Children’s book – Casia's Corner

NERD BLAST: One Step Further by NASA Computer Katherine Johnson with Jaylette Hylick and Katherine Moore

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021 CasiaPickering

Publisher : National Geographic Kids (January 5, 2021) Language : English Hardcover : 48 pages ISBN-10 : 1426371934 ISBN-13 : 978-1426371936 Praise for ONE STEP FURTHER Engaging, collage-style art augments the text, with speech bubbles, archival family photographs, and Barlow’s child-friendly illustrations. Concurrently accessible and intimate, this book will both inform readers and inspire them… Continue reading NERD BLAST: One Step Further by NASA Computer Katherine Johnson with Jaylette Hylick and Katherine Moore

BOOK TOUR (REVIEW): ESTRANGED by Ethan M. Aldridge

November 25, 2019November 25, 2019 CasiaPickering

Series: Estranged (Book 1) Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: HarperCollins (August 7, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 0062653865 ISBN-13: 978-0062653864 Praise for ESTRANGED “A splendid tale of faery magic and adventurous siblings, all told in gorgeously rendered watercolor panels: this is exactly my kind of thing.” —Ben Hatke, author and illustrator of the New York Times bestselling… Continue reading BOOK TOUR (REVIEW): ESTRANGED by Ethan M. Aldridge

BLOG TOUR: Finchosaurus by Gail Donovan

October 16, 2018October 10, 2018 CasiaPickering

FINCHOSAURUS follows the adventures of Atticus Finch Martin, otherwise known as Finch. Finch’s dream is to uncover a dinosaur fossil and name a new species after himself—until he digs up a note in the fifth-grade class garden with the word HELP on it. He is determined to come to the aid of the mystery note-writer.… Continue reading BLOG TOUR: Finchosaurus by Gail Donovan

Book #7: Emma and the Silk Thieves by Matthew S. Cox

January 29, 2018January 23, 2018 CasiaPickering

Once again safe at home, Emma clings to the comfort of family and tries to put the fright of the Banderwigh behind her—but deeds, even good ones, often have consequences. With a new reality of spirits and magic open to her, Emma feels a strong connection to Widowswood. She means to make good on her… Continue reading Book #7: Emma and the Silk Thieves by Matthew S. Cox

Book Tour: The Endless Fart by Beatriz Rare

October 24, 2017October 22, 2017 CasiaPickering

The Endless Fart by Beatriz Rare Genre: Children's Picture Book This is a very special day for Ralph the elephant, but a serious farting problem is turning it into one of the most difficult days of his life. A journey of strength and courage is the path for this adorable character. Ralph will learn that… Continue reading Book Tour: The Endless Fart by Beatriz Rare

book 16 of 2015: The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell by Chris Colfer

February 25, 2015February 23, 2015 CasiaPickering

Alex and Conner Bailey's world is about to change, in this fast-paced adventure that uniquely combines our modern day world with the enchanting realm of classic fairy tales. "The Land of Stories" tells the tale of twins Alex and Conner. Through the mysterious powers of a cherished book of stories, they leave their world… Continue reading book 16 of 2015: The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell by Chris Colfer

Book 14 of 2015: Hurayrah the Cat: The Snake Catcher by Farah Morley

February 20, 2015April 29, 2015 CasiaPickering

In a bustling oasis called Madinah a small tabby cat, Hurayrah, has lost his friend. The lonely Hurayrah sets out to find him and looks over the bazaar and on top of the mosque. After searching high and low Hurayrah waits in the mosque, beside a resting man. But with the appearance of a… Continue reading Book 14 of 2015: Hurayrah the Cat: The Snake Catcher by Farah Morley

The Misadventures of Hobart Hucklebuck Blog Tour

August 5, 2014July 28, 2014 CasiaPickering

Things are not as they should be in Pennywhistle. Enchanted toasters are not toasting, enchanted sprinklers are not sprinkling and Hobart Hucklebuck’s origami messenger birds are suddenly attacking him. Someone seems to be draining the power from all of the enchanted items in the village. But who could it be and why have they… Continue reading The Misadventures of Hobart Hucklebuck Blog Tour

Book Twenty-Six of 2014: FAIRY GODMOTHERS ARE FOR WIMPS by Laurel Veil

April 15, 2014 CasiaPickering

Once upon a time, there was nothing magical about the life of Haley Elizabeth. When she wasn't procrastinating or hanging out with her best friend Sara, she was making "so-so" grades at Spring Hills Middle School-unlike her brainy, cheerleading, musically talented sister Hannah.But now things have turned around for Haley, since she's made the acquaintance… Continue reading Book Twenty-Six of 2014: FAIRY GODMOTHERS ARE FOR WIMPS by Laurel Veil

Book Eight of 2013: THE SECRET GARDEN by Frances Hodgson Burnett

January 22, 2013 CasiaPickering

Mistress Mary is quite contrary until she helps her garden grow. Along the way, she manages to cure her sickly cousin Colin, who is every bit as imperious as she. These two are sullen little peas in a pod, closed up in a gloomy old manor on the Yorkshire moors of England, until a locked-up… Continue reading Book Eight of 2013: THE SECRET GARDEN by Frances Hodgson Burnett