Simon Nicholson creatively combines elements of magic and mystery in his new Young Houdini series. In the first book, Young Houdini, The Magician’s Fire, readers are introduced to Harry and his best friends Billie and Arthur. This unlikely trio entertains small crowds along the … [Read more...]
Q & A with Simon Nicholson
For over a year and a half, I have interviewed a wide variety of authors. One of the most fascinating aspects of this process is learning about the individual's backgrounds. Educators and writers top the list. Simon Nicholson, the author of Young Houdini: The Magician’s Fire … [Read more...]
New Hanukkah Parable for 2014
The Dreidel That Wouldn’t Spin: A Toyshop Tale of Hanukkah is a memorable Hanukkah parable and an excellent picture book for the Jewish Festival of Lights. Martha Seif Simpson skillfully places the emphasis of this heartwarming story toward the merits of altruistic … [Read more...]
Q & A with Martha Seif Simpson
As a lifelong learner, I have frequently called upon librarians for assistance. These individuals are an amazing resource that too frequently are neglected in the computer age. Not surprising, many librarians use their extensive love of books to create their own works. Such is … [Read more...]
New Holiday Book- The Night Before Hanukkah
Several months ago, I learned about the upcoming release of The Night Before Hanukkah. I was curious. Could a popular series written by a Gentile Colorado woman capture the essential elements of Hanukkah? In 2012, I raised a similar issue in my blog, Agendas and Multicultural … [Read more...]
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