Personal rating of 3 out of 5 stars
Illustrated by Steve Lambe 3 stars A fun double-sided story with an emphasis on balance. Patient Pig is always prepared and Eager Eagle is always moving. But after the big basketball game doesn’t go how either of them planned, they decide to learn from one another to meet in the middle. Great themes of teamwork,…
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Illustrated by Anthony Conley 3 stars A sweet introduction to the Afro Unicorns and their magical world. Fun characters, high energy, and nice reminders of how unique, divine, and magical the reader is. The illustrations are adorable. A nice little read. I really enjoy the Afro Unicorn characters. Goodreads
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3 stars Another adorable cake-themed adventure featuring Pringle and Finn. In this one, the penguin couple delivers various birthday cakes to their animal friends until it’s time for a very special birthday cake and a new addition to the family. Sweet artwork with lovely details. A gentle story that makes for a soothing read. These…
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3 stars An odd little story filled with darkness, horrors, and unexpected light. A mostly wordless tale about a little mage who sets off into a world of mysterious monsters to help heal the cursed land. The artwork is hauntingly beautiful. Loved the blend of cuteness and horror. Great for fans of Over the Garden…
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Illustrated by Rocio Arreola Mendoza 3 stars A The Rainbow Fish-style adventure with stronger themes and a most satisfying ending, in my opinion. When the ocean goes dark one day, Maren and Remy seek the guidance of Huixtocihuatl, the Aztec goddess of salt and salt water. Along the way, they meet various creatures that are troubled…
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Illustrated by Kate Sherron 3 stars A fun new pony adventure. Follow G5’s Mane 5 as they host a summer camp at Camp Bighoof to teach ponies how to use their new powers. It’s all fun and games until the entrance caves in, leaving the campers trapped. And it seems there might be something lurking…
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by Gayle E. Pitman Illustrated by Christopher Lyles 3 stars A sweet book providing a tour of San Francisco landmarks related to the LGBTQ community, all of which are visible from Lyon and Martin’s picture window. The text follows the transformation from when the couple first moved in to the community that blossomed. The text…
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Illustrated by Chloe Burgett 3 stars An adorable story of perseverance, ingenuity, and creative problem solving. One summer day Eva starts a lemonade stand with roaring success. But as the competition mounts, she isn’t sure she’s cut out for the business world. With a little encouragement from her brother, Eva comes up with a brand…
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3 stars A cute Rugrats adventure filled with time travel, historical figures, and all sorts of mischief. This is the first I’ve read in this series and it was a fun tie-in to the show. Stu is having trouble with his Flying Dactar invention. While the Rugrats investigate the machine, they are transported to 16th…
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3 stars A fun collection of one-page comics featuring a lovable cast of animals. Sorted into categories of love and friendship, holidays and celebrations, family, and daily life, this collection brings a bit of humor, relatability, and strangeness. Adorable artwork. I loved getting to know all the reoccurring characters. A sweet collection focusing on friendship,…
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