A review for my first nonfiction book of 2026. A World Without Summer by Nicholas Day is a middle grade book about how one cataclysmic event can have a ripple effect across the world. The 1815 Mt Tambora volcanic eruption was one such event that had devastating repercussions for the world.
Two quick reviews for two fabulous middle grade audio books I listened to this month. Let it Glow is a very sweet story about twins who switch places and learn about Christmas and Hanukkah. The Court of the Dead is the second adventure for Nico de Angelo and Will Solace who travel to Camp Jupiter to help Hazel.
A review for the second book in the middle grade Juniper Lane Adventures. This is a fun story about a young teen finding her place and her magic as she defeats a magical force trying to take over London. Full of folklore, and lots of great characters, with a fascinating plot.
A review for the ARC for the upcoming middle grade novel, Bug Bandits by Jenni L Walsh. A fast paced story about a young girl trying to save her father’s insectarium, a bug museum, from a burglary. This is a story about friendship and science with a dash of adventure and a bit of mystery.
A review for the middle grade audiobook by Matt Eicheldinger. Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Tem Broken Toes is a heartwarming story of a sixth grader who comes under a curse to break all of his toes. Barret Leddy does an awesome job with the narration, sounding just like a twelve year old learning to navigate life in middle school.
Hello, hello! Today I am bringing you two short reviews for two fantasy books I read this week. The first one is the sequel to the Runestone Saga series by one of my favorite authors. The second is a middle grade fantasy about a young boys adventure in a magical world adjacent to ours where he meets all kinds of wonderful creatures and an intriguing girl who can fly. Let’s get to it, shall we?
Confessions of a Serial Reader 
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