Reviews
I Remember Beirut
“Abirached’s childlike memories altogether compose a deeply personal portrait of Beirut unlike any historical account, and for readers curious about conflict in the region, it will provide a useful, humanizing entry point.” —Booklist View →
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 →
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 →
Tabula Rasa
“[It] pulses with vivid, original details, engrossing readers and leaving them begging for a sequel.” —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 →
“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 →
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 →
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 →
From Plastic to Soccer Ball
“Colorful page design, large type, and clear photos make the series an attractive choice for young readers.” —Booklist View →
“Readers will feel unmoored until the last few pages of Oblivion, and that’s all right; so does the story’s narrator, Callie.” —starred, Booklist View →
Mud Truck Racing: Tearing It Up
“Readers will rev up over this title, feeling the engines thrum and the mud splatter on every page. . . . Grab this one for aspiring racing buffs, but don’t be surprised if it comes back showing signs of ‘field research.’”—Booklist View →
Poison Alert!: My Tips to Avoid Danger Zones at Home
“[Y]ounger readers will find healthy doses of useful information about good practices, safe storage of potential poisons, and what to do in case of emergency—all delivered with melodramatic relish . . . rather than bland, forgettable cautions.”—Booklist View →
“[T]here’s a pugnacious grit and scrappy energy to the prose, and the general theme—who, if any, of these raiders can be trusted?—will keep readers on their toes until the final pages.” —Booklist View →
“Whether or not readers are already acquainted, there’s plenty here to compel them to share the character’s joys and angst.” —Booklist Online View →
Three's Company, Mallory!
“Loyal fans and first-time readers alike will find it easy to relate to the narrator of this illustrated chapter book, the twenty-first in the Mallory series.” —Booklist Online View →
Plastic, Ahoy!: Investigating the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
“An engaging and worthwhile read, this will surely make young readers think twice about their trash.” —Booklist View →
Returning to Shore
“A quiet, thoughtful story for sophisticated readers.” —Booklist View →
Chart Topper
“Aimed at reluctant readers, with short chapters and snappy dialogue, this entry in The Opportunity series continues the brand by providing an entertaining, charming, and thoughtful peek into a field many creative types aspire to enter.” —Booklist View →
Stinky Sanitation Inventions
“Marsico takes readers on a smelly tour that roams widely, both historically and geographically. Each topic gets one relatively short but well-written page of text and a full-page photo with several captions.” —Booklist View →
Stolen Luck
“[This] book will find an audience among reluctant readers attracted by the setting and the supernatural edge of the Dario Quincy Academy of Dance series.” —Booklist Online View →
Shadowlark
“With its blend of dystopian, steampunk, and generally fantastical elements, Spooner’s follow up is even stronger and more gripping than the debut and is sure to ensnare further loyal readers.” —starred, Booklist View →
The Franchise
“Aimed at reluctant readers and using short chapters, an enticing plot, and an admirable protagonist, this is a provocative, ethically satisfying glimpse of the gritty underside of professional football.” —Booklist View →