Recently reviewed
Laughing at my Nightmare by Shane Burcaw: “Engaging, inspirational, and eye-opening” - Publishers Weekly (starred)
Death by Toilet Paper by Donna Gephart: “A nicely pitched tale about a boy grieving, scrambling to get his family back on track, and still find himself as well.” - Booklist
Space Case by Stuart Gibbs: "Gibbs creates the best kind of “murder on a train” mystery. The genius, however, is putting the train in space… The whodunit is smartly paced and intricately plotted. Best of all, the reveal is actually worth all the buildup." – Kirkus (starred)
Poisoned Apples by Christine Hepperman: “Full of razors that cut—and razors to cut off shackles: a must” - Kirkus (starred)
Mountwood School for Ghosts by Toby Ibbotson: “What joy to find the rare spirit of Eva Ibbotson lives on, perfectly rendered, through her son Toby. Mountwood School for Ghosts shimmers with the wit, style and special sense of fun of the very best kind of children's book.” - Amanda Craig
Phyllis Wong and the Return of the Conjurer by Geoffrey McSkimming: “Lively, suspenseful and funny. Loads of personality and very clever. Magician Fever.” - Dymocks
The Cost of All Things by Maggie Lehrman: “"The most creepily awesome cautionary tale EVER. Magic--or hekame--does exist, and wishes can be granted...but always at a cost. Brilliant, provocative, and absolutely spellbinding." - Lauren Myracle
Always A Catch by Peter Richmond: “Football forms the backbone, but music courses through the veins of a dynamic but thoughtful novel of self-discovery” - Kirkus
Schizo by Nic Sheff: “Readers fascinated by the dark side of the human mind in realistic fiction will enjoy this deft portrayal of a brain and a life spiraling out of control. Miles is an endearing character whose difficult journey will generate compassion and hope” - School Library Journal
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