Reviews
My Boyfriend Bites: Book 3
“Fine fare for Buffy fans of all…types. Hip, steamy fun.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Monkey with a Tool Belt and the Seaside Shenanigans
“Monroe’s breezy, detailed illustrations match the energy and enthusiasm of her tale. Fact-filled fun for the curious fixer-in-training.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
The Shabbat Princess
“Meltzer’s child-oriented tale presents a lovely way to honor the Sabbath with a bit of respectful festivity.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Green Bible Stories for Children
“From Noah’s Ark and the flood, illustrating the beauty of the planet’s biodiversity, to Joshua’s need for sunlight to successfully defend the people of Gibeon with solar power, each scene is connected to a contemporary interpretation through introductory paragraphs and… View →
In Trouble
“Setting the novel in 1956 allows young readers to see how differently society views unwed teenagers today. For instance, Elaine is forced to live at the Catholic Home and give her baby up for adoption. Levine’s novel also, unfortunately, shows us how much has stayed the… View →
In Trouble
“A gripping, relevant read.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Ultraviolet
“Anderson blends paranormal, science fiction, and scientific elements in an intriguing story about a teenager who is convinced that she’s crazy—and a murderer—though reality is even more unpredictable.” —Publishers Weekly View →
“Terrific photos of Marceau on stage close out this well-rounded biography and complement Gauthier’s more abstract portraits of the man who took Chaplin’s flair a step further to revive ‘the ancient and almost forgotten art of silence.’” —Publishers… View →
“Helena’s dilemma is one that might more commonly be found in books for older readers, making this gentle, measured treatment a noteworthy achievement.” —Publishers Weekly View →
The Lonely Beast
“This is a story of longing and perseverance with a touch of humor as Beast even interviews (wearing a tie) on TV. A general purchase for most libraries.” —School Library Journal View →
In Trouble
“In Trouble should be available in every library serving young adults.” —School Library Journal View →
Ultraviolet
“A first-rate read.” —School Library Journal View →
In Trouble
“Author Levine has broached a delicate subject in the hope that readers will reflect upon what life was like for women before Roe v. Wade and where our nation could be headed if we refuse to learn from our history…. It’s also a stark reminder of ‘the more things… View →
Fortunately, Unfortunately
“This book is perfect for a young children’s storytime. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
Ticks: Dangerous Hitchhikers
“These books are very well done, with phenomenally great photographs…. Anyone interested in spiders and arachnids is going to love these books.” —Library Media Connection View →
Ghost Diamond!
“These imaginative books will appeal to readers with a quirky sense of humor.” —School Library Journal View →
“Throughout this fast-paced and unique story, Wignall maintains a suspenseful, spooky mood with elegant, evocative prose. Enough loose ends are tied up to make for a satisfying conclusion, but a few tantalizing threads remain.” —starred, School Library Journal View →
“This book would be a good supplement to a unit on how news reporting has changed over time.” —Library Media Connection View →
Ruby, Violet, Lime: Looking for Color
“Worthy of even the most overflowing of colorful collections, this is sure to be the beginning of many a color adventure, both in school and out.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
What Can't Wait
“Marisa’s gritty, compassionately related story will resonate with teens in immigrant communities. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
The Sunflower Sword
“The book could be used for settling disputes and would be a useful tool to combat bullying. The protagonist and his mother are endearing characters, and the message of the book comes through loud and clear via the text and the illustrations. Recommended.” —Library… View →
I'm Sure I Saw a Dinosaur
“The damp English chill is almost palpable in Reynolds’s outdoor scenes, as is the nearly unstoppable momentum of a crowd’s folly…. As Willis and Reynolds proved in Who’s in the Bathroom? (2007), a little transgressive humor never did anyone any… View →
Brooklyn, Burning
“Brooklyn, Burning, an edgy tale of star-crossed street kids unified by music and a desire to catch a break, speaks clearly to the urgency of adolescence.” —Mpls.St.Paul View →