Fantasy
Tween
The Insider’s Guide to Circus Mirandus: 8 Attractions You Won’t Want to Miss
Author Cassie Beasley takes us inside the tents, magic, and mysteries of Circus Mirandus.
Growing Reader
Tween
3 Epic Comic Books You and Your Kid Can Read Together
The folks at GeekDad bring us some awesome comic books featuring epic heroes, great plots, and fun literary references.
All Ages
Seeing Double: Kids' Books for and Featuring Twins
While no one story defines the twin experience, there are some great children’s books that feature twins. Here are suggestions for all reading levels.
Tween
10 Classics for Kids (That They’ll Actually Enjoy Reading)
The eleven classics listed here all share an important characteristic: they’re interesting to real readers!
Teen
5 Genius Audiobooks for Proudly Geeky Teens
If you have a fanboy or fangirl at home who'd love listening to something smart and cool, here are five awesome audiobooks definitely worth their attention.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Magical Thinking: Folktales, Fairy Tales, and Fables from Around the World
For all of you who still wish, on occasion, for a magic wand, a noble quest, or a royal crown, here are a few family faves beyond Grimm, all with an international flair.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
6 Fantastic Kids Books by Authors Who Usually Write for Adults
Here are six excellent children’s books – written for kids of various ages – that all come from authors best known for their grown-up offerings.
Grown-Up Reads
6 Totally Engrossing YA Audiobooks to Make a Long Commute Fly By
If you’re a grown-up who loves hearing engrossing stories — the kind that make a long commute melt away — look no further than these six YA audiobooks.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Reality Is Overrated: 5 Completely Insane Books You Should Read with Your Kid
Here are some of my favorite books for young readers where science and fantasy lose their minds and the odd and outlandish soar to weird new heights.
Tween
Summer 2015 Preview: The Best Books for 9- to 12-Year-Olds
If your kids complain they don’t have anything to read this summer, hand them one of these twelve amazing stories handpicked for kids from nine to twelve.
Grown-Up Reads
Not Just for Kids: 5 YA Novels Adults Will Love
These young adult novels are just the kind of quality escapes that make grown-up life feel a little less…grown up.
Tween
Teen
Best Books for Boys with Strong Female Characters
I don’t think there are “boys’ books” or “girls’ books.” My hope is simply to provide parents of boys who like more traditionally masculine books with some options that include strong, interesting female characters.