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Booklist calls Kenneth Kraegel’s SOMETHING GOOD “humorously relatable” and “a fresh addition to the enduring canon of bad day books”

Hillary Godwin 2/6/25 Hillary Godwin 2/6/25

Booklist calls Kenneth Kraegel’s SOMETHING GOOD “humorously relatable” and “a fresh addition to the enduring canon of bad day books”

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Kirkus praises SMASH, CRASH, TOPPLE, ROLL!, illus. by Shanda McCloskey, in starred review: “McCloskey’s exuberant cartoon illustrations make the science easy to grasp”

Hillary Godwin 2/5/25 Hillary Godwin 2/5/25

Kirkus praises SMASH, CRASH, TOPPLE, ROLL!, illus. by Shanda McCloskey, in starred review: “McCloskey’s exuberant cartoon illustrations make the science easy to grasp”

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BookPage praises Renée Watson’s message in ALL THE BLUES IN THE SKY: “although loss is inevitable, we can all do our best to love as well and fiercely as we can, for as long as we can”

Hillary Godwin 2/4/25 Hillary Godwin 2/4/25

BookPage praises Renée Watson’s message in ALL THE BLUES IN THE SKY: “although loss is inevitable, we can all do our best to love as well and fiercely as we can, for as long as we can”

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Kirkus calls FIRE PUPS TO THE RESCUE! by Lisa Desimini “an engaging tale that sheds light on the efforts of community helpers”

Hillary Godwin 2/3/25 Hillary Godwin 2/3/25

Kirkus calls FIRE PUPS TO THE RESCUE! by Lisa Desimini “an engaging tale that sheds light on the efforts of community helpers”

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The Horn Book calls ALL THE BLUES IN THE SKY by Renée Watson “a poignant story for all and a valuable resource for those experiencing grief and loss” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 1/30/25 Hillary Godwin 1/30/25

The Horn Book calls ALL THE BLUES IN THE SKY by Renée Watson “a poignant story for all and a valuable resource for those experiencing grief and loss” in starred review

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SLJ calls THE FIVE SIDES OF MARJORIE RICE by Amy Alznauer a “beautifully illustrated” and “highly approachable book on mathematics, recommended for all libraries” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 1/30/25 Hillary Godwin 1/30/25

SLJ calls THE FIVE SIDES OF MARJORIE RICE by Amy Alznauer a “beautifully illustrated” and “highly approachable book on mathematics, recommended for all libraries” in starred review

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BookTrib features article celebrating Beth Kander’s I MADE IT OUT OF CLAY: “a fantastical, mysterious and heartwarming novel sure to enchant readers”

Hillary Godwin 1/29/25 Hillary Godwin 1/29/25

BookTrib features article celebrating Beth Kander’s I MADE IT OUT OF CLAY: “a fantastical, mysterious and heartwarming novel sure to enchant readers”

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Kirkus calls FOUR RED SWEATERS by Lucy Adlington an “engrossing account” of “wartime horrors, and resilience, through cherished garments”

Hillary Godwin 1/29/25 Hillary Godwin 1/29/25

Kirkus calls FOUR RED SWEATERS by Lucy Adlington an “engrossing account” of “wartime horrors, and resilience, through cherished garments”

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Foreward praises PERMISSION by Elissa Altman in starred review: “Life-affirming and reflective, the writer’s guide . . . explores concepts of creative validity and emergence”

Hillary Godwin 1/22/25 Hillary Godwin 1/22/25

Foreward praises PERMISSION by Elissa Altman in starred review: “Life-affirming and reflective, the writer’s guide . . . explores concepts of creative validity and emergence”

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Publishers Weekly praises Maxwell Eaton III’s A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU in starred review: “a meditation on what makes up both a home and a generous spirit”

Hillary Godwin 1/21/25 Hillary Godwin 1/21/25

Publishers Weekly praises Maxwell Eaton III’s A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU in starred review: “a meditation on what makes up both a home and a generous spirit”

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Kirkus praises THE FIVE SIDES OF MARJORIE RICE by Amy Alznauer in starred review: “Inspiration and validation for amateurs of all sorts, beautifully presented”

Hillary Godwin 1/18/25 Hillary Godwin 1/18/25

Kirkus praises THE FIVE SIDES OF MARJORIE RICE by Amy Alznauer in starred review: “Inspiration and validation for amateurs of all sorts, beautifully presented”

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Kirkus calls FINDING FORGIVENESS by Marta Bartolj “a straightforward and effectively and affectionately drawn tale of youngsters making amends”

Hillary Godwin 1/18/25 Hillary Godwin 1/18/25

Kirkus calls FINDING FORGIVENESS by Marta Bartolj “a straightforward and effectively and affectionately drawn tale of youngsters making amends”

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Bookpage calls TO SEE AN OWL by Matthew Cordell “impactful,” “stunning,” and “elegant” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 1/14/25 Hillary Godwin 1/14/25

Bookpage calls TO SEE AN OWL by Matthew Cordell “impactful,” “stunning,” and “elegant” in starred review

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Kirkus calls THE LIARS SOCIETY: A RISKY GAME (Book 2) by Alyson Gerber “a compelling thriller that promises more chilling drama to come”

Hillary Godwin 1/6/25 Hillary Godwin 1/6/25

Kirkus calls THE LIARS SOCIETY: A RISKY GAME (Book 2) by Alyson Gerber “a compelling thriller that promises more chilling drama to come”

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Kirkus praises A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU, illus. by Maxwell Eaton III, in starred review: “a bittersweet tribute that makes a poignant connection between maps and the concept of home”

Hillary Godwin 1/6/25 Hillary Godwin 1/6/25

Kirkus praises A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU, illus. by Maxwell Eaton III, in starred review: “a bittersweet tribute that makes a poignant connection between maps and the concept of home”

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The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books praises Jashar Awan’s EVERY MONDAY MABEL in starred review: “an arm-pumping, truck-horn toot to each person reveling in their own ‘garbage’”

Hillary Godwin 1/1/25 Hillary Godwin 1/1/25

The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books praises Jashar Awan’s EVERY MONDAY MABEL in starred review: “an arm-pumping, truck-horn toot to each person reveling in their own ‘garbage’”

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BLACK GIRL YOU ARE ATLAS by Renée Watson earns a fourth starred review

Nicholas Croce 12/20/24 Nicholas Croce 12/20/24

BLACK GIRL YOU ARE ATLAS by Renée Watson earns a fourth starred review

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SLJ calls DIVE! by Chris Gall “gorgeous” and “a first choice for libraries” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 12/19/24 Hillary Godwin 12/19/24

SLJ calls DIVE! by Chris Gall “gorgeous” and “a first choice for libraries” in starred review

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Publishers Weekly praises FOUR RED SWEATERS by Lucy Adlington in starred review: “a poignant testament to the unconquerability of the human spirit”

Hillary Godwin 12/19/24 Hillary Godwin 12/19/24

Publishers Weekly praises FOUR RED SWEATERS by Lucy Adlington in starred review: “a poignant testament to the unconquerability of the human spirit”

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Booklist calls A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU, illustrated by Maxwell Eaton III, “a useful, creative addition to elementary-school map units” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 12/18/24 Hillary Godwin 12/18/24

Booklist calls A BOOK OF MAPS FOR YOU, illustrated by Maxwell Eaton III, “a useful, creative addition to elementary-school map units” in starred review

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