I decided to read some of the most popular middle-grade (ages 8-12) fantasy books on Amazon, and I am really enjoying it so far! The Neverending Story (Die Unendliche Geschichte) Written in 1979 by German author Michael Ende, and translated into English by Ralph Manheim in 1983, this classic children’s fantasy work is definitely worthContinue reading “Fantasy Book Reading Pile”
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A Wizard of Earthsea
If you liked Harry Potter, you might like A Wizard of Earthsea. Both feature young boy wizards who become legends and attend wizarding school. Overall, this was a good book that I recommend. However, the story can be a little slow at times, but that is mainly because it is a story of self-discovery andContinue reading “A Wizard of Earthsea”
Book Cover Reveal: The Land in the Woods
I am excited to share the book cover to my upcoming debut children’s novel, The Land in the Woods! If all goes well, I plan to publish it June 4th on Amazon. The story is about three siblings who find a magical land in the woods. They meet various creatures and encounter dangers. The childrenContinue reading “Book Cover Reveal: The Land in the Woods”
E. Nesbit’s The Phoenix and the Carpet
I absolutely loved this book! The interactions between the children were just as good as the first book in this series (the Psammead series: Five Children and It is the first book). I loved the Phoenix. He had a delightful, wise, interesting and unique personality. This really shines through in the dialogue. Here’s an excerptContinue reading “E. Nesbit’s The Phoenix and the Carpet”
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