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Children’s Series Are the Gifts That Keep Giving

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SHARK PARTY

by Nidhi Chanani ; illustrated by Nidhi Chanani ; color by Elizabeth Kramer

Glides along on a warm current of affirmation that princesses, despite their differences, are united in a love of adventure. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ESCAPE FROM MR. LEMONCELLO'S LIBRARY

by Chris Grabenstein ; illustrated by Douglas Holgate

A sure pleaser for veteran fans of the series and likely to bring in a flush of new ones to boot. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS

by Rick Riordan

An entry that renews and deepens fans’ love for the series: There is no higher praise for a sequel than this. Full review >

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