Type: chapter bookAges: 12-14Author: Jason F. Franz I must begin by saying Franz is a clever writer with an ability to infuse humor in unlikely places. Some of his similes made me audibly laugh. It was quippy and upbeat a…
– Jump down to the spoiler-free summaries. – Read on to discover a delightful series that is a practically perfect read-aloud. It would also make a lovely gift, because the physical books are gorgeous! Below I’ll answer as many questions as I…
Type: chapter bookAges: 7-12Author: Jonathan RogersIllustrators: Joe Hox (interior), Stephen Crotts (cover), Abe Goolsby (map) *This was in an exaggerated “so ugly” (think: yo mama) story told around a campfire, when a woman practiced kissing a cow so that she’d have enough gumption to…
Type: chapter bookAges: mature 12+Author: Jack London Jack London is a phenomenal communicator. His stories are filled with perfectly-crafted descriptions that envelope readers into the scene. We feel the cold, see the bleak, hear the animals, smell the blood. White…
Type: historical fiction novelAges: 11+Author: Elizabeth George Speare Parents are, as always, welcome to cast my age suggestions aside for their specific circumstances! But I wanted to further note that the sweet spot for this book might be a little…
Type: chapter bookAges: 12+Author: Clare Vanderpool You guys, this book. WOW. It was one of my favorite “pre-reads” all last year. To be honest, I’d heard of the title for a while but didn’t prioritize it after hearing iffy things…
Type: picture bookAges: 4-8Author & Illustrator: Steven Kellogg This book is guaranteed to bring some giggles from your young listeners! The tall tales told of Davy Crockett’s wife include winning a marathon as a one-year-old, swimming underwater for an hour,…
Note: This review will have more spoilers than my average book thoughts, because it’s impossible not to give adequate details for parents without them. Read at your own risk. 🙂 Type: chapter bookAges: 12+Author: J.L. Thaxton Not going to lie,…
Type: family devotionalAges: 6+Author: Kate HoxIllustrator: Joe Hox Never in a million years will studying God’s attributes get old. The Hox team walks us through 52 different aspects of His character in an inviting way. Viewing the entries together gives…
Type: chapter bookAges: 8+Author: Maryrose WoodIllustrator: Giulia Ghigini *This veered too over the line for me–you know the line our generation always talks about? Self-love, self-care, be true to yourself, follow your heart, etc. But it does partially improve by…
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