Halloween is the time of year for creepy, crawly, spooky – and fun picture books.    Here are some perfect books full of pumpkins, skeletons and ghosts.
Alpha Oops! H is for Halloween, by Alethea Kontis, and illustrated by Bob Kolar, is the hilarious sequel to “AlphaOops! The Day Z Went First” by the same author and [...]

Halloween’s coming and so are some magical, mysterious or somewhat spooky books. So let’s begin with chapter books geared for ages nine and older.
The Red Pyramid, by Rick Riordan, is a brand new series, much like his fantastic “Lightening Thief” series, but this book is set in Brooklyn, New York. This page-turner begins with [...]

Father’s Day is coming up and here are some great picture books that pay tribute to grand ol’ dad.
Testing the Ice: A True Story about Jackie Robinson, by daughter Sharon Robinson, and beautifully painted by Kair Nelson, takes you through the story of how Jackie had the courage to overcome racism in baseball by becoming [...]

Mom’s big day is right around the corner and the picture books I’ve compiled will make her day. But the great thing about these books is the subject matter will likely keep the celebration on-going throughout the rest of the year.
Did My Mother Do That?, by Sharon Holt, and illustrated by Brian Lovelock, celebrates the [...]

Presidents’ Day reminds us to appreciate those great presidents that sacrificed much to help keep our wonderful country free and strong. Here are some of the newest and most outstanding books on the subject. All of these books are good for all ages.
Presidents’ Day, by Anne Rockwell, and illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell, is a simple [...]

Valentine’s Day is the best kind of holiday to celebrate love and friendship. Here is a list of some great picture books that boast and toast to perfect relationships. All of these books are good for ages four through eight.
Puppy Love: The Story of Esme and Sam, by Gillian Shields, and illustrated by Elizabeth Harbour, [...]

Are you looking for some last minute Christmas gifts?  Look no further because I have a collection of outstanding books that will suit everyone in your family. This first book is geared for adults and it’s the quintessential essence and spirit of Christmas. The Shepherd’s Song: A Christmas Story, by Larry Barkdull, is told through [...]

The Christmas season brings stories that are rich in love, humility and gifts of the heart. I’ve gathered some outstanding books for all ages that emulate the true meaning of Christmas.
Christmas Jars Reunion, by Jason F. Wright, continues where the “Christmas Jars” left off with Hope, and her life after being reunited with her biological [...]

Christmas is right around the corner and books rich with the meaning of this special holiday helps to celebrate Christ’s birth. Here are some stories that are meant to be read aloud to your families during the month of December.
Let’s begin with a most amazing story that demonstrates the human spirit during the worst of [...]

October is the time of year when we celebrate costumes and candy. Halloween is coming and the bewitching time is on the way. Here are some great new picture books and beginning reading books to read with your child and get them in the “spirit”.  These are great for ages 4 through 8.
And Then Comes [...]