The story and pictures work together seamlessly in this thoughtful children’s book. Christine Rotsaert’s "Cherry Mouse Babies" is an easy-to-follow story with friendly animals and unexpected characters who explore themes of love,... Read More

Fun illustrations and clever dialogue make this humorous fantasy tale about beating bullies irresistible. Duluth the Dragon: A Big Red Bully by Devon Buffett is a whimsical tale of dragons and fairies, meshing fantasy and real life... Read More

This account of a deadly Vietnam battle serves the truth, and is a long overdue and thorough narrative. Bill Sly’s new book, "No Place to Hide", comes forward to tell a little-known story of the Vietnam War—a unit’s ill-fated... Read More

"Good for All" is Christian poetry that expands upon ideas and concepts frequently found in praise music. Kennedy Muitherero’s Good for All: Poetry of the Christian Faith offers poems that consider a wide range of Christian ideas.... Read More

Searing and feminist, this dystopia reads with deceptive grace. In a harsh island enclave where the mountain’s mica is necessary for survival, Jena—a young, slight girl charged with leading expeditions into the ever-narrowing cracks... Read More

In a book that includes contributors such as Mindy Kaling and Roxane Gay, "Here We Are" is a compilation of pieces that analyze what it means to be a modern feminist. Part essay collection, part social commentary, and part educational... Read More

If You Were Me and Lived in … the Ancient Mali Empire is an excellent and enjoyable resource for children. The mighty Mali Empire comes vividly to life in Carole P. Roman’s latest immersive historical picture book, If You Were Me and... Read More

This is an engaging thriller focused on a manhunt, pedophilia, and the state of the modern Catholic Church. In "Justified", justice comes from the sharpened end of a crucifix—but could also put the world’s Catholics in danger. Louis... Read More