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January 4, 2011 by Betsy Bird

What Shall I Review? Readers’ Choice 2010

January 4, 2011 by Betsy Bird   216 comments

Hear ye, hear ye!  I give you, my readers, until midnight tonight (12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time) to vote in the comments on this post on the one last 2010 book I review.  Just list the title you prefer.  At the stroke of midnight tonight (Tuesday) I will close down the comments and whatever has the most write-ins wins.  Easy peasy.  I’ve done this kind of thing with fancy online polls in the past, but my energy has significantly decreased as of late.

Please note that these are not all the books I read in 2010 and haven’t reviewed.  Just the ones of which I might have something interesting to say.

They are thrown here in an indiscriminate pile, regardless of subject matter or genre, solely in order by the author’s last name.  I don’t usually review YA, but in this particular case I can make an exception. So what say you, readers?  Tell me what amongst these books is the most worthy.

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THE 2010 UNREVIEWED

Forge by Laurie Halse Anderson

House of Dolls by Francesca Lia Block

The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honey Bee Catastrophe by Loree Griffin Burns

Tower of Treasure by Scott Chantler

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle, adapted by Ian Edginton, illustrated by I.N.J. Culbard

Falling In by Frances O’Roark Dowell

Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper

Salem Brownstone: All Along the Watchtowers by John Harris Dunning

The Other Half of My Heart by Sundee T. Frazier

Once by Morris Gleitzman

Sophie Simon Solves Them All by Lisa Graff

The Call (The Magnificent Twelve, #1) by Michael Grant

Boom! by Mark Haddon

Black Pioneers: Home is With Our Family by Joyce Hansen

Babymouse #13: Cupcake Tycoon by Jennifer L. Holm, illustrated by Matthew Holm

Griff Carver, Hallway Patrol by Jim Krieg

Gandhi: His Life, His Struggles, His Words by Elisabeth de Lambilly

Archvillan by Barry Lyga

The Death-Defying Pepper Roux by Geraldine McCaughrean

Benjamin Franklinstein Lives by Matthew McElligott

Claude Monet: The Painter Who Stopped the Trains by P.I. Maltbie

Windblowne by Stephen Messer

Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World’s Strangest Parrot by Sy Montgomery, photography by Nic Bishop

The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester by Barbara O’Connor

A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story by Linda Sue Park

As Easy As Falling Off the Face of the Earth by Lynne Rae Perkins

The Adventures of Ook an Gluk, Kung-Fu Cavemen from the Future by Dav Pilkey

I Shall Wear Midnight by Terry Pratchett

The Cardturner by Louis Sachar

Crogan’s March by Chris Schweizer

Shooting Kabul by N.H. Senzai

Boys Without Names by Kashmira Sheth

Scrawl by Mark Shulman

Tall Tales by Thomas E. Sniegoski, illustrated by Jeff Smith

The Mourning Wars by Karen Steinmetz

The Good, the Bad, and the Barbie: A Doll’s History and Her Impact on Us by Tanya Lee Stone

Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan

Nothing by Janne Teller

Ghostopolis by Doug TenNapel

Night Owls, Vol. 1 by Peter Timothy

The Wish Stealers by Tracy Trivas

Kid Vs. Squid by Greg Van Eekhout

The Crowfield Curse by Pat Walsh

Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams

Twin Spica, Vol. 1 by Kou Yaginuma

Doodlebug: My Book in Drawing and Writing by Karen Romano Young

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Betsy Bird is currently the Collection Development Manager of the Evanston Public Library system and a former Materials Specialist for New York Public Library. She has served on Newbery, written for Horn Book, and has done other lovely little things that she'd love to tell you about but that she's sure you'd find more interesting to hear of in person. Her opinions are her own and do not reflect those of EPL, SLJ, or any of the other acronyms you might be able to name. Follow her on Twitter: @fuseeight.

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Betsy Bird is currently the Collection Development Manager of the Evanston Public Library system and a former Materials Specialist for New York Public Library. She has served on Newbery, written for Horn Book, and has done other lovely little things that she'd love to tell you about but that she's sure you'd find more interesting to hear of in person. Her opinions are her own and do not reflect those of EPL, SLJ, or any of the other acronyms you might be able to name. Follow her on Twitter: @fuseeight.

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  1. Hayley says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:13 am

    Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper

  2. Sarah-GreenBeanTeenQueen says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:23 am

    I vote for The Cardturner-I really want to know your thoughts on it!:)

  3. Alison says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:44 am

    I’m in love with As Easy As Falling Off the Face of the Earth (and everything else Lynne Rae Perkins wrote). My vote’s for that one.

