Category Archives: MG Fantasy

THE SNOWMAN CODE

What initially looks like a holiday story turns out to be an anytime of the year heartwarming friendship tale between a snowman and a girl. Ten-year-old Blessing has not been to school in several months due to the mistreatment she … Continue reading

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THE LABYRINTH OF SOULS

This engaging and original fantasy will pull you in right to the gripping conclusion. With world building at its finest, the story is not only good for post-Halloween reading but any time of the year. Ix Tatterfall is a girl … Continue reading

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DAWN OF THE DRAGONS

Dragon stories are always popular with young readers. The fantasy of seeing dragons in the sky and interacting with humans is hard to resist. Of course the story has to keep one interested and with DAWN OF THE DRAGONS, a … Continue reading

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SCARLET MORNING

A fantasy with a pair of unique characters sure to please readers. Viola and Wilmur have been living in the town of Caveat for most of their lives under the care of Hestur, a woman who really doesn’t like children. … Continue reading

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PRESS 1 FOR INVASION

The lunch lady is an alien and Earth is about to be invaded with eminent destruction as the goal. That’s not all: these invaders think humans are a tasty treat once cooked to the right temperature. What better choice than … Continue reading

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NIGHT OF THE LIVING TOILET PAPER

The sequel to the entertaining I KNOW WHAT UFO DID LAST SUMMER that I reviewed earlier this year has Marv back in action defending his family and town from aliens. His first person narration is fast paced and likeable. Joining … Continue reading

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Phantom Academy

A story about a dead twelve-year-old boy. Unfortunately, Finn died after getting hit on the head by a stray coconut. Now he is a ghost and student at Phantom Academy. At first I couldn’t get over the sadness of a … Continue reading

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THE SONG OF ORPHAN’S GARDEN

A fantasy tale in verse that is both heartwarming and magical. I always prefer the traditional way of story telling, but this story is perfect in its’ lyrical format. On the cover are the giant boy, Brob, along with Lyriana … Continue reading

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The Nightmares of Finnegan Quick

The back cover description boldly warns readers of what to expect: You probably shouldn’t read this book. Because it’s going to get creepy fast… No kidding! THE NIGHTMARES OF FINNEGAN QUICK features Finn’s first person narration. He’s having nightmares and … Continue reading

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THE MINOR MIRACLE and THE MINOR RESCUE

A fun exciting two-book series that has all the elements young readers enjoy: Endearing characters with Noah Minor and his two best friends Rodney and Haley, frequent illustrations providing a visual addition to the story, and a “can’t wait to … Continue reading

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