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Odds and Ends

by Danielle Ballantyne

At turns whimsical, thought-provoking, and heartbreaking, this sentimental picture book invites readers of all ages to celebrate the “lasts” in life, from the undesirable pieces of candy left in the bag to the final farewell to a... Read More

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Lydia Loves Bugs

by Danielle Ballantyne

Budding entomologists and science lovers will delight in this whimsical story about a girl with an uncommon interest. Encouraged by her entomologist mother, Lydia studies, collects, and draws every kind of bug, from the stinky to the... Read More

Book Review

Find the Sun

by Danielle Ballantyne

Eddie doesn’t like Mondays or storms, let alone both combined; an unexpected visit from a larger-than-life friend helps him find the courage to seek out the sun in this inspiring picture book. Reminiscent of claymation media, the... Read More

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Rainbow Cookies

by Danielle Ballantyne

Cookie loves cookies, especially the cookies from the Cookie Cubby. But when the owner’s Pride Month offering leaves a sour taste in some community members’ mouths, Cookie rallies friends and neighbors into a sweet show of support in... Read More

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The Muéganos

by Danielle Ballantyne

Personifying a traditional Mexican candy as a close-knit family in a sticky situation, this warm-hearted picture book honors family connections while leaving room for independence. The Muégano family is literally glued at the hip, and... Read More

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