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Deephaven by Ethan M. Aldridge - Book Review

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$18.99
ISBN: 9780063283169
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Published: Quill Tree Books - September 5th, 2023

This book breathes new life into the coming of age academic adventure genre, enhanced so much more by its dazzling, evocative illustrations. Nev is a wonderful protagonist, determined and clever, and their new friend Danny is full of warmth and heart, both characters just as eager as the reader to discover what lies lurking in the halls of Deephaven and all its mystery, magic, and intrigue. This is a timeless yet unequivocally modern classic in the making, and I cannot wait to see what the author has in store for Nev's next adventure. ~ Reviewed by Bethany Marsfelder


When You Trap a Tiger: (Newbery Medal Winner) by Tae Keller - Book Review

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$8.99
ISBN: 9781524715731
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Published: Yearling - January 3rd, 2023

My 8 year-old daughter tore through this book, completely transfixed the entire time. In her words: "It's about a Korean girl and her grandmother who can see a magical tiger. It is a very good book. It might be long but I think it is a VERY good book. It's magically exciting." ~ Reviewed by Reilly Hadden


Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger 1) by Amy Timberlake - Book Review

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By Amy Timberlake, Jon Klassen (Illustrator)
$18.95
ISBN: 9781643750057
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Published: Algonquin Young Readers - September 15th, 2020

A beautifully illustrated goofy chapter book about an uptight rock scientist, Badger, who's entire peaceful life is upended by a new roommate, Skunk, and a ridiculous amount of chickens.
I had such a nice time reading this to my daughter for bedtime, well-written and funny in that hard-to-find way that entertains both the reader and the listener. ~ Reviewed by Reilly Hadden


How to Become a Planet by Nicole Melleby - Book Review

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$7.95
ISBN: 9781643752617
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Published: Algonquin Young Readers - April 19th, 2022

Thirteen-year-old Pluto Timoney has lost touch with herself in the wake of a depressive episode and seeks to complete a list of tasks by the end of summer to bring her back to 'normal.' Instead, she finds patience, acceptance, and a support system that helps reassure her that she isn't as lost in space as she thinks. With astronomy as a beautiful recurring motif, this is a realistic, hopeful, and well-crafted look into what it means to be thirteen and how it feels to navigate mental illness at a young age. ~ Reviewed by Bethany Marsfelder


Camp QUILTBAG by Nicole Melleby - Book Review

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$16.99
ISBN: 9781643752662
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Published: Algonquin Young Readers - March 21st, 2023

This fun and lighthearted coming-of-age tale, told through alternating viewpoints, is filled to the brim with queer joy, friendship, and love. Both sent to a summer camp for LGBTQIAAP+ youth, twelve-year-old Abigail (she/her) and thirteen-year-old Kai (e/em) join forces to win the camp's competition, find confidence and acceptance in being their true selves, and spot Mx. Nutsworth the squirrel (zie/zem), the camp's legendary good luck charm. Perfect for kids of all genders and sexualities! ~ Reviewed by Bethany Marsfelder


Love, Stargirl (Stargirl Series #2) by Jerry Spinelli - Book Review

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$9.99
ISBN: 9780375856440
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Published: Ember - April 28th, 2009

Following the first book, this one is told through letters written by Stargirl to her boyfriend, Leo. They're beautiful letters full of finding the extraordinary in the mundane. It makes you want to live life the way Stargirl does. ~ Reviewed by Lydia Williford


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