What the world needs is more whimsy. More collage with colored paper, pussy bows, peacock feathers, and sticky tape to keep the whole together. Yes, whimsy—in this case, in a picture book shape, featuring a preening poet playing make... Read More

In "The Spectral Arctic", Shane McCorristine focuses on early explorations of the Arctic. Citing numerous reports of ghostly presences, uncharacteristically strong belief in omens, and seemingly prophetic dreams, he notes that paranormal... Read More

John Thorndike’s "A Hundred Fires in Cuba" is a ranging, unflinching story of the Cuban Revolution, focused on the “beautiful commander, the hero of Yaguajay, the wildly famous Camilo Cienfuegos.” One of Castro’s most loyal... Read More

Josef Bastian’s Excerpts from an Unknown Guidebook is a polished, thoroughly engaging fantasy for tweens and young adults. Aaron Anderson seems ordinary in every way—until he learns he’s been chosen to succeed his grandfather Pap... Read More