KidLit Anonymous

When two kids, Huggs and Tuckie, discover a time machine, they embark on a crazy adventure, running into historical figures, cavemen, disco parties, futuristic theme parks, and even themselves. Start in the middle of the book, then turn the pages to travel forwards and backwards in time. But can a book that starts in the middle really be good? See what KLA thinks in this super honest review.

Who knew that Suzanne Collins wrote another series???

Ok we knew...but it isn't nearly as popular as The Hunger Games. Does that mean it isn't as good? Or that the age groups who love The Hunger Games just think this book is too childish?

This time we discuss war, Suzanne Collins' influence on Nickelodeon, discrimination, the limits of using 'a chosen one' and 'a prophecy', and whether this book deserves a place at the renowned KitLit table (like the Round Table, but even better.)

Anna Sewell's book, Black Beauty, was one of the very first novels to introduce a story from the point of view of an animal. It's inspired hundreds of authors including some of our very favorites- but how does it stack up against more modern interpretations? Is a book meant to promote animal welfare, despite depicting downright brutal treatment of horses, meant for children? Is this more book or bible parable? Let us know what you think!

Finally, a book Brandon read when he was little! But how does it hold up to the nostalgia-tinted glasses?

We have animals, aliens, and teenagers so there's bound to be action and plenty of drama, but is this one of the darkest kidlit books we've ever read? Plus: how the reprint turned out, what animals Molly and Brandon would turn into if they had to fight the Yeerk army, and just how much does nostalgia affect one's opinion of a book?

How does one fit in when they only stand out?

This week we're discussing Wonder, one of the most renowned, most reviewed, and highest rated books we've ever seen. There are multiple spin-off books, calendars, a movie... but does it deserve it for simply featuring an underrepresented protagonist? Or is there something truly special about this book? The answer isn't necessarily obvious...

Our second world-renowned globally loved classic; but how does it compare to Secret Garden? And who enjoyed had more to say about this book? Molly or Brandon?

Join us as we discuss the importance of a good protagonist, who the actual main character of this book is, anime?! (yes, Brandon was very excited...), the death of a loved character, Anne based theme parks and...potatoes?

Looking for more fun Anne facts? Check this out!

https://www.cbc.ca/books/75-facts-you-might-not-know-about-anne-of-green-gables-and-author-lucy-maud-montgomery-1.4084431

Molly read this 10 times as a kid? But how does it stack up against adult sensibilities? What does Brandon think about reading yet another girly princess book?

This week we discuss the correlation between Ella Enchanted and Cinderella, what worked and didn't work, adorable romances, driven female characters, fairy tales and fairy curses, and some hilarious reviews.

This book is all about memories, so it's funny that, if you're anything like Molly and Brandon (and most young readers), you may only remember one specific twist. But as adults (or just really big kids...) we've discovered that the book holds other joys we've long forgotten.

Join us as we discuss one of the most beloved and most hated dystopian novels ever written.

Sorry for the delay! We've finally fixed our recording/editing issues and decided to try a shorter format, so let us know what you think in the comments!

What if animals could talk? What if plants were magic? Would we use plants and animals for war or just talking companions and miracle cures? This week we discuss the highs and lows (along with funny reviews) of Wing and Claw, by Linda Sue Park.

Thank you to Care of Magical Creatures for leaving a sweet review! You rock like Echo.

Hey Everyone! Sorry for the hiatus. We have been learning and researching how to improve the quality and content of our podcast! We think this format works way better! (Though sorry for thee strange word clipping, we're looking into that.)

This week we attend the Princess Academy. Brandon loved it, Molly, not so much, but why? Following a new format we kick off with our Yays and our Boos, discuss if we want to be princesses, whether songs dd to the setting or just slow down the book, and read our favorite good, bad, and funny reviews.