Susana Illera Martínez's new book, Lala: A Different Kind of Lizard/ Una Lagartija Diferente is a story that celebrates individuality. Lala's family consists of her mom, dad, and two sisters. Lala goes to school and plays at the pond, but Lala has an unusual friend,...

Pets provide great company and are a source of comfort for children, even when they are facing difficult life lessons. Keep in mind that a pet is a big responsibility, so it's best to talk to children in plain terms before adopting any kind of...

The Difference is a romance about finding your future by investigating your past. C. D’Angelo has structured a genetic scavenger hunt throughout the book, leaving readers clues before the mystery is solved. Rachel is a New York psychiatrist who is stuck in a slump, and...

Michael Deeb shares his walk with Christ with readers. One of the things that jumped out to me was the way the Deeb’s turned to God in prayer. They specifically prayed for a house. They not only prayed for Mike’s family, Mike asked God specific...

This is a charmingly illustrated book with an important message for children and adults alike: no matter what your abilities and/or disabilities, everyone has something to offer to someone else. Buster, a blind, aged dog, is assisted by a deaf kitten, snowball. They watch out for...

"A Diary with a Difference" by Martin Line is an interesting juxtaposition of two diaries - a contemporary one by Judith Thomas, a slightly reserved 20-year-old with a keen eye for political comment, and the 17th century account by Jane McCarthy, one of Judith’s forbears,...

"Zippy's Big Difference," written by Candida Sullivan and illustrated by Jack Foster, is an excellent story that is geared for children, but will teach both children and adults valuable lessons. Zippy prays that the rain will stop and the clouds will go away. However, he...

A Different Light: The Vietnam War From A Woman's Point of View by Jennifer Thomas is based on the author's personal experiences during the Vietnam War. The book introduces readers to the concepts of war, military and civilian life, the Red Cross, and the Vietnamese...

Dogs of a Different Collar by Marti Regan is about two girls living in two different backgrounds. They adopt a poodle puppy from the same litter. Abby takes the pup with a green collar. Abby feels sorry leaving the pup with the pink collar back...

Everyone looks different and behaves differently too. It’s what makes us unique as individuals. That is what Sarah Curry Rathel shares in her children’s book called There’s Something Different About My Hair. This fun story does not have an action or drama setting like other...

My Family Is Different by Jessica Marie Baumgartner is an informative as well as educational book for kids that tells them how each family is different. The book shows how the little girl learns about her family and also about the families of her friends,...

Bearly Different is a children’s picture book written and illustrated by Kayla Carbone and Janine Carbone. Henry is going to the park with his family. They are going to have a picnic, and Henry is carrying a basket of food and a blanket. When he...

A wonderful guide for the new teacher, Felicia Saffold’s Becoming the Difference in a Hopeful Classroom is an insider’s look into the true reality of entering the classroom as its leader. Peppered with her personal experiences, starting as a child with a true love of...

A Different Truth by Annette Oppenlander takes place in 1968, the year when the Vietnam War was at its bloodiest. Along with his best friend Tom, sixteen-year-old Andy Olson is banished to Palmer Military Academy. Oppenlander deftly weaves an insightful coming of age story in...

Everything is Different by Ann Morris is a delightful story that will encourage readers to travel and explore new places. Brett is visiting England with his dad. As they are on the plane and once they land, Brett observes a lot of new things which...

I Love Being Different is the first book in the Lolli’s Happy Heart Rhymes series, written in rhyme by Elena Paige and illustrated by Josef Hill. Each of the book’s poems comprises eight lines, presented by Lolli and Licorice from the Land of Color. The...

Making A Difference: Reflecting on the Past, Thinking of the Future is a non-fiction memoir written by James L. Hecht. Hecht began his career as a chemical engineer with DuPont, but he has since held a number of academic appointments and advisory roles. He is...

The Logic of Murder: What a Difference a Day Makes: My Life with Universe, Book 1 by Michael Ludlow is an historical mystery set in the 1960s. GP Walker was at a crossroads in his life, and he wasn't quite ready to make a decision....

Author Dawn Brotherton has taken her love for playing fastball as a child and her background in the Air Force to create Margie Makes a Difference (Lady Tigers) (Volume 2). Margie Makes a Difference is a part of the Lady Tigers book series. This series...

Jake is Different, written by Rosita Bird, follows a young boy named Jake. Jake has autism and he is starting school for the first time. Going to school is a different experience for Jake, and he doesn't like the noise the children make. Jake doesn't...