  4. Colleen says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:54 am

    I’m going to say “The Good, the Bad and the Barbie” because I think you will find it really interesting. It’s rather crazy how this toy ended up being an accidental icon – I’m not sure what that says about us as a country but it’s certainly full of food for thought.

    Plus nonfiction is always awesome!

  5. Jenny Schwartzberg says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:55 am

    I’d love to see your review of the Night Owls, please!

  6. David Ziegler says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:22 am

    I vote for Griff Carver, Hallway Patrol. There can’t be enough reviews of humorous books,
    and it makes a five way tie for first place.

  7. Grier says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:23 am

    The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester, please.

  8. Mary Auxier says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:23 am

    A vote for Forge!

  9. Lenore says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:04 am

    The Cardturner!

  10. Andrea says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:55 am

    Palace Beautiful, just got this one from the library.

  11. Brenda Kahn says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:05 am

    You’ve got some interesting books up there. Just one? I will (for now) break the tie for David. Griff Carver was a hoot and I didn’t see too much written about it.

    bk

  12. Toby Speed says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:20 am

    I vote for As Easy as Falling Off the Face of the Earth, by Lynne Rae Perkins, or Windblowne, by Stephen Messer.

  13. Elizabeth Stegmayer says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:20 am

    The good, the bad, and the Barbie, please.

  14. Meghan says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:45 am

    Falling In by France O Roark Dowell. It didn’t live up to my expectations and I’d love to know what you think!

  15. RyanMCFC says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    Ghostopolis…

    His comics walk a fine line with me, but I’ve heard some really good things about this one. I feel like a thumbs up from you would push me over to the definitely read side of the line.

  16. Kate Messner says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honey Bee Catastrophe by Loree Griffin Burns – I adore this one and haven’t heard much from you on nonfiction for the middle grade crew so would love to hear your thoughts.

    • Elizabeth Bird says

      January 4, 2011 at 12:33 pm

      That makes (so far) for a three-way tie between Barbie, Griff, and Perkins. In the event of a tie, by the way, I’ll cast the deciding vote. I’d love to review any of these, though. It’d be tough to choose.

  17. Amanda says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    I would love to see the review of Out of My Mind. Can”t wait to see what you do!

  18. Jody Sparks says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    I’m with Lenore. I know it’s not on your list, but the Cardturner is wonderful. If I must pick from the list, I’d vote for Lynn Rae Perkins book.

    • Elizabeth Bird says

      January 4, 2011 at 12:45 pm

      Actually, Jody, The Cardturner is on my list. And garnering love at that. Interesting that the most votes are generally falling on the YA material, eh?

  19. Ed Spicer says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:42 pm

    Have you reviewed/seen I KNOW HERE by Laurel Croza and Matt James?

    If we may only use your list titles, I would suggest either of THE CROWFIELD CURSE or FALLING IN, both of which are excellent in a very strong year for fantasy.

  20. Shelf-employed says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    The Death-Defying Pepper Roux. I wish it had received more attention.

  21. Rosa says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    I Shall Wear Midnight– interested to hear your thoughts on the end of the Tiffany Aching series!

  22. John says

    January 4, 2011 at 12:54 pm

    Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper

  23. Melissa (Book Nut) says

    January 4, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    I’d love to see one on the Barbie book. The title sounds fascinating.

  24. Mara says

    January 4, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    Palace Beautiful!

  25. Angela K. says

    January 4, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    The Death-Defying Pepper Roux by Geraldine McCaughrean

  26. Kara says

    January 4, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    I loved Mark Shulman’s SCRAWL. It was honest and funny and original all at the same time. I’m very happy to see it on your list, because I really hope it will get its much-deserved attention. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this terrific debut novel.

  27. Jane Foxglove says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:03 pm

    I really love ” Under the Green Hill “by Laura Sullivan
    The story took me to a remote part of England, the adventure took me under the
    Green hill into the realm of Fairy’s and the challenge of the Midsummer Battle!
    The imagery and story kept me thrilled to the last page!

  28. Jim Murphy says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    Though I never really had or played with a Barbie (honest!) I’d love to see your review of THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE BARBIE. Plus, I think Colleen was on the mark when she said, “Plus nonfiction is always awesome!” Maybe Colleen should do a blog about the wide world of children’s nonfiction titles available; so many very good and valuable books never get the attention they deserve.

