Reviews
Perfectly Good White Boy
“This slice-of-life novel should appeal to mature readers who are puzzling through their own nexus of paths towards the future.” —Booklist View →
Transgender Lives: Complex Stories, Complex Voices
“In this collection of narrative and photographic portraits, Cronn-Mills introduces her readers to individuals who defy generalization in their lives spanning the transgender spectrum….Even readers familiar with transgender narratives will grow with deeper understanding and… View →
Sometimes You Barf
“Giddily illustrated with glorious cartoon grossness, this is a great normalizing device for all those reluctant regurgitators out there.” —Booklist View →
I'm Undead and Hungry!: Meet a Zombie
“Many young kids may need a primer to understand references to classic monsters that have been fully coopted into pop culture. Enter the Monster Buddies series, appropriate for any age.” —Booklist View →
Get a Summer Adventure Job
“With prevalent mixedmedia illustrations, succinct text, and solid practical advice (especially advice regarding professionalism and work ethic, which some teens ignore when said by parents), this will be a boon to motivated teens.” —Booklist View →
Daisy to the Rescue: True Stories of Daring Dogs, Paramedic Parrots, and Other Animal Heroes
“Individual stories of animal derring-do, illustrated with pencil portraits, make for quick, compelling reads that prompt the reader to wonder what really goes on in an animal’s head and heart. Give this to anyone from middle school to adult who shares that… View →
Ghost Walls: The Story of a 17th-Century Colonial Homestead
“A detailed resource for those studying colonial Maryland, this well-researched book will also interest aspiring archaeologists.” —Booklist View →
“April’s emotional ups and downs sound authentic and plausible as she navigates the choppy waters of young romance.” —Booklist View →
“[T]his venture into magical realism for young readers is a lush adventure reminiscent of a gentled Roald Dahl tale. Annie’s day leads her to explore not only nature but also loyalty and family and what it truly means to be brave.” —Booklist View →
Goldie Takes a Stand: Golda Meir's First Crusade
“The text does ably capture a decisive Goldie, and what’s especially fun here is the artwork, particularly the images of the girls – a nest of almost doll-like figures.” — Booklist View →
“The colorful, expressive art is highly detailed but very clear, and chapter introductions help keep the reader on track with the complex story. This is an accessible introduction to a Chinese classic.” —Booklist View →
Tabula Rasa
“[It] pulses with vivid, original details, engrossing readers and leaving them begging for a sequel.” —Booklist View →
Latke, the Lucky Dog
“Latke, a playful golden brown shelter dog with good intentions, comes to live with his new family on the first night of Hanukkah. However, he scoffs at the sufganiyot (jelly donuts), shreds the present wrappings, gobbles the latkes, gnaws on a dreidel, topples the… View →
Those Magnificent Sheep in Their Flying Machines
“Children will enjoy this delightful global romp.” —Booklist View →
Dino-Boarding
“Well suited to the series’ audience, the book’s rhymed couplets and digital illustrations capture the energy and excitement of sports competitions.” —Booklist View →
Ghostly Evidence: Exploring the Paranormal
“The spooky cover, storylike narrative style, and subject matter are sure attention-getters, and the accessible format will appeal to researchers and browsers alike. This will be a welcome addition for school and public collections.” —Booklist View →
Playing Pro Basketball
“With such a popular subject and wealth of action images, this seems headed toward immediate popularity for browsing and independent reading…. A solid gateway book for readers interested in the NBA.” —Booklist View →
Up for Sale: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
“An accessible style, brief chapters set off by subheadings, ample definitions, and nuanced background information regarding the economics and international scope of trafficking will help researchers understand context.” —Booklist View →
Apple Days: A Rosh Hashanah Story
“this will be welcomed by young families and religious preschools looking for holiday activities” — Booklist Online View →
“[An] empowering memoir that should have ample appeal for any kid who feels like an outsider.”—Booklist View →
Mallory McDonald, Baby Expert
“Delicately handling the feelings young children have upon the arrival of a baby, this is another quality addition to the Mallory series…. Filled with cheery black-and-white illustrations, this is perfect for beginning chapter-book readers.” —Booklist View →
Nelson Mandela: World Leader for Human Rights
“Doeden offers a balanced view, noting both criticisms against Mandela… and the legacy of a better country he left after his death. An informative and inspirational read for biography, character education, and world history studies.” —Booklist View →
Rebel Wilson: From Stand-Up Laughs to Box-Office Smash
“The peppy design contains short boxes of text and lots of color photographs of the star…. Many girls will be inspired by the fact that Wilson is a triple threat—writer, actor, singer—and that she seems to be sure of herself, no matter her size.” —Booklist View →