Hello, Heroes! Welcome to another star-spangled SPECIAL FEATURE right here on the Forwards-Backwards Blog! Today we will explore three titles from Storybug.com. This incredible website features a wide array of brilliantly illustrated children's books that are personalized for the special kids in your life. That's right - YOUR child is the star of their very... Continue Reading →
To the Middle of Nowhere by Robert Montgomery Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/Middle-Nowhere-Robert-Montgomery/dp/1838753877/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22BX2KFWAHWDS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kcQEc8utuuQeisduC8w8NFIKVnGOE3VYpEyr7FKdeSU.lKJNwCXRSxR6vJY9yxBuHf8xIvSKuWmC3HpReTsEjNU&dib_tag=se&keywords=to+the+middle+of+nowhere+robert+montgomery&qid=1714055077&sprefix=to+the+middle+of+nowhere+robert+montgomery%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-1 Hello, heroes! Here's the newest review about a wild world of wonder! Young Joe heartily dislikes going to his aunt and uncles’ house on holiday; mostly due to the fact that he has to share a room with his parents. But this holiday promises to be something special. When Joe discovers his aunt has... Continue Reading →
Little Chef: A Quirky Children’s Recipe Book by Nicole Bruigum Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/Little-Chef-author/dp/1838756523/ref=sr_1_2?crid=BKQVAYQEZAZ1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.i1qZhDkYDH5T3o1pXLo9XJ-hq-tgR8wfVJoHPyA8SMgNh7CYy2e4P0HVqk5US6bsCbcUjQerNjhDiUxw6Jbxyg.UM8vfupV4on4mJiGhhPauuGlro46v9FhO4SR5qTZk78&dib_tag=se&keywords=little+chef+nicole+bruigum&qid=1714053966&sprefix=little+chef+nicole+bruigum%2Caps%2C475&sr=8-2 Everybody loves to cook! But sometimes, facing the unknown of the deep, dark kitchen can seem a little daunting. But welcomed by a host of friendly monsters and cheerful new buddies, any aspiring cook can delve into these easy recipes with ease! You’ll be cooking up a storm in no time with this collection... Continue Reading →
Special Feature: Valentino’s Purpose by Wanda Reyes Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/Valentinos-Purpose-Celebrating-Diversity-Kindness/dp/B0D3BF1XK8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LW2U7EU55XJE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IvRLBe4Hn49VC_yHysjg1tyZhMc7rVIhaCgn0WEILLDsyMqYOtLko9XDVe7o_wGaxA7TJwB3xUr2KsWLErSeNr5a8KRpvY5kqxM54GkVwG5Q0wsCWDiqbzvsSgDXnU4RrzjETjFMh75DEgCKXPpQVJm9wA43Np6TJvsFiN_rEV_2WKVhmoabC-LOSu4rsfSnkfw1t4EJagpOaacbqLxzRfc3VFL1W0p4s8AJVFJK4yM.7-lMxhM51dIqjQNgoBCZbikcbo_Hff9cDhTv2U6iCJ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=valentino%27s+purpose&qid=1715838246&sprefix=valentino%27s+%2Caps%2C602&sr=8-1#customerReviews Hello, Heroes, and welcome to a special feature as we highlight an all-new book for kids about celebrating diversity! Stay tuned at the end of the review, kids. There's SO MUCH to explore in Valentino's world! Valentino is a dog on his way to becoming the best service pet ever. Valentino loves his mom,... Continue Reading →
A Colorful World by Mia Keen Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZLSL2PW Hello, Heroes! I keep finding these incredible children's book lately - and they also keep finding me! Here's the latest entry in my journal of literary exploration! The world is full of delightful colors everywhere! But what are all these marvelous shades we see every day called? Enter a tale full of endless cheer,... Continue Reading →
