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Praise

Accolades, awards and reviews.

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Book Honors

  • ★Penny · NSTA STEM Picture Book of the Year
  • ★Cece Loves Science · Georgia Book All Young Readers Should Read · Georgia Center for the Book
  • ★Theo TheSaurus · Georgia Book All Young Readers Should Read · Georgia Center for the Book
  • ★Libby Loves Science · School Library Journal starred review
  • ★Cece Loves Science · Good Housekeeping Best Books for Bedtime
  • ★Cece Loves Science · Amazon Best Book of the Month
  • ★Cece Loves Science & Adventure · Amazon Best Book of the Month
  • ★Vivi Loves Science · Amazon Best Book of the Month
  • ★Cece Loves Science · Barnes & Noble National Storytime Pick
  • ★Cece Loves Science · PBS Books to Inspire Your Young Scientist

Author Honors

  • ★Georgia Author of the Year · Picture Book Winner
  • ★Georgia Author of the Year · Nominee, Young Adult and Picture Books
  • ★SCBWI Crystal Kite Award · Multiple-year nominee

Indie & Reader Awards

  • ★IndieReader Discovery Award · Winner, YA
  • ★IPPY Awards · Silver Medal, Best YA Fiction
  • ★Readers’ Favorite · Bronze Medal, Best YA Thriller
  • ★USA Book News Best Book · YA Finalist
  • ★Kindle Book Reviews Best Indie Book of the Year · YA Nominee
  • ★Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award · YA Semi-Finalist
  • ★NetGalley · Top Ten YA, Most Requested Galley
  • ★Goodreads Independent Book Blogger Awards · Best Publishing Blog finalist
  • ★Wattpad · Over 2 million reads
  • ★Hypable · Holiday Read List
  • ★LitPick · On the Bright Side

Kids Book Reviews

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Cece Loves Science

“Derting and Johannes model the practical uses of STEM... their worthy message about girls embracing science.”
— Publishers Weekly
“A wonderful book for fans of Ada Twist; it is also perfect for a STEM read-aloud. The array of adept female characters are sure to become reader favorites, as will Einstein.”
— School Library Journal
“Smart girls, friendship, and fun: a winning combination.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“This endearing protagonist earns a place on the children’s STEM shelf. A good introduction to observation, data, and trying again.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“Cece is a smart and curious girl who loves to get to the bottom of all her complex questions... A fun way to introduce scientific methods.”
— Booklist
“It’s a good read for children, especially those interested in STEM.”
— The Houston Chronicle
“Inclusion at its finest, operating as a window into a world to which we can all aspire.”
— My Statesman
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Libby Loves Science

“Joining the ranks of strong girls in STEM [is] Libby... This book is a natural fit for classroom science units and home use.”
— Booklist
“A successful marriage of solid information and good fun, this book expresses a love for the topic that will encourage kids to follow their curiosity and develop their own appreciation for science.”
— School Library Journal, starred review
“Science lovers will be happy to continue collecting these titles... Sure to inspire real-life experimentation.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Vivi Loves Science

“The brightly colored images rival those of Dreamworks or Disney in cuteness and charm while also providing information... A nifty way to help young learners see the beach through the lens of science.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“A great pick for newly independent readers and an ideal companion to Cece Loves Science.”
— YA Books Central
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Theo TheSaurus and the Perfect Pet

“The theme of finding and sharing a common language adds a buff to the basic vocabulary building. Dinophiles and budding wordsmiths will be delighted.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Shine Like a Unicorn

“Embellished with rainbows, confetti, doughnuts, and joy, Frost’s buoyant art rises to Glitter Poop’s energy.”
— Kirkus Reviews

Teen Book Reviews

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Untraceable

“A dramatic entanglement of mystery, deception, and teen romance. The action flows like a brisk mountain stream interspersed with rapids, holding suspense to the last page.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“Will tug at and rip out your heart, yet cause you to fall in love with a new kind of hero who is vulnerable, unyielding in her convictions, and impossible to forget.”
— Suspense Magazine
“A suspense-filled mystery with surprises that keep you guessing all the way to the end. Untraceable is a thoroughly engrossing and riveting page-turner.”
— IndieReader
“Grace is... a modern-day Katniss.”
— Reel Life with Jane
“With wilderness survival, a juicy love triangle, and more twists and turns than a roller coaster, this fast-paced novel had me holding my breath until the very last page.”
— Kimberly Derting, author of The Body Finder
“Action-packed and very funny in some parts... There is a strong message of wildlife conservation.”
— Readers’ Favorite
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ReWired

“Delving into the world of underground hacking, REWIRED crackles with tension. I loved every cyber-second I was immersed in Ada’s world!”
— Kimberly Derting, author of The Body Finder
“Timely and terrifying, Johannes shows us just how easy it is to find a trapdoor into anyone’s life. I’m never getting on the internet again!”
— Romily Bernard, author of Find Me
“A tenderhearted, thought-provoking young adult thriller that makes you update your passwords and call your best friend.”
— Courtney Stevens, author of Faking Normal

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