Once Upon a Goat illustrated by Eric Barclay has received two glowing reviews from Booklist and Kirkus Reviews! Coming out August 27th this story is about a royal family wishing for a kid. When the Queen and King tell their fairy godmother that anything will do, they end up with quite a surprising bundle of joy – a goat! Booklist says “Barclay uses composition effectively to frame the story and draw attention to certain elements. And Kirkus says “the austere lines of the palace contrast amusingly with the chaos brought by the goat child.” Pre-order a copy here! Read the Booklist review here Read the Kirkus review here
Nugget and Fang are back! Nugget and Fang Go To School illustrated by Michael Slack is out now and has received praise from Kirkus. The book takes a journey through Nugget and Fang’s first day of school and the obstacles and anxiety Fang faces. Kirkus says the illustrations are “bright and colorful” and “Slack deftly portrays Fang’s every emotion”. “Readers will no doubt feel empathetic” for the relatable struggles Fang deals with. Kids will definitely love this Fang-tastic book! Get your copy here Read the full review here
Joanie Stone’s debut illustrated picture book, Me and the Sky, (out September 10th!) has already received excellent reviews from Kirkus and Booklist. This biography on Beverly Bass, the first female co-pilot of American Airlines and the inspiration for the character in the Broadway musical Come From Away, is a story of determination and passion. Kirkus says Stone’s “retro, cartoonish illustrations…evoke spirited enthusiasm” and her art is inspiring and well done because it “embraces people of color as well as of various ages”. And with Booklist calling her drawings “bright and optimistic” this book is sure to elevate anyone’s spirit! Pre-order the book today! Read the full Booklist Review here Read the full Kirkus Review here
On Saturday June 29 from 1-3pm, Elizabeth Zunon will be in The Cocobar in Schenectady, NY for a Chocolate Party to promote her new book, Grandpa Cacao. It will be a story-time and feast of chocolate treats, where you can also buy copies of her book. The Chocolate Party is the latest in a month of fantastic events celebrating the release of Grandpa Cacao! Pick up your own copy here
It’s back! My Shoes and I written by Rene Colato Lainez and illustrated by Fabricio Vanden Broeck has received a Starred review from Kirkus for its new bilingual version due to come out May 31st 2019. Kirkus praises the thoughtful artwork, writing “Brush-stroked spreads depicting various landscapes—lush, green scenes, muddy trails, mountains, cities, the river—are reminiscent of Central American artwork often depicted on murals, souvenir trinkets, or postcards. Not until the last spread does Vanden Broeck finally unveil René’s smiling face in its entirety.” Pick up your copy here To read the full review click here
The School Library Journal has recognized Frank Morrison’s amazing artwork in Starstruck in a recent Starred Review. Calling the book “a stellar biography for young readers who have their eyes on the stars,” the reviewer also wrote that “Morrison’s illustrations show Neil’s ‘starstruck’ wonder.” Starstruck is truly shining bright! To read the full review click here Get your copy here
