Celebrating TEN YEARS of DRAGONS, MAGIC, and FAMILY with Author Kandi J. Wyatt's DRAGON COURAGE Series!

Ten years.

TEN YEARS.

That's a fairly large block of time for a title that hasn't been published by one of the big mainstream publishers, and yet garners a pretty MASSIVE following of readers across generations. IN fact, this reader read the first one NINE years ago herself (this September, you can check my previous post for proof!), and enjoyed the heck out of it. Now, I am guilty of not having followed through reading the rest of the series, but, in my defense, I was in the middle of A LOT of books at the time, and you know how the TBR gets...more MOUNTAIN less list...however, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this series starter to this very day! Which brings us to today's celebration...

In a world where dragons and humans live in peace with each other, it is a privilege to be a dragon rider, but riders, like everyone else, must find their purpose.

In this series, twins Ruskya and Duskya fight for their dragon’s futures and their lives! Braidyn struggles with balancing justice and mercy as he searches for a stolen nestling. Kyn and a new friend, Ben’hyamene, discover a breed of wild dragons which have been at war with humans for four hundred years, and the two learn that peace is better than revenge.

Kyn helps Duskya and her daughter, Carryn, search for a young rider who stumbles upon a slave trade. Carryn learns that bitterness leaves a person in bondage as much as being a slave.

And Mere learns there are some things even better than being a dragon rider!

Follow along the riders’ quest in this exciting middle grade fantasy series by author Kandi J Wyatt.

To celebrate this milestone, author Kandi J. Wyatt has a Kickstarter campaign running TODAY through August 4th, 2025 that involves SPECIAL EDITION BOXED SETS. Are you excited because I'M EXCITED?! There's chapter art, chapters starting on the left-hand page, new covers, a slip-case for book 1, boxed set with spine image of a dragon. That means this FAB series is going to be available in a beautiful box complete with dragons! Did I mention dragons and dragon riders? 

 Go follow the campaign (STARTS TODAY!) and check out all the goodies, but even more importantly, acquaint yourself with this series readers have been talking about FOR YEARS and it never gets old!

Get BOOKISH this Halloween with... MONSTER MOVIE! by Chuck Wendig - REVIEW!

HI there, readers!

Closing out the month with a SPOOKY read I finished recently that's also newly available via Little Brown Young Readers.  Nothing like instant satisfaction, am I right?  😉  Anywho, most of you are probably all celebrated out for the evening, tucking away costumes for another year, scarfing down the treats you gathered from tricking through the neighborhood, and perhaps...setting in to watch a SCARY movie?  Ah, yes...same here, at least the last part, but the thing is sometimes LIFE is much scarier than any movie you could imagine.  Ladies and gents, let's get between the pages of today's spooky story that'll hit closer to home than you might think...

Monster Movie!

by

Chuck Wendig

9780316572590

Little Brown Books for Young Readers

About the book...

Ethan Pitowski is afraid of everything. Luckily, his best friends don’t mind, and when their entire class gets invited to watch a long-buried horror movie at the most popular boy in school’s house, Ethan’s friends encourage him to join in the fun. But when the “scariest movie ever made” reveals itself to be not just a movie about a monster, but a movie that is a monster, only a terrified Ethan escapes its clutches. Now he must find a way to stop the monster and save his friends (and also, um, get their heads back).

With his signature balance of kid-friendly horror and humor, Chuck Wendig crafts a spookily heartfelt novel about anxiety, friendship, and finding your unique voice and inner strength.

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Looks like a fantastical tale of HORROR, SCARINESS untold, and things that go BUMP in the night...right?  Ah, and while that IS true because HELLO...a television (among other things) turns into a head eating monster with a TERRIBLE appetite that is virtually UNSTOPPABLE...there's just something a bit MORE to the story as well.

