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Put on your bow tie and pull up a comfy chair and get ready to read

October 2, 2018 by BlackRaven Leave a Comment

At first, I was not sure if I would like Giraffe Problems by Jory John. But because I usual do enjoy Lane Smith’s illustrations, I thought it would be something to attempt. The fact I was not sure I was going to like the book is the fact the story has been done before and there was nothing really fresh about it. However, while I am not “jumping up and down” over the story the ending is refreshing and comforting. The giraffe of the story […]

Filed Under: Children's, Comedy/Humor, Fiction Tagged With: Emotions & Feelings, Jory John, Lane Smith, Social Themes

Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back?

May 7, 2018 by BlackRaven Leave a Comment

Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back? text by Jory John and illustrations by Liz Climo had the potential to be the funny book of the year. Sadly, it only gets a small chuckle. At best. Once again, I dislike having to say I am sorry but I am not the reader for your work dear author and illustrator.   Elephant’s massive itch is one nobody can scratch until one friend finally knows how to help. However, how Elephant treats this friend is not funny. (Spoiler) […]

Filed Under: Children's, Fiction Tagged With: Jory John, liz climo

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