Book Review: Brainy Bugs by Dr. Karen Smith
Ever wonder how an inchworm got its name or how Katydids can help determine the temperature of the air? Brainy Bugs: Funny Facts for...
top of page
Reviews in the CITY
Life, Reading, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Search
Aug 2, 20191 min
The Adventures of Samba Rat and Friends in Sherman the Last Dragon
Imagine what would happen if you were lost in the woods. In the Adventures of Samba Rat and Friends, a very odd group of forest...
Dec 8, 20182 min
Review: Carrie's Flight by Lois Wickstrom
If you are a fan of the Magic School Bus book series, then you might just fall in love with Carrie's Flight by author Lois Wickstrom....
Oct 30, 20182 min
Review: William, The What-If Wonder by Carol Wulff
William, The What-If Wonder On His First Day of School is a clever story about a little boy who tackles some big problems. On the first...
Feb 6, 20182 min
Review: Timeless Tales: Poems of Childhood by E.V. Eklund
Author E.V. Eklund's book of poetry for children is an enchanting journey through time. The book is a wonderful tribute to literary...
Nov 9, 20172 min
Review: Just Elliot by Sue Baer
Autism is a developmental disability affecting the lives of numerous children. According to the Center for Disease Control,...
Aug 7, 20171 min
Spotlight On: Grind by Sybil Bartel
Sybil Bartel is definitely not coy when it comes to writing. Quite possibly the queen of writing books featuring alpha male heroes, her...
Jul 17, 20172 min
#BabyLove: My Toddler Life by Corine Dehghanpisheh
Amid an increasingly digital world where technology is king, #BabyLove: My Toddler Life reminds us about the value of human interaction....
Jun 2, 20171 min
The Toothless Puppy by Karen and Ashley Almon
Campbell, an adorable golden retriever, may be missing a tooth but there is definitely nothing missing in this esteem building story that...
May 25, 20174 min
Spotlight On: Sovereignty by ANJENIQUE HUGHES
Fast forward 200 years into the future and imagine living in a world where an implanted microchip documents your every move. Anjenique...
May 6, 20171 min
Spotlight On: Mistake No.7 by Laura Avery
Mistake No. 7 is an adult, romance book that captures all the fumbles of love. Written by Laura Avery, this steamy new novel is...
Apr 29, 20171 min
Spotlight On: Keeping Claudia by Suzanne McKenna Link
If you enjoy romance, then check out Suzanne McKenna Link's newest title: Keeping Claudia. The book is scheduled for release in May of...
Apr 28, 20172 min
Spotlight On: Karma by Cynthia Vespia
Armed with a mask, a makeup brush, and amazing powers - supermodel turned superhero Karma is ready to take on the world. However, when...
Apr 10, 20171 min
Spotlight On: Last Semester by Corine Mekaouche
This week "Reviews in the City" is shining a spotlight on Corine Mekaouche's newest title: Last Semester. Read information about this...
Mar 28, 20171 min
I Survived the Great Chicago Fire by Lauren Tarshis
Imagine being lost in a big city where orphaned kids are being turned into gangsters, and the streets are turning to ash ---(literally). ...
Mar 14, 20172 min
The Purple Grumblies by Mike Marsh
Warning: “Flying or sailing in umbrellas is dangerous.” However, this message only applies if you are a Purple Grumblie and you’re...
Mar 9, 20171 min
Book Review: Ava the Monster Slayer by Lisa Maggiore
Ava the Monster Slayer: A Warrior Who Wears Glasses. is a tale about a young girl who slays monsters right in her own basement. Written...
Feb 16, 20171 min
Book Review: The Brown Paper Bear by Neil Reed
There are some things in life that instantly create moments of nostalgia. The Brown Paper Bear wonderfully creates one of those moments...
Feb 7, 20172 min
Book Review: The Longest Con by Michaelbrent Collings
Imagine living in a world where some of the most feral and bloodcurdling creatures dwell, in secrecy, among the human race. In The...
Nov 24, 20162 min
First Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg
Everyone has experienced “first day of school” jitters at one time or another. With each new school year, there are new challenges to...
Life, Literature, and the Pursuit of Happiness
bottom of page