Millie of the Manor by Karina Evans

Illustrated by Andrea Bell 5 stars A sweet and engaging story about friendship, social anxiety, and pushing yourself to take risks. Amy loves mysteries. But when she’s invited to a murder mystery-themed birthday party, she’s conflicted. While she wants to solve the mystery, she worries her social anxiety will draw unwanted attention. Will she be…

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The Friendly Four by Eloise Greenfield

Illustrations by Jan Spivey Gilchrist 5 stars A fun story about four friends coming together for one epic summer. I really enjoyed this picture book in verse. Drum can’t wait for summer to be over so he can see his friends at school. But when a new family moves into his neighborhood, his summer gets…

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Bluey: Trains (A Bluey Chapter Book)

Illustrated by Rafferty Amor 3 stars Watch the Heeler family’s games come to life in this new chapter book series. Join Bluey and her family in a game of Trains (adapted from the Season 2 episode “Trains”). Dr. Glenda (Bingo) takes the train everyday to drop off her daughter at day care and go to…

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