On Snowden Mountain by Jeri Watts – Book Review
Slapping growth on a shell of a character doesn't accomplish anything.
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Alisa Williams
- Jul 25, 2020
- 2 min
The Girl in the Witch’s Garden by Erin Bowman – Book Review
I absolutely loved this book and could not put it down.
Alisa Williams
- Jun 27, 2020
- 4 min
Blog Tour Book Review: In the Role of Brie Hutchens
I absolutely loved Nicole Melleby’s first book, and am so excited to be part of the blog tour for her second, In the Role of Brie Hutchens
Alisa Williams
- Apr 14, 2020
- 2 min
Finally, Something Mysterious by Doug Cornett
Doug Cornett’s debut novel, Finally, Something Mysterious, is an absolute delight, and hands-down my favorite middle grade read this year.
Alisa Williams
- Feb 27, 2020
- 1 min
Circus Mirandus by Cassie Beasley
This book is an absolute delight and I’m so in love with the story and characters.
Alisa Williams
- Jan 18, 2020
- 2 min
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia
I wanted to love this book, and I love everything about the concept, but after the first few chapters it turned into such a slog.
Alisa Williams
- Jan 18, 2020
- 2 min
Red Dove, Listen to the Wind by Sonia Antaki
I loved the idea of this book, but the execution fell flat unfortunately.
Alisa Williams
- Sep 24, 2019
- 2 min
Beverly, Right Here by Kate DiCamillo
This is a story not just about a girl searching for and finding herself, but about the power of community and the need for belonging.
Alisa Williams
- Sep 19, 2019
- 2 min
The Fire Keeper: A Storm Runner Novel (Book 2) by J.C. Cervantes
Cervantes does a fantastic job of crafting a character-driven story where you can't help but cheer for the whole cast - even the bad guys!
Alisa Williams
- Aug 27, 2019
- 6 min
Review: My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich by Ibi Zoboi
During the summer of 1984, Ebony Grace is sent to live with her father in Harlem, a city that seems like a different planet to her.