What books are you looking forward to reading this month?
Author: Mary Downing Hahn
Age group: 10 - 12 years
Page count: 304 pages
Publisher: Clarion Books
Expected publication date: July 18th, 2017
Why I'm interested:
I want to learn more about the 1918 influenza pandemic without having to read a confusing Wikipedia page. Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres, and I'm intrigued to see how the author combines the history with the creepiness. The mystery should make the story more appealing!
Author: Alan Gratz
Age group: 9 - 12 years
Page count: 352 pages
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Expected publication date: July 25th, 2017
Why I'm interested:
Sounds like a very timely novel, while referencing to similar situations in the past. I'm intrigued to see how all of the POVs tie in. This book will teach important lessons, and also inform kids about big problems in the world.
Author: Kwame Alexander
Age group: 10 - 14 years
Page count: 464 pages
Publisher: Blink
Expected publication date: July 25th, 2017
Why I'm interested:
This book sounds like a touching story with a lot of character growth and inspiring lessons. I need to read more of poetic verse. I've heard a lot about Kwame Alexander's work, so I can't wait to dive into this one.