Aside from the terror, unimaginable circumstances, and utter how-in-the-world-did-this-come-to-pass-and-how-can-it-be-stopped moments, this story has A LOT of heart...and I don't mean the freshly taken from a person's chest and still beating variety.  No, what I mean is the characters are relatable....from the rich kid that has everything (yet doesn't) to the overly eager to please to the scared of anything and everything...readers will easily find bits of themselves and their friends in each of them.  Ethan was the PERFECT person to experience the story through because his challenges became ours, his setbacks and triumphs as well.  He wasn't your typical hero type, and yet he proves just how ANYONE can be their own hero.  I admit, I got lost along the way for a little, trying to figure out what exactly was going on, but once I stepped back again, and let the camera roll, the truth revealed itself in brilliant colors.  The story...yes, it's over the top and monster filled, but it also shows us that real monsters DO exist (in a way), and we are totally capable of facing them head on to reach our own wins.  

A great CREEPY pick for the season, but an equally perfect fit for readers trying to find their way in this crazy mixed up world while trying to follow their dreams.

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About the author...

Chuck Wendig is the author of the New York Times bestseller Dust & Grim, as well as numerous bestselling novels for adults and young adults. He invites you to find him online at terribleminds.com.

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Special thanks to the publicity team at Little Brown Young Readers for the ARC for review.  (THANKS!)  For more information on this title, the author, or their complete catalog of works, feel free to click through the links provided above.  This title is available now, wherever books are sold.

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

Rockstar Book Tours presents... THE CHRONICLES OF VIKTOR VALENTINE by Z Brewer - REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!

So thrilled to be hosting a spot on the THE CHRONICLES OF VIKTOR VALENTINE by Z Brewer BLOG TOUR hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. It's a great addition to your spooky reads this season, so be sure to check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

Title: THE CHRONICLES OF VIKTOR VALENTINE

Author: Z Brewer

Pub. Date: September 3, 2024

Publisher: Quill Tree Books

Formats:  Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 272

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/THE-CHRONICLES-OF-VIKTOR-VALENTINE

A perfectly average boy uncovers a supernatural secret about his family that could put his whole town in grave danger—if it doesn’t make him die of embarrassment first—in this mysterious and funny middle grade debut from New York Times bestselling author Z Brewer.

Viktor Valentine can’t think of a better way to end his summer vacation than playing All the Vampires Everywhere, his favorite video game, with his best friend, Damon. Yet his parents, who make cringey jokes and call him dorky nicknames, seem set on ruining his plans. Viktor knows he can’t really compete with Damon’s “cool” friends—so their epic video game playing is the best Viktor can do to come close to being cool in Damon’s eyes.

But then Viktor slowly starts to realize that his parents may be hiding something from him. They’re acting very suspicious; they sneak out after midnight and return with bloody mouths. But he’s probably just played too many video games. After all, vampires aren’t real . . . right?

Seventh grade is tough enough without having to figure out if your family has fangs. And to make matters worse, the new girl that moved in across the street seems particularly interested in things that go bump in the night. Can Viktor protect his family, or will his sleuthing come back to bite him?

 

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This was a fascinating, fun, FANGtastic read that's just waiting for you to take a bite out of it!

Viktor is great little leading man that's stepped into the middle of an unexpected mystery with secrets coming at him left and right. You're tantalized along the way by little hints dropped here and there, but you're never quite sure whether to take them at face value, or if you're being misled. The new librarian at school that he's volun-told to help get better acquainted with everyone and everything. The mysterious substitute teacher at the beginning of the school year that seems way more cool than a sub should be. The new neighbors across the street with a young girl his age that actually wants to talk to him and isn't drooling over his bestie. The bloody shirt soaking in the sink, his dad's profusely bleeding lip, his.... shall I go on? 😳 Yes, for a town called Nowhere there's an awfully lot of something going on... and that's not even taking into account the big showdown heading their way, the invited but not welcome visitor, and the eventual revelations that are coming whether everyone wants them or not.  At least by book's end, Viktor has tackled one thing that's eternally hard for boys of any age...how to talk to a girl! 

It's newly released status means it'll be easier to find, but if your local bookstore or library is out of stock, KEEP LOOKING! It's definitely one you don't want to miss. Highly recommended for Middle Grade Fiction fans that love some BITE in their reading. Can't wait to see if we get to travel to Nowhere again in the future, but I'll keep my bags packed just in case. 

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About the author...

Z Brewer is the New York Times bestselling author of several books, including the Chronicles of Vladimir Tod series, and more short stories than they can recall. Their pronouns are they/them. Z is also an outspoken mental health and antibullying advocate. Plus, they have awesome hair. Visit Z online at zbrewerbooks.com.

