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| Oct 21, 2024 | New Book Invites Kids to Journey with 'Marco Pollo, World-Traveling Chicken' as 'The Adventure Begins' | 'Marco Pollo, World-Traveling Chicken: The Adventure Begins' by Kathryn Dickerson
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written by Kathryn Dickerson; illustrated by Okan Bülbül; on sale October 22, 2024
. . . a wonderful book that will share with childre... |
| Sep 23, 2024 | New Children's Book 'I’d Rather Be Me' Encourages Children to Foster Self-Confidence | 'I'd Rather Be Me' by Emily Peace Harrison
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written by Emily Peace Harrison; illustrated by Dacil Curbelos; on sale September 24, 2024
. . . a wonderful celebration of individuality and self-expression. . . . An essen... |
| Sep 13, 2024 | New Children’s Book Helps Kids Fall Asleep with 'Littlest Mano at Bedtime' | 'Littlest Mano at Bedtime' by Anita Dromey
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written by Anita Dromey; illustrated by Taranggana; on sale September 17, 2024
Captures the age-old story of young ones’ desire to delay bedtime as long as possible. This bo... |
| Sep 11, 2024 | New Children's Book 'Henry and the Magical Words' Sets Foster Kids and Parents Up for Success | 'Henry and the Magical Words' by Cathy Newbanks-Hawks
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written by Cathy Newbanks-Hawks; illustrated by Susannah Wagner Merritt; on sale September 10, 2024
. . . sure to charm every child and be beloved by every family... |
| Jul 18, 2024 | 'Picking Patch' Invites Young Readers on an Autumn Excursion to Choose a Pumpkin—with Unexpected Results | 'Picking Patch' by Diane Twomley
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written by Diane Twomley; illustrated by Cheryl Grant; on sale July 23, 2024
A joyous way to ring in the fall season that is full of heart. Not just an autumn treat, but also a book t... |
| Jul 2, 2024 | Through Poetry, Businessman Gary Brinderson Encourages Readers to Find Value in 'Sitting on a Rock' & Contemplating Life | 'Sitting on a Rock' by Gary L. Brinderson
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written by Gary L. Brinderson; on sale July 2, 2024
. . . authentic and disarming. . . . In the evolving world of AI and technology, Gary’s emotional intelligence is a superp... |
| Jun 25, 2024 | Author’s Experience in 'Living Tidal' on a Small Boat Inspires Women to Seize Hope—and Appreciate Their Own Capabilities | 'Living Tidal' by Sheena Jeffers
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written by Sheena Jeffers; on sale June 25, 2024
. . . a poignant, funny memoir that will resonate with everyone who has recognized a desperation for action and a frustration with the... |
| May 14, 2024 | Readers Look for Leprechauns as a Young Leprechaun Girl Learns Her Worth in New Children's Book 'Lia the Leprechaun' | 'Lia the Leprechaun' by Jenny Olson
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written and illustrated by Jenny Olson; on sale May 21, 2024
A beautiful message of love, acceptance, adventure, and the joy found in helping others, coupled with engaging illustrat... |
| May 9, 2024 | 'Elroy’s Remarkable Day Fishing' Invites Readers on a Playful Outing as a Boy Enjoys His First Fishing Lesson | 'Elroy's Remarkable Day Fishing' by Emily Hanson Collis
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written by Emily Hanson Collis; illustrated by Jeanne Conway; on sale May 16, 2024
A heartwarming and delightful picture book for everyone. . . . Emily captures ... |
| Apr 29, 2024 | New Novel 'Raptors in the Ricelands' Interweaves History and Fiction to Celebrate Author’s Gullah Geechee Heritage | 'Raptors in the Ricelands' by Ron Daise
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written by Ron Daise; on sale April 30, 2024
. . . a genre-defying narrative of good intentions gone wrong, rich with Gullah culture and language that highlights our connections... |
| Mar 25, 2024 | 'Lemon and Cedar' Takes Readers on an Incredible Journey as It Teaches Them About the Plight of Endangered Red Wolves | 'Lemon and Cedar' by Christel Dyer
written by Christel Dyer; illustrated by Eric Freeberg; on sale April 2, 2024
. . . a book for both the very young and the young at heart.”
— Cornelia N. Hutt, chair of the Red Wolf Coalition board of dire... |
| Feb 26, 2024 | 'Astra in Hollywood' Motivates Readers to Soar as an Airplane Discovers Helping Others Is All It Takes to Be a Superstar | 'Astra in Hollywood' by Julie Whitney
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written by Julie Whitney; illustrated by Michelle Simpson; on sale March 4, 2024
You are cleared for takeoff! . . . A delightful sequel that all future pilots will love!”