Where is My House? by Mia Keen Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZLNQ6YX Out in the forest, a cute little hamster named Harry searches for his perfect home. On his journey, Harry encounters many animals, each with their own special place to live. But none of them feel quite right for little Harry. Can the tiny hamster ever hope to find the best place to call his... Continue Reading →
C is for Cthulhu by Jason Ciarramella Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/C-Cthulhu-Lovecraft-Alphabet-Book/dp/0983068984/ref=sr_1_6?crid=33SRZIAOYPZBT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oqy3Sqbu0JextwTku3LiVvsj4ijaFH6T3PfHM_K1bmuL-yHVwnrYzwktOloEKx21pcviPBkjhg1CzUCBMAqOo1EVToMpY9yiGgtEza9es2Lwq4RFAo9fIqYKBgURgAL2kiPulok5KxHE8IbeyUFOXEYwY6iS4VYOlk0oKJD6Lbs_CeljIUiVJl7wmOEMDiTu0BLQRq3R-NAySa4o1KTqKCJEc5sAM7j0FJLHUahyfpruUxpKRsCCibIZJc6Nxt9vSo4N18HL8AKUtULH_YXeEDyTrkrwIDqK1ExoHv0w0ws.xADD3OHbHwiEu9FIm5C84Oi3P049S6Uy3PyD3Rfkg8U&dib_tag=se&keywords=c+is+for+cthulhu&qid=1711704379&sprefix=c+is+for+cthulhu%2Caps%2C406&sr=8-6 You see some wild books when you wander Amazon late at night. I found a bunch of cute Cthulhu themed plushies as I scrolled the internet, and followed the path to the C is for Cthulhu website where they were giving away free digital copies of this book. So, I did what any crazy... Continue Reading →
Dakota Love’s Crash Course in Creative Writing 7: Children’s Picture Books
https://www.amazon.com/Always-Other-Disney-Frozen-Pictureback/dp/0736440356/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AV4693V54RQ7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._fhLLUgXdx_nfJNhEKoXsZem8j2vjocYS9Wx5ZuqtY7cvcAxCWCc_OFFLywIkkDZnlyLewEeTQIwpEQ-n5TmAdyc_7U0owO70cmoFGzhteE3gco7gf6w-WZZGtw4EvyVSn9wjWYSHsok69-3crfDiNBBELjCZRtpRObJ07PygjRnu4HfIdcSJLbbTOx3fbgpM8mxeLRnIDuTdDJPx2piPWdQiWG69pyjKOmrvF6WtGM.yeGfJBuM2M9EUnli1MTU-tuLhmFOYB_MIyzDHoq0lnE&dib_tag=se&keywords=we%27ll+always+have+each+other+frozen&qid=1711531209&sprefix=we%27ll+always+hav+each+other+frozen%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1 Hello, Heroes! You don't usually get children's picture books as a subject in a creative writing class, but here it is! Why? Because children's books are important! Think back to being little. Maybe you had someone read to you. Or maybe you read by yourself in your secret hidey-spot. Or maybe a mix of... Continue Reading →
Polar Landscapes: Inspirational Coloring Book for Adults by Jorge Aliagra Book Review
https://www.amazon.com/Polar-Landscapes-Inspirational-Coloring-Adults/dp/1932179089/ref=sr_1_1?crid=QSRAS9NS5BIP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._wePtMcwYBGRj5wHyw4I5t0uMjsRFNstgPoOT-vi9j4.6R6UpafIWbwjH4s8cOS4Nh4GtRAlb3Lu7Jasf5IGPJc&dib_tag=se&keywords=icelands+coloring+book+jorge&qid=1711013274&sprefix=icelands+coloring+book+jorge%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1 That's right, folks - it's a new Icelands coloring book! This luxurious coloring book for adults is inspired by the Icelands series. I loved the Polar Animals coloring book for kids, but this one is on another level! Polar Landscapes: Inspirational Coloring Book for Adults by Jorge contains a brilliant assortment of scenes to... Continue Reading →
My Fairyland by Ann Steedman Book Review
https://pegasuspublishers.com/books/all/my-fairyland https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Fairyland-Ann-Steedman/dp/1838755055/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3UCEHOLK7R7CO&keywords=9781838755058&qid=1706272893&sprefix=9781838755058%2Caps%2C49&sr=8-1 Enter a world of limitless wonder as you step into the vast reaches of My Fairyland. Meet the king and queen of the fairies as they prepare for spring, Busybody the helpful Sprite as he explores the realm, and many friends old and new in this delightful collection of short stories for children.... Continue Reading →