"Ode to Icky" written by Maranda Russell and illustrated by Nicolas Peruzzo is a cute story about a girl making the best of a bad situation and teaches children to think about the consequences of their actions. Icky is like most cats, except for the...

The collection of poems entitled "Not afraid to Be Real" by Maranda Russell is obviously a daring statement on the diversified circumstances of a common man's life. The poems are fresh, both thematically and technically, and they leave the reader to muse on the truths...

From Both Sides: A Look into the World of Foster Care from Those Who Know It Best by Maranda Russell is insightful and stirring poetry. This book is divided into two parts; the first Foster Children and the second Foster Parents. The author brings her...

Petar: An Inspiring Story About an Unexpected Friendship by Maranda Russell is the story of Petar, a boy with a disability and his story of friendship with Skyler. Petar joined his new school in grade 4 after Labor Day. He was always accompanied by Mrs....

Searching for the Truth by Maranda Russell is a quick read with a powerful punch. The poems and prose within will make you question your beliefs, and take another look at what you think you know. Before Your Eyes, the very first poem of all,...

Creepy, Funny & Just Plain Weird: Stories and Poems for Kids is written by Maranda Russell. Detective Schnauzer takes on the saucy case of the Killer Meatballs! Hiccup has a few odd remedies to cure yours. The poem Dessert Heaven will have you craving for...

Michael is grumpy all the time. He thinks the day is yucky though his mom thinks it is a beautiful day as she opens the curtains. He does not think the bacon is crispy enough while having his breakfast. Michael slams the bathroom door when...