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Giveaway Details:

1 winner will receive a finished copy of THE CHRONICLES OF VIKTOR VALENTINE, US only.

Ends September 17th, midnight EST.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

9/2/2024	Two Chicks on Books	Guest Post/IG Post
9/2/2024	Daily Waffle	Guest Post
9/3/2024	onemused	IG Post-Guest Post
9/3/2024	Fire and Ice Reads	Guest Post/IG Post
9/4/2024	YA Books Central	Interview/IG Post
9/4/2024	Edith's Little Free Library	IG Post/TikTok Post
9/5/2024	Rajiv's reviews	Review/IG Post
9/5/2024	Bookborne Hunter	Review/IG Post
9/6/2024	avainbookland	IG Review
9/6/2024	@evergirl200	IG Review

Week Two:

9/9/2024	FUONLYKNEW	Review
9/9/2024	GryffindorBookishnerd	IG Review
9/10/2024	Lifestyle of Me	Review
9/10/2024	Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers	Review/IG Post
9/11/2024	@thepagelady	IG Review
9/11/2024	A Blue Box Full of Books	IG Review
9/12/2024	Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's	Review/IG Post
9/12/2024	@enthuse_reader	IG Review
9/13/2024	Country Mamas With Kids	Review/IG Post
9/13/2024	Nonbinary Knight Reads	Review/IG Post

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

AWARENESS TOUR: Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper's Key by Erika Lewis - REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!

Happy September, everyone!

Here's hoping it's cooling off in your neck of the woods, whereas Mother Nature didn't get the memo for the temperature drop down here.  Still sitting "pretty" at 90+ with no signs of changing just yet.  (sigh)  Anywho, the temperature won't put a damper on my excitement today because we're participating in an AWARENESS TOUR currently going on with The Children's Book Review.  It stars a fabulous Middle Grade Fantasy series by author Erika Lewis that is just about to celebrate the third and final book release in a little over a week, so what better time to either get reacquainted or introduced, right?  Right!  Ladies and gents, let's check out the 'ABOUT' of today's featured series...

The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

by

Erika Lewis

A 2023 Teacher Favorites Winner (6th-8th Grade) for the Children's Book Council

Brimming with Celtic mythology, action, and danger, Erika Lewis's Kelcie Murphy and The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts introduces readers to a new kind of magical school and a warrior who must choose with which side of an epic battle her destiny will lie.

The Otherworld is at war. The Academy for the Unbreakable Arts trains warriors. And Kelcie Murphy―a foster child raised in the human world―is dying to attend.

A place at AUA means meeting Scáthach, the legendary trainer of Celtic heroes. It means learning to fight with a sword. It means harnessing her hidden powers and―most importantly―finding out who her parents are, and why they abandoned her in Boston Harbor eight years ago.

When Kelcie tests into the school, she learns that she’s a Saiga, one of the most ancient beings in the Otherworld. Secretive, shunned, and possessed of imposing elemental powers, the Saiga are also kin to the Otherworld's most infamous traitor.

But Kelcie is a survivor, and she’ll do whatever it takes to find her parents and her place in their world. Even if that means making a few enemies.

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Sounds great, right?

Yep, that's the boat I was in too, but while it is a series, my focus is actually on the forthcoming title, and, might I be so bold as to say, the most exciting one yet!  

The first book in a series is always memorable because it introduces you to everything...the world, the characters, the history, and the plot.  It drags you in and gets you involved.  The second is there to keep you wanting more, while connecting the beginning with that still craved for end.  The third, and in this case final installment, is there to bring it all together for an epic ending to remember, and this one does just that.  All the while the tension has been building.  We've followed the mystery about Kelcie's lineage and powers, dreaded the big bad that's out to destroy the world and her along with it, and wondered just how she'd make it out of the next bit of trouble in one piece.  Now, knowing what we know, supposing what we've supposed, and drawing conclusions where we were invited to...we finally get to see if everything we may have guessed plays out.  There are monsters and war, unstoppable evil and a potential apocalypse in the works, not to mention unexpected revelations and new things worth questioning. Do I want to spoil the surprise for you?  NO WAY!  But, I will say that while I was right about a few things, my head was turned completely by a few others, and once you start this one, you'll be quickly turning pages until you reach the memorable end.  

