Tag Archives: youth fantasy

The Humming Room

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Katy K.

There was a day, about two weeks ago, when I finished a book and had no new library books waiting for me to read. Not one. In a panic, I went to the new fiction shelves at the library and … Continue reading →

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The Storm Makers

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Katy K.

The Storm Makers by Jennifer E. Smith Ruby and Simon are twelve-year-old twins who have recently moved from Chicago to a farm house in Wisconsin. Their parents are supposed to be supporting the family by farming while waiting for their … Continue reading →

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The Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Katy K.

The Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom by Christopher Healy Why is it that the princes from all the fairy tales are simply called Prince Charming?  According to this book, it’s because the bards are more interested in a good … Continue reading →

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Dust Girl

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Katy K.

I’ve been reading Sarah Zettel for over a decade now, and wish that more people knew her wonderful books. Hopefully this book, her first children’s/YA, will help her gain some broader recognition. Standard disclaimer: Sarah Zettel was responsible for my … Continue reading →

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The Book of Story Beginnings

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Katy K.

Once again, I’m dreadfully behind… and this week I’ve been dealing with planning my Talk Like a Pirate Day program, a daughter recovering from surgery, and a deep obsession with harps. Also contemplating the upcoming Cybils. Here’s another one that … Continue reading →

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Earwig and the Witch

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Katy K.

Earwig and the Witch by Diana Wynne Jones. This is the inimitable Wynne Jones’s last book, and while I’m sure I won’t say anything that hasn’t already been said, those who have somehow escaped hearing of this so far really … Continue reading →

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The Name of This Book Is Secret

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Katy K.

The Name of This Book Is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch. Read by David Pittu. This is first in a series of five books all named to discourage the reader from opening up the book. It’s a fun concept, and I’d … Continue reading →

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The Wind in the Willows

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Katy K.

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Graham. Read by Jim Weiss. I have fond memories of my father reading this aloud to my siblings and me when we were children, but this was the first time I’d listened to … Continue reading →

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The Unseen Guest

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Katy K.

The Unseen Guest. The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place Book 3. by Maryrose Wood. Narrated by Katherine Kellgren. Young governess Penelope and her charges, the three Incorrigible Children, have only recently returned to Ashton place after the visit to London … Continue reading →

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Fairest of All

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Katy K.

Whatever After: Fairest of All by Sarah Mlynowski. In this light modern fantasy, practical Abby and her trouble-prone younger brother (ages 10 and 7, respectively) move to a new town. In the spooky basement of their new house, they find … Continue reading →

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