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Brigham Young University calls Dragonfly Song “Excellent”

October 30th, 2018

“Rating: Excellent… This historic novel is set 4,000 years ago and is beautifully written in prose and verse. The style is easy to understand and eloquently adds to the captivating story, giving insight into Aissa’s thoughts and feelings. Author Wendy Orr does a wonderful job creating an enthralling plot for her readers to read.” Click […]

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Three Starred Reviews for Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr!

October 3rd, 2018

Booklist ★ Starred Review “As she faces the demands of sheer survival, Leira gradually realizes that the privileges afforded to her, thanks to her social status, are meaningless, and she starts taking on whatever unpleasant job she must to protect herself and her family. There are no miracles and no clear answers for Leira, but she learns […]

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Missing Mike "is a life-affirming, soul-soaring journey of love, loss, family, hope and the true definition of home" says Canadian Children's Book News

September 21st, 2018

“Award-winning author Shari Green has crafted an emotional and lyrically gripping tale capturing readers by the heart strings from page one with the unmistakable voice and keen observations of a young girl wise beyond her years. Indelible characters and realistic dialogue add depth, while short chapters and a free-verse format make for smooth transitions and […]

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Winnipeg Free Press calls Missing Mike “especially topical”

September 19th, 2018

“With the rash of wildfires that have threatened many communities this summer, B.C. author Shari Green’s middle-grade novel Missing Mike seems especially topical…. Green’s novel, written in blank verse, is full of dramatic images of the fire that engulfs the town, and helps emphasize the trauma wildfires can have not only on buildings but on the people […]

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CM Magazine calls Swallow's Dance "an epic tale for all ages"

September 17th, 2018

Cover: Swallow's Dance Author: Wendy Orr Publisher: Pajama Press

“Swallow’s Dance is a sweeping tale of courage, fortitude, hardship and perseverance against all odds. It is also a coming of age story, an intimate glimpse into the life of a young girl adjusting to puberty at a time when her family, friendships and her understanding of her place in the world are brutally torn apart. […]

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Youth Services Book Review gives a Starred Review

June 22nd, 2018

“Rating: 1-5 (5 is an excellent or a Starred review) 5… What did you like about the book?…Reading a book like this makes me SO GLAD I just made a dedicated #novelsinverse section in my library! I loved this book, especially Cara and Mike’s devotion to each other and the lyrical language throughout. I love how Mike is an “ugly dog” […]

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Missing Mike "showcas[es] author Shari Green's genuine flair for originality" says Midwest Book Review

June 6th, 2018

“Showcasing author Shari Green’s genuine flair for originality and narrative driven storytelling, Missing Mike will prove to be of extraordinary interest for children ages 9 to 12, making it an especially and unreservedly recommended addition to elementary school and community library Contemporary General Fiction collections for young readers.” Click here to read the full review

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