The Little Shop of Stories is an enchanting book nook, located right in the middle of the action and adventure. This is a fantastic place to set your imagination free!
We were excited to bring the mystery of the Begonia House to the Children's Stage at the festival. The panel Moderator, Elizabeth Lenhard, asked excellent questions, and we enjoyed sharing the stage with Anica Rissi, author of the Anna, Banana series.
This week we'll be taking you on a whirlwind storybook tour through the Decatur Book Festival. Stay tuned for highlights from our adventure Labor Day weekend.
Jessica Haight & Stephanie Robinson, authors of THE SECRET FILES OF FAIRDAY MORROW
Joshua and his friend,
Charlie, are having a great time sledding when an unexpected visitor shows up.
She's from the “other realm” and tells Joshua that Leandro sent her, and that he
must come back with her to save Apollo. Although they aren’t sure what to do,
Joshua and Charlie end up being transported back to the Lightning Road. It’s
been awhile since they were last there and now they have a new task at hand.
Artemis has their good friend, Apollo, locked in a cell. When they try to break
him out things take a turn for the worse. Now Charlie and Joshua have no idea
who to trust and how to get back home. There are dangers everywhere and people
are not free to go about their lives. Artemis is ruling and she's dead set on getting powers from the oracle, who she believes is Joshua. Will he
prove to be the oracle? Is there a way to save the slaves and humans trapped in
this realm? How will Joshua know who to trust and what to do? This book is filled with action and adventure, so you'll be turning those pages.
I was excited to read Joshua and the Arrow Realm after reading
the first book in the series, Joshua and the Lightning Roada couple years ago. I like that this was a continuation
of an exciting story, but that it could also be enjoyed on its own. Charlie is
a fun character. I loved his French phrases and nicknames for others. Joshua
is growing up and it was nice to see him feeling more confident, even if
he doesn't always realize it. I likethe new characters that were introduced,
and I hope to meet up with some of them again in the next book. The other realm
has a lot of interesting parts to it, and seeing the way the gods and
goddesses act is fascinating. This is a great book for kids in 4th grade and up
who love mythology and stories with lots of action. I read this in one day, so
it's full of page turning adventures- but there are sad parts too. I know
there will be more for Joshua to do, and I look forward to the next book in the
series.
Has anyone else read Joshua and the Arrow Realm? Or have you
read another book by Donna Galanti? We'd love to hear your thoughts!
Happy Reading!
~L
Read ourinterview with Donna Galanti to find out more about the story!
