Book 3 of Dren’s Den. This couples have been called Dren goes to the big city. We get our first views of big city life, big city problems, and a strange cult. Lots of advancement and in an unexpected direction. That said, more powerful enemies, greater problems, and a longing for home. I am really…

Book 2 of the Dren’s Den series. This one is interesting as it closes most of the arcs thus far. That said our hero Dren has much more growing to do. Nonetheless his den is becoming stronger with a common thread of accepting people for who they are not what they look like or other…

Book 1 of the Daren’s Den series. This is an interesting kickoff to a series. I like the battles as they feel balanced. The progression is smooth and natural. His desire for progression does not feel forced. I like that we are following the same world logic as in other books, specifically his Tree Guardian…

Book 43 of the Goosebumps series. The ultimate game of tag. I liked this high spirited forest adventure. As a sister and her twin brothers try to make sense of a game they’ve suddenly joined, they have to find a way to tag a monster or the worst could happen. The twist fit well and…

Whether you are religious or not, acting when you feel inspired to reach out and connect or help others is universal. Even without the spiritual contact, we often talk ourselves out of doing good things because of fear or we can find a logical sounding reason not to. There are times where not following a…

This is a look at the rise of the tech giant and founder Jensen Huang. A lot of great insights that are not too dissimilar to other super successful CEOs similar to Steve Jobs and Elon Musk the work schedule alone as outlined in the book is 26/8. The dedication and ability to get others…

Book 38 of the Goosebumps series. I really liked this one. Perfect delivery with the touch of supernatural. I liked that this one really ended up on a happy note (I’m a sucker for a happy ending). This one focuses on ghosts and even with that is appropriate for the young Goosebumps readers.

Book 35 of the Goosebumps series. This one has a crazy fun twist that I did not see coming. Horror movie leading to a tour of the new theme park. Crazy things happen as everything gets too scary for the kids. Overall a quick fun one that fits strongly into the YA horror genre.

Book 4 of the Iron Tyrant series. Oh boy has the series kicked into high gear. Mateo is finally 18 and his path to becoming a sorcerer is opening up. I like the anything for the empire change to the post Star Wars, the empire is bad. Lots of growth and discovery and like we…

Book 3 of the Iron Tyrant series. This one is fast paced. WOW! We get to spend time with the barbarians. But not to worry, we also get to learn more about the Solomons and sorcery. We say goodbye to an old friend and see our share of battles, escapes, and losses. The twist in…