A charming book in rhyme, Zebra on the Go by Jill Nogales and illustrated by Lorraine Rocha shows what can happen when you overreact – and how a simple act of kindness can mend a friendship. An energetic read-aloud about the circus running away with itself! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all […]
As an Oregonian, I like to think I know a thing or two about rain. Especially after one of the worst — and wettest — winters on record! And though this rainier-than-usual winter has left me really craving sunshine, the beautiful new picture book Rain by Sam Usher reminded me of its beauty and its […]
An absolutely charming book about what it takes to be a parent, and how family is what you make it, I was absolutely enchanted by Daddy Honk Honk by Rosalinde Bonnet. In stores May 9th, here is the official synopsis: An arctic fox adopts a baby goose in this heartwarming read-aloud that’s perfect for Father’s […]
If time feels a little wibbly-wobbly this morning, that’s because the TARDIS has landed here at Novel Novice — with a batch of four new, adorable books featuring Doctor Who, and inspired by the beloved Mister Men and Little Miss books by Roger Hargreaves. This new series of Doctor Who books, written and illustrated by […]
Just in time for Mother’s Day comes a new picture book that celebrates all the things a mother (or any parent) does, and the way a young child perceives these things. Little ones love playing with their dolls! Celebrate that love with Baby-Boo, I Love You, and follow one imaginative little girl who adores playing […]
A hilarious and witty send-up of The Frog Prince, and a reminder that not everything you read is true, Prince Ribbit by Jonathan Emmett & illustrated by Poly Bernatene is a whimsical new fairy tale perfect for bedtime, story time, or any time. Enchanted prince or just a plain old frog? Pucker up, princesses! Theres […]
Today, I’ve got a sweet new picture book all about the shades of the rainbow for you and your littlest readers: Penguins Love Colors by Sarah Aspinall. With colors as bright as sunshine, six little penguins paint a bold, cheerful surprise for Mama Penguin on a beautiful snowy-white landscape. Mama loves brightly colored flowers and […]
Have you met my niece? Jocelynn – Jocie, for short. We also call her the Tiny Overlord. She’s adorable and hilarious, and she loves books. Loves them. This auntie couldn’t be prouder. So Jocie and her mom and I were all thrilled when Simon & Schuster recently sent me a box of five new board […]
Today’s book review is part of the official blog tour for Poor Little Guy. Be sure to keep reading for your chance to win a copy! Whimsical storytelling, charming illustrations, and a twisted sense of humor abound in Poor Little Guy by Elanna Allen. In a similar vein to Jon Klassen’s This Is Not My […]
Questions of identity, culture, and heritage are brilliantly answered in Thunder Boy Jr., a beautifully written and illustrated new picture book from acclaimed author Sherman Alexie and illustrator Yuyi Morales. Thunder Boy Jr. is named after his dad, but he wants a name that’s all his own. Just because people call his dad Big Thunder doesn’t mean […]