Welcome to House full of Bookworms!
Whether your child is already an avid reader or you are searching for that special book to spark his/her lifelong love of reading, you’re in the right place. I post new book reviews every month on everything from board books to middle-grade novels.
But I’m also an author myself! Besides having been published in multiple, award-winning children’s magazines around the world, I have a chapter book for young readers and a picture book as well. You can learn more about my books at my Author Site.
The Arrow and the Crown
When I found out a friend I had met at Hutchmoot--a conference about faith in the arts--had written a book, I was curious to read it. I didn't expect to get swept away in a compelling, beautiful written story. But that's exactly what happened when I read The Arrow and...
Classic Picture Books–Our Favorites
Classic picture books have a lot to offer our fast-paced society with their simple, slower pace. They can remind us to slow down, take notice, embrace imagination.
The Bootlace Magician by Cassie Beasley
I rarely review sequels. But sometimes, when that sequel is especially wonderful, and I don't think enough people have read the first book, I make exceptions. The Bootlace Magician by Cassie Beasley, followup to Circus Mirandus, is one of those exceptions. The Story...
Kids Books for Christmas List 2019
It's always fun for me to make this list, because I get to look back on all the great books I've read this past year. Some of these I've reviewed, and some I haven't. But I think any one of these would make a great gift for your loved ones. I've got book suggestions...
Picture Books About Loss and Grief
Loss and grief aren't things I like to talk about, but they are a part of life. And they are a part of kids life. Whether that loss is death, absence, or something else, I hope these picture books about loss and grief can give you and your child a way to talk about...
Unicorn Picture Books You Shouldn’t Miss
Have you noticed the plethora of unicorn, well, everything recently? There's certainly no shortage of unicorn picture books that have come out recently! So, I guess it's time I weigh in on my favorite unicorn picture books. Best Unicorn Picture Books Do You Believe in...
Forward Me Back to You by Mitali Perkins
I don't usually review YA, but Mitali Perkins is one of my new favorite authors, and her new book, Forward Me Back to You, is fantastic! Ok, so I’ve only read two of her books so far, but I loved them both, and the rest are in my to-read pile. She first came on my...
Best Summer Reading Programs, Contests, and Challenges 2019
I love summer reading programs, especially those that reward a child with a new book! I still have most of the books that belonged to me as a child, and they'll always hold a special place in my heart. These are some of the best summer reading programs 2019 has to...
