Reviews written by Sara Perrera, Staff Reviewer

The Yellow Road is a whimsical picture book by author and illustrator Sven Nordqvist. The story follows Sam, a young boy who wakes up in a strange land and has no idea how to get home. He meets a mysterious guide who instructs him to follow the yellow road all...

Gymnastica Fantastica! by Briony Stewart is an engaging picture book that will captivate young readers. Gymnastica is a young person who loves to leap, twirl, jump, and perform all their gymnastic moves for their dog. Gymnastica may not always nail their moves (a.k.a. wobbly headstands and hula-hoop fiascos), but they...

The Treasure Hunt: True Stories of Treasures Lost, Stolen and Found by Leisa Stewart-Sharpe is an interactive non-fiction book that takes readers on a quest across the globe while they attempt to stop a ghost from stealing Captain Kidd’s treasure. One of the book’s greatest...

Katie Bernet’s debut novel, Beth is Dead, reinvents the classic Little Women. This modern retelling centers on Beth March’s death and the subsequent murder investigation. With its multiple perspectives and flashbacks, the story is captivating. On New Year’s Day, Beth is discovered dead in...

Jazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa Bagley is a charming graphic novel that promotes self-love and staying true to oneself. Jazzy is a witch who struggles with one of the most basic witch expectations: flying a broom. To make matters worse, her parents run the broom store in...

When Autumn Comes by Ekaterina Trukhan is a delightful picture book that is part of the My Favorite Season series. It celebrates the beauty and activities of Fall. What I Liked: The text is simple and appropriate for its target audience. The illustrations...

Montgomery Bon Bon: Mystery at the Manor by Alasdair Beckett-King is a hilarious and witty middle-grade mystery novel, the third installment in the series. Montgomery Bon Bon is really Bonnie, a 10-year-old girl who is an amateur detective complete with a fake mustache as her disguise. ...

Jon Agee's George and Lenny Are Always Together is a delightful picture book about the delicate balance of friendship, geared toward young readers. As the title suggests, George, a big, lovable bear, and Lenny, a small, curious rabbit, are always together. But one day, Lenny wonders what it would be...

At first glance, Wish You Were Her by Elle McNicoll might appear to be a sweet summer romance, but this book offers so much more depth that will truly capture a reader's heart. This is the second book I've read by Elle McNicoll, and I was delighted to see that...

The Big Questions Answered series is quickly becoming one of my favorite nonfiction series. Each book poses a question that immediately captures a reader's attention. The title itself is so exciting – Can Volcanoes Turn the Moon Blue? It almost sounds like magic, but author Olivia Watson...

Big Questions Answered: Can Snakes Predict Earthquakes? by Eliza Jeffery is the kind of non-fiction book that immediately sparks your interest with its intriguing title. It delves into the fascinating question of whether these reptiles possess the ability to sense impending earthquakes, as well as pages filled with fascinating snake...

Schooled by Jamie Sumner is a middle-grade novel that explores themes of grief, friendship, and new beginnings. The story centers on Lenny, a middle school-aged boy who is navigating the profound loss of his mother to cancer. His world shifts dramatically when he and his...

Gus and Glory is a beautiful middle-grade novel by Sarah Guillory that explores themes of change, family, and the unbreakable bond between a girl and her dog. Twelve-year-old Glory St. Romain's life is turned upside down when her mom suddenly leaves without a word, leaving...

Here Is A Book is a beautiful picture book by Elisha Cooper that won a Caldecott Honor. The book takes readers through the process of creating a story and having it published, as well as highlighting all the many people who have a role in the process. ...

The Lucky Day is the third book in the Seashell Key series by Lourdes Heuer aimed at emerging readers. The book is broken down into four acts with a different character being the focus of each act. Each act contains three chapters, with chapters being two to three pages—an...