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December 10, 2025 Feature / Reviews

Review: Mabuhay! Is a Fascinating Read That Combines Filipino Culture With An Action-Packed Fantasy

Mabuhay! by Zachary Sterling is a compelling, action-filled graphic novel that tells the unique story of a Filipino family whose

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April 22, 2024 Feature / Reviews

Interview: Author Loves The Way Her Mind Escapes When Reading, Hopes Her Readers Feel The Same

Honey Thomas is a multifaceted author, counselor, and grandmother. She loves reading, traveling, and brunching with her good girlfriends. She

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April 8, 2024 Feature / Reviews

Review: The Series That Got Me Into Reading Is A Secret

I’ve read practically every book on my shelf, so when looking for a new book to review for my six-year

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January 4, 2021 Feature / Reviews

Review: Masai And I Encourages Kids To Learn About Their Family History

I am Black and Filipino, and my ancestors came from Africa and Asia. I have always wondered what it would

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December 29, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Every Soul A Star Focuses On Friendships And Identity

Three souls are brought together under one moon to witness something unforgettable. The strangers soon become unlikely friends. In Wendy

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December 21, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Count Me In Tells America Everyone Belongs

Karina Chopra is American. So is her friend Chris, her mom and dad, and her grandfather who she calls Papa.

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December 16, 2020 Book Lover / Feature / Interviews

Book Lover: Santa Uses Literature To Reach Children During The Holidays

Christmas is coming, and Santa Claus is coming to town. In his bag will be toys, games, and even books!

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December 15, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: American Born Chinese Pushes Readers To Be Themselves

When I picked up this intriguing book by Gene Luen Yang, I didn’t know what to expect. I didn’t even

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December 7, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: El Deafo Proves Differences Are Superpowers

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s El Deafo – a superhero who can hear her teachers everywhere they go

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December 4, 2020 Book Lover / Feature / Interviews

Book Lover: Brandi Wheeler Says Reading Allows Her To Enter Another World

Brandi Wheeler is an entrepreneur, baker, makeup lover, future blogger, and an avid reader. She says reading allows her to

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November 23, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Be The Best Is A Gospel Song Turned Into A Story With An Important Message

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that I often mention how in a lot of

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November 20, 2020 Book Lover / Feature

Book Lover: 11-Year-Old Bridget Shares Love of Reading Through Her KidLit Blog

Bridget, of Bridget and the Books, is 11, and in sixth grade. She loves track cycling and fostering kittens –

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November 16, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: The Magical Kingdom In This Motown Adventure Will Be Music To Your Ears

This fun children’s book, Claudette’s Miraculous Motown Adventure, by A.K. Morris and Claudette Robinson, gives kids a glimpse at how

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