THE BABY WITH THREE FAMILIES, TWO COUNTRIES, AND ONE PROMISE An International Adoption Story by JULIE GIANELLONI CONNOR Illustrated by Saman Chinthaka Weersinghe Genre: Children's Fiction / Picture Book / Adoption Publisher: Bayou City Press Date of Publication: December 9, 2020 Number of Pages: 40 pages Scroll down for Giveaway! The … Continue reading The Baby With Three Families – LSBBT
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Cleo Can Tie a Bow – by Sybrina Durant
Category: Children's Activity Book / Picture Book Date of Publication: September 25, 2020 Number of Pages: 39 pages Scroll down for Giveaway! AUTHOR INTERVIEW What cultural value do you see in books? Books (written words) are the backbone of civilized cultures everywhere. I don’t necessarily mean printed books although I personally prefer them over … Continue reading Cleo Can Tie a Bow – by Sybrina Durant
Underground Adventure (Below the Green, Book 1) by A. R. Hetherington
Finalist Book Talk Radio Club 2020 As I was reading this book, it was easy to see how it became a finalist. Also the reviews from the experts (those under the age of 12) are precious and spot on. This adventure happens in many layers. A simple ring that leads to a portal starts the … Continue reading Underground Adventure (Below the Green, Book 1) by A. R. Hetherington
The Caribou King by Christine Conrad Cazes
Finalist Book Talk Radio Club 2020 With the holiday season right around the corner, this needs to be on your list. This delightfully illustrated children’s book would be a bonus on any child’s shelf. It would make for a lovely bedtime or anytime story. With a touch of magic and whimsy, it gives children an … Continue reading The Caribou King by Christine Conrad Cazes
Two great books – Spider and Playdough! By Educator S. D. Burke
Spider….The Celebrity by S. D. Burke This adorable book will have you laughing and talking with your child about all the ways that you might be able to convince Spider for an autograph! Done with a tongue in cheek attitude that any one would enjoy (including me!) the possibilities are endless. SUMMARY You will never … Continue reading Two great books – Spider and Playdough! By Educator S. D. Burke
Ragel’s Brood & Naahla’s Pet by Antony Awtrey
I heard this author speak at the Indie Book Fest in Orlando, but he was talking about his adult books. When I went to the book sale, these two covers caught my eye (the Children’s Librarian resurfaced!). Tell me about these, I asked and he smiled, looked at his daughter sitting next to him and … Continue reading Ragel’s Brood & Naahla’s Pet by Antony Awtrey
Livi & Grace by Jennifer Lynch Illustrated by Missi Jay
From the first page the whimsical illustrations and lyrical prose make this book the perfect read aloud for a large variety of ages. It made me long for my days as a librarian so that I could see the faces of children as they enjoyed this lovely book. The main characters are two sisters who … Continue reading Livi & Grace by Jennifer Lynch Illustrated by Missi Jay
Sophie Washington Queen of the Bee by Tonya Duncan Ellis
Another book gem I discovered at the Texas Book Festival. This is the first book in this series and introduces us to 10-year old Sophie. When her parents push her into a spelling bee, Sophie pushes back until a challenge from an irritating classmate makes her dig in her heels. Throw in a best friend, … Continue reading Sophie Washington Queen of the Bee by Tonya Duncan Ellis
Discovering Witchetty Waters by Trisha J. Kelly
Here is the winner of the Book Talk Radio Club Best in Children's Books. Did you or your kids love Magic Tree House? If so as middle schoolers they will love this more mature series in that theme. With time travel, special creatures, magic and a glimpse of Aliens it has the potential to take … Continue reading Discovering Witchetty Waters by Trisha J. Kelly
Trainsurfer by Kate S. Richards
This author has not only created a wonderful story she has also filled a void in children’s literature. Talking about tough subjects with the younger people in our population is a daily struggle for parents, librarians and teachers. This book not only helps fill that gap but also gives the reader a poignant story. This … Continue reading Trainsurfer by Kate S. Richards
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