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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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July 16, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Half-Cat Is Funny And Sarcastic, A Great Read For Kids

I have reread this playful and fun book by D.J. Corchin called Half-Cat lots of times. The book is funny

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July 15, 2020 Feature / Interviews

Interview: Characters In Talking Cat Series Are Based On Author’s Real-Life Pets

Wendy Ledger loooooooves her cats. She likes the way you have to win them over so they can let you

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July 14, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: In The Talking Cat Series, You Will Venture Into A New World

Have you ever wondered where cats go when they die? Well, in Wendy Ledger’s Talking Cat Series, you will venture

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July 13, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Book Details Lives Of Diverse Writers And Their Unique Pets

Some of the most famous authors in the world also were devoted pet owners. Did you know literary humorist Dorothy

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July 10, 2020 Feature / Interviews

Interview: Ashleigh Corrin’s Art Is Honest And Playful, Like Work Of Ezra Jack Keats

I rate books with roses instead of stars in memory of my grandmother, who died before I was born. I’ve

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July 9, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Cora Cooks Pancit Features Popular Filipino Dish

Pancit is among one of my favorite Filipino dishes – although I’ve only had it a few times in my

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July 6, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Multiracial Kids Celebrate Their Differences In All Mixed Up!

In this sweet book, Amy Hodgepodge: All Mixed Up! by Kim Wayans and Kevin Knotts, Amy learns how to embrace

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July 4, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Author Calls Undefeated A Love Letter To Black America

It is the Fourth of July, Independence Day, Freedom Day, the day that Americans were granted freedom from Great Britain.

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July 3, 2020 Feature / Reviews

Review: Book Explores Life Of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton

Hamilton, the musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda, is going on Disney+ tonight! I’ve never seen it, but hopefully, now I can!

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July 2, 2020 Feature / Interviews

Fox 2 Interview: Elena Reads Suggests Diverse Books On Blog

It was cool being interviewed on the news about my blog. Watch the video:

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