Kids' Next List

"This is a simple, beautifully told story of a girl's experiences after a horrific car crash. Forman deals with this difficult topic in a way that is striking and unusual, and thoroughly impressive." --Suzanna Hermans, Oblong Books & Music, Rhinebeck, NY

"Wintergirls searches to find meaning behind the pain women hold inside themselves. Anderson gives a terrifying glimpse into a young girl's struggle with an eating disorder that grows into horrible self-mutilation. Even though I found the subject scary, Anderson's insight into it was enlightening and inspiring!" --Sarah Hill, The River's End Bookstore, Oswego, NY

"When Calder, a ghostly minister of death, falls in love with a mortal, neither things on earth nor things in the spiritual realm will ever be the same! Readers will be enthralled by this unique combination of supernatural thrills, historical fiction, and sweeping romance as Whitcomb crafts a novel that is singular and enchanting." --Megan Graves, Hooray for Books!, Alexandria, VA

"Julie Berry's enchanting story of an abandoned girl and a mysterious visitor will keep readers enthralled and turning the pages until the end. You'll feel as if you are side by side with Lucinda, the brave heroine, cheering her on throughout the whole adventure." --Summer Moser, Summer's Stories, Kendallville, IN

"Many books have been written about the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, but few capture the life, spirit, ideals, and actions of this unique woman in such a beautiful format, and with such meaning for Americans today. The outstanding illustrations by artist Gary Kelley and Roosevelt's own words make this a very powerful book that will be a pleasure for both children and adults." --Gayle Wingerter, Inklings Bookshop, Yakima, WA