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The BCCB calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “clever” and “visually arresting” in starred review: “Dog lovers will be particularly pleased…to learn that one very good dog saved the world.”

Hillary Godwin 10/30/25 Hillary Godwin 10/30/25

The BCCB calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “clever” and “visually arresting” in starred review: “Dog lovers will be particularly pleased…to learn that one very good dog saved the world.”

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Bookpage calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “engrossing” and “irresistible” in starred review: “A perfect blend of the mythological and contemporary . . . a true delight”

Hillary Godwin 10/27/25 Hillary Godwin 10/27/25

Bookpage calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “engrossing” and “irresistible” in starred review: “A perfect blend of the mythological and contemporary . . . a true delight”

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Booklist calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “an impressive, artistic approach to a creation tale as well as the origin of the great loyalty of dogs” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/27/25 Hillary Godwin 10/27/25

Booklist calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “an impressive, artistic approach to a creation tale as well as the origin of the great loyalty of dogs” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls HONOR FLIGHT, illus. by Matt Tavares, “a solemn and respectful reminder to younger readers of what was paid and what is owed” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/27/25 Hillary Godwin 10/27/25

School Library Journal calls HONOR FLIGHT, illus. by Matt Tavares, “a solemn and respectful reminder to younger readers of what was paid and what is owed” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls OXFORD BLOOD by Rachael Davis-Featherstone a “well-paced mystery” that’s “difficult to put down” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/22/25 Hillary Godwin 10/22/25

School Library Journal calls OXFORD BLOOD by Rachael Davis-Featherstone a “well-paced mystery” that’s “difficult to put down” in starred review

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Kirkus calls HOUDINI’S LIBRARY by Barb Rosenstock “a compelling and wholly original tale . . . Pure magic” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/20/25 Hillary Godwin 10/20/25

Kirkus calls HOUDINI’S LIBRARY by Barb Rosenstock “a compelling and wholly original tale . . . Pure magic” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls Marie Arnold’s SPLIT THE SKY “a unique perspective on social justice fatigue [and] a necessary purchase for young adult collections” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/20/25 Hillary Godwin 10/20/25

School Library Journal calls Marie Arnold’s SPLIT THE SKY “a unique perspective on social justice fatigue [and] a necessary purchase for young adult collections” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN (BUT REALLY A DINOSAUR!) “a unique and engaging blend of fictional storytelling and scientific education” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/16/25 Hillary Godwin 10/16/25

School Library Journal calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN (BUT REALLY A DINOSAUR!) “a unique and engaging blend of fictional storytelling and scientific education” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN (BUT REALLY A DINOSAUR) “a unique and engaging blend of fictional storytelling and scientific education” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/10/25 Hillary Godwin 10/10/25

School Library Journal calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN (BUT REALLY A DINOSAUR) “a unique and engaging blend of fictional storytelling and scientific education” in starred review

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The Horn Book calls THE TINKERERS by Caroline Carlson “a brilliant synthesis of plot, theme, and good-natured chaos” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 10/1/25 Hillary Godwin 10/1/25

The Horn Book calls THE TINKERERS by Caroline Carlson “a brilliant synthesis of plot, theme, and good-natured chaos” in starred review

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Kirkus calls THE UNLIKELY AVENTURAS OF RAMÓN AND EL CUCUY by Donna Barba Higuera, illus. by Juliana Perdomo, “tantalizing,” “exuberant,” and “undeniably cool” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 9/24/25 Hillary Godwin 9/24/25

Kirkus calls THE UNLIKELY AVENTURAS OF RAMÓN AND EL CUCUY by Donna Barba Higuera, illus. by Juliana Perdomo, “tantalizing,” “exuberant,” and “undeniably cool” in starred review

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Kirkus praises CATCHING FIRE: Illustrated Edition by Suzanne Collins, illus. by Nico Delort, in starred review: “A work that will be treasured by old and new fans alike . . . This book is lit!”

Hillary Godwin 9/22/25 Hillary Godwin 9/22/25

Kirkus praises CATCHING FIRE: Illustrated Edition by Suzanne Collins, illus. by Nico Delort, in starred review: “A work that will be treasured by old and new fans alike . . . This book is lit!”

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School Library Journal calls X. Fang’s BROKEN a “flawless picture book” and “a must-buy and ideal read-aloud for all libraries” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 9/19/25 Hillary Godwin 9/19/25

School Library Journal calls X. Fang’s BROKEN a “flawless picture book” and “a must-buy and ideal read-aloud for all libraries” in starred review

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Publishers Weekly calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “a winning reflection on what it means to be an underdog” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 9/5/25 Hillary Godwin 9/5/25

Publishers Weekly calls XOLO by Donna Barba Higuera “a winning reflection on what it means to be an underdog” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls MATISSE by Derek Desierto “a lovely homage to Matisse’s life and work” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 9/2/25 Hillary Godwin 9/2/25

School Library Journal calls MATISSE by Derek Desierto “a lovely homage to Matisse’s life and work” in starred review

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Kirkus calls NIGHT CHEF by Mika Song “a deeply satisfying adventure for readers young and old” in its second starred review

Hillary Godwin 8/16/25 Hillary Godwin 8/16/25

Kirkus calls NIGHT CHEF by Mika Song “a deeply satisfying adventure for readers young and old” in its second starred review

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School Library Journal calls THE LAST WISH OF BRISTOL KEATS by Mary E. Pearson “beautiful” and “impossible to put down” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 8/15/25 Hillary Godwin 8/15/25

School Library Journal calls THE LAST WISH OF BRISTOL KEATS by Mary E. Pearson “beautiful” and “impossible to put down” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls James Ransome’s wordless picture book A PLACE FOR US “deeply moving” and “masterfully captured” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 8/13/25 Hillary Godwin 8/13/25

School Library Journal calls James Ransome’s wordless picture book A PLACE FOR US “deeply moving” and “masterfully captured” in starred review

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School Library Journal calls DASHER AND THE POLAR BEAR by Matt Tavares “a must for holiday collections” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 8/13/25 Hillary Godwin 8/13/25

School Library Journal calls DASHER AND THE POLAR BEAR by Matt Tavares “a must for holiday collections” in starred review

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Publishers Weekly calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN a “gloriously goofy” and “triumphant. . . work that delivers important observations about honoring one’s nature” in starred review

Hillary Godwin 8/5/25 Hillary Godwin 8/5/25

Publishers Weekly calls K-Fai Steele’s LENA THE CHICKEN a “gloriously goofy” and “triumphant. . . work that delivers important observations about honoring one’s nature” in starred review

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