I've long been a fan of Chris Van Allsburg's children's books. I've read The Polar Express on every Christmas Eve for as long as I can remember ... my copy is rather tattered and in need of repair. I remember being haunted by the games come to life in Jumanji and Zathura. And I remember... Continue Reading →
Part of what makes This Dark Endeavor by Kenneth Oppel so much fun to read, is that it offers a fresh take on the classic Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. There have been countless adaptations and "twists" of the beloved tale over the years, so today we take a look at some of our favorites from... Continue Reading →
Part of what makes This Dark Endeavor by Kenneth Oppel so much fun to read, is that it offers a fresh take on the classic Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. There have been countless adaptations and "twists" of the beloved tale over the years, so today we take a look at some of our favorites from... Continue Reading →
Here's a look at today's new releases in YA: Au Revoir, Crazy European Chick by Joe Schreiber Perry Stormaire is a normal high school senior– he is busy applying to college and rehearsing with his band –until he agrees to go to the prom with the Lithuanian exchange student who is staying with his family.... Continue Reading →
Last year, I had the pleasure of meeting author Patrick Ness in person when he was one of the featured YA authors at Wordstock Festival. I loved hearing him speak, and eagerly snatched up the first book in his Chaos Walking trilogy for him to sign. But I was particularly intrigued hearing him talk about... Continue Reading →
Last year, I had the pleasure of meeting author Patrick Ness in person when he was one of the featured YA authors at Wordstock Festival. I loved hearing him speak, and eagerly snatched up the first book in his Chaos Walking trilogy for him to sign. But I was particularly intrigued hearing him talk about... Continue Reading →
In 1984, beloved children's author Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express, Jumanji) released a book entitled The Mysteries of Harris Burdick. The book was made up of 14 black and white drawings -- each with only a title and a caption. The book includes a fictional editor's note, that describes an encounter with a mysterious... Continue Reading →
In 1984, beloved children's author Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express, Jumanji) released a book entitled The Mysteries of Harris Burdick. The book was made up of 14 black and white drawings -- each with only a title and a caption. The book includes a fictional editor's note, that describes an encounter with a mysterious... Continue Reading →
Today, we're delighted to have This Dark Endeavor author Kenneth Oppel guest blogging ... and with Halloween just a week away, this is a very timely topic! Thanks Ken, for stopping by! *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â * What's Really Frightening Since Halloween is practically upon us it seems a good time to have a little chat about... Continue Reading →
Over the summer I had the (much belated) fortune of reading When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead. I loved it! It’s that middle grade voice I’ve been attempting (quite unsuccessfully) to develop in my own writing. The main character, Miranda, defies the stereotype that middle grade characters lack complexity, and after reading this book,... Continue Reading →
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