The character-driven story line is simple, yet there is a complexity in the wonderful sensory language. . . . This is a must-purchase for libraries with growing or solid collections of early reader chapter books.

School Library Journal

With funny characters and an engaging yet simple plotline, this will fly off the shelves.

School Library Journal on STINKY SPIKE THE PIRATE DOG

Stinky Spike's adventures will delight and engage children. The author's use of humor and Stinky Spike's love for the foulest smells make this book a real hit! This would definitely be a favorite for my 6 year old!

Kendra Hall-Kenyon, Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education, Brigham Young University

This imaginary rumpus is just right for beginners to successfully read and reread.

Kirkus Reviews on SEE ME RUN by Paul Meisel

Read & Bloom will be wildly popular. And I am very happy to see some new friendship books come along with the end of the Elephant and Piggie books.

Teri Lesesne, Professor of Library Science at Sam Houston State University

Funny and appealing, the Read & Bloom books will charm readers.

Linda M. Pavonetti, Ed.D., professor of Reading and Language Arts at Oakland University