The Dark Knight and the Man of Steel meet for the very first time—but this adventure takes them to a place far beyond the world they know to places they never thought existed.
My Review: Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Won this book from GoodReads. I was entertained with Batman and Superman beating each other up. It was great having two Batman and Superman telling each other what to do. It was a fun book to read. The pictures were perfect for each scene. I loved that Cat Women and Wonder Women became part of the story.
Author Biography
Greg Pak is an award-winning Korean American comic book writer and filmmaker currently writing “Lawful” for BOOM and “Sam Wilson: Captain America” (with Evan Narcisse) for Marvel. Pak wrote the “Princess Who Saved Herself” children’s book and the “Code Monkey Save World” graphic novel based on the songs of Jonathan Coulton and co-wrote (with Fred Van Lente) the acclaimed “Make Comics Like the Pros” how-to book. Pak’s other work includes “Planet Hulk,” “Darth Vader,” “Mech Cadet Yu,” “Ronin Island,” “Action Comics,” and “Magneto Testament.”
In nearly every classroom across America there are children with food allergies. This award winning children’s book by Dr. Jessica St. Louis introduces the concept of food allergies in a fun and educational way. It follows the adventures of Max, a young school-age monkey, as he lives life, makes friends, and eats mangos instead of bananas due to his allergy. Intended for pre-school and young elementary school readers, this book will open children’s eyes to the reality of food allergies that their friends and classmates may have. Full of bright and whimsical illustrations, this book will enchant young readers as they watch young Max the monkey live it up, make friends, and have lots of fun along the way. Engaging and informative while remaining silly and playful, this delightful story has a message young readers will take to heart. Mangos for Max will donate 10% of all proceeds to further food allergy research by contributing to FARE, Food Allergy Research Education.
My Review: Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I met Jessica in person at Bookcon a few years ago. It was great meeting her. I love this book. It’s so colorful and lively, plus it’s about children with food allergies. It is well written and a great book to read to children. Plus, when you purchase the book, 10% of the proceeds get donated to Food Allergy Research and Education. If you have children or are an educator, you would definitely want to grab a copy of this amazing book.
The horror author Paul Tremblay will bring on book tour for his first middle-grade novel, Another.
Book Synopsis
When Casey Wilson’s parents tell him that his friend is coming for a sleepover, he has no idea who that might be. Ever since the Zoom Incident, everyone treats him like a pariah, and his tics are worse than ever.
When Morel appears, he’s not like any friend Casey has ever met. His skin is like clay, and he doesn’t speak. But Casey’s parents are charmed by the strange kid, and it’s nice to have someone to talk to besides his sister, Ally, who is away at college. As his normally loving parents grow distant from Casey, they gush and fawn over Morel. Casey knows something is wrong—but with no end in sight to the sleepover, he’s exhausted. And in the dark, out of the corner of his eye, Morel doesn’t look like a kid at all….
Author Biography
Paul Tremblay has won the Bram Stoker, British Fantasy, the Sheridan Le Fanu, and Massachusetts Book awards and is the author of the New York Times bestselling Horror Movie, The Beast You, Are, The Pallbearers Club, Survivor Song, Growing Things, Disappearance at Devil’s Rock, A Head Full of Ghosts, and the crime novels The Little Sleep and No Sleep Till Wonderland. His novel The Cabin at the End of the World was adapted as the Universal Pictures film Knock at the Cabin. His short fiction and essays have appeared in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Entertainment Weekly online, and numerous year’s-best anthologies. He has a master’s degree in mathematics and lives outside Boston with his family. He is represented by Stephen Barbara, InkWell Management.
Every small town hides a secret. This one has a few dozen… and a magical cat who knows them all.
After leaving her enchanted hometown behind, Lo Heal-Park thought she’d finally found a quiet life in Celestial Falls—complete with a charming bakery, a suspiciously talkative cat, and a second date with the local vet. But when a beloved town elder is found dead under mysterious circumstances and strange magical pulses begin rippling through the streets, Lo’s hopes for a fresh start vanish like sugar on a hot skillet.
Now, with her unexpected spiritual gifts waking up and a magical crack in the town’s foundation threatening to burst wide open, Lo has to sift through secrets, seal old spells, and figure out who—or what—is stirring ancient magic from its slumber. All without burning the biscuits.
