Why I Picked It Up: The cover. Yep, judged this one by the cover and I am glad I did. What a gem. The pink catchy title is one thing, but the most hideous, gelatinous creature with grumpy-man face made me *literally* LOL. After reading about the book, I knew it had to be mine. […]
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Book Review: Max the Brave, by Ed Vere
Why I Picked It Up: I definitely judged this book by it’s cover. Those who know me know I am not a lover of cats, but this one made me smile. His eyes, stance, and cape had me amused. Plus, Sherry and I seem to have an unexplainable thing for superheroes. Why I Finished It: […]
Book Review: Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast, by Josh Funk
Why I Picked It Up: My son and I were studying in the children’s section in Barnes & Noble, when he looked up and pointed at a display shelf and hollered, “MOM! Totally a book for you!” It’s official, my son is completely aware of my quirky taste in books and there are varied authors […]
Book Review: Monster Needs Your Vote, by Paul Czajak
Why I Picked It Up: It’s October! This means the beginning of my favorite few months, not just for family, food, and celebration, but because of seasonal picture books. I love to peruse the book displays in our local Barnes and Noble. There are always the old favorites, but every year there are new holiday […]
Book Review: The Day the Crayons Came Home, by Drew Daywalt
Why I Picked It Up: I honestly held off as long as possible. As soon as I found out that Drew Daywalt made another Crayon book I knew I had to have it! Why I Finished It: I didn’t just finish it, I read it a few times and studied the drawings by Oliver Jeffers. […]
Book Review: The Genius Files by Dan Gutman
** Contact us if you would like to have one of our engaging mentor text sessions come to your campus! ** Why I Picked It Up: Two reasons. First, the author is a favorite of mine and my son, he makes both of us giggle as we read. Second, the twins in the book are named […]