliver a visual smorgasbord that informs young readers—and reminds older ones—how the United States was and continues to be made.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
A Place for Elijah
" . . . the arrival of the final guest, a young African-American newsie whose name is revealed to be Elijah, suggests that honoring the spirit of a tradition is just as valuable as following it to the letter." — Publisher’s Weekly View →
Passover Is Coming!
“Well-crafted rhymes and cozy illustrations make this a solid choice for pre-Passover reading.” — Publisher’s Weekly View →
Don't Call Me Grandma
“Nelson (The Book Itch) sensitively conveys the complexity of intergenerational relationships while celebrating a grandmother whose individuality hasn’t diminished one iota over the years.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Ada Byron Lovelace & the Thinking Machine
“[A]n inspiring and informative account of 19th-century mathematician Lovelace.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Plotted: A Literary Atlas
“[A] rewarding excursion across the literary landscape that will be cherished by map enthusiasts as well as bibliophiles.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Sadie and Ori and the Blue Blanket
“This bittersweet addition to the Sadie and Ori series name-checks several Jewish holidays as it traces the siblings’ changing relationship with their grandmother. The blue blanket of the title is a ‘together blanket’ that Grandma knits when Sadie is born –… View →
Bow-Tie Pasta: Acrostic Poems
“Full of silly moments, Rowland’s cartoons are as approachable as Cleary’s rhymes, making this a fine, funny lead-in to readers’ own acrostic explorations.”—Publishers Weekly View →
A Spectacular Selection of Sea Critters: Concrete Poems
“[An] entertaining grouping of concrete poems. . . . Rendered in vibrant blues and oranges, Wertz’s bold, graphic compositions playfully call to mind posters one might see at a seaside festival.”—Publishers Weekly View →
“Kawa’s exuberant illustrations easily keep pace with Hosford’s rhymes, conjuring a memorable cast. . . . It’s a highly enjoyable and inventive blend of circus feats and culinary treats.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore
“Writing in the voice of Michaux’s admiring son, Nelson illuminates Lewis’s generosity . . . and his fervent belief in the power of words and books to change lives. . . . It’s an emotive tribute to Michaux’s personal and professional… View →
Wake Up, Spring: Book 1
“Younger readers on the lookout for low-key, cheerful adventure might consider checking into the Hotel Strange. . . . The many monsters that make up the hotel’s staff and guests recall the menagerie of Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. . . . This hotel is likely to… View →
The Nutcracker Comes to America: How Three Ballet-Loving Brothers Created a Holiday Tradition
“Balancing evocative turns of phrase with a crisp, forthright narrative, Barton delivers . . . a fascinating bit of artistic investigation, one with year-round appeal.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
The Christmas Coal Man
“Kulka’s vibrant artwork uses humor and lightly caricatured characterizations to enliven what’s initially a fairly gloomy setup—the miner’s faithful mule sports a pink hair bow and impossibly long eyelashes, while the man himself trades his miner’s hat for a View →