  29. Belle S. says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    I’d love to see Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan reviewed!

  30. Alys says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Out of my Mind

  31. Mary Ann Cappiello says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    I’d love to see your review of Shooting Kabul. I read it last spring as I was doing a focused reading of children’s and young adult books that dealt with the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq for a public radio interview, and I think it’s a really valuable snapshot of 2001 as we approach the 10th anniversary. Not enough people have talked about the book, and it’s fusion of the political and the personal.

  32. Jennifer in GA says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    As Easy As Falling Off the Face of the Earth by Lynne Rae Perkins

  33. Kate Coombs says

    January 4, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    I Shall Wear Midnight or The Crowfield Curse. (Can you tell I’m from the fantasy camp?)

  34. Jennifer Schultz says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:08 pm

    The Other Half of My Heart. I have a fondness for this book, and I’m sorry that it didn’t receive a lot of attention.

  35. Miriam says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    Hmmmm…. Cardturner.

  36. Brenda Ferber says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    Barbie please! Or Cardturner. Can I vote for both or have I just disqualified my vote?

  37. Ann Downer says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:43 pm

    Doodlebug!

  38. Andy DeLay says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:46 pm

    Please review Under the Green Hill by author Laura Sullivan.

  39. Karin von Rosen says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Doodlebug: My Book in Drawing and Writing !!!!
    by Karen Romano Young

  40. Crystal says

    January 4, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Ooodles of Doodles! Doodlebug!!

  41. Faye Hatcher says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  42. Eric Carpenter says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    The Death-Defying Pepper Roux …maybe you can explain the appeal of this one…It’s the only book i started but didn’t finish this year.

    Can we choose the first 2011 ARC you read/review as well?

  43. Mark Shulman says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Cardturner is next on my to-read list. I’d love to hear your take on it, Betsy.

  44. Doret says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Griff Carver, The Hallway Patrol. It’s very funny, with a little Black Noir mystery feel to it, middle grade style.

  45. Sharon says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    I would be interested in hearing your views on “The Crowfield Curse”.

  46. Léna Roy says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Doodlebug! We all love Doodlebug at my house!

  47. Lori says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    Out of My Mind

  48. Julia Ellison says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:33 pm

    I would like to hear your views on “Under the Green Hill” by Laura Sullivan

  49. GraceAnne_LadyHawk says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:34 pm

    I Shall Wear Midnight, because you deserve to read something so perfect.

  50. Nadine says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer – it was a great book!

  51. Susan says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    The Death-Defying Pepper Roux by Geraldine McCaughrean, please!

  52. Ottis Byrd says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    Windblown was the most unique book I have read in a long time. It went from action scene to action scene and I could not tell what was coming next. I liked being held in suspense. I cannot wait for the next book that Stephen Messer writes.

  53. Sharon says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan.

  54. Jaclyn says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:42 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan.

  55. John Bemis says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer gets my vote. The most inventive and exciting book I read in 2010!

  56. Debbie Duncan says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Another vote for Doodlebug!

  57. Nicole says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    Windblowne

    One of the best Children’s Novels I have read.

  58. Jennifer says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    Wow! Great list. Do I have to pick only one? How about WINDBLOWNE? Or CROWFIELD CURSE? OR SHOOTING KABUL?

  59. Karen says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:51 pm

    I vote for Windblowne.

  60. L-man says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    Doodlebug: My Book in Drawing and Writing by Karen Romano Young. This is a great book – innovative in thought and design.

  61. carolyn dooman says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    The Good, the Bad and the Barbie

  62. Lindsay says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Windblowne Rocks!

  63. Eleanora E. Tate says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    Hi Elizabeth,
    I’d like to vote for “Falling In” by Frances O’Roark. She’s a fabulous writer and I hope you’ll think so, too.

  64. Ms. Lauren says

    January 4, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    The Other Half of My Heart by Sundee T. Frazier

  65. Wendy Thomas says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:01 pm

    Doodlebug!!

  66. Dave says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:01 pm

    Please review Windblowne by Stephen Messer! This is a great story for kids of ALL ages!!

  67. Judy says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer

  68. Sam M-B says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer! (Runner up: Kid Vs. Squid by Greg Van Eekhout.)

  69. Sara says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:30 pm

    I vote for Stephen Messer’s WINDBLOWNE. I don’t review YA, either, but this one was a startling exception for its originality, multi-faceted content, and new approach to environmentalism.

  70. Kim Lanese says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    Windblowne, by Stephen Messer
    My students, my own children, and I really enjoyed this book!

