Grace Ellis Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series

Book #1: The Truth We Never Told “Gripped The Truth We Never Told” presents hard but necessary conversations about how teenagers are influenced by inner…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Altered Horizon” by Richard Cutler

Altered Horizon is a complex and richly detailed story following the state of humanity and a mysterious Order of aliens sent to influence them. The…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “My Refuge” by Debra Fredette

My Refuge written by Deborah Fredette, follows her journey as a missionary in Uganda, presenting the trip in the form of short testimonies. Each chapter…

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Emily McDermott Reviews “The Adventures of Owen & the Anthem Singer” by Todd Angilly & Rachel Goguen

The Adventures of Owen & the Anthem Singer by Todd Angily and Rachel Goguen is the perfect children’s book for both hockey fans and dog…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Mexico Got Lucky” by Rico Austin

Mexico got Lucky follows Jim and Lucky, an owner and his dog that gets separated when Lucky is stolen from Jim’s car. The story is…

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Emily McDermott Reviews “The Original” by Norm Beaudin & Kim Passante

The Original by Norm Beaudin with Kim Passante is an inspirational autobiography revolving around the triumphs and hardships that life has to offer. Written as…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Between Heaven & 42nd and Broadway” by Michael Caissie

Between Heaven, & 42nd and Broadway follows Paul, a veteran and struggling writer with a wavering sense of self and morality. Michael Caissie’s use of…

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Allyson Rankin Reviews “On the Right Path: Book One” by Brett Gunning & Stacy Padula

Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA On The Right Path is, at its core, a book about learning important lessons through playing team sports. Basketball…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “The Crash” by Isabelle Seams

The Crash follows the characters Phybe and Taelor as they navigate opposite ends of an emerging war, eventually coming together to save the ones they…

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Allyson Rankin Reviews “Thank You, Mama” by Meridith Lasko & Teddy Biron

Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA Thank You, Mama is a children’s book that is uniquely directed towards the mother instead of the child, illustrating…

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RGB vs. CMYK: A Guide for Children’s Book Authors on Digital and Printed Illustrations

As a children’s book author, you pour your heart into crafting stories that spark young imaginations, and the illustrations that bring your words to life…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Penikese Island Adventure” by Kathleen Hickey

“Penikese Island Adventure” follows Julia, an incoming high school junior who volunteers at a camp for troubled boys run by her father. Initially, she is…

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Allyson Rankin Reviews “There’s No Chocolate on Mars” by Candido Bretto

Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA There’s No Chocolate on Mars is a lovely kid-friendly story about the importance of food in bringing communities together.…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “What Came After” by Tabor Millien

“What Came After” follows Hannah in an emotional journey of reflection, seeking justice, and finding closure. In the first chapter Hannah is presented as a…

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Allyson Rankin Reviews Nelson’s Garden by Candy O’Terry & Colleen Esposito

Review by Allyson Rankin, Plymouth, MA Nelson’s Garden is an amazing book about the value of learning from our elders, not to mention the equally…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Mystery at Chilmark” by Dianne Hunt Smith

“Mystery at Chilmark” follows Kat as she explores her family history and finds a spiritual connection with an ancestor. Dianne Hunt Smith’s descriptions thoroughly flesh-out…

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Nichole Conran Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Gripped” Book Series

Book #1: The Truth We Never Told I highly recommend this book. This book is an educational read, highlighting the experiences that young people may…

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Emily McDermott Reviews “Crabby Cakes” by Eileen Clancy-Pantano

Crabby Cakes written by Eileen Clancy-Pantano and illustrated by Marah Neil is an adorable children’s book about discovering what matters the most in life. The…

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Emily McDermott Reviews “Gripped Part 2: Blindsided” by Stacy A. Padula

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733153608?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tpbk_1&storeType=ebooks Gripped: Part 2 by Stacy Padula is an impactful expansion of the Gripped series that offers new insights into the characters' relationships and introduces…

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Grace Ellis Reviews Stacy Padula’s “Montgomery Lake High” Book Series

Book #1: The Right Person “Montgomery Lake High Book 1: The Right Person” introduces a large cast of characters, all with their own personal relationships…

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Grace Ellis Reviews “Alijah XII” by Kirja Ilijah

“Alijah XII'' tells the story of how young Alijah spends her 12th birthday with Meema (her grandmother). We follow her thought process as she reflects…

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Emily McDermott Reviews Gripped Part 1 by Stacy A. Padula

https://www.amazon.com/Gripped-Part-Truth-Never-Told/dp/1735016837/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Gripped: Part 1 by Stacy A. Padula offers an informative and realistic insight into how quickly drugs and alcohol can tear apart a community.…

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Wolf Wisdom Unleashed: Why Lessons Learned from Atka is the Must-Read Tale of Hope and Heart

In a world that often feels chaotic and disconnected, Lessons Learned from Atka by Lois Kral arrives like a gentle howl on the wind—a story…

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From Rink to Resilience: Why The Original Scores Big as Hockey’s Heartfelt Anthem

In a sport where legends are forged on ice and tales of grit echo through arenas, The Original: Living Life Through Hockey by Norm Beaudin…

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Wisdom Worth Hearing: Why Inherently Fallible is the Book Teens (and Parents) Need Right Now

In a world where advice bombards us from every corner—podcasts, TikTok gurus, and well-meaning relatives—Shawn Janes’ Inherently Fallible: Life Lessons From A Father cuts through…

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