It’s April! A month singing with cherry-aliveness. Today’s lovely picture books likewise offer gladness, imagination, and sparkle for readers young and old. Drink deeply! The Barnabus Project, written and illustrated by The Fan Brothers published in 2020 by Tundra I …
Tag: fantasy
a trio of charmers for small fry
For those who love a little pixie dust in their stories, these three charmers are sure to bring a smile! Chirri & Chirra Under the Sea, written and illustrated by Kaya Doi, translated from the Japanese by David Boyd published …
a winter’s tale…frosty favorites for all ages
Welcome to January, a month of fresh starts, frosty weather, and candlelight. Especially this year, it’s a great month to hunker down and protect others by staying cozy at home. To that end, I’ve got a blizzard of books set …
wonder, warmth, and wit…a dozen treats for summer reading stacks
I’ve got a dozen scrumptious picture books today. I hope you can locate at least a few of them for your crew! First up, five that celebrate the splendors of nature: Green on Green, written by Dianne White, illustrated by …
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a batch of fiction gems
Over the last few months I’ve read a few new or new-ish pieces of children’s fiction that I’ve mightily enjoyed. I’m passing them along to you today in the hopes that if you’re in need of something fresh book-wise, you …
a big bookshelf — suggested reads for the teens in your life
Today, after several requests, I’ve got some reading suggestions for ages 14 and up. My caveat here is that I read almost zero of the current YA titles, so if you’re looking for recently-published YA books, this is not your …
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a March melange
Today I’ve got a batch of books to add spice to your March reading stacks. Let’s get started with some hints of spring. March in Minnesota did not come roaring in like a lion this year. It has been warmer …
fiction faves…a variety pack
It’s time for another posting of fiction I’ve enjoyed recently. As I mentioned on Monday, today’s mix contains a mix of vintage and contemporary. There’s some fantasy, a bit of humor, and one graphic novel. Hope you find something grand! …
a flurry of books to curl up with in December
Today I’ve got one last whack of any time, any day books for 2019. If your time and reading stacks are overfull now, be sure to check out these gems after the holidays. Saturday, written and illustrated by Oge Mora …
a jumble of fiction favorites
Today’s fiction list jumps all over the place: fantasy, sci fi, historical, contemporary and multicultural titles; graphic novels, imported novels, books in translation. Reading a variety of genres is refreshing and full of surprises. Some books usher me into the …