Warm, witty, and just a little wicked, Wand, Waffles & Whispers is the delicious first course in a new cozy mystery series perfect for fans of spellbinding small towns, cinnamon-sweet suspense, and heroines who stir up more than just batter.
Because in Celestial Falls, even the magic has a sweet tooth… and it’s hungry.
My Review: Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A magical novel with delicious bake goods that will decipher the mystery behind the death of Odessa. Lo Heal Park is figuring out her magical powers. Odessa’s death will help Lo solve the mystery with the crack under the town that was sparking magic that was holding something evil from being unleashed in the real world and solving Odessa’s murder. I had fun with Skylar Blue (a cat), whom Lo can speak with. Skylar, with her southern sass, had me giggling throughout the story. Let’s not forget the romantic sparks between the love triangle. Who will Lo fall in love with? Lo is part of two worlds, the magical and the real world. She will protect both worlds with her life.
Author Biography
Beloved cozy mystery author Tonya Kappes is bringing her charming world to the screen!
The Hallmark Channel is thrilled to announce a television series in development based on Tonya’s wildly popular 40-book series, A Camper & Criminals Mystery.
A celebrated Amazon All-Star and USA Today bestselling author, Tonya has written over 180 southern cozy mysteries filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable small-town characters. Her novels, known for their southern charm and rich emotional storytelling, have been praised by readers and critics alike, earning her a coveted spot as a Woman’s World Book Club Pick six times.
Writing full-time from her camper, Tonya crafts worlds where mystery, friendship, and a little mischief collide — and now, her stories will come to life for cozy mystery lovers everywhere.
Birds, and crabs, and crocs – oh my! – stand between Toby and his new ocean home. Can he outslip, outslide, out-double flip and dive them? Jump in to find out!
My Review: Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I got this book at BookCon in NYC a few years ago. I got to meet Stacy, who was very sweet. I enjoyed this book because I love animals. The pictures were nicely done.It’s a great book to teach children the cycle of baby turtles and the obstacles they have to overcome before heading to their real home in the ocean. Thanks for the extra info about turtles.
Author Biography
Stacy A. Nyikos is the author of three aquatic picture books, Squirt, Shelby & Dizzy (Stonehorse), as well as a middle grade novel, Dragon Wishes (Blooming Tree Press, 2008). Her books have received numerous awards, including Winner in the Arizona Authors Literary Contest, Finalist in ForeWord Magazine’s Book of the Year, and Featured Picture Book of the Oklahoma Aquarium.
Stacy conducts school visits at both elementary and middle schools across the U.S., using dummy books, selected (somewhat embarrassing) early drafts of her writing, and power point presentations to teach children about story-making and sea life. In 2008, she will finally! be able to add Chinese dragons to her presentations. “
Kathryn Leigh ScottMarie WallaceLyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown, NYRose GardenHudson River ViewEveryone who dressed in themeSharon Smyth
We had such a great time at Champagne at Collinwood (Lyndhurst Mansion). It was super humid but gorgeous out to have some champagne and appetizers. We were able to walk through the mansion and have a chat with the Dark Shadow cast members.
If you live near Tarrytown, NY, don’t forget to tour the mansion.
It’s another year of the Dark Shadows Weekend at the Lyndhurst Mansion. In attendance was Kathryn Leigh Scott, Marie Wallace, Donna McKechnie, Sharon Smyth, and Grayson Hall son Matthew Hall.
I met Kathryn and Marie two years ago. I also attended the event they did last year and met Sharon and another cast member.
If you haven’t watched the Dark Shadows series, Amazon has the full series free.
Sharon SmythDonna McKechnieMarie WallaceKathryn Leigh Scott
In May 2014, audiences will witness the epic rebirth of the King of Monsters as Legendary and Warner Bros. bring Godzilla to the big screen. To pave the way for the iconic creature’s return, Legendary Comics is proud to present the official Godzilla prequel graphic novel!
Delve into an incredible mystery, generations in the making. At the dawn of the atomic age, humanity awakens lifeforms beyond imagination, unleashing monumental forces of nature. This explosive, larger-than-life adventure is the perfect way for fans to experience the new Godzilla before seeing it in theaters.
