Looking for a good middle-grade read? Check out this one, courtesy of Mother-Daughter Book Reviews. Continue reading “Book Blast: Noah Zarc”
Book Blast: The Magician’s Doll
About the Book
Title: The Magician’s Doll | Author: M.L. Roble | Publication Date: February 2, 2013
Publisher: Independent | Pages: 320 | Recommended Ages: 10+
Summary
“They are stronger. They are coming. They will arrive!”
Life would be so much better for twelve-year-old Natalie if she and her mother weren’t different; other kids wouldn’t pick on her; she wouldn’t have to get into fights. She would have friends. But Natalie has abilities that set her apart, and despite her very best efforts to have a normal life, her developing “gift” has a way of upending them all. Then one day a big top circus rolls into town bringing with it Beausoleil the Magician, his daughter Louisa, and his mysterious doll. Strange things are afoot with Beausoleil’s arrival, and in his wake, an eerie storm is approaching. Soon Natalie discovers there is more to her world and the people around her than she knew, and that being different is just the tip of the iceberg… The Magician’s Doll sparks readers’ imaginations with a tale of magical discoveries, profound friendships, a fight against evil, and the growth that comes with facing your fears and accepting who you are. Continue reading “Book Blast: The Magician’s Doll”
Book Blast: Bifrost Bridge
About the Book
Title: The Bifrost Bridge | Author: James Bradley Clarke | Illustrator: Marcus Gran | Publication Date: January, 2013 | Publisher: Wynwidyn Press | Pages: 92 | Recommended Ages: 8+
Summary: The Bifrost Bridge is a Viking princess fairy tale intertwined with Norse mythology. Silya, the feisty ten year old Princess of Norway, eagerly awaits the arrival of her cousin and best friend, Princess Hedda of Denmark. The princesses are both looking forward to the summer solstice celebration, but trouble lurks in their future as magical villains see the girls as being vital for their deadly conspiracy. Hedda and Silya find themselves cast into a dangerous adventure filled with fire giants, female warrior angels and the God of Thunder. Continue reading “Book Blast: Bifrost Bridge”
Book Blast: The Princess Madeline Trilogy
About the Books
Title: The Escape of Princess Madeline (Princess Madeline Trilogy, Book #1) Author: Kirstin Pulioff Publication Date: November 4, 2012 Publisher: Caliburn Books Number of pages: 138 Recommended age: 10+
Summary: The Kingdom of Soron is known for many things, its rolling landscape, haunting history, fiery sunsets, and its beautiful princess. Princess Madeline woke on her sixteenth birthday to realize that her future had been planned out, a life full of privilege, royalty, and boredom… a life with a husband and knight champion that she did not choose. Using her charm, strength and stubbornness, she defies the King at every turn, determined to keep her freedom on her terms. Continue reading “Book Blast: The Princess Madeline Trilogy”
Book Blast: Dragon Defender
About the Book
Title: Dragon Defender (Dragon Defense League, Book #1)
Author: J.A. Blackburn
Publication Date: October 19, 2013
Publisher: Pip & Grey
Number of pages: 242
Recommended age: 10+ Continue reading “Book Blast: Dragon Defender”
Book Blast: The Shadow of the Unicorn
About the Book
Title: The Shadow of the Unicorn: The Legacy (The Shadow of the Unicorn, Book #1)
Author: Suzanne de Montigny
Publication Date: December 4, 2012
Publisher: MuseItUp Publishing
Number of pages: 157
Recommended age: 9+ Continue reading “Book Blast: The Shadow of the Unicorn”
Book Blast: Tales of the Messed Up Talent Show
About the Book
Title: Tale of the Messed Up Talent Show (Madison and GA – My Guardian Angel)
Author: Melissa Perry Moraja
Publication Date: November 15, 2013
Publisher: Independent – Melissa Productions Inc.
Number of pages: 156
Recommended age: 6-12 Continue reading “Book Blast: Tales of the Messed Up Talent Show”
The Seventh Equinox – book trailer reveal
THE SEVENTH EQUINOX by Matthew Warner will debut on November 6th but the pre-order starts today and we’re celebrating with the reveal of the book trailer:
“The best part of Warner’s easy-paced, almost pastoral tale is the friction between Bessie’s attraction to Robin, her longing to believe in magic, and her fear of trusting again—all of which run deep. This is a world-shattering crisis acted out in small scale, with a subtle appeal to romantic fantasy.”
—Publishers Weekly Continue reading “The Seventh Equinox – book trailer reveal”
Author Interview: Cheryl Carpinello
By Mary Sutton / @mary_sutton73
Today, I am excited to welcome author Cheryl Carpinello to the blog! Take it away, Cheryl! Continue reading “Author Interview: Cheryl Carpinello”
Guest Post: Kate Voss’s Top 5 Detectives
This special guest post is from Kate Voss. She’s talking about her Top 5 detectives, leading up to the upcoming movie based on the classic Encyclopedia Brown series. Take it away Kate!
Top Five Detectives in Literary History
Nothing compares to jumping into an alternate reality, being presented with a string of clues, and then being left to wonder how to solve a mystery. The pure wonderment and complex solutions that mystery novels allow readers to experience is the reason they are my favorite genre. Continue reading “Guest Post: Kate Voss’s Top 5 Detectives”