What Readers Are Saying!

MILES & LEE AND THE GHOSTS FROM THE LIGHTHOUSE/MILES & LEE Y LOS FANTASMAS DEL FARO

"Great storytelling and comic Illustrations. I love that the cast is presented with their live counterparts recognition. Also the way that the story starts out with what seems to be children in make-believe that is quickly reality. Just like my life!! lol. The boys are brave, but also, they must know that the Ghosts only real power is to project fear, and thus, no need to be afraid. My policy always!"

"Looking for a book that will captivate a young mind? Look no further! This book expertly balances thrilling escapades with moments of quiet beauty, ensuring an exciting and enriching reading experience. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and the special bond between family members. This story is a whirlwind adventure with a plot so intriguing that the pace never lets up, keeping readers hooked from beginning to end. Brimming with action and artistry, it’s a book that will undoubtedly appeal to any curious child.”

“The wonderful Miles & Lee series from Grandmother/Grandson writing team Maria Retana and Miles Last has published its first graphic novel! The newest chapter in the Miles and Lee series, Miles & Lee and the Ghosts from the Lighthouse, is a fun bilingual story about two brothers and their dragons (Golden and Silvery) who come to the Pacific Northwest’s St. George Reef Lighthouse to battle some ghosts haunting the area. This is made trickier by the fact the ghosts all have different powers. With fantasy, mystery, and beautiful illustrations, this is a very fun story to read to the kids in your life."

"Miles & Lee and the Ghosts from the Lighthouse is a heartwarming and thrilling comic that will captivate readers of all ages and bring joy to their hearts and minds. These two adventurous brothers are about to take you on a wild ride filled with magic, fun, and a daring rescue mission. With their boundless energy and quick thinking, Miles and Lee prove that heroes come in all sizes." "

I have not read the other books in the series -but love this one! Good for sci-fi and adventure fans. A fun read for kid graphic novel lovers."

MILES & LEE SAVE THE MONARCH BUTTERFLIES/MILES & LEE SALVAN LAS MARIPOSAS MONARCAS

"Miles & Lee Save the Monarch Butterflies/Miles & Lee Salvan las mariposas monarcas is a thrilling and heartwarming tale that will captivate young readers aged 9-12, inspiring them with its message of environmental justice, teamwork, and the power of imagination to make a difference in the world."

 

"Miles & Lee Save the Monarch Butterflies is a charming bilingual adventure that blends fantasy, environmental awareness, and a touch of magic. Following two brave brothers, Miles and Lee, along with their dragon companions, this story takes readers from their grandparents' garden to the forests of Mexico on a daring mission to save the monarch butterflies. With fairies, dragons, and an important message about conservation, the book is both fun and meaningful. I loved how it combined real-world issues with fantasy elements—it made me feel like I was part of the adventure while also learning something important."

"This is a terrific book with an important message for not just children, but adults! Miles, and his younger brother, Lee, set off on a magical journey, along with friendly dragons and fairies, to help save the Monarch Butterflies from danger. Written in both English and Spanish, this book has beautiful illustrations throughout and shares information about environmental consciousness and how our actions can positively or negatively affect beautiful creatures in our world."

"Two curious boys, Miles and his younger brother Lee, go on an adventure to save Monarch butterflies from danger. Mixing education with fantasy, the authors have woven a tale that will captivate the imagination of young children while teaching them about the environmental impact logging has on Monarch butterflies. Beautifully written and illustrated. I would highly recommend this book for gift giving and classroom libraries!"

MILES & LEE IN THE MEDIEVAL CASTLE/MILES & LEE EN EL CASTILLO MEDIEVAL

"Miles and Lee in the Medieval Castle (Miles & Lee Series Book 3) by Maria Retana is a magical medieval adventure to a castle. The illustrations of the story are exceptionally detailed, capturing every detail. Imagine the excitement of riding a magical, colorful unicorn to a medieval castle, where you can explore the entire castle, including the dungeon, without apprehension. You must read to see where the unicorn came from. This adventure is exciting with fear of whether the brothers, Miles and Lee, will get caught in the castle and thrown in the dungeon or will they be able to explore the entire castle. Both English and Spanish versions of the story are available. The boys had just built their own medieval castle for a school project before going on their magical ride. This adventure will do wonders for them in their school project. Children 9 to 12 will love this book."

"A delightful immersion into medieval times, this book is fun and informative. The adventure follows Miles and Lee through their day touring the castle, observing the servants and workers. Maria Retana brings imagination coupled with educational facts into her children’s books. Salva Ferrando’s illustrations are beautiful. This book is a whimsical and fun read."

MILES & LEE  SPACE EXPLORERS/MILES & LEE EXPLORADORES DEL ESPACIO

"I bought this book last year & my son was a little young. Now he's almost four & likes the story as well as pictures and facts about space. My youngest is 18 months & likes the pics & being read to even though the story is over her head. A nice way to integrate Spanish into their lives."

"Wonderful story. The book is well written and beautifully illustrated. The story is adventurous and a neat way to introduce your child to space travel and a bond two siblings can share."

"This is a beautiful children’s book about how two brothers receive gifts for Christmas that intrigued them about space travel. They also receive a toy rocket ship and two plastic planets one of Saturn and one of Neptune. Both of them have rings. Very intrigued by the rings. Miles falls asleep and has a dream that he and his brother found a magic button on their toy spaceship that made it full-size and capable of taking them to Saturn and Neptune. Which, in his dream they went to, and then returned."

"This is a bilingual book which makes it a wonderful choice for a bilingual family, and makes the book very remarkable to either people who are English speakers or people with Spanish speakers."