A Bee in a Matchbox by Cynthia Zordich is a children’s book about an unlikely friendship between a dog and a bee. One day, a dog encountered a bee buzzing around and was scared. The big black dog had been warned about bees. The bee...

An Ode to Cleve is penned by author John Paul McKinney in the adventure, animals, and drama genres. It is intended for young independent readers. Readers are introduced to sixth grader Nicholas Tullamore, whose struggle with stuttering and relentless bullying has driven him to despair....

Alphakazoo by Edgar Garcia and Darya Shch is an amazing children’s picture book. The animals come to life wonderfully, teaching kids new words and introducing the very best forms of alliteration. From Ava the alligator trying to stay away from angry aliens and Freddy the...

In A Colourful Garden by Ophelia Bard, we are introduced to a young carrot who just feels out of place in her home. Everyone around her is a beautiful rich green while she is a bright orange that stands out. All she wants is to...

Have you ever hesitated to do something you love due to fear of failure and being judged by others? Akash and Mila and the Big Jump is a children's story about two kids who feel just like you. Written by Anthony C. Delauney, the picture...

Change can be hard for some but for others, it can be exhilarating. In Adrian's Odyssey by Diane Belinfanti, inspired by the life of the author, the reader will see through the eyes of nine-year-old Adrian as he’s faced with his family’s decision to move...

Lift your spirits with Pina Bird's charming Christmas tale, A Palm Tree's Christmas Wish. Located in a small New England town is Graham's Nursery, where the annual delivery of Christmas trees from the Vermont Tree Farm springs a surprise this year. A palm tree named...

In Sarah Allison's children's book, Audrey-Saurus and the Bedtime Situation, Audrey likes to do things her own way. She's happy to do all her daily activities - from painting to playing tag - except getting ready for bed. Baths, hair washing, and quiet time are...

Alyssa's Wishes is the second book in A Michaels Middle School Story series by Susan Read. While making good grades and assuring her teachers everything is all right in her home life, Alyssa is making wishes for a change in her circumstances. Though her dad...

Everyone has accidents; some are small and insignificant, while others are large and serious. Most people struggle with the emotions that follow an accident. Jennifer E. Stupey's children’s picture book, Accidents Happen, helps children recognize and learn how to handle those emotions. One may have...