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Monday's Riddle put a little swing into the week, and the storm played on in Lizzy's review of St. Louis Armstrong Beach by Brenda Woods. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
What is your favorite instrument? Do you play?

We'd love to hear your thoughts! ~ DMS

Week theme: Clarinet 

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Mondays' Riddle was all about poetry, and we're big fans of it around this corner of the book block. Lizzy's review revealed the mysterious nature of the poem, and today we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
Is there a poem or poet you enjoy? Have you written any poetry? 

We'd love to hear your thoughts!

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Monday's Riddle was all about growing up, and Lizzy's review of Romeo Blue by Phoebe Stone took us on one young girl's journey into her life. Friday, Margo sprinkled in some nursery magic with The Velveteen Rabbit, and today, we want to hear from you!



The DMS wants to know: What is something that's had a profound impact on you growing up?

Week theme: Growing up! 

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Monday's Riddle was deep, and Fairday's review of Little Orchid's Sea Monster Trouble took us on an adventure into the sea with someone special. Friday, we were honored to chat with Gueh Yanting, Claudine, author of this unique children's story. Stop by the post for your chance to win an e-book copy of Little Orchid's Sea Monster Trouble! Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: What is your favorite sea creature?

Week theme: Cuttlefish 

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Monday's Riddle lured us to shore, and Lizzy's review of Aquamarine by Alice Hoffman introduced us to a stubborn mermaid. Friday, we were excited for the chance to chat with Marsha Hayles, and find out a little more about her unique story Breathing Room. Stop by the post for your chance to win a signed hardcover edition of this book! Today, we want to hear from you!


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What do you find enchanting about mermaids? Would you choose to be one if you you were given the opportunity? 

Week theme: ~ Mermaids ~

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Monday's Riddle was giant sized, and Lizzy's review of The BFG by Roald Dahl showed us a few interesting things about being really tall. Friday, a gypsy stopped by to take us on a trip to an elementary school with authors Jess Haight and Stephanie Robinson to find out more about the middle grade mystery The Secret Files of Fairday Morrow. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: Who is your favorite story giant?

Week theme: Giants! 

Have a magical day, dearies...

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Monday's Riddle was about the Big Apple, and Marcus's review of Nate Rocks the City by Karen Pokras Toz was a fun trip! Friday, Marcus teamed up with Nate Rockledge in the Nate Rocks Virtual Sketchbook, where we'll be featuring some really incredible adventures! Check out Nate Rocks the Bandits and ride off into the sunset. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS Wants to Know: Have you ever been to New York City? If so, what do you remember most about your visit? 

Week theme: NYC!

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Monday's Riddle let the mystery out of the box, and Lizzy's review of Floors by Patrick Carman took us into a fascinating hotel where clues are found in boxes. Thursday, the Character Book Club gathered together once more, and it was great to find out what Tomato and Pea had to say to Taylor Davis. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
What is the coolest thing you've ever pulled out of a box?

Week theme: Boxes 

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Großmutter mit drei Enkelkindern, signiert Waldmüller - Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller (1793-1835). 

Monday's Riddle reminded us how special grandmothers can be, and Lizzy's review of Midnight for Charlie Bone by Jenny Nimmo took us into an extraordinary school for kids with very special gifts. Friday, Margo enjoyed telling you about the children's picture book My New Granny by Elisabeth Steinkellner. Stop by the post and enter the book giveaway for your chance to win a hardcover edition of this unique story. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
What are three words that describe your grandmother?

Week theme: Grandmothers ♥

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Monday's Riddle was all about rules, and Lizzy's review of Rules by Cynthia Lord showed us a few interesting ones. Friday, it was so exciting to hear from Sharon Draper, author of the unique middle grade book Out of My Mind. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know:
If you could do away with one rule that you've been told to follow, what would it be?

Week theme: Rules 

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Monday's Riddle brought up machines, and Lizzy's review of The Homework Machine by Dan Gutman showed us a few of their attributes. Friday, we heard from F.T. Bradley about her exciting story Double Vision: Code Name 711. Stop by the post to enter for your chance to win a signed copy of this fun adventure. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
If you had to choose just one machine to use for the rest of your life, which one would you pick?

