John Staughton, Senior Reviewer

The Leprechaun Wars by author Wes Snowden is a mystical leap into the mind of a master storyteller. Fluidly moving between the world of magic and the world of men, this is a classic Emerald Isle adventure tale of one young man’s journey through revenge and romance, with sinister enemies around every cruel corner, and more than enough temptations to stray from his path. Written in a timeless voice that is both formal and flexible, there is a good balance of youthful whimsy and fantasy action. While some of the dialogue comes off as stilted, the depth of world-building and […]

A touching and beautifully illustrated homage to fathers and sons everywhere, Dad Can Be Anything by Ray Colon is a feel-good read with a clever use of rhyme. Celebrating the creative, supportive, and essential relationship between a father figure and a growing boy, the language of this short book is simple, but heartwarming, while the poetic rhythm is fun and amusing. The playful words and universal message are perfectly mirrored by the rich and surprisingly detailed illustrations, making Dad Can Be Anything a stand out on a child’s bookshelf.

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