SIMONE, Ni-Ni

Perfect to have on hand for families seeking books to counter all the negativity their children face in the media, as well as for classroom use for lessons on cooperation and community action.

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Dark Testament: Blackout Poems

Crystal Simone Smith | NONFICTION, Jan 01, 2023

A compelling and thoughtful read, and a great introduction to blackout poetry. A strong first purchase for libraries.

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The Secret Time Machine and the Gherkin Switcheroo

Simone Lia | FICTION, Sep 01, 2020

Young readers will enjoy this sweet, silly comedy. A great addition to any chapter book collection.

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The International Day of the Girl: Celebrating Girls Around the World

Jessica Dee Humphreys & Rona Ambrose | NONFICTION, Aug 01, 2020

Despite some shortcomings, this is a solid addition to the upper elementary nonfiction shelves or separate collections highlighting women’s studies or gender equality.

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Smash It!

Francina Simone | FICTION, Aug 01, 2020

Recommend to readers looking for realistic stories with romance, with a little teen angst and identity-searching thrown in.

Nasla’s Dream

Cécile Roumiguière | FICTION, Aug 01, 2020

This French import addresses the fears of the unknown in the night with a perfect resolution, plus a little whimsy thrown in for good measure. The gloom of night, impressively captured, make this ideal for one-on-one sharing.