  71. savvy says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer, definitely!

  72. Cat Moleski says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer

    • Elizabeth Bird says

      January 4, 2011 at 5:51 pm

      Fascinating! The Windblowne contingent is really pulling ahead.

      For those of you who mention more than one book, I must warn you that I’m only going to take the first one you mention. Be warned! Mwah-ha-ha!

  73. Kate says

    January 4, 2011 at 5:54 pm

    Windblowne please.

  74. Deborah Kovacs says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:00 pm

    Doodlebug, please!

  75. Teresa Fannin says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:06 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer. A unique, magical and awesome read.

  76. Kristen says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:10 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer!

  77. Bonnie Adamson says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:11 pm

    Add my vote for Windblowne–best first line ever. 🙂

  78. Percy says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:11 pm

    Windblowne – it’s every kid’s dream to fly!

  79. Maria Ross says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    Windblowne!

  80. Anjali says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    I thoroughly enjoyed WINDBLOWNE by Stephen Messer. Original and action-packed.

  81. Sara says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    Hi, Elizabeth: I guess WINDBLOWNE fans have the wind at their backs? (rim shot) But, really, as others have said, it’s not category YA, but a novel for all ages. Even curmudgeons who resist fantasy (like me) are charmed.

  82. Constance Lombardo says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    Windblowne! It’s on my to-read list and I’d love to read your review. Thanks!

  83. Aaron says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I thought windblowne was fantastic. My friends’ children enjoyed it as well.

  84. Enola says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer…

    Suspenseful enough for younger readers, quirky enough to hold the interest of the older ones…even the really older ones! Delightful!

  85. Marla Sullivan says

    January 4, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    I vote for Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan. I absolutely loved this book! The characters are so well developed and the folklore so interesting. I haven’t read some of the others mentioned on the list, but I certainly would recommend this one.

  86. Daniel says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    I really think it should be UNDER THE GREEN HILL by Laura Sullivan

  87. Joseph says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    Laura Sullivan’s Under the Green Hill

  88. Mrs. Mordecai says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams

  89. Sue says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    A vote for Windblowne by Stephen Messer!

  90. Merle Brandon says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    Review Windblowne as a favor to all who have not read it. Some books should not be overlooked and this is one of them. Merle B.

  91. Daniel says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    I think Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan should be chosen, It’s a great book for all ages, really enjoyed it, so did my little sister!

  92. Nancy Rose says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    Palace Beautiful because the language is so lovely

  93. appsbyaaron says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams

  94. Cindy says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    Out of My Mind.

  95. Susan says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    Palace Beautiful!

  96. Mary says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    Windblowne has my vote as well.A great read for me as an adult and a great read aloud for4th/5th graders!

  97. Genevieve says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    The Other Half of My Heart

  98. Kristin says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    Palace Beautiful. Because it’s quietly beautiful.

  99. Mary Lindsey says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Williams is a fabulous book.

  100. Ruth McNally Barshaw says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    Palace Beautiful, by Sarah Deford Williams — a brilliant newcomer, not enough reviews out there. 🙂 Famous writers get reviewed everywhere.

  101. Jess says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:41 pm

    Falling In.

  102. J. Anderson Coats says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams. Loved this one!

  103. sarah says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan, if you like your fairies.

  104. Sandra says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer, because in addition to being wildly creative and innovative, it’s about kite flying, something any child or anyone who remembers being a child, can relate too.

  105. Kathy Cowley says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Williams

  106. Maria says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:48 pm

    I agree with Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams. It’s lovely!

  107. K. Zuidema says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    Windblowne by Steven Messer. I would recommend this book in a heartbeat.

  108. H. Pinski says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:52 pm

    Palace Beautiful! One of my favorite reads of the year.

  109. Rebecca Petruck says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    WINDBLOWNE by Stephen Messer. It’s not only an original concept, it’s beautifully written, too!

  110. Kristin Venuti says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:55 pm

    Windblown by Stephen Messer – a fabulous book that deserves attention!

  111. rockinlibrarian says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:56 pm

    Kid vs Squid is one I’ve only heard of once and would like to hear more of…

    …but for the record, I think I’d most like to hear about Falling In, but since I’m probably going to read it myself later this week whether you review it or not, it’s not so important. Likewise I Shall Wear Midnight, which I’m going to BUY for myself whether or not you review it. Also want to hear more about this oft-raved-about Pepper Roux. But oh well. One book it shall be.

