BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS

2011 Halloween Picture-Book Roundup (page 5)

Cover art for WHAT'S IN THE WITCH'S KITCHEN?

CHILDREN'S

Released: July 12, 2011

WHAT'S IN THE WITCH'S KITCHEN?

by Nick Sharratt, illustrated by Nick Sharratt

"Sharratt's interactive rhyming fun one-on-one. (Picture book. 3-5)"

The title beckons readers into the dark house pictured on the cover. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: July 1, 2011

HALLOWEEN SURPRISE

by Corinne Demas, illustrated by R.W. Alley

"As in Demas' earlier Valentine Surprise (2008), Lily's plucky dedication to solving her own dilemma reinforces the lesson to keep trying and do your best. (Picture book. 3-6)"

Sweet little Lily's quest to come up with just the right costume is characterized by quietly entertaining do-it-yourself determination. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: July 1, 2011

MADDIE'S MONSTER DAD

by Scott Gibala-Broxholm, illustrated by Scott Gibala-Broxholm

"While on the bland side, this may be just the right book for time-tapped families. (Picture book. 4-8)"

Maddie really loves monsters, a passion that likely stems from the fun she has with her dad, who coincidentally resembles Boris Karloff. Read full book review >