Will you be kept on the edge of your seat?  You bet!  Will you have pins and needles of nervousness to manage?  Most definitely.  Will things turn out just the way you hoped?  Perhaps...but, you'll have to read it to be certain, and yes, while technically you can jump in at this stage of the series, I always say the more the merrier, so if you're up to adding a trio to your TBR, I'd start at the best place of all...THE BEGINNING!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Erika Lewis is the author of the Kelcie Murphy Series from Starscape, The Color of Dragons from HarperTeen, Game of Shadows from Tor Books, Firebrand from Legendary Comics, and more, many of which have been published around the world.

She grew up in Virginia before going off to Tennessee for school. While at Vanderbilt University, studying Math and Theatre, she spent a semester abroad, visiting haunted ruins and magical forests that would forever spark her imagination and leave behind an insatiable need to travel.

An internship at CNN led to exciting years working in television, developing scripted and reality shows for various studios and networks. Then, one day, Erika knew it was time for her to write on her own, to build fantastical worlds that stayed with her after every return from a trip, and also to play her part in inspiring the next generation of readers and writers.

For more information, visit erikalewis.com

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Special thanks to Bianca of The Children's Book Review for the chance to bring this title to you and for the ecopy for review! (THANKS!) This post is sponsored by Erika Lewis. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal view. For more information on this author, her other works, the illustrator, or the publisher, feel free to click through the links above. Be sure to check out the rest of the tour for more bookish fun!

TOUR SCHEDULE

Sunday, September 1, 2024

The Children’s Book Review

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper’s Key

Monday, September 2, 2024

Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Race for the Reaper’s Key

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Me Two Books

Author Interview with Erika Lewis

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Country Mamas With Kids

Guest Post on the Kelcie Murphy Series

Thursday, September 5, 2024

@Pagesforpaige

Kelcie Murphy Series Instagram Post

Friday, September 6, 2024

Cover Lover Book Review

Book Review of the Kelcie Murphy Series

Monday, September 9, 2024

Crafty Moms Share

Book Review of the Kelcie Murphy Series

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

icefairy’s Treasure Chest

Book Review of the Kelcie Murphy Series

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

It’s Free At Last

Book Review of the Kelcie Murphy Series

Thursday, September 12, 2024

@avainbookland

Kelcie Murphy Series Instagram Post

Friday, September 13, 2024

My Reading Getaway

Book Review of the Kelcie Murphy Series

Monday, September 16, 2024

Eye-Rolling Demigod’s Book Blog

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Life is What It’s Called

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Deliciously Savvy

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Thursday, September 19, 2024

@ABlueBoxFullOfBooks

Instagram Post for Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Friday, September 20, 2024

@StargirlsMagicalTale

Instagram Post for Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Monday, September 23, 2024

Writer with Wanderlust

Book Review of Kelcie Murphy and the Academy for the Unbreakable Arts

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

The Children’s Book Review

Author Interview with Erika Lewis

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Twirling Book Princess

Book Series Spotlight

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

WHAT'S THE BUZZ?: A Bite Above the Rest by Christine Virnig - REVIEW!

Today's WHAT'S THE BUZZ is a Middle Grade Fiction title coming to you TOMORROW via Aladdin/Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and features a FANGtastic story that's just vaiting for you to sink your teeth into. 🧛 Sound like your cup of tea? Better be careful what you drink and from whom in this town, but prepare yourself as we dive between the pages of today's book of choice...

A Bite Above the Rest

by

Christine Virnig

9781665946575

Aladdin

Release Date:  August 6th, 2024

About the book...

When Caleb’s mom decides they are moving to her childhood home in Wisconsin, Caleb is not thrilled. Moving schools, states, and time zones would be bad enough, but Mom’s hometown is Samhain, a small and ridiculously kitschy place where every day is Halloween.

Caleb is not a fan of Halloween when it only happens once a year, so Halloween-obsessed Samhain is really not the place for him. How is he supposed to cope with kids wearing costumes to school every single day? And how about the fact that the mayor is so committed to the bit that City Hall is only open from sundown to sunup to accommodate his so-called vampirism? Sure enough, Caleb becomes an outcast at school for refusing to play along with the spooky tradition like the other sixth graders. Luckily, he manages to find a friend in fellow misfit Tai, and just in time, because things are getting weird in Samhain…or make that weirder.

