Category: Book REVIEWS

My Book Review of Chill Out! The Cat’s Wintertime Ebook Collection (Dr. Seuss/Cat in the Hat)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Series, Women Writers, Young Readers

Chill Out! The Cat's Wintertime Ebook Collection: A Reindeer's First Christmas; New Friends for Christmas; A Long Winter's Nap; Flight of the Penguin by Tish Rabe My rating: 4 of 5 stars Maturing A Children's Series to Middle Grade For The HolidayI enjoyed Tish Rabe's continuation of Dr. Seuess' legacy. This is a lovely collection … Continue reading My Book Review of Chill Out! The Cat’s Wintertime Ebook Collection (Dr. Seuss/Cat in the Hat)

My Book Review of Painting Celia

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Series, Women Writers, Women's Fiction

Painting Celia by Maya Bairey My rating: 4 of 5 stars Beautiful Artistry, But Sometimes SuperfluousThe plot of this book caught my eye. Overall, it was executed beautifully with the imagery tying into the story concept. Unfortunately, there were times when the painter's view became too much for me. I understood what the author was … Continue reading My Book Review of Painting Celia

My Book Review of Be Kind

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller My rating: 5 of 5 stars I Got ChillsThis book moved me so much I got emotional chills. It is simple, which makes it perfect for its target audience. However, the story is thoughtful, endearing, and valuable. It is pure delight!I'm excited to share this book with my grandkids. … Continue reading My Book Review of Be Kind

My Book Review of Strictly No Elephants

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev My rating: 4 of 5 stars Good Message But Alittle ChoppyWhat a sweet book. Great illustrations and wonderful message about what friendship is. The character selections of non-standard pets to show prejudice and inclusive was subtle, but brilliant.My only complaint is the story felt choppy. Often, there wasn't a … Continue reading My Book Review of Strictly No Elephants

My Book Review of Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Poetry, Young Readers

Fox in Socks by Dr. Seuss My rating: 4 of 5 stars Dr. Seuss Is GeniusI read this as a child and loved it. I read it again now, and though I admit Dr. Seuss is a genius, this book overwhelmed my senses. I was surprised by that. LOLFor a child, especially a new reader, … Continue reading My Book Review of Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)