Book Review – The Fright Before Christmas: A Visit From Santa Clops by Gig Wailgum If you’re looking for a unique and entertaining holiday read for kids with a twist of spooky fun, The Fright Before Christmas by Gig Wailgum is the perfect pick. This children’s book offers a wildly imaginative take on the beloved […]

Book Review – The Reader by MK Harkins  Introduction to a Gripping YA Paranormal Adventure The Reader, the first book in MK Harkins’ The Immortal Series, kicks off with adrenaline, mystery, and the kind of intrigue that pulls readers in from the first line. Centered on 18-year-old Ann Baker, who wakes up with no memory […]

Discover the Supernatural Through Roald Dahl’s Curated Ghost Stories If you’re searching for spine-tingling tales with a classic literary edge, Roald Dahl’s Book of Ghost Stories is a must-read collection. While Dahl is best known for his imaginative children’s books, this haunting anthology reveals another side of his literary passion: the ghost story. Rather than […]

Book Review – Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu Release Date: September 2017Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary, Feminist FictionRecommended For: Teens, Parents, Educators, Feminist ReadersReviewed By: Nat A Quick Summary of Moxie In Moxie, Jennifer Mathieu delivers a fierce and timely story about standing up against sexism and embracing your inner power. The story follows Vivian Carter, a […]

Book Review: Glow by Megan E. Bryant – A Luminous Tale of Art, History, and Hidden Dangers Introduction: Two Girls, One Dangerous Secret In Glow, Megan E. Bryant masterfully weaves together a dual timeline narrative that spans over a century. This powerful young adult historical fiction novel follows two girls—Julie in the present and Lydia […]

Book Review: Neanderthal Opens the Door to the Universe by Preston Norton Introduction Preston Norton’s Neanderthal Opens the Door to the Universe is not your typical young adult novel. Bold, brutally honest, and unexpectedly moving, it dives deep into the chaos of teenage life while managing to be both hilarious and heartbreakingly relevant. This review […]

Book Review: Missing by Kelley Armstrong – A Gripping YA Thriller That Will Keep You Guessing Introduction: A Haunting Mystery from a Master Storyteller Kelley Armstrong, well-known for her paranormal series, ventures into the world of young adult thrillers with Missing, and the result is absolutely electrifying. Published in April 2017, Missing presents readers with […]

Book Review: Wither by Lauren DeStefano – A Dystopian Masterpiece Worth Re-Reading If you’re a fan of YA dystopian fiction with vivid world-building and emotional depth, Wither by Lauren DeStefano is a must-read—and a must-reread. As I revisited Wither ahead of diving into its sequel, Fever, I found myself even more captivated than the first […]

🌟 Book Review: Windfall by Jennifer E. Smith – When Love, Loss, and Luck Collide Introduction: Can One Ticket Change Everything? What would you do if your best friend won $140 million from a lottery ticket you bought as a joke? That’s the captivating premise of Windfall, a young adult contemporary novel by bestselling author […]

📚 Book Review: Within This Frame by Lindy Zart A witty, emotional, and empowering contemporary romance Release Date: December 2015Author: Lindy ZartGenre: Contemporary Romance, Adult FictionReviewed by: Kelli 🌟 Overview Within This Frame by Lindy Zart is a captivating contemporary novel that blends emotional growth, second chances, and witty banter in a way only Zart […]