Week theme: Machines 

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Monday's Riddle gave us some time, and Lizzy's review of Running Out of Time by Margaret Peterson Haddix showed us what it's like not to have enough. Friday the Character Book Club gathered once more, and it was fun to find out what Tomato and Pea had to say to Taylor Davis. Today, we want to hear from you!


The DMS wants to know: 
If you could stop time, what would you want to do for as long as you wish?

Week theme: Time 

"Suns! Moons! Stars! Yes!... The angle of eternity." ~ Aughra 

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Monday's Riddle took us on a trip to Italy, and Lizzy's review of The Orphan of Ellis Island by Elvira Woodruff was a journey to a new land. Friday, it was awesome to chat with Nick Bruel. Fairday recently reviewed his book Bad Kitty: School Daze, and it was great to learn a little more about the story behind the story. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: Which country would you like to visit? Why? 

Week theme: Italy 

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Monday's Riddle caught us in Anansi's web, and Fairday's review of Anansi and Company: Retold Jamaican Tales was a spidery adventure. Friday, it was awesome to chat with Bish Denham about these sticky tales, and today, we want to hear from you!




The DMS wants to know: What myth or folk-tale resonates with you? Do you have any superstitions because of it?  

Week theme: Anansi the spider 

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Monday's Riddle talked of war and peace, and Lizzy's review of Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai was a journey into life. Friday on Margo's Musings, we spotlighted the unique story Martin's Big Words written by Doreen Rappaport and illustrated by Bryan Collier. Today, we want to hear from you!  

The DMS wants to know: What are some signs of peace and kindness that you've noticed on the horizon? How have they impacted you? 

Week theme: War and Peace 

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Monday's Riddle was a wrap, and Lizzy's review of Double Vision: Code Name 711 by F.T. Bradley was an action packed adventure. Friday, the Character Book Club gathered once again, and it was awesome to find out more about Kate and Hallo from The Deliverers series. There's still time to enter the book giveaway for The Romeo and Juliet Code by Phoebe Stone. Stop by the post for your chance to win a signed hardcover edition of this unique middle grade book. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: If you could have a magical coat, what powers would you want it to have? What would it look like? 

Week theme: Coats 

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Monday's Riddle let the cat out of the bag, and Fairday's review of Bad Kitty by Nick Bruel took us inside a school for wayward pets. Friday, it was wonderful to hear from Phoebe Stone. Lizzy recently reviewed her book The Romeo and Juliet Code, and it was great to learn a little more about the story.  Stop by the post to enter for your chance to win a signed hardcover copy of this unique book. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
What period of time in history would you want to visit?

Week theme: Cats!

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This week we rang in the new year by looking back at our favorite stories from 2013. We choose The Real Boy by Anne Ursu, Almost Home by Joan Bauer, Nate Rocks the School by Karen Pokras Toz, and The Klipfish Code by Mary Casanova. Friday, we were lucky enough for the chance to chat with Ms. Casanova and it was great to learn more about her story. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: What was your favorite story of 2013?

We told you ours. Now, let's hear yours!

Drift away with the wind in 2014 ✌ 

There's still time to enter our end of the year book giveaway! Stop by the post for your chance to to win a little luck. ; )

Giveaway ends Sunday, January 5th 
(Open to US and International) 



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Monday's Riddle set the scene, and Lizzy's review of The Romeo and Juliet Code by Phoebe Stone brought the characters to life. Friday, the Character Book Club gathered once more. We had fun chatting with Anna Green from Finding My Place, and it was excellent to hear from our friends over at The Deliverers! Today, we want to hear from you.

The DMS wants to know: What is your favorite love story? 

Week theme: Romeo and Juliet

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Monday's Riddle revealed a secret passage, and Lizzy's review of Order of the Crystal Lion: Book 2 in The Deliverers series by Gregory Slomba led us straight into a tunnel. Friday, Gregory Slomba came by to tell us about this excellent new adventure. Stop by the post and enter for your chance to win a signed copy of Order of the Crystal Lion- giveaway ends December 24th. Today, we want to hear from you!

The DMS wants to know: 
Have you ever discovered a secret passage or tunnel? 

Week theme: Secret Passageways 

Current Book Giveaways: giveaways end December 24th

Order of the Crystal Lion 

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