Reviews written by Sara Perrera, Staff Reviewer

The Snow Man follows the story of billy barr (he does not capitalize his name), an unassuming man who finds solace in the solitude of the Rocky Mountains. His companions are a skunk and a pine marten, the only residents of the abandoned shack he calls home. Bored and cut...

Having grown up reading Strega Nona I was excited to have the opportunity to review Merry Christmas, Strega Nona, and reconnect with a piece of my childhood. Strega Nona is preparing for the Christmas Day feast in her home. Her assistant Big Anthony is...

An informative book for young readers, My Incredible India tells the story of India's heritage through the eyes of Thara and her grandmother. Author Jasbinder Bilan covers a wide range of topics about India, including the landscapes and traditions of the country. I especially loved the pages dedicated to food...

Little Mole has invited three important guests to his feast. He makes sure his table is filled with the most delicious foods. He reserves three of the chairs for his special guests of honor. Little Mole's friends are curious about who these seats are reserved for but...

After experiencing the devastating loss of her mother Flora Maxwell is struggling to cope with her grief. Adding to her emotional turmoil Flora's best friend Gordon reveals he has romantic feelings for her. Overwhelmed with life Flora impulsively leaves her family and goes to Miami for a...

All of us have been there when everything that could go wrong does. Gorry Rory Fangface is having one of those days. The day started with Gory Rory Fangface not getting a good night's sleep, and then things got worse as he didn't have cereal for breakfast, and it rained...

Olivia Wolf is an engaging graphic novel aimed at younger readers. Olivia is a werewolf who lives in Monstrocity with her family including her baby brother. Olivia and her supernatural friends attend a school where strange things happen, like a teacher disappearing and weird odors. Both mysteries are solved by...

Frankie's mother is a journalist who travels for her job to cover breaking news. While her mom is away, Frankie decides to create her own news show. She enlists the help of her toys and cat, which is silly and cute. Then, just like her mom, Frankie investigates a breaking...

Cross My Heart and Never Lie captures that period between adolescence and the teen years so perfectly. Tuva is a twelve-year-old girl living with her dad in Norway. She is looking forward to starting 7th grade with her best friends Bao and Linnea. Earlier in...

There is a tendency for early chapter books to be a bit boring because the text is repetitive, and the plots are not always that engaging but Frank and Bean defy those stereotypes. Frank and Bean are back for their third book featuring their fun...

The story begins on Lunar New Year where we meet siblings Meimei and Gege. They are excited about the new year celebration and as readers, we can learn more about their cultural traditions. What I Liked: Although I am familiar with Lunar New...

It's hard to have a little brother or sister, someone who is always messing up your things, but the book The Little Magician teaches us a lesson about appreciating your siblings. Sophia looks like an ordinary girl but she is an amazing magician who...

This was my first introduction to the Toon Graphics series and I love how it takes the legend of Paul Bunyan and incorporates it into a graphic novel. What I Liked: The legend of Paul Bunyan and his ox Babe is well-known,...

As a parent, I have experienced a rambunctious child wide awake and wanting to play in the middle of the night so Sleeping Is Not for Me! resonated with me. The story is of a little elephant who lives in the savannah with his...

Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week is described as reminiscent of Pippi Longstocking, and I believe that is an accurate statement. There is just something about one of the main characters Rani that gives off Pippi vibes and her energy and personality are the star of...