Book Review:The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell

It was released in July. GLEE fans will certainly recognize the name Chris Colfer (aka Kurt Hummel), but what you may not know is that he has taken-up to writing books: middle grade style! Apparently this animated adventure has been in the works for years, since Colfer was in grade school himself, imagining what the... Continue Reading →

Haunted Reads: Middle Grade Books

This week, for our October Book of the Month, we're bringing you some great Haunted Reads book suggestions! Today, since it's also Middle Grade Monday, we're featuring some great MG suggestions: Coraline by Neil Gaiman Coraline's often wondered what's behind the locked door in the drawing room. It reveals only a brick wall when she... Continue Reading →

The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano by Sonia Manzano

It’s a pivotal time in America’s history.  Set in the Spanish Harlem, 1969, Sesame Street star Sonia Manzano’s first novel follows the fiery and free-spirited heart of 14-year-old Evelyn Serrano.  With the help of her brassy grandma, Evelyn is caught up in the action and activism of the Young Lords fiery protests in her neighborhood,... Continue Reading →

Book Review: The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano

It’s a pivotal time in America’s history.  Set in the Spanish Harlem, 1969, Sesame Street star Sonia Manzano’s first novel follows the fiery and free-spirited heart of 14-year-old Evelyn Serrano.  With the help of her brassy grandma, Evelyn is caught up in the action and activism of the Young Lords fiery protests in her neighborhood,... Continue Reading →

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