July was a month of momentum, with stories gaining visibility and connecting with readers in new ways. Through features and reviews, authors continued to build their presence and reach wider audiences. Together, let’s celebrate those highlights and the success behind them!
These moments go beyond milestones. They show stories finding the right readers and making a real connection. Each feature and review adds to that journey, helping a book grow and reach even further.
Publicity
Recently featured in a Patch article, author Martin Jarvis shines a light on one of those overlooked stories through his novel The Other Bach: The Mysterious Magdalena Wilcke. The book revisits Magdalena Wilcke, Johann Sebastian Bach’s second wife, reimagining her not just as a supporting figure, but as a skilled musician who may have played a far greater role than history suggests.
Blending research with imagination, Jarvis explores the gaps in history—reminding us that some stories are still waiting to be fully heard.
Featured in KidlioMag’s July issue, Millian Lloyd Jones shares the heart behind Milli and Max: An ABC Adventure Under the Sea—a story shaped by her deep connection to the ocean.
Born in Fiji and now based in Australia, Millian draws from her island roots to create a world where two young sea turtles, Milli and Max, guide readers through an underwater alphabet adventure. Along the way, children meet a colourful cast of sea creatures, brought to life through playful storytelling and vibrant imagery.
At its core, the book is more than just an ABC journey. It’s a reflection of Millian’s love for the sea and her hope to inspire young readers to appreciate and care for the life within it.
Review
Earning a five-star review from Reader Views, Me, Mom & the Monster: Our Dance Through Huntington’s Disease by Corinne Brown offers a raw and intimate look at a daughter’s experience supporting her mother through illness.
Balancing grief with moments of tenderness, the memoir highlights the strength of their bond and the resilience it takes to face something so life-altering.
It’s a history continually written in the present moment. At the same time, it’s a memoir of supreme courage, extraordinary devotion, and overwhelming love.
-Reader Views Book Review
Featured in a Kiddable book review, Wanda the Witch and the Broom That Went Zoom! by Dana Ginnett brings young readers into a whimsical world filled with magic, imagination, and heart.
The story follows Wanda Wayble, a talented witch fashion designer who learns that embracing her unique qualities is what makes her truly special. Through Wanda’s journey, readers discover an uplifting message about appreciating their talents, accepting imperfections, and believing in themselves.
Ginnett’s rhyming text flows smoothly and is well-suited for read-aloud sessions, while the colorful cast of witches, magical mishaps, and playful details keep the pages engaging.
-Kiddable Book Review
