Blood in the Water marks an impressive middle-grade debut from Tiffany D. Jackson, delivering a sharp, suspenseful mystery filledwith social commentary and emotional depth. Read on for a spoiler-free book review of Tiffany D. Jackson’s Blood in the Water. Set on Martha’s Vineyard, a place long known as a haven and cultural refuge for the…
Reimaginings of literary classics are always a risk, but Beth Is Dead takes that risk and runs with it in a way that feels bold, unsettling, and surprisingly emotional. Read on for a spoiler-free review of the novel Beth is Dead, by Katie Bernet and published by Simon & Schuster. This modern retelling of Little…
Winter is the perfect time to introduce cozy tales to children. The Snowman Code is a new novel that updates an old snowman tale and could be a great gift to make those long winter afternoons go by faster. Read on for a spoiler-free review of the novel The Snowman Code, published by Simon &…
Some books don’t just survive time passing by; they become part of how we understand kindness, friendship, and the small joys that make life worth living. A. A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh stories have done exactly that. This special 100th anniversary bind-up edition brings together both Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner in one volume, and…
In a world where representation matters, the power of literature in celebrating diversity and empowering marginalized voices cannot be underestimated. However, in recent years, a wave of empowering books has emerged, showcasing the strength, resilience, and magic of Black girls. These books celebrate their experiences, triumphs, and challenges, offering readers an opportunity to immerse themselves…
Kids latch onto their favorites fast. Sometimes it’s a singer whose songs they won’t stop humming. Sometimes it’s an athlete they’ve only seen for five minutes on TV but have suddenly decided is their whole personality. The Littlest Fans series leans into that reality in a really lovely way, creating gentle, colorful introductions to public…
The Board book It’s Time for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by Lilibeth M. Jimenez is a colorful and heartfelt that cheerfully introduces young readers to the traditions of Día de los Muertos. Through the eyes of of a little girl named Meli, children follow along as she and her family prepare…
It’s Christmas, David! captures everything parents and kids love about the holiday season. It’s the excitement, the chaos, and those hilarious moments that come with trying to be “good” when it’s just so much fun to be a little bit naughty. In this festive board book, David is doing his best to stay on Santa’s…
Reading the book Nobody’s Girl was one of the hardest experiences I’ve ever had with a memoir. It is triggering, devastating, and at times almost unbearable to get through. This is not because of the writing, but because of the unbearable truth it contains. Virginia Roberts Giuffre’s voice is raw, unfiltered, and achingly human and…
Moving is hard at any age, but for a middle grader, it can feel like the end of the world. Leaving behind friends, familiar places, and everything that feels safe can be overwhelming. Winging It by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter perfectly captures that feeling of being uprooted and starting over somewhere completely…
