(4) 4-6 Supernormal Sleuthing Service series. Illustrated by Glenn Thomas. When Stephen's father takes over his grandmother's job as chef at a NYC hotel serving an elite clientele of various "supernormals," Stephen learns he is part-fae. Some of his snooty mythical neighbors aren't exactly thrilled with him, and Stephen must clear his name when an important magical artifact goes missing. This entertaining series-starter's overly familiar premise and themes are nevertheless successfully executed.

Reviewer: Rita Soltan

(3) PS Illustrated by Glenn Thomas. Diminutive monster "Little Shaggy," fed up with being called little, throws a not-so-little temper tantrum. However, the shock of becoming an older brother makes him reconsider wanting to be big. His identity struggles and big emotions will resonate with many children. The illustrations depict a happy monster family that looks like the cast of Monsters, Inc.

Reviewer: Miriam Steinberg-Egeth

(2) 4-6 Illustrated by Glenn Thomas. In Victorian London, Jack enters a door beneath Big Ben and finds himself in an alternate city, populated by people and creatures who are at least partly mechanical. Jack has been lured there intentionally: the Lady of Londinium needs a new "son" (think the fairy queen in "Tam Lin"). The power of loyalty and friendship drives the story to a rousing conclusion.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2014