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Albert Camus

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.

Showing posts with label Kids Moments. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kids Moments. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Kingdom Keepers Inheritance: The Shimmer by Ridley Pearson

With their friend missing and their parents acting strangely, the Kingdom Kids discover they are in possession of unusual powers as they forge a bond to rescue their friend and uncover the truth about how real magic has entered their lives.


Monday, January 23, 2023

another (great) international adventure!City of the Dead (City Spies #4) by James Ponti

"Again, this author does a fantastic job of placing a story that keeps you guessing as you read each page, writes characters that are great to root for, and keeps you guessing till the end how the whole mystery will play out." Jan, Goodreads

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Kenzie's Kingdom by Shea Fontana, Sil Brys (Colorist), Agnes Garbowska (Illustrations), Rebecca Taylor (Editor)

The Science Fiction, Fantasy, and spooky stories young readers imprint from VAULT Comics!
Count on a flurry of activity around all WONDERBOUND original graphic novel middle grade titles!
Here’s a list of all of the titles & authors you should check out!


Monday, December 12, 2022

Her latest and greatest plan... Keyana Loves Her Family by Natasha Tarpley, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow (Illustrator)

"The emotions and scenes come across well and put Keyana and her family in a lovely light.[...]
The illustrations are bright, cheerful, and give enough details to bring readers back and experience the story on their own. [...]
Each scene balances well with the text to make this a great book to read aloud." Tonja, Goodreads

Saturday, May 2, 2020

Hundredth (Pillow Stories from Heaven #2) by Tom Aish

At bedtime with family or in a group, both children and parents will delight in listening to the unusual adventures of Hundredth as he goes from one personal transformation to the next.



Take a journey through the world- Escucha Means Listen by Talia Aikens-Nunez

"What a cute book! This is a fun way to teach children about sounds as well as Spanish and English terms for those sounds. The illustrations are bright and cheerful and illustrate the words perfectly." - Heidi, Goodreads


Monday, April 27, 2020

the true meaning of friendship - Sophie Washington: My BFF by Tonya Duncan Ellis

"As soon as I started reading Sophie Washington: My BFF, I knew my 11-year-old niece would love it! Akin to the Junie B. Jones series for middle-graders, this book by Tonya Duncan Ellis, is about a girl and her friends, but it’s written in such a way that boys and girls alike would enjoy it." Gina P., Goodreads

Saturday, April 11, 2020

magic can be wrong... Clifton Chase and the Arrow of Light by Jaimie Engle

"This isn't just a book for kids as it has great lessons for adults in it as well. Clifton Chase and the Arrow of Light will pull you right into a world filled with sea creatures and fire-breathing dragons." Scott Stevens, Goodreads


Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Harry loves to race around the streets of... Dog Tow by Debbie Richardson

"I really had a great time reading Debbie Richardson's work. It was the light-hearted, fun read that I needed right now. I know my kiddo is going to love laughing at this book as much as I did." Meaghan, Goodreads



see how Elle ties all her passions together - Elle of Portuana by Samuel Narh

"I like this book because I think it will peak children’s imagination and provide parents with an opportunity to reinforce the importance of being stewards to this beautiful world, appreciating its beauty, saving your money and living with passion." Suzanne H., Goodreads


Wednesday, March 25, 2020

to escape... or not? Skyclyffe by Z. Moss

Before long, Rex will be forced to decide whether to escape, or if Skyclyffe and its secret wonders are worth never stepping foot on Earth again.



Thursday, March 19, 2020

Magic and adventure abound in... Dragon Lad: Tale of the Talisman by J C Stevens

Fast-paced and funny, "Dragon Lad: Tale of the Talisman" is a modern classic that can be read alone or as a companion to the first novel in the trilogy, "Dragon Lad: The Thirteenth Egg."


Thursday, March 12, 2020

you may not see... Wobbly Willie Bakes a Cake by Richard Quisenberry

What makes me special, you may not see:
my brain; my heart; the good in me.
All covered by a layer of skin, embracing diversity is where change begins. 



Monday, January 13, 2020

Your life will never be the same again... The Frights of Fiji (Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions #1) by Sunayna Prasad

"The author truly has a great imagination and has written a wonderful story!! [...] It's a quick and fun read! [...] The story has a lot of twists and turns - and the use of your imagination to visualize some things in the book makes it even better." - Sue B., Goodreads

Thursday, October 17, 2019

"Don’t grow up, folks! It’s a trap." - Misadventures in Auckland Series by Barbara Russell

"Ms. Russell’s writing is extremely vivid and my inner-child had no problem stepping in Tess’s shoes, visualizing and sensing everything she’s going through; which is why my inner-child and I are giving this author the 5 STARS she’s getting." - RobinLeigh, Goodreads

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

the hero he's always wanted to be - Roger Mantis by Tom Alan Brosz


Roger has school on Monday, the carnival comes to town next week, and his baseball team is poised to play their biggest rival in one week. Being a giant bug will seriously cramp Roger’s style!


Friday, February 8, 2019

Windhollow and the Axe Breaker (Windhollows, #3) by Trayner Bane

"Calling all middle-graders! If you love danger, unusualbeasts, and magical powers, then Windhollows is the place for you. Ridealong with hero, Billy, as he learns who stole his powers - and what heplans on doing about it!" - Chanticleer Reviews

Monday, February 4, 2019

one day she will become a fairy - Fairy in Waiting (Fairy Mom and Me #2) by Sophie Kinsella

"Joyful read... [...] My daughter could relate to the incidents happening inside it... And she was hoping that how she wishes me to be a fairy mummy... Lovely book... We had a memorable mother - daughter moment today by reading your book..." Anu, Goodreads

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

the unsettling truth... Metl: The Angel Weapon by Scott Wilson

Thirteen-year-old Caden Aire spends his days working in the fields and his nights sleeping in a horse stable, all under the watch of Metl—Earth's mysterious and artificial second moon, a looming relic of humanity's lost era


Monday, December 17, 2018

magical spells, mysterious beasts, and witch-hungry spiders! - The Blue Witch (The Witches of Orkney #1) by Alane Adams

“An enchanting new book full of magical mischief and adventure, Alane Adams’s The Blue Witch is guaranteed to please” ―Foreword Clarion Reviews
“Bright, brave characters star in this exhilarating tale of magic and mystical creatures.” ―Kirkus Reviews