BOOK REVIEW: Strike at Charles' Farm by Dr. Nicole

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Charles faces a problem. All the animals on his farm are on strike. They want to eat more, work less or play more. Go through this story and discover how Charles will get his animals to keep working at the farm: a great tale about the value of work and responsibility. This book is written in English and French. 

REVIEW BY: Angelina, age 9 years, 3 months

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This book was good. It is about a farm. 

The hen does not want to lay eggs. The horse does not want to pull the cart. The cow does not want to be milked. They don't want to do anything they are supposed to do, they went on strike!!!! The animals need to learn to be responsible!

My favorite character is the cow because I love cows. I think they are so cute! My favorite part is when they gather all of the animals because I absolutely love animals. I'm like my mommy and love all animals!

I give this book 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 8. 

BOOK REVIEW: Fear My Mortality by Everly Frost

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In a world where people are invulnerable to illness and death, with lives spanning hundreds of years, a sixteen-year-old becomes witness to the impossible – her brother’s failure to regenerate after death after which she suspects that she too may be mortal.

REVIEW BY: Arianna, age 13 years, 1 month

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This book was fast-paced and intense. The plot was unpredictable. 

My favorite character is Michael because he does everything he can to help Ava after he kills her brother. He sacrifices his life for hers many times which is admirable. 

My favorite part is when they get to Starsguard because they are finally safe from their enemies. They had a really long and probably stressful journey. I feel that they can relax now. 

I recommend this book to anyone who likes devious governments, mortals and a brilliantly brave heroine. 

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 13 and up. 

**This book's publishing date is April 5, 2016. 

BOOK REVIEW: Echoes of Winter: A Wintery YA Short Story Collection by Various Authors

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Thirteen never before seen YA short stories just in time for the holidays! 

Book 1: Twelve Days to Christmas by L.A. Starkey 

Book 2: Christmas Seasoning by DB Nielsen 

Book 3: Merry Chris Witch by CK Dawn 

Book 4: Wrapped in the Past by Chess Desalls 

Book 5: Butterflies in the Snow by D.E.L. Connor 

Book 6: The Darkest Night of the Year by Tim Hemlin 

Book 7: Cold Hearth by Kelly Hall 

Book 8: Code X by W.J. May 

Book 9: Good Saint Nick by Lu J Whitley 

Book 10: Soaring by K.K. Allen 

Book 11: A Spirit’s Last Gift by Kathy-Lynn Cross 

Book 12: Winter Trials by K.S. Marsden 

Book 13: The Edge by Fleur Camacho 

((Take a peek inside the cover to read the synopsis for these great YA short stories!)) 

These stories have never been published before and were written specifically for this anthology. Hope you enjoy this wintery adventure!!

REVIEW BY: Angel, age 13 years, 2 months

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This book is filled with short-stories that tell a story about the true meaning of Christmas. My favorite authors in this books filled with short stories are:

L.A. Starkey;

DB Nielsen;

Kelly Hall; and

Lu J Whitley.

I recommend this book to those that love wintry tales about winter, Christmas and love. I hope that you will enjoy and treasure this book like I have. 

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 and up. 

**You can get an ebook for free right now on Amazon! Just click here. 

BOOK REVIEW: Snail and Slug by Denys Cazet

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From the critically acclaimed author of The Perfect Pumpkin Pie comes a picture book about the friendship between a snail and a slug that teaches readers how good friends can help you do anything, including finding the courage to make a difference. 

It’s a hot, hot day and Snail invites her new friend Slug into her home for some iced tea—who knew that a snail’s shell is so roomy! When the two decide to have a picnic outside in the shade, a big mean ol’ banana slug demands that they fork over their lettuce! But with a little bit of courage, friendship, and a dash of salt, the pair will find the strength they need to stand up to him.

REVIEW BY: Angelina, age 9 years, 3 months

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This book was great! 

It is about a slug and a snail. The snail had a huge house and the slug came over to the snail's house. The slug told the snail that he has a huge house and then they went on a picnic. The snail asked the slug if he wanted to live with her. Then they join forces against the big mean banana slug guy. 

My favorite character is the slug because he is cool and makes me laugh. My favorite part is when they live together because it is nice and they have such a great friendship. 

I recommend this book to kids that like colorful pictures and fun stories. 

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 4 to 8. 

**This book's publishing date is May 3, 2016. 

BOOK REVIEW: Emma G. Loves Boyz: A True Love Journal by Taro Meyer

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Emma G. Loves Boyz - A True Love Journal is the first book in the new Tween Girl Series by Taro Meyer - the exuberant journal of a star-struck fan who vows to stop at nothing - not even doing chores! - for a chance to see her favorite boy band perform live.

REVIEW BY: Arianna, age 13 years, 1 month

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This book was great! I love music so I can totally relate to Emma. 

My favorite character is Dianna because she is a wonderful sister. Whatever Emma needs from her, she does it without complaint. 

My favorite part is when Emma submits her lyrics to the contest because it is a really important moment in the series. 

I recommend this book to anyone who likes music, great family and friends and lots of funny moments. 

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 11 and up. 

BOOK REVIEW: The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender

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Asylum meets Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, in this riveting tale of ghosts, secrets, and family, from master of suspense Katie Alender. 

Delia's new house isn't just a house. It used to be an insane asylum, a place to lock up "troubled" young women long ago. And a restless, wicked spirit is still at play--and it doesn't want defiant girls like Delia to go anywhere.

So the house kills her.

Now Delia is a ghost, trapped in her creepy home forever. As she meets the other ghost girls who haunt the narrow hallways, as well as the handsome ghost boy on the grounds, she learns shocking truths about the house's history. Delia also realizes that her alive and grieving sister might be the house's next target. Can Delia unlock the mystery of the old asylum, save her sister, and free herself?

REVIEW BY: Angel, age 13 years, 2 months

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This book reminds me of a person, because of the many different aspects to it. On the outside it looks quite scary, I was thinking it was really going to be a horror story to scare me. However, when you read it, you find out that it is a story with great morals about family and good deeds. As I was saying, this reminded me of a person because what is on the outside is not really what is on the inside, and this is why I LOVED this book!

This book is about a house that murders troubled females. When Delia Pivens inherits the house that used to be a mental institution, she knows something about the house is not right. Delia suddenly dies from a smoke overtaking her body and it is then that she decides that it is her mission to get back to her family and find a way to break the curse on the house. 

My favorite character(s) are Eliza and Janie because even though Eliza did something terribly wrong, she wants to find the good in life by helping Delia. However, Janie is brave and fierce and she reminds me so much of someone I know. 

My favorite part is when Delia and Janie are in the basement and Delia has to show Janie a sign that it really is her. 

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 and up.