But there’s no way the mayor is an actual vampire, and their teacher absolutely cannot really be a werewolf—right? Caleb discovers Samhain is so much stranger than he ever could have imagined. As one of the only people who realizes what’s happening, can he save a town that doesn’t want saving?

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This is a book that really gets under your skin.  It makes you really wonder about that seemingly innocent little old lady down the street that likes to garden and prefers pointy hats.  It makes you second guess that acquaintance that seems to have an affinity for nights versus days, and burns rather easily.  It makes you think about those friends or coworkers that don't get sick often, but just happen to about once a month...around the full moon.  This is a book that YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!

Starting over is never easy, especially when prompted by a tragedy, but when you land in an unusual town where it's Halloween every day?  Yeah, that's something else.  I mean, you actually have to wear a costume every day...both children AND adults...because if you don't, THEN you're the odd one out!  Sound like fun?  Oh, I'm sure it could be...but then there are the oddities.  The strange teacher that disappears once a month around the full moon, the neighbor that knows more about you than they should considering you're never talked with her before, and even the city government officials keeping VERY odd office hours (as in only when the sun is down!).  Doesn't seem like a big deal, right?  I suppose everyone needs to have a place to call home, and Caleb and Tai have a great connection to be besties for life...but what about those that go against the grain?  What about those that don't agree with covering things up, letting missing person cases slide under the rug, and creepy SSS-ilencing business of anyone that asks the wrong questions?  Yeah, that's definitely making my moral compass swing towards no, so I don't blame these two for questioning things, and digging for answers. The only real problem is...what will happen if they discover what they think to be true to be ACTUALLY true?  And who can they trust so they don't become the next people to disappear?  *dun dun dunnn*

While it's release is perfectly timed for the start of the SPOOKY reading season, and the story definitely has all the fine attributes we look for when reaching for that seasonal read (come on, a town that is ALL about Halloween, all the time?!  With townspeople that make you second guess if it's a costume for them or every day life?), it also has A LOT of heart.  We have loss of a family member (trigger warning for those that need it...though it's not in detail, it is definitely an underlying vein in the story touched on several times.), new beginnings, finding friends and being one, the power of promises, and learning how to follow the truth while being your true self.  I loved the friendship Tai and Caleb built seemingly in a heartbeat.  I liked Caleb's devil-may-care approach to the costume "rule", and I'm sorry, but his were totally punny!  I enjoyed getting to know the town and the townspeople...well, MOST of them...and while the ending felt just right, I LOVE how it definitely left things open just in case the author wants to pay a visit to Samhain again (please, please, PLEASE!).

A great pick for Middle Grade Fiction fans of all ages, and a SPOOKTACULAR way to welcome the Halloween season that's fast approaching.  You never know, you may even get a costume idea or two of your own!

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About the author...

Christine Virnig is a fan of books, candy, spooky stories, poop jokes, and coffee…in no particular order. As a former physician, Christine now spends her days writing books, reading books, and working at a library where she is surrounded by books. Christine lives in southern Wisconsin with her husband, two daughters, a ridiculous number of dust bunnies, and one incredibly lazy cat. You can visit her on the web at ChristineVirnig.com

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Special thanks to Alex at Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing for the chance to share this title with you and for the copy for review! (THANKS!) For more information on this title, the author, or the publisher, feel free to click through the links provided above. This title celebrates its BOOK BIRTHDAY August 6th, 2024, so mark your calendar or pre order your copy today!

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

Rockstar Book Tours presents... SCHOOL FOR UNUSUAL MAGIC: The Equinox Test by Liz Montague - REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the THE EQUINOX TEST by Liz Montague Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my review post, make sure to enter the giveaway, and then check out the other sites for more bookish fun!

Title: THE EQUINOX TEST

Author: Liz Montague

Pub. Date: April 2, 2024

Publisher: Scholastic Press

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 240

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/THE-EQUINOX-TEST 

Three friends discover magic and mayhem around every corner of their school in this brand-new illustrated series from New Yorker cartoonist and NAACP Image Award nominee Liz Montague that's perfect for fans of Witchlings and The Wizards of Waverly Place.