My Review: Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Won this book from GoodReads. The images were perfectly done. I enjoyed reading the whole formation of how these monsters came about. I had no idea that radiation was the key to keeping these monsters active. I need to go see the movie now. My brother loves Godzilla.
Barnyard Bully is about the importance of friendship and is told by the animals that live on a farm. It begins when a small horse named Jake arrives at the farm and turns to bullying to try and fit in. Through a course of events Jake finds himself in terrible danger and badly in need of friends. Barnyard Bully offers excitement, humor and insight into the daily lives of the barnyard buddies while teaching about friendship and lessons learned.
My Review: Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Won this book from GoodReads. I really enjoyed this book of how a horse was a bully in a barnyard and later on found out that the way you treat someone will be the way you will be treated. He needed help, and no one wanted to help him for being a bully. It’s a great book to read to elementary children. It’s hard fitting in at school, work, and society at times. People who are lonely and have been mistreated will tend to be a bully because it’s there way of standing up for themselves and showing people that they are the leader, while oppressing all their fears and hurts. There have been a number of suicides in the past years because of people getting bullied at school. Kids and teenagers want to fit in and not look like an outcast. They want to be with the popular crew so that they are accepted. I love that Donna added references about the different animals. The cover really reflected the characters in the book. I recommend this book.
Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.
A lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths. Gilmore Girls , but with murder.
High-powered businesswoman Lana Rubicon has a lot to be proud her keen intelligence, impeccable taste, and the L.A. real estate empire she’s built. But when she finds herself trapped 300 miles north of the city, convalescing in a sleepy coastal town with her adult daughter Beth and teenage granddaughter Jack, Lana is stuck counting otters instead of square footage—and hoping that boredom won’t kill her before the cancer does.
Then Jack—tiny in stature but fiercely independent—happens upon a dead body while kayaking. She quickly becomes a suspect in the homicide investigation, and the Rubicon women are thrown into chaos. Beth thinks Lana should focus on recovery, but Lana has a better idea. She’ll pull on her wig, find the true murderer, protect her family, and prove she still has power. With Jack and Beth’s help, Lana uncovers a web of lies, family vendettas, and land disputes lurking beneath the surface of a community populated by folksy conservationists and wealthy ranchers. But as their amateur snooping advances into ever-more dangerous territory, the headstrong Rubicon women must learn to do the one thing they’ve always depend on each other.
My Review: Rated 3 out of 5 stars
A murder mystery that will bring a family together to sleuth their way to finding the murderer. The trio of grandmother, mother, and daughter will work on their relationship while helping to clear Jack of any suspicion. Lana Rubicon, who is the grandmother in the story, is a strong woman you don’t want to mess with. She will push all the buttons to find the truth. Beth and Jack have developed a close bond as mother and daughter, living a life free from secrets. Sometimes, secrets need to be kept to help solve this murder.
After Jack and a group of tourists find a dead body, the Rubicon family will work together to find the killer. This story features strong female characters who develop a close bond through their shared experiences. For years, Lana and Beth have grown apart. Lana’s cancer diagnosis and the surrounding murder mystery brought them closer together, rebuilding their relationship. The story was slow, yet it left you wondering about multiple characters and trying to determine who the real killer was.
Author Biography
I write crime stories about strong women. My first novel, MOTHER-DAUGHTER MURDER NIGHT, is a New York Times bestselling mystery about a grandma, single mom, and teenage girl who come together to solve the murder of a naturalist who washes up in the Monterey Bay.
Writing has always been my joy. In college, I was an electrical engineering student by day and a slam poet by night. After a brief stint at NASA, I started designing interactive exhibits and eventually became a museum director. I wrote two books of nonfiction about creating participatory, relevant cultural institutions. Nonprofits were my “real” job; writing was on the side.
Then, my mom got sick. I quit my job to help care for her, and I found myself turning to fiction as a way to escape and find some pleasure during a hard time. My mom and I both always loved mysteries, and I decided to try to write one myself, with a detective/hero based on my mother. Now, my mom is doing better, and I’m gratefully spending my days reading, writing, and caring for my family.
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