Category: Book Reviews

I’ve always held a soft spot for middle grade books. It’s not only the genre that I write, but it’s the genre where some of the best books I’ve ever

The most classic myths and fables are designed to teach readers a life lesson. Flawed, fictional characters make poor choices and have to deal with the consequences brought on by

What is it about the books you read as a child that stick out in your mind? Was it a particular character (Where the Wild Things Are)? A style of

There’s nothing better than a free giveaway. Actually, there is: winning a free giveaway. So, when I entered LitPick’s giveaway to win a copy of Stuart Samuel’s picture book, The Adventure

 “’This modern world metes out time like currency…Everybody rushing about in pursuit of nothing, producing little of lasting value.’” – Catch The Moon, Mary There’s so much truth in this

When it comes to bullying in schools, we’re failing. That’s the thought that crossed through my mind while reading Ruthie Davis’ book, The Secrets and Peculiar Adventures of Jillian Dangerous.

My third and final purchase from Indie August 2019 was the supernatural YA novel, Pandora Reborn, by John Coon. I don’t come across too many YA novels that have been

From the time I saw the cover reveal for Stephen King’s The Institute, I knew that it wouldn’t be a book that I borrowed but bought to own. Something about

When I put out the call for books to buy for #IndieAugust 2019, I had one major request: no fantasy.  But paranormal is another story. Something about monsters and haunted

In the 90’s, there was one author who dominated the children’s market. His name was R.L. Stine. Even if you weren’t a reader, you read Stine’s Goosebumps series. They were

Charmayne Hafen’s YA novel, Indebted: The Berkshire Dragon, rewrites medieval history with a sword fighting princess who balances both ferocity and kindness, creating a modern twist on a classic character,

My review of Lisa Capreilli's picture book, Unicorn Jazz, about a shy but musically gifted unicorn who struggles to make friends at her new home in the El Paso Zoo.