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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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August 19, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Kids Will Find The Superhero In Themselves When Reading Kamala Harris’ Book

One of the first songs I learned at church was “Jesus is My Superhero” and that’s why I love the

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August 18, 2020 Elena Reads / Feature / Reviews

Review: Melissa Grey Writes A Spine-Tingling Must-Read

Good grades mean good ratings. Good ratings mean a good life. Students at Maplethorpe Academy know that working hard in

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August 17, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Meena Harris’ Book Shows Kamala Had Big Ideas Even As A Child

I learned Kamala Harris, lawyer and U.S. Senator, recently was picked as Joe Biden’s vice presidential running mate. If she

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August 6, 2020 Elena Reads / Feature / Reviews

Review: The Crossover Is A Heartwarming Tale About Family Bonds, Basketball

This book by Kwame Alexander is more than powerful. I’ve reread the book so many times, and I just can’t

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August 4, 2020 Book Lover / Feature

Book Lover: Founder Of BookTastic Festival In The UK Says Bookshelves Should Reflect Real World

There is a silver lining in almost every cloud. Lifelong reading addict Rachael Rogan was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer

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July 30, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: John Lewis Expands On His Activist Life In MARCH Book Two and Book Three

Today was congressman and activist John Lewis’ funeral. But, although a hero has died, his spirit won’t. We will always

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July 26, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: MARCH Commemorates The Life And Times Of John Lewis

He preached and baptized his chickens as a young boy. He used to sneak off to school when his parents

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July 23, 2020 Author / Feature / Interviews

Discrimination, Racism Are Central Themes In Jewell Parker Rhodes Books

Dr. Jewell Parker Rhodes grew up loving books. In third grade, she even started writing her own! Unfortunately, she never

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July 21, 2020 Feature / Guest Blogs

Guest Blog: Ruby Finds A Worry Helps Kids Work Through Anxiety

Note from Elena Reads: I love seeing little kids interested in the books they read. Emery Sutherlin is five and

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July 17, 2020 Author / Feature / Interviews

Interview: Award-winning Author D.J. Corchin Loves Connecting With His Readers

I met D.J. Corchin at the Printer’s Row Lit festival a few years ago in Chicago. He says he loves

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