Last review I need to focus on Auntie Millie's Tales. Adrian So's The Groundworld Heroes is one of those feel-good reads. When I finished it, I spent a few moments reflecting on the main character's choices and how these ultimately shaped the story. The ending was a complete surprise, adding to the book's reading pleasure. Without giving too much away, the Junior Digger mole with a heart of gold provides an example for all to follow. I look forward to Adrian's upcoming books in this series and wish this promising young author luck ..read more

I was pleasantly surprised when I looked at the large volume of work the author had included. This fun little book had me chuckling over and over. I read it to my eight-year-old, who enjoyed most of the poems. We discussed the ones she needed help understanding, adding an educational aspect to the book. I recommend reading this book in small chunks to allow you to reflect and enjoy the author's work. I noticed the font's superscript placement of apostrophes, which is distracting. The book's art was delightful, and I look forward to John's next book ..read more

  Book Review Shelly the Shark that Was Afraid of the Dark helps young children understand the difficult changes life can present in this beautifully illustrated book. As a child, I drew up the covers and surrounded myself with stuffed animals to protect me from the dark. This book's subject hits home, and Harry Fabler allows the story's actors to help children see that what is unknown is not always bad. It is by seeking out the unknown that adventures are born. It's a fun read any night with your little ones. Keith the Croc that lost his Teeth: This charming book was fun for my younges ..read more

When Timmy and Molly get dragged into another test of Jack's invention, they are transported to an alien world. Children's author David Wade delivers a science fiction story entitled "The Incredible Adventures of Timmy, Molly, & Jack and the Space-Travelling Microwave." While the book starts slowly introducing characters, it soon shifts into high gear. The author presents a compelling read. I couldn't put it down to sleep because I wanted to see how the book ended. Throughout the story, the author slips in beautiful twists and turns to keep you guessing until the final page. Get ready for ..read more

A Difficult Choice - The twins wonder if it’s time to abandon the old ways and take arms against Mörken and his Troth army. If they choose to fight, there is no going back to a path that generations of their ancestors have followed ..read more

 A small creature forgotten by time lived in a corner of the ancient forest. It would be no surprise if one passed by and failed to notice it. The Oobleck was accustomed to being alone and was startled when a scouting party came upon its home. The Troth tormented the creature first with shouts and later with stones. The Oobleck stared silently. Sensing danger, he blinked. The forest was silent again, and the tiny creature returned to his duties, having removed the annoyance ..read more

 Ursula was unaware that the nightmare she had captured was already a reality. Mörken, the Dark One, sat upon his throne of death in the eastern wasteland, gloating and planning for the annihilation to come ..read more

  The atrocities committed by the Troth against the Waldvolker increased in number. The wise woman, Ursula, decides to probe the Dark One’s dreams to learn his motives. Employing the ancient magic of dream catching, Ursula places catchers throughout the forest, hoping to snare one of Mörken’s nightmares. While reading a catcher one morning, the wise woman is horrified at what she sees. Burning forest and a smoldering wasteland as far as the eye can see. The council mistakenly claimed he would move on once he had his precious gold. His hidden agenda appears to be the total annihilation of ..read more

Greetings Is there a blogger who has dealt with Crossover Picture Books who would guest blog a short piece about their experience with the genre? Folksburywoods Story Blog posts bits that tie into the short stories and picturebooks linked to the blog. As a professor, I am constantly amazed at how many excellent crossover picture books I use in my science and medical education courses. I would be honored to host your piece. Please contact me through the blog's email (info@folksburywoods.com). Cheers Dr. CJ ..read more

Of Course, The Orcs: Sensing destruction, the Orks decided to descend the mountains and bring wrath to the ancient forest. Who the Orcs fight for is unknown. Their vicious nature means Mörken and the Waldvolker must fear these roving giants. However, the wise woman Ursula sees a twist and gathers her counsel. The ancient witch reveals her plan to use the beasts against Mörken in such a way that will shock even the Dark One.  ..read more