Reviews
Four Things My Geeky-Jock-of-a-Best-Friend Must Do in Europe
“The epistolary format allows Brady’s unique voice to shine through and keeps the story moving along. . . Although there is not a lot of depth to this story, it will prove to be a fun summer read. The format and length will attract readers, and Brady’s distinctive… View →
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Demeter & Persephone: Spring Held Hostage [A Greek Myth]
“Reluctant readers have much to appreciate in the dynamic and colorful format of these comic books, while being exposed to complex themes such as sibling rivalry and family obligations. Because they include end material such as glossaries, pronunciation guides, and further… View →
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Amaterasu: Return of the Sun [A Japanese Myth]
“Reluctant readers have much to appreciate in the dynamic and colorful format of these comic books, while being exposed to complex themes such as sibling rivalry and family obligations. Because they include end material such as glossaries, pronunciation guides, and further… View →
Double Cheeseburgers, Quiche, and Vegetarian Burritos: American Cooking from the 1920s through Today
“. . .easy to read and delightfully illustrated, this food story will enrich any social studies and home economics class and inspire students to study further what we often take for granted.” —VOYA View →
Breathe: A Ghost Story
“McNish’s vivid descriptions of the ghosts and Jack’s interaction with them is so real that just the thought of the icy coldness of the malevolent Ghost Mother’s touch will make the reader shudder. . . Even the most reluctant reader will not be able to put this… View →
Book Two: The Shadow Spies
“Fantasy, play, and reality are well mixed in these short books. The reader tries to escape the next attack from the Shadow Spies right along with the foursome as each page unfolds another heart-stopping discovery. The pictures are rich, with well-defined colors and expressions… View →
Book Three: The Master of Shadows
“Fantasy, play, and reality are well mixed in these short books. The reader tries to escape the next attack from the Shadow Spies right along with the foursome as each page unfolds another heart-stopping discovery. The pictures are rich, with well-defined colors and expressions… View →
Book One: The Shadow Door
“Fantasy, play, and reality are well mixed in these short books. The reader tries to escape the next attack from the Shadow Spies right along with the foursome as each page unfolds another heart-stopping discovery. The pictures are rich, with well-defined colors and expressions… View →
“These conversations reveal the mysteries hidden within the works in an engaging way that young readers will find enjoyable.” —VOYA View →
"This new series, written in partnership with USA Today, provides colorful, fact-filled biographies targeted for upper elementary and middle school students." —VOYA View →
“This new series, written in partnership with USA Today, provides colorful, fact-filled biographies targeted for upper elementary and middle school students.” —VOYA View →
“Miller lucidly explains the evolution of computer art techniques and technology, from the development of the first crude computer-generated geometric images to the use of digital makeup and matte painting in films, video games, advertising, and comic books. The author is… View →
Raven Quest
“An abundant amount of nail-biting action make this book highly readable book a worthwhile addition to any library’s fantasy section.” —VOYA View →
The Firehills
“students who enjoyed THE MALIFEX will happily greet Sam and Charley’s latest adventure.” —VOYA View →
Picture Perfect
“When Fifteen-year-old Ian’s best friend, Teddy, mysteriously vanishes in the Redwood forest of California, Ian begins hearing strange voices and having memory lapses, causing him to frantically question his own role in Teddy’s disappearance. Danilyn (7th grade)… View →
“McNish is good at creating likeable characters and exciting situations. Even the starving Roar (and her children) has personality and motivations. If teens liked the first book, the will want to read the second in the series.” —VOYA View →
“The author beautifully melds a tale of the fantastic and the mundane. The everyday concerns of the average fourteen-year-old merge seamlessly with the fantasy otherworld of angelic spirits. The underlying ethical dilemmas that the characters face enhance the story and enable the… View →
An Unbroken Chain: My Journey through the Nazi Holocaust
“Beyond the power and poignancy of Oertelt’s story, the linked structure gives it cohesiveness and memorability. Humanity can be thankful that this man survived.” —VOYA View →