Welcome to the Brooklyn School of Magic, where seeds of enchantment are planted and magic sprouts in every corner. And where each fall, fifth years must pass the Equinox Test if they want to move up to Middle Magic.

Rose is worried. She's never been the best student. And if she doesn't pass with flying colors, Principal Ivy says she may have to transfer to a boring, non-magical school. Amethyst knows she's got the skills to ace the test. But to really impress her mom, she's got her eye on the school's top prize. Lavender just wants to fit in. Even after a few years in the States, he still feels homesick. All. The. Time. Passing the test might just be his ticket back to the island.

But with best friend battles, a cheating scandal, and trouble brewing in the magical community, the Equinox Test may not even be the biggest challenge these Magic Bearers will face this year…

 

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Rose is struggling with magic school and seriously worried about making the grade...so much so, that she's considering taking a very bad step in the wrong direction.  (The "C" word...cheating!)  Amethyst is her best friend, and finds magic studies come fairly easy to her...at least until a blowup with Rose sends her spiraling into anxiety filled waters, quite literally.  Lav is the new kid who is missing home like nobody's business, and is finding it hard to find his footing in this part of the world...leading to a misguided decision that could change the course of his magical life.  Three kids all striving to do their best in a world that is offering up more challenges than they can shake a stick at.  On their own, these issues seem insurmountable, but together, there's nothing holding them back...the trick is finding their way back at HEART.  I'd put my money on Rose solving that problem... 😉

I loved the way the story was laid out, the characters built upon, and the world created.  The real magic of the story isn't in the spells cast, or potions worked, but in the friendships.  We can do anything we set our minds to, and while we may not be good at everything, we're all good at something.  Find your something and build on it...then help someone you hold dear do the same.  Grow the world one good will gesture at a time.

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About Liz Montague:

Liz Montague began as a cartoonist for The New Yorker in 2019. She is the author-illustrator of the graphic novel Maybe an Artist, which was nominated for an NAACP Image Award, the picture book Jackie Ormes Draws the Future, and the middle grade series Magic for Beginners. Liz is passionate about nature and emotional literacy. She lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with her husband Pat.

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Go see Liz on tour!

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1 winner will receive a finished copy of THE EQUINOX TEST, US Only.

Ends April 23rd, midnight EST.

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Special thanks to Rockstar Book Tours for the chance to bring this tour to you and to the publisher for the copy for review. (THANKS!) For more information on this title, the author, the publisher, this tour, or those on this horizon, feel free to click through the links provided above. Be sure to check out the rest of the tour for more..

Tour Schedule:

Week One:

3/25/2024	YA Books Central	Interview/IG Post
3/26/2024	Comic Book Yeti	Guest Post/IG Post
3/27/2024	@darkfantasyreviews	Guest Post/IG Post
3/28/2024	@dharashahauthor	IG Post
3/29/2024	onemused	IG Post
3/30/2024	Review Thick AndThin	Review/IG Post

Week Two:

3/31/2024	avainbookland	IG Review
4/1/2024	Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's	Review/IG Post
4/2/2024	GryffindorBookishnerd	IG Review
4/3/2024	Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers	Review/IG Post
4/4/2024	Country Mamas With Kids	Review/IG Post
4/5/2024	nerdophiles	Review
4/6/2024	Paws.Read.Repeat	Review/IG Post

Week Three:

4/7/2024	@pickagoodbook	Review/IG Post
4/8/2024	@stargirls.magical.tale	IG Review
4/9/2024	Callisto’s calling	IG Review
4/10/2024	@dana.loves.books	IG Review/TikTok Post
4/11/2024	The Book Critic	Review/IG Post
4/12/2024	@evergirl200	IG Review
4/13/2024	avainbookland	IG Review

Week Four:

4/14/2024	@enthuse_reader	IG Review/TikTok Post
4/15/2024	FUONLYKNEW	Review
4/16/2024	One More Exclamation	Review/IG Post
4/17/2024	Karma Zee Readz	Review/IG Post
4/18/2024	A Blue Box Full of Books	IG Review/LFL Drop Pic/TikTok Post
4/19/2024	Two Points of Interest	Review

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!