by Joanne | Nov 29, 2011 | Realistic/Contemporary Fiction
Fifteen-year-old Pearl lives with her grandfather, Gus, and her mother, Lexie. After the death of her grandfather, Pearl uncovers secrets that threaten her perception of family. Why isn’t her mother grieving and who is Pearl’s father? Why did he leave and how can...
by Joanne | Nov 29, 2011 | Suspense / Thriller / Horror
“It was supposed to be a victimless crime. Finn was the good accomplice, and Chloe was supposed to be the hidden object of attention. But when things intensify, situations become more and more extreme…and what once seemed victimless isn’t so innocent anymore.” Finn...
by Joanne | Nov 29, 2011 | Picture Book
I am reasonably sure you’ve never seen a book like this. Nowadays, inkblots aren’t really that much a part of our everyday lives. Our pens are drip free, we seldom use inkwells or pens with nibs (what are those???) and when we’re painting, we’re usually trying to...
by Joanne | Nov 29, 2011 | Picture Book
The illustrated endpapers of this fanciful book lead the young reader to want to explore inside the book, because who can resist the lure of these assembled objects: half a map, a red pencil whose markings illustrate a trail on the map, several ticket stubs, a...
by Joanne | Nov 28, 2011 | Poetry
If you swim like you’re “chasing after porpoises” or play basketball waiting for the “soft, sweet sound of swish” as the ball falls through net, then this collection of sports-themed poetry is for you! Renowned Children’s Poet Laureate Jack Prelutsky has joined forces...
