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Inspiring Business Savvy Kids, Steve Searfoss’ KidVenture Series

Meet Steve Searfoss, an author and entrepreneur who draws inspiration from his roles as both a father and a business owner to create the KidVenture series. Tailored for young readers with a thirst for knowledge, these books follow the adventures of children who embark on entrepreneurial journeys. Through their experiences, they learn the ropes of […]

Cozy and Sweet, Reviewing Twiggy and the Lost Socks by Renée DeVincent

My 8-year-old daughter and I absolutely adore Twiggy and the Lost Socks. It’s a story about Twiggy the squirrel and his unlikely soon-to-be friend, and there is a palpable energy of kindness and sharing throughout the pages. The cute, colorful illustrations bring the characters to life, and the story has just the right amount of […]

Interviewing Renée DeVincent, the Power of Storytelling

In this interview, we converse with author Renée DeVincent about her newest children’s book, Twiggy and the Lost Socks. As both the author and the illustrator, DeVincent’s passion for art shines through her work. She has received her M.Ed. in Counseling as well as an AAS degree in Graphic Design. Throughout the interview, her love […]

Lessons in Love from Happy Makes Me Happy, a Review

I read Happy Makes Me Happy with my own child. It has been an absolute joy. He has wanted Happy for his bedtime story nearly every night since we got the book. As a parent, I value books that not only entertain but also share valuable life lessons. Especially lessons in kindness, which I feel […]

Reviewing Yay… It’s My First Day of School! A Heartwarming Picture Book

As a parent, this book checks all of my boxes. Reading it to my child was a heartwarming experience. She has been nervous about her own soon-to-be first day of school, so seeing her excitement while we read this book was great. The illustrations are cute and storytelling is straightforward, but still fun. Yay It’s […]

Cherishing Special Connections, Guest Post with Mr. B

New children’s book “Twins With Love x2” by Mr. B’s Books (Michael Barnes) is released, the story of twin little girls and the magic of their special bond that lasts forever. Twins With Love x2 by Michael Barnes, illustrated by Blinky, is a 40-page children’s book that tells the story of twin girls who share […]

Happy Makes Me Happy, Mr. B’s Guest Post

A new children’s book, Happy Makes Me Happy by Michael Barnes, has been released! It is an endearing story of a dog named Happy and the valuable lessons of joy and kindness he provides. Happy Makes Me Happy by Michael Barnes, illustrated by Blinky, is a 32-page children’s book that tells the charming story of […]

Mr. B’s Yay… It’s My First Day of School Guest Post

New children’s book Yay… It’s My First Day of School by Mr. B’s Books (Michael Barnes) is released, a joyful story of making friends, meeting teachers, and having a great first day. Another wonderful rhyming story from Mr. B about the excitement of the first day of school… Yay. The fourteen rhymes and fun illustrations […]

Author Q & A with Jennifer Ballow, Author of Under My Pillow

Jennifer Ballow seamlessly blends her passion for storytelling with a profound understanding empathy in Under My Pillow. Her academic background in social work from the University of Texas at Austin infuses her narratives with a unique depth of care and purpose. Rooted in her role as a devoted mother to twin girls, her personal experiences […]

Nurturing Young Minds Through Words with Author Kristin Cetone

Kristin Anderson Cetone, a Dayton, Ohio native, is an acclaimed author celebrated for her children’s book, Buckaroo Buckeye. Her writing journey, ignited by a deep love for reading, led to her winning the 2016 OneBookAZ and 2013 Mom’s Choice Silver Award. As a Reading Specialist, she established Nuts About Reading™, an online reading service, and […]

2011 FINALIST WINNER Jennelle White Author Interview

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.90″ background_layout=”light”] Author Interview with Jennelle L. White Jennelle is a Children’s Author and Personal Finance Author What would you say is your interesting writing quirk? Ans. => I t was not so much with my writing but my whimsical pictures in my book.  What do you like to do when you’re not […]

Postcards from a War – Book Review

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] Postcards from a War – Book Review I would like to thank Vanita Books for allowing me an ARC of this book via Netgalley for an open and honest review. As we all know War is a hard subject for young and old.  When my […]

Book Trailer The Legend of Bob Wire

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” text_font_size=”14″ use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] Book Trailer for children’s book series, age 4-12. The Legend and Adventures of Bob Wire The Legend and Adventures of Bob Wire is a collection of stories passed down from generations of ranchers, oilfield roughnecks, and boot and saddle makers. These stories along with […]

Author Carole P. Roman New Book If You Were Me and Lived in … Italy.

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” text_font_size=”14″ use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] Children’s book author introduces Italy to young learners Carole P. Roman adds the country of Italy to her series of children’s cultural education books in If You Were Me and Lived in … Italy. Bethpage, NY – Exploring the world has never easier—or more […]

Book Review Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas by Natasha Yim

“Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas” written by Natasha Yim and illustrated by Grace Zong I love this picture book! Natasha Yim introduces the Chinese New Year to young readers by retelling a classic for children “Goldilocks and the Three Bears”. This is a MUST HAVE for teachers,  teaching readers about Chinese New Year, and […]

Book Review Just As Special by 3Evoke

Powerful Message, Great Book that give good life lessons and can even make you realize that your Just As Special. Boy is sad because his dad is not around, asking his mom “Why don’t I have a dad to play with like Nathaniel does?”  His mom helps him understand that he has great people watch […]

Starring Shapes! by Tania Howells Book Review

This is a must have educational book for kids on shapes. A few things that I loved about this book was the name of the Elementary School and the name of the play Hansel and Gretel. From a teaching stand point I LOVED how the author showed the shape and then showed the shape in […]

Worms by Bernard Friot

This is a quick and funny story about a little boy up to no good. This mischievous boy decided to mix thing up and add some flavor to his father’s fancy dinner party. This book will be one to easily entertain children, it will become a repeat read and you just might want to check […]

Bug in a Vacuum by Melanie Watt

Bug in a Vacuum by Melanie Watt I loved this story, what a great way to explain grief to a child.  Using the perspective of a fly (bug) and a dog, each dealing with process of grieving with the five stages of grief (the Kübler-Ross model) The illustrations were amazing such and attention to detail, […]

Book Review The Legend of Bob Wire

The Legend of Bob Wire The beginning…who is this guy? What makes him a legend? What’s the deal with the thunderbolt? What’s with the hands? I don’t get it!! Review coming soon   Read Sam Skinners Author Interview