Stress kills! Too many parents fail to realize how stressful life has become for their children. There was a time when stress was foreign to children; now, stress is their chief problem. Carmel Shami realizes how much stress affects children and addresses this issue in...

Unlegendary Dragon is the first book of The Magical Kids of Lore series by R.L. Ullman. Twelve-year-old Connor Pendridge is particularly miffed when he and his mother move to the remote island town of Lore off the coast of New England. After enrolling in Lore...

Love Is: A Year-Long Experiment of Living Out 1 Corinthians Love by Kim Sorrelle is an exploration of living a life of love pursuant to one of the most profound thoughts written on the subject in Corinthians. The book is divided into fourteen chapters that...

Stand Tall: The Chronicles of Buster and Bean by Teju Akande is heartwarming and inspiring as it celebrates the uniqueness of human individuality. At the center of the story is young Buster, who lives in the village of Bon Mot with his mom, dad, and...

Susan Rogers and John Roosen’s Dead Man’s Pose is the first book of the Yoga Mat Mysteries. Tragedy strikes Elaina’s class when one of her students, Mario, dies when the class goes into a deep and tranquil state while transitioning into the final relaxation pose....

Keisha the Kind in My Little Sister Situation is yet another colorful addition to the Team Supercrew Series by Julie Ann Penn and Darren Penn. Danny, a young boy who loves reading comic books, is left with the responsibility of watching and taking care of...

Fae's Ascent is a work of fiction in the fantasy and adventure subgenres and forms the second novel in the Clover series. It is intended for the young adult reading audience and was penned by Nicole Kilpatrick. In this charming continuation of the series, we...

It's OK to Lose! is a wonderful educational story for children by Stephanie Chan on how to deal with losing in the everyday activities of life. The first thing I noticed and liked is the opening page. On this page, children can fill in the...

This book is a quick read with lots of excellent illustrations. Your child will enjoy learning about safety when out in public. Stephanie Chan wrote Staying with Adults Outside because she loves children and is concerned for their safety. Children can easily be distracted and...

Benny the Brave in The First Day Jitters (Team Supercrew Series) by Julie Anne Penn and Darren Penn highlights the important connection between our thoughts and feelings. In this engaging story, we meet Sarah, a young girl who is understandably nervous about starting a new...

I Am She Positive Affirmations Coloring Book for Black & Brown Girls by Kitty Arceneaux is an engaging affirmation-filled coloring book for girls of practically any age, and adult girls can take advantage of it, as well. Personally, I think this coloring book is awesome,...

In Signum: The Serpents of Caesar (Book 1) by T.R. Burgess, upon his return, Ericus Vedius Verendus discovered that The Watch had been in Iolia, threatening the way the people on the island lived. Even with treaties in place, the once peaceful harbors of Lignoran...

Camera, Speed...Action! by Michael Ray Davis is intended to be read as an insider's secrets to the real world of acting. Davis harnesses a lifetime of personal and professional experiences and compiles what he can into this story. It covers what it takes to be...

The Writer and the Librarian is a work of fiction in the fantasy, adventure, and mystery subgenres, and it forms the first novel of the Raven Society series. The work is suitable for both mature young adult and adult readers and was penned by R.L....

Awkward Avocado and the Interrupting Raptor, Awkward Avocado Series, Book 2 by C.J. Zachary, is a children’s illustrated book. It’s about two avocados (think big and little brother), and it’s written from the big avocado’s perspective. In a humorous fashion, he asks you, the reader...

Tainted Harvest by E. Denise Billups is the first book in the Simone Doucet series. Simone Doucet is a travel writer searching for a purpose in her life. A new assignment sees her heading off to Natchez, Mississippi, to the Magnolia Sunrise bed and breakfast....

Survive the Cursed is book one in the These Cursed Origins series by Ashton Abbott. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic dystopia where humanity is on the brink of extinction, and witches, zombies, vampires, and werewolves roam the lands looking to wipe out the...

In My Heart: A Book About Kindness by Julie Nichole, illustrated by Blueberry Illustrations, is an adorable children’s picture book. The story follows Katelyn and her dog Toby on an adventure as they explore ways to be kind to others. It can be a simple...

Proud to be Me by Kim Farrell features a caring and smart bee named Buzz who lives in the jungle and is surrounded by a variety of animal friends. With the help of his trusty hand mirror, he encourages his friends who have different shapes,...

Keith Stoeckeler’s picture book, The Sparkly Bun, is a clever way to teach young readers not only about being creative and using their imagination but also about building their self-esteem and being comfortable with who they are. The story is told in simple language so...