REVIEWS FOR MR. FIGGLETOES TOY EMPORIUM
Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' Comments
“Very enjoyable. The characters are great and the plot is perfect for this age group. Genuine fun and great characters. Although nothing can be perfect, this is pretty darn close. I love the story.”
Readers' Favorite
“Evans' plot is imaginative and thrilling. With a wicked witch, magic, and a mystery, children from the ages of eight and up will love this enchanting book.”
Midwest Book Reviews
“Mr. Figgletoes' Toy Emporium is very highly recommended for young readers looking for a tale of magic that evolves into something even more delightful, advocating for a kinder world.”
Fredric C. Hartman, Ph.D.
“As an adult, and a psychologist who treated many children between 8-12, I enjoyed reading this book immensely. It has suspense, unexpected twists, it is well-paced and is full of pathos and magic.”
REVIEWS FOR THE STONE OF INTEGRITY
Feathered Quill Book Reviews
“Quill says: Another perfect addition to The Centaur Chronicles that entertains from beginning to end.”
Diane Donovan, Midwest Book Reviews
“Thoroughly Absorbing!”
Cheryl E. Rodriquez for Readers' Favorite
“M.J. Evans is a Fabulous Storyteller!”
REVIEWS FOR THE STONE OF WISDOM
Feathered Quill Book Reviews
"Quill says: What a great ending to a wonderful series! I only regret that there will be no more “stones” to learn about, well done, the story kept me engaged throughout, there were no spots where I grew bored.”
Ray Simmons for Readers' Favorite
“This is good guys versus bad guys at its finest.”
Diane Donovan for Midwest Book Reviews
“Action-packed, riveting, and steeped in the atmosphere so carefully built in prior books in the series.”
Sarah Scheele for Readers' Favorite
“An impeccable YA fantasy read.”
REVIEWS FOR PERCY: THE RACEHORSE WHO DIDN'T LIKE TO RUN
Feathered Quill Book Reviews
“Great story with a great message. We need more books like this! Percy is a horse that young readers will easily identify with and be eager to see if he will ever find his way in the world. Nice design too.”
Donna Gielow McFarland for Readers' Favorite
“M.J. Evans has figured out how to write beyond a good story to reach out and touch hearts. Highly recommended for children of picture book age, whether horse lovers or not, whether disabled or not. Percy: The Racehorse Who Didn't Like to Run is an inspirational and a beautiful story to read aloud.”
Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite
“M.J. Evans' children's picture book, Percy: The Racehorse Who Didn't Like to Run, introduces the subject of therapeutic horsemanship to children in this inspiring story about a racehorse whose purpose was something he had yet to discover. When I opened up to the first page in this awesome book, I was totally blown away by Gaspar Sabater's impressive artwork. The windows of his snow-covered barn shine brightly out onto a bitterly cold and snowy scene, leading the reader to enter through those double doors and catch a first glimpse of that newborn colt.”
