The Ghostly Diva by Sandra L. Young My rating: 4 of 5 stars The Ghostly Diva is an interesting story with a quirky heroine and a moody hero. This contemporary paranormal romance is about a woman who has the gift of seeing spirits, whether she likes it or not. Justine Saunders, feels like her life […]
Unicorn, Don’t Do That!: It’s okay if a Unicorn poops on your doorstep by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This story has beautifully rendered colorful illustrations that go along well with a funny story of a part unicorn/ part dinosaur named Stega. Stega tries to find a nice present for her friend’s […]
Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars I love this book and this whole series! This story, like the rest in the series, has a fun rhyming story line, beautifully rendered illustrations, and well-thought-out activities that both your child […]
The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars I’ve read a lot of Lois Wickstrom’s books, but this is my first adventure with Loretta. I love how you learn without even realizing it while reading this clever book. The illustrations are really fascinating and colorful as well! Have you […]
Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a YA paranormal book, the first in the Chronicles of the Lost Child Series by Kristy Centeno. Within these pages there is mystery, romance, secrets, curses, rivalries, and oh so much more. Marjorie’s life was turned upside down one fateful […]
The Hidden Present by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am in love with this series! These are cute stories filled with wonder, allowing a child to open their imagination to amazing possibilities! The Hidden Present, like the rest of the series, can be read as a standalone book, but I’d encourage […]
Sugar & Spice by Phoebe Alexander My rating: 4 of 5 stars What happens when a fly by the seat of his pants renowned playboy is forced to go be an undercover boss at his family’s theme park? You guessed it: sparks, passion, manipulation, and maybe romance too! This is the story of Cy, the […]
The Mating Chance by Brooke May My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the 3rd book in the Long Claw Pride Series, though I read it as a standalone and was able to grasp everything in the story I felt. You would benefit by getting to know other characters etc. if you read the […]
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a cute children’s book about seeing the precious gifts in your life. Using the dowsing rods she finds in her grandma’s closet, Carrie finds out that there are many kinds of treasures, not just the gold she first went looking for. This […]
Curse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is an extremely fast read, at only 52 pages, but to be honest, I wasn’t ready for the story to be over! C.A. King is a very talented author with fascinating characters and amazing otherworldly settings. The Gravedigger Academy was the […]
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars Carrie looks through the stuff grandma left behind when she moved. (Which you read about in the previous book.) In the closet she finds wooden flowers, which her grandmother tells her are Magic Wandas, not wands. This is where her fun adventure begins, using […]
Fashionably Fake by Morgana Bevan My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is yet another great installment in the Kings of Screen Series by Morgana Bevan. I’m a sucker for a fake relationship story any day, but it’s hard to find one that really draws me in and feels realistic; however, that is exactly what […]
Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns: Wolf by R.C. Reigh My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am completely enamored by this book and these fantastic characters. When I read (GOT and LOTR meet Pride and Prejudice as book one of the Kingdom of Seven Sovereigns series follows four noble teens into their inaugural year at the […]
The Round Box by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a cute tale about a little girl who is bored and misses her grandma who moved. So, in search of something to do to make herself feel happy, Carrie looks through the stuff grandma left behind. At the bottom of the […]
Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is another great read from the Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series! With its fun rhyming story line, beautifully rendered illustrations, and well-thought-out activities, both your child and yourself will have […]
Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn My rating: 4 of 5 stars This series is such an awesome read about the four elite guys at Hidden Valley School and the girls they care for. I would suggest reading this series in order, not because you have to, but because it’s a great series, and you get […]
Grave Digger Academy IV by C.A. King My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the fourth installment of the Grave Digger series and while you can read it as a standalone, I’d definitely recommend reading the books in order, as a lot happens that you don’t want to miss out on. C.A. King has […]
Luna the Howling Husky Finds Her Howl by Samantha Shannon My rating: 5 of 5 stars Luna the Howling Husky Finds Her Howl by Samantha Shannon is one of the sweetest and best children’s books I’ve ever had the privilege of reading. I’m so glad the cover caught my eye, making me pick it for […]
Grave Digger Academy III by C.A. King My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the third installment of the Grave Digger series and while you can read it as a standalone, I’d definitely recommend reading the books in order, as a lot happens that you don’t want to miss out on. C.A. King has […]
The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small My rating: 5 of 5 stars This second installment reunites us with Russell aka Rusty as Christmas fast approaches and he tries to find the perfect gift to give to his grandfather since he was so kind to give him the magical brass ring that makes any carousel come […]
The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is such a wonderful magical read that you don’t want to miss. This book has it all magic, historical knowledge, adventure, time travel, and a brave 10 year old learning to trust himself and believe in himself as he faces adversity. Feeling […]
Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars Lois Wickstrom is a favorite author in our family with her original stories that often help you learn without realizing it whether it be dealing with everyday issues or science properties like in her mermaid series. She also […]
The Inquisitor by Nadia Han My rating: 4 of 5 stars Nadia Han has given us wonderful characters, suspense, danger and so much more in this book, which is the third book in the WaterFyre Rising Series. These books can be read as standalones, but I wouldn’t as you will miss out on getting to […]
This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars A warbler bird has a nest with her eggs in it, but there is also a bigger egg that a cuckoo bird laid there as well. Ms. Warbler doesn’t mind taking care of another egg and bird, but what she doesn’t know […]
Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions by Giselle Nevada My rating: 5 of 5 stars If you have dog-loving kids, then you definitely should get this book! It’s such a fun yet informative read with rhyming you won’t realize you’re gaining knowledge you need. It reminds me of […]
The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is such a fun holiday read, though it almost feels like summer as our heroine is in Australia and has surf and sand weather for Christmas. Do you think fate can hit you in the head like a ball? Well, this is […]
Wicked Games by Isla Vaughn My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the 7th book in the Hidden Valley Elite Series, and it can be read alone, but I would recommend reading all the series and the prequel in order as you get to know the other characters and see glimpses of who they […]
Wolfbane by Celia Hart My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am so happy that I stumbled on this amazing author, Celia Hart, and this wonderful book. These characters are so compelling and well written that I felt like I was completely in the story with them! Jasmine has always been the good girl who […]
My Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is another cute fast read by Lois Wickstrom! It is packed with bright, colorful, detailed illustrations that help you visualize the scenes and get more involved in the story. The Giants and Monsters Series Books can be read as standalone, but […]
Falling Again by Libby Kay My rating: 5 of 5 stars Buckeye Falls, Ohio is a quaint small town where the townsfolk are unique characters that add to each couple’s love story! This is the third book in the series by author Libby Kay. Each of these books can be read as a standalone as […]
