One of our Round 1 judges this year in Easy Readers/Early Chapter Books is Kristi Bernard, who is well known around the Kidlitosphere as a longtime proponent of diversity in children’s books on her blog Kristi’s Book Nook. Last month she reviewed Easy Reader finalist The Infamous Ratsos by Kara LaReau, illustrated by Matt Myers. About the book, Kristi said:
“Author Kara LaReau has created a fun couple of characters in this hilarious read. Black and white illustrations found throughout these pages will make readers laugh out loud as they follow along.”