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  • Matrimony, Mayhem, and Murder – 5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • Shadows of Self by Brandon Sanderson – 4 Star Book Review Book Reviews
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  • Big Shot by Kirsten Weiss – 4 Star Review Book Reviews
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Tag: childrens literature

What Makes Me…Me by Anne Baldwin – 5 Star Review

Posted on May 19, 2022May 27, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on What Makes Me…Me by Anne Baldwin – 5 Star Review
What Makes Me…Me by Anne Baldwin – 5 Star Review

What Makes Me…Me is a story about harnessing your super powered brain. Welcome to one of the May 19th stops on the blog tour for What Makes Me…Me by Anne Baldwin with iRead Book Tours (schedule linked.) Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts, and a giveaway!…

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Fonts: Why Kids Books Should Be a Little More Boring

Posted on April 10, 2022April 12, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Fonts: Why Kids Books Should Be a Little More Boring
Fonts: Why Kids Books Should Be a Little More Boring

I really, truly did not set out to be a children’s book reviewer when I launched this blog, but children’s books found me, and no less than 20% of the reviews on this blog are of picture books and early middle-grade readers and chapter books. I’m a mother and the daughter & sister of elementary…

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Book Talk, Tags & YouTube, Featured

The Triumphant Tales of Rescue Dogs – 4 Star Review

Posted on September 6, 2021September 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on The Triumphant Tales of Rescue Dogs – 4 Star Review
The Triumphant Tales of Rescue Dogs – 4 Star Review

This is not just another book about a dog! Meet Punk, an eight-year-old petite English Bulldog. Her life appears great right now, but it wasn’t always that way. Welcome to one of the September 6th stops on the blog tour for The Triumphant Tales of Rescue Dogs by Dr. Hope A. Walter, EdD with iRead…

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2 Book Review: Luna’s Adventures Series by Stephanie Hewitt

Posted on September 2, 2021September 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 3 Comments on 2 Book Review: Luna’s Adventures Series by Stephanie Hewitt
2 Book Review: Luna’s Adventures Series by Stephanie Hewitt

Luna is a cheeky and playful big black dog with lots of curly-wurly hair who likes to explore and play. One day, Luna gets a little bit stuck somewhere . . . Welcome to one of the September 2nd stops on the blog tour for the Luna’s Adventures Series by Stephanie Hewitt with Goddess Fish…

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The Red Fence by Ed Damiano – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on August 3, 2021August 7, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on The Red Fence by Ed Damiano – 4 Star Book Review
The Red Fence by Ed Damiano – 4 Star Book Review

In the uniform town of Vanderloo, Everyone, everywhere has the same view. What happens when Astred, tiny Todd, and Ned Decide to paint their white fence red? Welcome to one of the August 3rd stops on the blog tour for The Red Fence by Ed Damiano with iRead Book Tours. Follow the rest of the…

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Author Interviews & Guest Posts, Book Reviews

Author Interview with Susan Ngozi Nwokedi

Posted on July 28, 2021July 31, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Author Interview with Susan Ngozi Nwokedi
Author Interview with Susan Ngozi Nwokedi

This fairytale encourages its readers to dream big and chase those dreams. Welcome to one of the July 28th stops on the blog tour for Oma And The Prince by Susan Ngozi Nwokedi with Silver Dagger Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts, and a…

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Author Interviews & Guest Posts, Book Promos

Author Guest Post with Kristyn Boland & 5 Star Review of Nurse Mommy

Posted on June 25, 2021June 27, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Author Guest Post with Kristyn Boland & 5 Star Review of Nurse Mommy
Author Guest Post with Kristyn Boland & 5 Star Review of Nurse Mommy

Welcome to the June 25th stop on the blog tour for Nurse Mommy by Kristyn Boland with iRead Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post contains affiliate links,…

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Patroosh, the Cheeky Pelican – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on June 9, 2021June 11, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 6 Comments on Patroosh, the Cheeky Pelican – 4 Star Book Review
Patroosh, the Cheeky Pelican – 4 Star Book Review

Welcome to one of the June 9th stops on the blog tour for Patroosh, the Cheeky Pelican by Renée James, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for 8 more reviews and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post…

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The Girl in the Gold Dress [Book Tour Spotlight]

Posted on June 7, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on The Girl in the Gold Dress [Book Tour Spotlight]
The Girl in the Gold Dress [Book Tour Spotlight]

