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

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 >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Oct. 1, 2011

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

by Liesbet Slegers, illustrated by Liesbet Slegers

"Pass on this slim offering, which adds little to the crowded field of preschool Halloween fare. (Picture book. 3-5)"

This Dutch import, although well intentioned, fails to translate into a winning holiday book for preschoolers. Read full book review >