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Alphamaniacs: Builders of 26 Wonders of the Word by Paul Fleischman, Illus. by Melissa Sweet

October 12, 2021

Review by Logaine Navascués

magine a circus where words are the most exotic animal. A space where writers play with language to perform bizarre tricks and tame it into unusual yet sophisticated forms. Welcome to Alphamaniacs, a collection of mini biographies of 26 outstanding storytellers who found their own, unique ways of writing with wit and creativity. … More Alphamaniacs: Builders of 26 Wonders of the Word by Paul Fleischman, Illus. by Melissa Sweet

YAing News: Week of Oct. 11

October 11, 2021

Fall is here, and so is a new edition of the YAing newsletter! We’ve got author interviews, skeletons, spooky ghosts, and book recommendations. … More YAing News: Week of Oct. 11

Mister Mole Moves In by Lesley-Ann Green

October 7, 2021

Review by Jocelyne Gregory

Juniper Hollow is a quiet small town filled with polite and courteous residents. For Mr. Mole, the newest resident of Juniper Hollow, it is a wonderful—if not a slightly strange—new beginning to life among his curious new neighbours. … More Mister Mole Moves In by Lesley-Ann Green

The Disability Experience: Working Toward Belonging by Hannalora Leavitt, Illus. by Belle Wuthrich

October 5, 2021

Review by Elizabeth Leung

As resources that explain disabilities to youth are hard to come by, The Disability Experience is a true gem of non-fiction. Author Hannalora Leavitt, who herself is legally blind, provides a succinct overview of the culture and history of disability for young readers. … More The Disability Experience: Working Toward Belonging by Hannalora Leavitt, Illus. by Belle Wuthrich

5 Questions for Anita Miettunen

October 4, 2021

Anita Miettunen is a writer and illustrator from Vancouver, BC, who loves exploring the natural world. Big Blue Forever, her first children’s book, was published by Red Deer Press in 2017. Anita serves as the Regional Advisor for the SCBWI’s Canada West chapter and also reviews books for CM: Canadian Review of Materials. … More 5 Questions for Anita Miettunen

The Aquanaut by Jill Heinerth, Illus. by Jaime Kim

September 30, 2021

Review by Logaine Navascués

The depths of the ocean are as mysterious and unknown as outer space, and real-life underwater explorer and cave diver Jill Heinerth knows it. … More The Aquanaut by Jill Heinerth, Illus. by Jaime Kim

BOY by Brent van Staalduinen

September 28, 2021

Review by Deborah Vail

What would you think of a high school senior who wears his cadet uniform to school, rides a bright orange bicycle, and talks to himself? What if you discovered that his older sister, Charlie, was killed eight years earlier in a motor vehicle crash. Could you believe that her ghost is always with him? … More BOY by Brent van Staalduinen

The Secret Fawn by Kallie George, illus. by Elly MacKay

September 23, 2021

Review by Katie Gaston

Objects or creatures that are tiny are sometimes considered unimportant, insignificant, and thus get overlooked. The Secret Fawn by Kallie George invites young readers to challenge these small ideas and to find big power within themselves.
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Olga: Out of Control! by Elise Gravel

September 21, 2021

Review by Logaine Navascués

Science-loving Olga made the greatest discovery of her young life when she found a new animal species, the Olgamus ridiculus. In this third adventure in the Olga series, Olga encounters yet another new discovery, and challenge, as her beloved pet Olgamus, Meh, becomes the mom of seven baby Olgamuses! … More Olga: Out of Control! by Elise Gravel

Goodnight, Astronaut by Scott Kelly, Illus. by Izzy Burton

September 16, 2021

Review by Sara Francoeur

Goodnight, Astronaut combines the excitement and wonder of life as an astronaut with story and illustrations that would convince even the most excitable little dreamer of the importance of a good night’s rest. … More Goodnight, Astronaut by Scott Kelly, Illus. by Izzy Burton

YOUNG ADULTING

Serious Reviews of Books for Kids and Teens

Author: youngadultingubc

Alphamaniacs: Builders of 26 Wonders of the Word by Paul Fleischman, Illus. by Melissa Sweet

YAing News: Week of Oct. 11

Mister Mole Moves In by Lesley-Ann Green

The Disability Experience: Working Toward Belonging by Hannalora Leavitt, Illus. by Belle Wuthrich

5 Questions for Anita Miettunen

The Aquanaut by Jill Heinerth, Illus. by Jaime Kim

BOY by Brent van Staalduinen

The Secret Fawn by Kallie George, illus. by Elly MacKay

Olga: Out of Control! by Elise Gravel

Goodnight, Astronaut by Scott Kelly, Illus. by Izzy Burton