  112. J. Hendricks says

    January 4, 2011 at 7:56 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  113. Melinda says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:07 pm

    Palace Beautiful!!!

  114. Lauren S says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:11 pm

    Windblowne! Charming, imaginative, and fabulous!

  115. Siski says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams
    It’s wonderful!

  116. Rose says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    Palace Beautiful!

  117. Donna S says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Windblowne must be reviewed so everyone can benefit from it. Donna S.

  118. maureen wartski says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    ‘Windblowne’ by Stephen Messer has my vote.

  119. Terrie says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan

  120. Maryclaie Quine says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Doodlebug by Karen Romano Young. I wonder what you think of this one.

  121. Joan says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story by Linda Sue Park

    Park tends to surprise with her books. I vote for this one!

  122. Emily says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    UNDER THE GREEN HILL, please!

  123. Bob says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan

    Everyone should believe…

  124. Cynthia Levinson says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:40 pm

    Definitely PALACE BEAUTIFUL!

  125. Elma Gaasbeek says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer

  126. Peter Salomon says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    Palace Beautiful, definitely worth the read!!!

  127. Penny says

    January 4, 2011 at 8:55 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams.

  128. Joanne Fritz says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    Falling In, please.

  129. cola13 says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    Windblowne is my pick. My class of second graders loved it as much as me. I hope there will be a sequel.

  130. Jan LaCoste says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    I vote for ‘Under the Green Hill’ by Laura Sullivan

  131. Rui P. says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    Doodlebug: My Book in Drawing and Writing by Karen Romano Young!!!!!

    Great!!!

  132. Kat H. says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams

  133. Tabitha B says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:40 pm

    My teacher read Stephen Messer’s Windblowne to us last year and I loved it.

  134. Lisa Song says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    A Long Walk to Water…

  135. C.G. says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    Windblowne all the way!!!!!!!

  136. Yahong Chi says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    WINDBLOWNE oh most definitely.

  137. J. Maginnes says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    The sweet and magical Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams.

  138. Dratyne says

    January 4, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    I vote for ‘Windblowne’ by Stephen Messer.

  139. Daniel says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    Dear Elizabeth, I wanted to apologize for my multiple entries with Daniel but my computer was telling me they were not being posted. So please only count 1 I used the same email address so if you can only count one vote for my email address. Thank You! Good Luck to the other authors too!!!

  140. Josh says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:07 pm

    WINDBLOWNE by Stephen Messer

  141. Erin says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:08 pm

    Palace Beautiful!

  142. Antonie says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    I vote for Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan!

  143. FFG says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:16 pm

    Definitely – Palace Beautiful by Sarah Deford Williams

  144. Maggie says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:23 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messner – it such a fun and well written story!

  145. Niki says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:35 pm

    Windblowne!

  146. Amy says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:36 pm

    I would say Windblowne it seems that the passionate readers need more help in spreading the word at least based on the holdings in my library consortium.

  147. Hampton McRae says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:44 pm

    I think you should review “Under the Green Hill” by Laura L. Sullivan. It was a delightful read!

  148. Raegan says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    I VOTE FOR WINDBLOWNE!

  149. Natalie Dias Lorenzi says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:55 pm

    Palace Beautiful by Sarah Williams–we need more books out there like this one.

  150. Janci says

    January 4, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    Palace Beautiful!

  151. Matt says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    Ook & Gluk!

  152. Babs McGinnis says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:31 pm

    I vote for Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan — an amazing book with a deep mythic tone, intriguing characters and a rich, layered plot. It has an old-fashioned feel — and I mean that in the best possible way. Classic, I suppose, sounds better!

  153. Kevin says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:32 pm

    Doodlebug

  154. Ale Pineda says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  155. Jeannie says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:40 pm

    Do we only get one vote? I just read Palace Beautiful, and loved it, so that’s my vote, but if we get more than one vote, I would also like to see your reviews of Scrawl and Tall Tales. And thanks!

  156. Jo Hackl says

    January 4, 2011 at 11:52 pm

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer is absolutely wonderful!

  157. Mili Rapp says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:12 am

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer is fascinating, gripping and beautifully written. It interweaves so many

    traits in ways that only a masterful storyteller could accomplish.

  158. Peg V. says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:24 am

    Doodlebug!!! so creative and fun!

  159. Jennifer says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:25 am

    Palace Beautiful!

  160. Liz says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:29 am

    This is a hard choice, there are some great books listed here, but I will vote for Palace Beautiful.

  161. Billy says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:30 am

    Doodlebug of course!

