I review children’s books from picture books to YA for Armadillo Magazine, The Children’s Book Review, iReadBooks Tours and was a former reviewer for the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Here you’ll find links to all of those reviews, guest posts, author interviews and giveaways.
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Book Review: Soso and the Kako Leaf
Title: Soso and The Kako Leaf | Author: Bella Disu | Illustrator: Awele Emili | Genre: Picture Book | Publisher: Soso and The Kako Leaf | Publication Date: June 2022 Book Description: Follow the life of young Soso as she encounters mysteries and unearths traditions that have existed long before she was born. Be part of her adventures as she gains confidence, self-esteem,…
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Five Things I Learned in Comedy Class
I like to think of myself as funny. Since I claim to write books that are “humorous and heartfelt” I better be able to deliver on both the laughs and tears. But recently, I realized that I didn’t know much about how or why humor works ― the types, structures and mechanics of funny writing. So,…
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Guest Post: Author Sarah V. Barnes
The author of She Who Rides Horses offers a rare insight into the moment the story of Naya, the first person to ride a horse, emerged as well as an excerpt from her gorgeously written epic novel. How the Story Began I did not intend to start writing a novel. Maybe work on a blog.…
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Book Review + Giveaway: She Who Rides Horses
Title: She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe (Book One) | Author: Sarah V. Barnes | Genre: Historical Fiction | Publisher: Lilith House Press | Publication Date: March 2022 Book Description: Set more than 6,000 years ago, She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe (Book One) begins the story of Naya, the first person to ride a horse.…
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Book Review + Giveaway: The Doktor’s Daughter
Title: The Doktor’s Daughter | Author: Nancy McDonald | Genre: Middle Grade (Historical Fiction) | Publisher: Iguana Books | Release Date: June 2022 Book Description: Tragedy brings Amelie Meyer back to Berlin. It’s been four years since she was forced to flee her home, leaving everything behind — including her father. Transformed by the Nazis, Berlin is now a drab and dangerous city, and Amelie…
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