Long, long ago, over the course of three centuries the little village of Palekh emerged as one of the leading centers of iconic painting in Russia. Its face and long traditions, however, changed dramatically after The Great Revolution of 1917. … Read the rest! >
Lara’s Gift
THE BOOK THIEF: A Brilliant Prologue
When I was a child, whenever I saw the word ‘Prologue’ in a book, I immediately skipped over it and headed straight to chapter one where I was more likely to be planted into the action and heart of the … Read the rest! >
*Kirkus STARRED REVIEW List of Best Dog Books
When I was a kid, I was on a constant hunt to find a good dog book to read. I wasn’t always successful. That’s why I created this blog, Best Dog Books. I hope this site will become a go-to … Read the rest! >
*Kirkus STARRED REVIEW List of World Books for Kids
When I was a kid, I was on a constant hunt to find a good book set outside of the United States. I wasn’t always successful. That’s why I created this blog, World Reads. I hope this site will become … Read the rest! >
best dog books – Q & A with Annemarie O’Brien: LARA’S GIFT
I’m delighted to bring you, Lara’s Gift, written by Annemarie O’Brien and illustrated by Tim Jessell.
Lara’s Gift will be released by Alfred A. Knopf on August 6, 2013 and is appropriate for kids 10 and up. It’s … Read the rest! >
