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 + Giveaway: Kelcie Murphy and The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts
Title: Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts | Author: Erika Lewis | Genre: Middle Grade | Publisher: Starscape | Release Date: March 1, 2022 | ISBN: 9781250208262 Publisher’s Book Summary: A 2023 Teacher Favorites Winner (6th-8th Grade) for the Children’s Book Council Brimming with Celtic mythology, action, and danger, Erika Lewis’s Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for…
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Book Review + Giveaway: How to Make a Sandwich
Title: How to Make a Sandwich | Author & Illustrator: Lorena M. Proia | Genre: Picture Book | Publisher: Lorena M. Proia | Release Date: December 2023 | ISBN: “A beautifully illustrated story that children and caregivers alike will savor.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “How to Make a Sandwich is a delightful celebration of the simple pleasures of childhood. Its themes of family, creativity, and perseverance, combined…
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Just Write for Kids Reviews Allen the Alien
Seeing stars (& disco lights) after reading Just Write for Kids’ fabulous review of Allen the Alien!!! This picture book stands out as unique for so many reasons. It has a cool edginess about it, yet maintains a wholesome, well-rounded story. Far out, am I right?!?! Check out this other-worldly review from kidlit super star,…
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The Book Muse Reviews Allen the Alien
Such a lovely review of Allen the Alien from Ashleigh at The Book Muse. I really couldn’t have said it better myself! Kids will love this fun story, and readers of all ages will find something in the book that they can relate to or understand, making it a book that will be good to…
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Book Review + Giveaway: A New Friend for Dragon
Title: A New Friend for Dragon | Author: Bianca Schulze | Illustrator: Samara Hardy | Genre: Picture Book | Publisher: Clever Publishing | Release Date: August 20, 2024 | ISBN: 9798888670934 Publisher’s Book Summary: In this most recent tale in Clever’s beloved Dragon series, a new knight has come to town! Sir Fiero wears smooth, shiny armor and has a…
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