Book Reviews

New Releases Print & E-Books Audiobooks Audio Programs For Children
The Snail with the Right Heart By Maria Popova A story about uniqueness, gender, love, and the grandeur of the universe. Reverence
Osnat and Her Dove By Sigal Samuel Sumptuously illustrated tales from the life of a brilliant scholar. Vision
I Am Not a Label By Cerrie Burnell A dynamic collection of biographies that reminds each of us to shine our own light. Vision
This Way, Charlie By Caron Lewis A nuanced story about a friendship tested by life's storms. Kindness
The Fish Who Found the Sea By Alan Watts A parable about trusting ourselves to our true element. Questing
Literally By Patrick Skipworth A multicultural journey through the surprising origins of 12 English words. Wonder
Me and My Sister By Rose Robbins A sensitive introduction to getting along in spite of differences. Connections
Together We Grow By Susan Vaught A metaphor for how we can all benefit from being inclusive. Unity
Margaret's Night in St. Peter's By Jon M. Sweeney The further endearing adventures of the Pope's cat, this time on Christmas Eve. Questing
A Whale of a Mistake By Ioana Hobai The perils and potentials of a mistake swallowing you whole. You
We Are Water Protectors By Carole Lindstrom A vibrant reminder of water's sacredness and our responsibility to safeguard it from harm. Reverence
The Seed of Compassion By His Holiness The Dalai Lama An autobiography of the Dalai Lama's growth in compassion. Compassion
A Very Big Problem By Amy-Jill Levine, Sandy Eisenberg Sasso A heartening look at God's intervention when each part of creation vies to be loved most. Unity
Outside In By Deborah Underwood A warm, evocative reminder — essential during the pandemic — that we belong to the outdoors no matter where we are. Wonder
Freedom We Sing By Amyra Leon An exuberant, colorful, love-filled story that conveys the experience of embracing freedom. Questing
If We Were Gone By John Coy An exploration of how quickly plants and trees can reclaim a landscape in our absence. Transformation
Emily's Idea By Christine Evans How an inspired project like making multi-cultural paper-doll chains can spread around the world. Connections
Why Do We Cry? By Fran Pintadera Gentle and honest reassurance about the many reasons for tears. Compassion
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse By Charlie Mackesy Tender and timeless wisdom accompanied by poignantly beautiful ink and watercolor illustrations. Kindness
Things That Go Away By Beatrice Alemagna A funny, touching account of bubbles, tears, fears, and other things that transform. Transformation