— Captai... |
| Feb 23, 2024 | 'Chelsea Skye, Nature Spy' Encourages Readers to Take a Peek at the World Outside Their Window | 'Chelsea Skye, Nature Spy' by Kate McCarroll Moore
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written by Kate McCarroll Moore; illustrated by Michelle Simpson; on sale February 28, 2024
'Chelsea Skye' highlights a lesson that hopefully everyone learns when fac... |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Try 'Bokky for Breakfast' and Uncover the Mystery of Toddlers’ Tastes in a Playful New Children’s Book! | 'Bokky for Breakfast' by Dr. Lisa Curry
written by Dr. Lisa Curry; illustrated by Kelly O’Neill; on sale February 22, 2024
. . . Excellent for new moms who want to encourage their toddlers to eat healthy foods. I have read many books to my ... |
| Nov 30, 2023 | 'The Legend of Tooth Hollow' Teaches Kids How They Can Become Heroic Guardians of Their Own Teeth | written by Medhaa Banaji; illustrated by Mariana Flyak; on sale November 30, 2023
. . . a great way to encourage our littles to protect their precious teeth and to value visits to the dentist. Very educational and interesting!”
— Dr. Tiffan... |
| Aug 11, 2023 | Take the Kids on a Beach Day and Watch Them Grow with 'Adeline by the Sea' | written by Lauren Oakey; illustrated by Britt Van Deusen; on sale August 10, 2023
. . . a tender portrait of the small moments that shape us into brave beings . . . a book that kids and adults can enjoy over and over again.”
— Meaghan Rady,... |
| Aug 11, 2023 | Meet 'A Duck in a Tree' and Discover the Differences that Make Us Unique | written by Stacy Vaught; illustrated by Kelly Lane; on sale September 5, 2023
. . . an endearing and heartwarming story about finding connection and embracing our strengths. . . . A truly lovely message for any age!”
— Lucy Banic, MA, LMHCR... |
| Jul 21, 2023 | 'Fireflies and Zeroes': An Emotionally Charged LGBTQ+ Punk Rock Mystery That Will Leave You “Bouncing Off the Walls” | written by Liz Larson; on sale July 19, 2023
A heart-pounding story of love and mystery, of self-discovery and suspense, full of the thousand conflicts . . . that make life so beautiful and so painful. This is a story I’ll be picking up aga... |
| Jul 6, 2023 | Journey through Small-Town Dreams in the Hills of West Virginia with 'Matewan Garden Club' | written by Iris Underwood; on sale July 5, 2023
. . . a journey through life in the Appalachians. It’s as if you are sitting on the porch with [the characters], listening to their stories and sharing their struggles. A must-read.”
— Randy J... |
| Mar 15, 2023 | Meditate through the ABCs with 'Odette’s Alphabet' | written by Sandrine Marlier; illustrated by Leonardo Schiavina; on sale April 4, 2023
'Odette’s Alphabet' will warm your bookshelf with light and love. It’s more than a story—it’s a handbook on how to look within and find refuge, joy, and p... |
| Mar 10, 2023 | Take a Moment to Relax with "Momento the Beast" | written by Eric Albright; illustrated by Katherine Jordan; on sale March 31, 2023
Momento will inspire you—body, mind, and soul. With its timeless and profound messages about kindness and mindfulness, this book is sure to leave a meaningful... |
| Mar 1, 2023 | Splash Around in a World of Color and Emotion as 'Maggie Discovers the Rainbow' | written by Kara Navolio; illustrated by Tracie Timmer; on sale March 21, 2023
Journey through this magical world with Maggie! Readers young and old will delight in remembering just how important it is to experience all the colors of the rai... |
| Feb 1, 2023 | Come Along on 'Mato’s Journey' and Watch a Bird Take Flight | written by Dave Bowles; illustrated by Elizabeth Lester; on sale February 2, 2023
. . . a beautiful ‘tail’ of the power of authenticity and the strength of biodiversity.”
— Rebecca Kleinhample, executive director, Virginia Living MuseumRICH... |
| Jan 30, 2023 | Get Curious About 'Curious Design' | written by Bonnie Stanard; on sale January 25, 2023
Once I felt at one with the sky. I thought I had inborn clouds, whether restless or calm. I had in my blood rain and sunshine.”
— from 'Curious Design'RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, Ja... |
| Jan 3, 2023 | The Wait Is Over for 'Waiting for Scotland' | written by S.A. Borders-Shoemaker; on sale January 4, 2023
This book is a rare treasure! The poems radiate powerful light that comes from the author’s great heart, authentic wisdom, and beautiful way with words. . . . These poems will surel... |
| Nov 10, 2022 | Learn How Service Dogs Are Taught to Care for People with Special Needs with 'Bella Joins the Service' | written by Julie Ellis Williams; illustrated by Penny Weber; on sale December 13, 2022
. . . a truly heartwarming story. . . . I fell in love with Bella when reading this book, and you will too!”
