Friendship and Adventure, Reviewing Thistle: A Curious Peep by Robert Wasilewski
Thistle: A Curious Peep is a wonderfully spun tale that celebrates the beauty of curiosity and the bonds of friendship and family. From the moment my children cracked open the cover, they were absolutely swept away by Thistle’s adventures and the colorful cast of characters he encounters along the way. The author’s way of writing […]
Stefanie Gamarra – How to Grow a Marshmallow Tree Book Spotlight
How to Grow a Marshmallow Tree Join Amelia and her best friend, Paco the polar bear, on a tooth-aching adventure in a world where cotton candy clouds and ice cream slides are just the beginning. When they are almost running out of their favorite treat, marshmallows, Amelia’s wild imagination leads the friends to an idea: […]
Interviewing Debut Author Renée DeVincent, Newly Released Twiggy and the Lost Socks
Today we dive into the imaginative world created by talented author and illustrator, Renée DeVincent. Twiggy and the Lost Socks is a charming story, both in written word and illustration. The themes of the story and the vibrant illustrations are the focal points of our conversation. Renée explains how this theme is infused into the illustrations. Through […]
A Book Review: Building Empathy with Happy Makes Me Happy
From a psychological standpoint, Happy Makes Me Happy offers a serious lesson in emotional intelligence for children. It’s an exploration of empathy and its role in creating and maintaining positive relationships. The story and character choices are really engaging for children in understanding the importance of kindness and its ripple effect on the world around […]
A Gift Givers Recommendation: Yay… It’s My First Day of School!
Yay… It’s My First Day of School by Mr. B is a delightful present for any child entering the schooling years of their lives. The colorful pictures and the upbeat tone make it an instant hit! I found myself smiling while flipping through the pages myself, imagining the joy it would bring to a child […]
Guest Post with Mr. B’s Books, Twins with Love x2
New children’s book “Twins With Love x2” by Mr. B’s Books (Michael Barnes) is released, the story of twin little girls and the magic of their special bond that lasts forever. Twins With Love x2 by Michael Barnes, illustrated by Blinky, is a 40-page children’s book that tells the story of twin girls who share […]
Guest Post by Mr. B: Happy Makes Me Happy
A new children’s book, Happy Makes Me Happy by Michael Barnes, has been released! It is an endearing story of a dog named Happy and the valuable lessons of joy and kindness he provides. Happy Makes Me Happy by Michael Barnes, illustrated by Blinky, is a 32-page children’s book that tells the charming story of […]
Mr. B’s Books: Yay… It’s My First Day of School Guest Post
New children’s book Yay… It’s My First Day of School by Mr. B’s Books (Michael Barnes) is released, a joyful story of making friends, meeting teachers, and having a great first day. Another wonderful rhyming story from Mr. B about the excitement of the first day of school… Yay. The fourteen rhymes and fun illustrations […]
The Magic of the Tooth Fairy, an Interview with Jennifer Ballow
Jennifer Ballow is the author of Under My Pillow, an enchanting and unique take on the tooth fairy story. Jennifer’s journey as an author is steeped in a fusion of compassion, advocacy, and an innate talent for storytelling, all underpinned by her master’s degree in social work from the University of Texas at Austin. As […]
Interviewing the Author of Buckaroo Buckeye, Kristin Cetone
Kristin Anderson Cetone is the award-winning author of the children’s book Buckaroo Buckeye. She’s a Reading Specialist and the founder of Nuts About Reading™, an online reading service, aimed at enhancing children’s reading skills. Kristin’s mission, like her character Buckaroo Buckeye, is to inspire children to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams while navigating […]