YA
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The Wonderful World of Disney Books
Did you know that Disney turns 100 this year? That’s a huge milestone! I personally find…
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On BookTok’s Favourite Boyfriend (A Court of Thorns and Roses)
The best book recommendations tend to be word of mouth, and today’s teens typically talk on…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Manga
When I was a kid in the early 2000s, the biggest literary trend was fantasy. Thanks…
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White Pine Award Nominees
It’s hard to get teens to read. They are glued to their smartphones. Tik Tok is…
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This Woven Kingdom: A Story to be Savoured
This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi is set in the mythical kingdom of Ardunia, where jinn…
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Bring the Swashbuckling to the Final Frontier in “The Iron Kingdom” Duology
Celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day was always a hit when our kids were younger as…
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Six Crimson Cranes: a richly-imagined, dizzying fairytale
We all know the tale of Cinderella and her evil stepmother: their relationship is fraught and…
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Happy Birthday, Harry. Yer a Wizard.
It’s that magical time of year again. July 31st: Harry Potter’s birthday. For those of you…
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The Perfect Summer Book-to-Screen Adaptation
The sun is hot, the water is cool, and summer is on its way. When I…
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A Perfect Choice for Anyone Who Loves Fairy Tales with a Twist
Everyone has heard about the Beast of Cravan. Her eyes are a deadly orange. Horns curve…