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Christmas Wombat

Reviewed by Amy B on December 11, 2012

5

What's cuter than a wombat? A wombat at Christmastime! Read more...

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Unspoken: A Story of the Underground Railroad

Reviewed by Erin K on December 4, 2012

5

A wordless story with beautiful illustrations about a brave girl during the Civil War. Read more...

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Tell the Wolves I'm Home

Reviewed by Kate F on November 27, 2012

5

For anyone who has ever felt set apart, odd or like they just didn't fit in the world. Read more...

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How to be a Woman

Reviewed by Jen D on November 20, 2012

5

This book will change your life for the funnier. No worries, you can thank me later. Read more...

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Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness

Reviewed by Sarah C on November 16, 2012

5

I’ve been telling anyone who will listen just how amazing this book is. It is an absolutely incredible true story of strength and determination. Read more...

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Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs

Reviewed by Heather W on November 13, 2012

5

This laugh-out-loud tale is the new bedtime standard at my house. Read more...

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Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend

Reviewed by Sarah C on October 26, 2012

5

It will make you laugh, it will make you cry and it will make your heart soar with pride. Read more...

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Monster Mash

Reviewed by Amy B on October 23, 2012

5

Catrow's illustrations are monstrously good and highly entertaining. Read more...

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A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

Reviewed by Kate F on October 19, 2012

5

Hands down, one of my favorite books of all time. Read more...

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Vampirina Ballerina

Reviewed by Laela T on October 12, 2012

5

Cute, cute, cute, that's what this book is! And it's full of practical advice for any young vampire looking to become a ballerina. Read more...