Middle grade fans of Jasper Rabbit—hero of Reynolds and Brown’s previous Creepy! trilogy—will be excited to sink into the first title in this chapter book spin-off series! Troubling Tonsils follows Charlie Marmot, whose soon-to-be-removed tonsils are displaying some ominous behaviors! A perfect mix of silliness and genuinely creepy vibes, spooky kids will love this creepy … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day Eight: Troubling Tonsils by Aaron Reynolds, illustrated by Peter Brown
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10 Brand New Halloween Kids’ Books That Are Frighteningly Cute
New article on Bookstr! The creepy and frightening isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay! Check out these new releases that celebrate the cuter and cozier side of Halloween for little readers. Read the article here!
Book Birthdays: Notable New Releases for The Week (9/7)
Happy book birthday to these new releases from our pals at Prestel, Beach Lane Books, and Candlewick! 🥳 🎈 🎁 Featuring:🎂 WHEN I FEEL LONELY by Britta Teckentrup🎂 DINKY THE TINYSAUR by Maggie Edkins Willis🎂 THE TINKERERS by Caroline Carlson🎂 BUNNS RABBIT by Alan Barillaro🎂 THE VANISHING OF LAKE PEIGNEUR by Allan Wolf, illustrated by Jose … Continue reading Book Birthdays: Notable New Releases for The Week (9/7)
Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day Six: This Little Monster by Dori Elys, illustrated by Kathryn Selbert
For the littlest Halloween fans, this delightful little board book is a sweet treat. A play on “This Little Piggy,” readers join a community of monsters, ghouls, and spooky sorts as they prepare for a Halloween celebration. In the artwork, a shy little ghost peers from the shadows, hoping for an invitation. Adorable seasonal fun … Continue reading Spooky Season 31-Day Countdown, Day Six: This Little Monster by Dori Elys, illustrated by Kathryn Selbert
For the Good of the Children: Revealing the Lies of Book Banning Movements
New article on Bookstr! Book-banning “pressure groups” and political movements claim that their actions benefit childhood development, but numerous studies have shown the opposite to be true. Check it out here.
