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Interview with Diane Lynn McGyver & book giveaway!
I'm pleased to introduce to you Diane Lynn McGyver, author of Shadows in the Stone. Are you interested in winning a copy of Diane Lynn McGyver's book Shadows in the Stone? Continue reading →
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Book Review: Lovesongs of Emmanuel Taggart – by Syr Ruus
Lovesongs of Emmanuel Taggart is an adult novel, fictional and amusing. Syr Ruus tells a marvellous story, one that has twists and turns and delightful visuals to keep the reader devouring the pages....
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Book Review: An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth – by Chris Hadfield
This well-written book, An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, is full of "AMAZING", not to mention how I feel about Chris Hadfield - the Canadian astronaut who was commander of the International Space...
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Book trailer for An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth – by Chris Hadfield
Today I am posting the trailer for his book, which I would have included yesterday had I thought to look for one. Continue reading →
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Book Review: Spaghetti is NOT a Finger Food (and other life lessons) – by...
For anyone not familiar with Asperger's Syndrome, this book is such a great way to learn more about how it affects a child. The whole story is told through the voice of an eight-year-old boy who has...
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Book Review: Drowning Mermaids – by Nadia Scrieva
There are depths of the ocean no one has ever seen, where no human could possibly survive. Or can they? There are places in the ocean that exist only in one's imagination. Or do they? Continue reading →
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Book Review: Amanda in England: The Missing Novel – by Darlene Foster
Amanda in England: The Missing Novel is book three of the Amanda series by Darlene Foster. Written for middle grade readers it is a quick-paced easy read. Continue reading →
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Book Review: Amanda in Alberta: The Writing on the Stone – by Darlene Foster
Book Review. If you haven't met Amanda before, you'll need to know she is a twelve-year-old, adventurous, travel-loving girl who seems to find mysteries wherever she goes. This time she is not even the...
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Book Review: Writing Fiction: A Guide for Pre-Teens – by Heather Wright
When I learned that Heather Wright had put together a writing guide for pre-teens, I asked for a review copy. Hoping there would be tips even I could pick up, I wasn't disappointed. Continue reading →
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Book Review: Rainbows in the Dark – by Jan Coates
Book: Rainbows in the Dark Author: Jan Coates Illustrator: Alice Priestley A touching, inspiring story to thrill all ages Continue reading →
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Book Review: Audrey (Cow) – by Dan Bar-El
Book Review Audrey (Cow), by Canadian award-winning children's author Dan Bar-El, is an entertaining children's book that adults will want an excuse to read. Continue reading →
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Book Review: You Are Here: Around the World in 92 Minutes – by Chris Hadfield
Book review This is one of those books that easily qualifies as a coffee table book because you hate to hide it away on a book shelf. The photography in it is truly "out of this world." Continue reading →
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Book Launch May 7; Jan L. Coates does it again!
Today I want to let you know about an exciting book launch taking place tomorrow... Please pass this information along to your friends, neighbours, contacts, ... even those people you're not sure you...
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Book Review: Cerdito a juicio; comment by author Darlene Foster; & book...
Imagine medieval times, bizarre accusations, a pig on trial and the efforts to rescue him - as told by a ten-year-old boy. Now you have an interesting story. Continue reading →
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A reminder, and another giveaway coming!
The day is almost over, and with it goes your chance to enter the draw for a copy of Darlene Foster's bilingual children's book Cerdito a juicio -- Pig on Trial. This book is as good for adults...
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Book Review: The Stowaways – by Meghan Marentette
The Stowaways is an exciting first novel by Meghan Marentette. The main character, a little mouse by the name of Rory Stowaway, has been compared to Stuart Little, and he does have that gutsy and...
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Book Review: Forensic Science: In Pursuit of Justice – by L. E. Carmichael
This is a book I purchased at the children's book fair I attended in 2016. I had a lovely chat with the author, Lindsey Carmichael, and was quite impressed. She has a collection of books she's written,...
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Book Review: Without Proof – by Janet Sketchley
Without Proof is book three of a trilogy by Canadian author Janet Sketchley. Even though it is the third in the series, the author gives enough information so that the first two books are not necessary...
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Book Review: Tadeo Turtle – by Janis Cox
Tadeo Turtle by Janis Cox is an engaging story about a turtle not satisfied with how he was made. Continue reading →
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Book Review: A Gift of Music: Emile Benoit & his Fiddle
A Gift of Music: Émile Benoit & his Fiddle is a non-fiction story by Canadian author Alice Walsh about a young boy who grew up to be a well-known fiddler in Canada, the United States, and other...
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