On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness: The Graphic Novel: The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1 by Andrew Peterson illustrated by Alessia Trunfio

 

On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness: The Graphic Novel: The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1 by Andrew Peterson illustrated by  Alessia Trunfio is a wonderful graphic novel.  The graphic novel  retells the original story by  bringing it to life in a new way.  The illustrations are stunning, engaging, and highlight different parts of the original story.   The book is perfect for readers 8-12 and anyone who loved the original book and readers  who enjoy a graphic novel format. 

We love On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness: The Graphic Novel: The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1 by Andrew Peterson illustrated by Alessia Trunfio and have added it to our Andrew Peterson collection. The graphic novel is a great addition to the Wingfeather saga.   I very highly recommend with the blessing of my children.  

I was gifted a copy and not required to write a positive review.  

 Andrew Peterson is a singer-songwriter, author, and founder of the Rabbit Room. Andrew has released more than ten records over the past twenty years, earning him a reputation for songs that connect with his listeners in ways equally powerful, poetic, and intimate. 

As an author, Andrew’s books include the four volumes of the award-winning Wingfeather Saga, which have sold more than a million copies, along with his creative memoirs, Adorning the Dark, and The God of the Garden. He’s also an executive producer of the Wingfeather Saga Animated Series, which is currently in production on its fifth season with Angel Studios. In 2008, Andrew co-founded the Rabbit Room, a nonprofit organization based in Nashville, Tennessee that nourishes Christ-centered communities by cultivating and curating stories, art, and music.  

The Sherlock Society #3 Art Attack by James Ponti read by Mark Sanderlin

The Sherlock Society #3 Art Attack by James Ponti read by Mark Sanderlin is a mystery series aimed at readers ages 8-12, but for full disclosure as an adult I was still very invested in this story. The Sherlock society is a group of young detectives and their grandfather. Together the team solves the mystery of who is Funky Monkey, a graffiti artist, in Miami, Florida. There are twists and turns in this very engaging book. You have to love a story with a grandfather who use to be a reporter, some retired FBI members, a lawyer mom, and is filled with humor.

The Sherlock Society #3 Art Attack by James Ponti and read by Mark Sanderlin was so engaging and the narrator did a fantastic job. The pacing, character distinction, and flow of the book was wonderful. My son and I listened to the audio in the car and we looked forward to all opportunities to listen. The audio is appropriate for ages eight and up and this can definitely be a whole family listening experience.

What I loved as a parent about this series was that the characters valued family, were respectful to each other, and the characters had integrity. I very highly recommend The Sherlock Society #3 Art Attack by James Ponti read by Mark Sanderlin. This will be a 2026 favorite for me.

I was gifted an ALC and not required to write a positive review.

James Ponti is the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author of four Middle Grade book series, including City Spies and The Sherlock Society. His novels have been named to more than seventy state award lists, translated into sixteen languages, and sold over one million copies. City Spies has been optioned by Amazon MGM Studios for development as a film franchise. He’s a two-time Edgar Award-nominee, winning in 2018 for Vanished!​​

James was born in Italy and grew up in Atlantic Beach, Florida, where he could usually be found on the beach, at the movies, or playing sports. Despite being a reluctant reader, he decided to become a writer in the fifth grade. ​

A graduate of the University of Southern California’s film school, he spent thirty years working in television, first as a scriptwriter for Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, and PBS; and then as a writer/producer for History Channel, Spike TV, Golf Channel, and NBC Sports. He wrote, produced, and co-directed the Emmy-nominated documentary 27 Years: The Exoneration of Valentino Dixon. 

He loves to travel with his family and visit museums, historic landmarks, major league baseball parks, and, most of all, bookstores. He lives in Orlando, Florida.

What If the World Is a Letter? by Hilary Echols illustrated by Ha Ngoc Vu

 What If the World Is a Letter? by Hilary Echols illustrated byHa Ngoc Vu is a stunning picture book for children four to eight.  The delightful pictures jump from page and are beautiful, peaceful, and engaging to the reader.  The story is warm and inviting as it reminds children that God is Love and He created the world to remind them of that. 

The book is the perfect read aloud.  One side of the double page shares about the amazing world we live in and the other page says “You are Known. Youa are treasured. You are Loved.”  I appreciate how the story encourages children to repeat the statement as they become more familiar with the text.

 This is such a visually beautiful book with engaging text that children will want to have read to them over and over again.   A perfect gift for any young child.  I very highly recommend What if the World is a Letter?

I was gifted a copy and not required to write a positive review. 

Grow Wild, My Child by Ainsley Arment illustrated by Bianca Pozzi

Grow Wild, My Child by Ainsley Arment illustrated by Bianca Pozzi is a delightful children’s book for ages 4-8 The story encourages children to embrace life by being outdoors, engaging in imaginative play, and becoming independent learners. 

The pictures are truly stunning, engaging, and made the story come to life. The end sheets added beauty to the book with pictures of animals and plants. This is a story that parents will want to read over and over to their child. 

The story has a beautiful cadence, incredible pictures and has a message that will resonate with children and adults. I highly recommend this stunning book. 

I was gifted a copy and not required to write a positive review.