  162. Margo C says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:38 am

    Windblowne, please!

  163. Elson says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:39 am

    I’d like to see Windblowne reviewed.

  164. C.n.g. says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:43 am

    Windblowne by stephen messer

  165. Bailey P. says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:50 am

    Windblowne looks interesting.

  166. Edie says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:57 am

    Windblowne. Definitely!

  167. Tabitha B says

    January 5, 2011 at 12:57 am

    My teacher read Stephen Messer’s Windblowne to our class and I loved it!

  168. Jenny Milchman says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:02 am

    WINDBLOWNE by Stephen Messer. An utterly unique read–in any age group!

  169. Gerard says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:02 am

    Windblowne by Stephen Messe. X3

  170. Andrea says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:02 am

    Windblowne. Bought it for my son and we both love it!

  171. Mel says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:04 am

    *Messer (For ‘Gerard’ who typed Messe… I’m assuming on accident) Windblowne by Stephen Messer. ^_^

  172. Laura Renegar says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:13 am

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer please. : )

  173. Elaine says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:18 am

    Windblowne!!! It is awesome!

  174. Ann says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:27 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura L. Sullivan would be an excellent choice!!

  175. Sue says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:47 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan…great choice!!!!

  176. Jen says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:47 am

    Palace Beautiful, absolutely. The writing is fabulous and it unfolds a wonderful story.

  177. Julie says

    January 5, 2011 at 1:55 am

    Under The Green Hill by Laura Sullivan is an excellent story!

  178. Carol Baldwin says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:04 am

    Please review WIndblowne. I’ve heard great things about it!

  179. dan angress says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:05 am

    Windblowne is fantastic and my pick

  180. Megan Germano says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:08 am

    The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester by Barbara O’Connor

  181. Shannon says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:25 am

    NOTHING! (That is, please review the book NOTHING. I do want you to review something). It looks majorly depressing. Perhaps you can find some pep in it…

  182. Tyler Wilson says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:43 am

    Palace beautiful by Sarah DeFord Williams.

    I know a few boys, and older men like myself, who read it after our daughters were done with it. It a good book with excellent writing

  183. Elizabeth says

    January 5, 2011 at 2:57 am

    Boys without Names by Kashmira Sheth. Not only is it a great story and beautifully written, but it also addresses a serious topic.

  184. Mary S. says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:09 am

    I enjoyed Windblowne and would be interested in hearing what you thought of it.

  185. Elisa says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:14 am

    Under the green Hill by Laura Sullivan…..it was amazing!!

  186. Juan Guerra says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:14 am

    I’d like to vote for Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  187. Alejandra says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:15 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan, it was amazing!!!

  188. Ian says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:18 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan, it was amazing!!!

  189. allan says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:20 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  190. Ann Eisenstein says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:25 am

    I vote for: Windblowne by Stephen Messer!

  191. Meg says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:26 am

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer

    Excellent! Couldn’t have been better.

  192. Marla E says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:28 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan -fabulous !!!

  193. Meredith says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:37 am

    Boys Without Names by Kashmira Sheth; such an important book!

  194. Rene says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:39 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  195. Danilo Lopez says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:40 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan great book!!

  196. Rosanne Lindsay says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:46 am

    Boys Without Names by Kashmira Sheth

  197. Steven says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:48 am

    Windblowne by Stephen Messer, please.

  198. Erin Broderick says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:49 am

    The Cardturner!

  199. Ashley says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:51 am

    Windblowne!

  200. Luis Pedro Leal Conde says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:56 am

    Under the Green Hill by Laura Sullivan, it was amazing!!!

  201. Martin says

    January 5, 2011 at 3:59 am

    I would like you to review Under The Green Hill by Laura Sullivan

  202. Jennifer W. says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:02 am

    Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester!

  203. Miriam says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:02 am

    Windblowne!

  204. laurel snyder says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:06 am

    I second… Windblowne!

  205. Pau says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:11 am

    Under the green hill!

  206. Ari says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:20 am

    Out of My Mind!

  207. Georgia says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:25 am

    Boys Without Names!

  208. Beth says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:32 am

    A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story

  209. Joy says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:34 am

    Under the Green Hill! What a message!

  210. Mia says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:36 am

    Falling In by Frances O’Roark Dowell

  211. Laurie says

    January 5, 2011 at 4:43 am

    Windblowne

  212. Mia says

    January 5, 2011 at 5:02 am

    Falling In

  213. a rivera says

    January 5, 2011 at 5:02 am

    under the green hill!!

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