I've read a few of Nina LaCour's previous books, so I didn't hesitate to begin reading her newest release. I didn't go into this book knowing what to expect other than some good writing, so I was plea…
Student Ambassador: The Missing Dragon is the perfect book for any tween looking for a quick read peppered with some adventure and intrigue. Parents will be happy to know that there is some educa…
Rutherford, Canine Comic is a humorous romp that pivots between moments of hilarity and heroism. The hero of the story, a basset hound named Rutherford, is brave, good-hearted, and immensely lova…
Bestiary is a book that holds the narrative of not just one character but several, weaving stories of the past with those of the present and sharing wisdom and life experiences from one generatio…
Although she's born a natural leader, Dagmar really struggles with change. She's a loyal friend and really misses her little support system back home when she has to move away for the summer.&nb…
Eighth grade is a hard place to be, and Celia and Tyrus each struggle with being different. In their real world, they are like chalk and cheese. They feel disconnected from the other kids …
Sgt Rico has transitioned from being a military working dog to a civilian pooch. He can't escape his military training or the lessons in leadership that he loved so much, although he's sure trie…
Forget Me Nat is a graphic novel by Maria Scrivan that is frankly, delightful. The illustrations are bright and fun and the storyflow is solid. Where graphic novels lean heavily on th…
One might predict Millionaires for the Month to be a book with little substance about greedy boys. However, the author, Stacy McAnulty, delivers an entertaining yet educational story. While most …
The Overstory by Richard Powers is a Pulitzer Prize Winner. It is literature with a capital "L": lengthy, at times opaque, layered, thematic, uniquely structured, nuanced. The first …
Dogchild is an end of the world tale but with a twist. Instead of the final battles being solely between humans or humans and aliens, this novel pits the final two tribes of humans ultimate…
Danny Constantino's First Date is a humorous story that chronicles one boy's romantic(ish?) journey as he stumbles, and is sometimes pushed, down the path towards true love. Or towards at least n…
