Today, on Hook of a Book, I review a listener request sent in from Claire—Fish in a Tree, by Lynda Mullaly Hunt! This is an excellent book that I have read over 7 times—I first heard of it in my fourth grade class, when my teacher read it to us. (Shout out to Ms. T!) I’m so excited to review it! Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Downstairs Girl, by Stacey Lee. This is an excellent YA (Young Adult) novel that I would definitely read again! Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, my first episode as a 13-year-old, I review Keep It Together, Keiko Carter, by Debbi Michiko Florence! I loved this book, and I think you will, too! Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Best at It, by Maulik Pancholy! This is an excellent book that entertained me for days. Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Barbara Dee’s newest novel, Violets are Blue! Email me: [email protected].

Books shouldn’t be banned, and that’s what this book is all about! Ban This Book, by Alan Gratz, tells the story of Amy Anne, a fourth grader brave enough to stand up for the right to read. It will bring out the activist in all of us! Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review an amazing novel-in-verse by Reem Faruqi—Unsettled! This book about finding yourself in a new country will forever be one of my favorites. It’s reminiscent of Other Words For Home, which I reviewed on an earlier episode. Email me: [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Five Things About Ava Andrews, by Margaret Dilloway. This is a wonderful book about a girl managing anxiety, a heart condition, and being an introvert whose best friend just moved away. I’d read it again any day! Email me: [email protected].

Hey! Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Recipe For Disaster, by Aimee Lucido! This is a great book about understanding your identity. Written in prose and verse, Recipe For Disaster is a book to be cherished! Email me at [email protected].

Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Barakah Beats, by Maleeha Siddiqui. This book is absolutely amazing! I fell in love with the main character, Nimra, and her journey. If you like music, or have ever been caught up in a web of lies, this is the book for you! Email me: [email protected].