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Book Review: Mr. Strong

July 26, 2010

When I was a child I loved Roger Hargreaves’ Mr. Men and Little Miss books more than just about anything. Now, as an adult with the heart of a child–or the mind of a child as my arch-enemies might tell you–I love them even more. They were so simple, but so good. I know, good [...]

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Book Review: Goodnight Moon

July 13, 2010

There are so many books out there that I want to read, that I typically don’t reread books unless they’re my absolute favorites. Of course, there are about 100 books that I consider my absolute favorites, and I add to that list weekly. But in the last week, I’ve read a certain book at least [...]

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More Banned Books: Roald Dahl Edition

May 17, 2010

As a child–and an adult, if I’m going to be totally honest–no author has ever given me as much page by page enjoyment as Roald Dahl. He had a talent for the memorable, twisted, and truly bizarre. He understood what makes kids tick, and what creeps adults out, both in his stories and his illustrations. [...]

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Book Review: The Little Prince

May 8, 2010

Note from Josh: I’ve tried to review The Little Prince several times here on the blog, but I never get it right. Some people love the book, some hate it. I love it, but luckily, I’ve gotten someone else to finally do a review of it. Guest Post by Dayana Jardim A pilot who crashed [...]

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Book Review: Haroun And The Sea of Stories

April 29, 2010

Note from Josh 1: I just got my second shipment of The Knot in. I’ll be signing and shipping them today. So if you’re waiting, it’s almost time. Thanks for your patience! Note from Josh 2: Here is part one of an interview I did for Yusuf Clack’s awesome blog, A Better World Through Strong [...]

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Why did we ever stop reading children’s books?

February 14, 2010

Note from Josh: This is a guest post by Carlon Haas. Carlon writes about tips and tricks for not screwing up your life and career on his…unique blog Don’t Step In The Poop. Carlon’s talking about one of my favorite subjects: kid’s books. Enjoy! by Carlon Haas Why did we ever stop reading children’s books? [...]

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Book Review: How To Eat Fried Worms

September 23, 2009

Banned Books Week is here again. I love it.  I really, truly love it. How To Eat Fried Worms is one of those precious gems from my childhood that I still can’t get enough of.  And yet, some lame-o always wants to take it off the shelves.  The reasons may surprise you. You and me.  [...]

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Book Review: Where The Wild Things Are

May 29, 2009

Yet another of ALA’s most frequently challenged books. I know…I’ll stop reviewing them once I’ve read them all.  Or, I guess I’ll stop once people quit challenging books (after I’ve read the current batch of no-nos). I understand that someone might be disturbed by the cruelty of the teenagers in The Chocolate War.  There is [...]

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Book Review: Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark Series

May 23, 2009

Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark is another of ALA’s most frequently challenged books. This one is harder to argue with, in my opinion. Should it be censored? Of course not, but then, nothing should. There is no arguing that these books aren’t scary, particularly the ghoulish artwork by Stephen Gammel. I’m sure that [...]

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Book Review: Where’s Waldo? (That pervert)

May 8, 2009

Why Review Where’s Waldo? Glad you asked.  The American Library Association (ALA) keeps track of the most-challenged books.  A “challenge” to a book means that someone has screamed out that the book is too______.  You may choose and insert your own adjective.  The harmless Where’s Waldo? found itself in the top 100 challenged books between [...]

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Looking For Something Demented? Read Pinocchio!

April 24, 2009

Home Pinocchio By Carlo Collodi Pinocchio, AKA Deranged Exploits Of The Bloodthirsty Twig-Lord is not the story you think it is. Do you remember the movie? When You Wish Upon A Star? Lots of soft-shoe and lessons learned? Oh ho ho, step right up into the pages of Carlo Collodi’s deviant masterpiece (which I love, [...]

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