— Laura Numeroff, bestselling author of 'If ... |
| Oct 19, 2022 | Take a Trip Through the US Capital and Uncover 'The Secret of the Legendary Tribe' | written by John Roche; on sale November 22, 2022
...Some people have a knack for finding real adventure. The Mahood and Gonzales kids fall into that category, and they would never forget their adventure that began in the Mahoods’ backyard..... |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Family Matters Clash with Social Mores in a Book That Demonstrates the 'Folly' of Life in a Small Southern Town | written by Daniel “Seth” Holliday and Daniel “Wayne” Holliday; on sale November 4, 2022
. . . the writing style evokes Grisham, with a dash of Clyde Edgerton. An excellent read and a genuinely entertaining debut.”
— Rysa Walker, author of t... |
| Oct 13, 2022 | 'Losing a Tooth' Doesn’t Have to Be Frightening with This New Book from Belle Isle Books | written by Nicole Wright; illustrated by Kelly O’Neill; on sale November 8, 2022
The delightful rhymes are adorable. . . . This book surely will make the whole family SMILE until the tooth fairy comes again.”
— Dr. Mary Beth Dunn, pediatric... |
| Sep 28, 2022 | 'You’re Not from Around Here, Are You?' Shares a Northerner’s Experience of Falling in Love with the South | written by Martin Lehfeldt; on sale October 20, 2022
. . . a love affair with a place and its people. . . . witty, wise, and a sheer delight to read. ”
— Thomas G. Long, professor emeritus, Emory UniversityRICHMOND, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES,... |
| Sep 28, 2022 | 'The Wi-Fi Is Out'…Is Out | written and illustrated by Tim Lane; Available Now!
My imagination? It’s been so long I forgot. But the Wi-Fi is out, so I’ll give it a shot!”
— from The Wi-Fi Is OutRICHMOND, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -... |
| Sep 15, 2022 | This Fall, Explore Every Seaside Season with 'Carole Jane from Starfish Lane'! | written by Diane Twomley; illustrated by Cheryl Grant; on sale October 11, 2022
A descriptive debut . . . sure to lure more readers to the shore life all year long! Recommended for all ages.”
— Dustin Brackbill, librarian and former library... |
| Sep 15, 2022 | When Interstellar War Breaks Out, Humanity Must Fight to Save Itself—in This Story of One 'Desperate Endeavor' | written by Glen Olson; on sale October 4, 2022
Olson has combined military science fiction with quantum and string theory in a first-contact story that combines a series of fascinating what-ifs that will challenge readers.”
— Francis Hamit,... |
| Aug 23, 2022 | This Fall, Pay Homage to the Earliest Form of Storytelling with The Song of Circe and Other Simple Musings | written by J. Matthew Helms, on sale September 14, 2022
Here lies a tale of two beset in naught but simple words... Who were perchance to meet in spite of distant, foreign shores.”
— from The Song of CirceRICHMOND, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, ... |
| Aug 18, 2022 | Question Tradition and Discover Your Story with A New Noble Fantasy for Middle Grade Readers | written by Stephanie Parwulski, on sale September 9, 2022
Precious and refreshing—a timeless parable about the power of choice and the healing rewards of kindness. Beautifully written and aptly named.”
— E. S. Christison, award-winning auth... |
| Jul 27, 2022 | This Summer, Grow Along with The Three Little Sprigs | [An] engaging riff on the story of the three little pigs . . . for the social media generation. At the heart of the story is the question: What values shape your life?”
— Kathy MacMillan, NIC, MLS, American Sign Language interpreterRICHMOND... |
| Jul 27, 2022 | Life Is Here, and I Have Been Away, the True Story of a Mother’s Struggle to Overcome Depression and Reclaim Her Sons | written by Dan Bessie on sale August 26, 2022
I read the book in the space of two weeks, and I found Mary walked with me... She was a living, breathing woman who was working through her life, and I felt her courage influence mine.”
— Beverl... |
| Jul 27, 2022 | This Summer, Share a Wholehearted Day with Loved Ones | written and illustrated by Elizabeth Dodson on sale August 30, 2022
Wholehearted Day had me glued to each page as I reflected upon my childhood. . . . This book resonates with me.”
— Ramon Shiloh, award-winning illustratorRICHMOND, VIRGINIA... |
| Jul 20, 2022 | This Summer, Make a Friend of The Lonely Daffodil | A great lesson for all, wrapped up in sweet words and beautiful illustrations.”
— Jordan Chouteau, author of No More Monsters Under Your Bed!RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, July 20, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Belle Isle Books of Richmond... |
| Jul 19, 2022 | Take a Lyrical Step into The Land of Opposite Attractions | I found myself wanting to melt into each page. Like clay in her hands, Catherine Carson forms poems with the rich soul of the potter and the delicate refinement of the sculptor.”
— Anne Poarch, author of The Grit and Joy and other works of ... |
