BONUS*** The book contains a QR code linked to a FREE audiobook version of the story read by actor Marina Squerciati, a fun activity and a soothing meditation from Lynn Sparrow Christy. Julie’s Review: I love a kids story about facing fears with the help of friends and wanting to be kind to others. […]
“This is my debut book as a teacher-author. It tells the coming-of-age tale of a young elephant who finds his place in the world. The themes of celebrating differences and working together to overcome challenges are highlighted by the dynamic illustrations that bring to life the vast diversity of the African savanna and all it […]
For this discussion post, we joining the Tell Me Something Tuesday challenge run by Jen at That’s What I’m Talking About. Here’s the topic for this week. Libraries: do you prefer to visit in-person or check out on-line? Julie: Oh wow I can’t remember the last time I visited a library in person. Since […]
by Kim Megahee Synopsis: A Hail Mary Pass – that’s what the President of the United States called it. What are the chances Marc McKnight’s time travel team can convince George Washington to leave his home and travel with them to the year 2037? Another bloody civil war is imminent in the United States. Political […]
Children’s Book Date Published: 05-01-2023 Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Unseen Johnny is a children’s story that can be loved by all. Meet Johnny, a young boy who feels unseen by others. Join him through his trials and ultimate triumph as he struggles to be seen by his classmates. Julie’s Review There are so […]
New book by lauded Arab-American author reflects on loss, renewal and growing up in the Middle East “Dancing Into the Light: An Arab-American Girlhood in the Middle East” Kathryn K. Abdul-Baki | Sept. 5, 2023 | She Writes Press | Memoir Blurb: Set against the backdrop of the early American presence in Iran under the Shah, and […]
Here at Chapter Break, we don’t always write a full review of every book we read. Well, now we decided to do these monthly wrap-up posts with roundups of our reviews this month and mini-reviews to fill in the gaps. Enjoy! Mini Book Reviews : I loved the audio narrator and the witty banter […]
For this discussion post, we picked this topic: What do you do if you find out something negative about an author? Julie: This is really hard. I guess I’m not a fan of cancel culture in general. I think there are certain things that an author can do/say/believe that will turn me away from them, […]
Ricky’s Dream Trip to the Ancient Worlds of Egypt, Greece and Rome Childrens Books Date Published: November 1, 2022 Publisher: Micro Publishing Media Inc This is a combination of three award-winning Ricky’s Dream Trip books now in one volume with added information for classroom use and at-home activities. Ricky travels to the Ancient […]
For this discussion post, we joining the Tell Me Something Tuesday challenge run by Jen at That’s What I’m Talking About. Here’s the topic for this week. Which book world would you like to visit (real and/or fictional)? Julie: So this one is tough, isn’t it? My favorite book worlds are often the ones […]