I review some of my favorite children’s books as Dr. Toughlove, one of the protagonists in my first book, Jamal and Me. My column appears monthly in The Bay Times/Record-Observer, a local newspaper located in Queen Anne’s County, MD.

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  • Olivia Helps with Christmas by Ian Falconer

    Happy Holidays! Dr. Toughlove has selected Olivia Helps with Christmas for her December 2024 review. Enjoy! The holiday season has officially arrived, so Dr. Toughlove…

  • The All-Together Quilt by Lizzy Rockwell

    Happy November! You won’t want to miss reading about The All-Together Quilt by Lizzy Rockwell! With cooler temperatures approaching, Dr. Toughlove thought you might like…

  • Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio

    We are in the midst of election season! You won’t want to miss Dr. Toughlove’s review of Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio. Enjoy! Our…

  • The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming

    Happy Autumn! With fall right around the corner, Dr. Toughlove felt compelled to review The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming and illustrated by Nicola Slater.…

  • This Is A School by John Schu

    Happy August! Below is a review of This Is A School by John Schu. A great back to school selection! If you are interested in…

  • Nana in the Country by Lauren Castillo

    You won’t want to miss Dr. Toughlove’s July 2024 review of Nana in the Country by Lauren Castillo! Dr. Toughlove is excited to review a…

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