"It is rare to find the voice of such optimism regarding the possibility of dramatically improving the reading skills of students.... It is also rare to find a book that focuses on improving reading skills, acknowledging the critical role of libraries, both school and public, in accomplishing this task. This professional resource does both.... This book should be a required purchase for every professional collection in middle/junior high and high schools." (Voice of Youth Advocates, 8/01)

"Important and highly recommended." (Library Bookwatch, February 2003)