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WE THE SEA TURTLES

On islands around the world—from Manhattan to Phillip Island, Australia, to Komodo Island and beyond—eight children face life-changing moments: escaping a flood; embracing their identity; discovering that the adults in their lives can ease the burden of their eco-anxiety. And … Continue reading

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Emma and the Love Spell

Emma and the Love Spell is a fun and engaging story about a preteen who has a big secret: She’s a witch. Korean American adoptee Emma has powers that are always out of control. Her non-magical parents have made her … Continue reading

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Game Face

Jonah is 13 and wants to succeed as a hockey goalie, maybe eventually going pro. His best buddy, Ty, is also pursuing this dream. Jonah, though, has anxiety issues that have worsened since his mom was killed in a car … Continue reading

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MISGUIDED

This one came recommended to me not through the publisher or a publicist, but from an almost 13-year-old who had just finished a Kindle version of the book. The tale is set in a fictional town of Braxton, a tourist … Continue reading

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HISPANIC STAR: SONIA SOTOMAYOR

A fascinating and revealing journey following Sonia Sotomayor’s rise in becoming a Supreme Court Justice. It’s an engaging read that will appeal to young readers not only for the content but also for the length at just 112 pages. Six … Continue reading

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A LOOK BACK & A LOOK FORWARD

HAPPY LABOR DAY! I had a title scheduled for today until the publisher delayed its release until early 2024. They asked that I do the same with my review. I could have shuffled the lineup for this month, but decided … Continue reading

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TOO MUCH TRASH

I try and get a good early morning hike in before the rush of the day gets going. Coming across animals like rabbits and squirrels along with the occasional coyote are common, and last winter I had a stare down … Continue reading

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Kids ALMANAC 2024 (plus a GIVEAWAY)

Buy | Goodreads The New York Times best-selling Almanac is packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, National Geographic exclusives, games, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, and more.  This new edition features:   Check out https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/books/article/almanac-2024 for more information … Continue reading

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THE CURIOUS MYSTERIES OF ELI MARKS

The original Eli Marks series follows the magic and mystery solving of Eli Marks. Well-received by the intended audience of older readers, you can find all 8 books along with an extensive podcast collection at the Eli Marks Mysteries website. … Continue reading

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SOMEBODY TO LOVE

A banjolele is a very unique four-stringed musical instrument. It has a body like a small banjo, and the neck similar to a ukulele. This expanded picture book is the story of how artist Valerie June and a banjolele became … Continue reading

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