Reviews
Changing Moon: Book 1
“While there’s a mystery afoot, the biggest pull for the book is the relatable main character and her situations. An offbeat humor to Nola’s difficulties gives a light feel to the whole story. Previously published in France, two subsequent volumes are also… View →
Sneaky Sheep
“Rocky and Blossom’s wide googly eyes exude mischievousness, especially compared to the wedged snout of the vicious wolf who chases them to a cliff’s edge in the story’s climax. Both the text and artwork celebrate disobedience, and those looking for a cautionary… View →
The Absolute Value of -1
“Each of the three teenagers has a turn at first-person narration, revisiting the same scenario from different perspectives. Brezenoff nicely differentiates their voices and personalities, even while their narratives are bound together by the frustrations, self-doubt (and hatred),… View →
The Freak Observer
“Loa is strong, but overburdened and isolated; laced with bleak humor, her deadened, searching narration carries this dark and highly promising first novel.” —Publishers Weekly View →
“No one is going to rule the world after reading Vordak’s farcical directives, but readers will have a grand time turning pages to see what outlandish thing he’ll say or suggest next, while perfecting their own villainous laughs.” —starred, Publishers Weekly View →
I Want My Light On!
“Ross’s brash watercolors are full of campy energy, turning bedtime scenes into a stage for adventure.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Raised by Wolves
“Bryn’s voice is sarcastic, exasperated, frightened, insightful, and tender by turns, and Barnes rarely lets her take easy outs, making for an exceptionally taut read.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Hamster and Cheese: Book 1
“Children can look and guess for themselves about the clues and red herrings the book presents. The humor in the characters’ personalities and dialogue makes this a lively and entertaining book.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Dino-Baseball
“Wheeler and Gott already proved they have a winning formula with Dino-Hockey (2007) and Dino-Soccer (2009), and there’s plenty for dinosaur/sports fanatics to enjoy in this latest installment . . . Gott nails the drama of high-stakes game with a series of… View →
“Entertaining and subtly reassuring.” —Publishers Weekly View →
To The Point: A Story about E. B. White
“. . .enjoyable from cover to cover. . .” —Publishers Weekly View →
Afikotective
“A friendly, and instructive, holiday affair.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
“A joyous tribute to LGBTQ families.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Druscilla's Halloween
“In this underdog story set ‘a million spells ago,’” —Publishers Weekly View →
Bunnies and Their Hobbies
“. . .the book is a strong contender for the story hour.” —Publishers Weekly View →
The First Gift
“. . .this book celebrates what a special possession a name is.” — Publishers Weekly View →
Thanksgiving Rules
“Percy’s enthusiasm effectively captures the spirit of affable overindulgence.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Harriet and George's Christmas Treat
“A holiday tale that feasters young and old can appreciate.” —Publishers Weekly View →
My Singing Nana
“A winning story that also serves as a useful family resource.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Trick-or-Treat on Milton Street
“Bullard gets Charley’s grouchiness and the penultimate party scene just right. . .” —Publishers Weekly View →
Dearly, Nearly, Insincerely: What Is an Adverb?
“A playful, rhyming text and cartoon art vividly explain adverbs and their functions.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Feivel's Flying Horses
“. . .the redemptive powers of faith, family, and creativity coalesce into a touching tale.” —Publishers Weekly View →