Welcome to the June 7th stop on the blog tour for The Girl in the Gold Dress by Christine Paik, organized by iRead Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for more spotlights and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post contains…

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Tough Tulle – 5 Star Book Review

Posted on June 2, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Tough Tulle – 5 Star Book Review
Tough Tulle  – 5 Star Book Review

Welcome to one of the June 2nd stops on the blog tour for the Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess Book Series by Deedee Cummings, organized by iRead Book Tours. Today’s post is a review of book three, but check out Monday’s post for book one yesterday’s for book two! Be sure to follow the rest of…

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Dishes, Dancing, and Dreams – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on June 1, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Dishes, Dancing, and Dreams – 4 Star Book Review
Dishes, Dancing, and Dreams  – 4 Star Book Review

Welcome to one of the June 1st stops on the blog tour for the Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess Book Series by Deedee Cummings, organized by iRead Book Tours. Today’s post is a review of book two, but check out yesterday’s post for book one and come back tomorrow for book three! Be sure to follow…

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Kayla: A Modern Day Princess – 3.5 Star Book Review

Posted on May 31, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Kayla: A Modern Day Princess – 3.5 Star Book Review
Kayla: A Modern Day Princess – 3.5 Star Book Review

Welcome to one of the May 31st stops on the blog tour for the Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess Book Series by Deedee Cummings, organized by iRead Book Tours. Today’s post is a review of book one, but come back tomorrow for book two and on Wednesday for book three! Be sure to follow the rest…

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Zebra’s Day Out – 3.5 Star Book Review

Posted on May 18, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 4 Comments on Zebra’s Day Out – 3.5 Star Book Review
Zebra’s Day Out – 3.5 Star Book Review

Welcome to one of the May 18th stops on the blog tour for Zebra’s Day Out by Susan Polites and Gabrielle Scully, illustrated by Rex Patrick, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post….

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Book Reviews

Pennies from Heaven [Book Tour Spotlight]

Posted on May 10, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Pennies from Heaven [Book Tour Spotlight]
Pennies from Heaven [Book Tour Spotlight]

Welcome to one of the May 10th stops on the blog tour for Pennies from Heaven by Koedi Nealy, organized by iRead Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note…

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Book Promos

Sophella’s Birthday Wish – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on May 10, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 5 Comments on Sophella’s Birthday Wish – 4 Star Book Review
Sophella’s Birthday Wish – 4 Star Book Review

Welcome to the May 10th stop on the blog tour for Sophella’s Birthday Wish by Maggi Nicholas, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this…

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Book Reviews

Author Guest Post with Lori Orlinsky & Book Review

Posted on May 7, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Author Guest Post with Lori Orlinsky & Book Review
Author Guest Post with Lori Orlinsky & Book Review

Welcome to the May 7th stop on the blog tour for Balloons for Tiger by Lori Orlinsky, organized by iRead Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Welcome back to the…

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Author Interviews & Guest Posts, Book Reviews

The Tiger Like Me [Book Tour Promo]

Posted on May 4, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on The Tiger Like Me [Book Tour Promo]
The Tiger Like Me [Book Tour Promo]

Welcome to one of the May 4th stops on the blog tour for The Tiger Like Me by Kelsey Lee, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for lots of reviews and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post…

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Book Promos

Wesley Raccoon Series Review

Posted on April 28, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 3 Comments on Wesley Raccoon Series Review
Wesley Raccoon Series Review

Welcome to the April 28th stop on the blog tour for the Wesley Raccoon series by Michelle Porter, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest/interview posts, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post…

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Book Reviews

Kid Lit Reviews Round-Up Round 2

Posted on April 18, 2021June 9, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Kid Lit Reviews Round-Up Round 2
Kid Lit Reviews Round-Up Round 2

I rarely devote a whole post to just one children’s storybook (picture books, under 60 pages) unless it’s for an organized tour, but I do like to do round-ups to make sure everyone who’s interested in kid lit here can find what I’ve reviewed. The following is a selection of children’s picture books I’ve reviewed…

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Book Reviews

Zippy’s Special Gift – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on April 7, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Zippy’s Special Gift – 4 Star Book Review
Zippy’s Special Gift – 4 Star Book Review

Welcome to the April 7th stop on the blog tour for Zippy’s Special Gift by Therese Van Ryne, organized by iRead Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for reviews, interviews & guest posts with the author, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note…

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