Nothing Up My Sleeve but Pixie Dust:
How Working at Disneyland's Main Street Magic Shop Changed Everything
"Reading this book tapped right into my own feelings about the parks, the nostalgia, the experiences, and the cast members. Edwards's writing is magical; he was able to pull me in and place me right on Main Street. Building the world right around me."
—San Fransico Book Review
"I love how descriptive the author is. I have to admit, he is so descriptive that I almost had to skip over the spider story, with my fear of bugs. If you love Disneyland, this is definitely a must-read. 5 Stars!"
—Readers' Favorite
"Bruce interlaces a tale that is charming, informational, and, dare I say it, magical. He recounts his days at Disneyland with fondness and nostalgia. I actually didn't want to put the book down and wanted to continue reading it."
—Imaginerding.com
An Unacceptable Christmas
"An Unacceptable Christmas hooked me from its opening sentence. This charming book kept me interested throughout. Although the protagonist is 16, this is not a book only for adolescents. Readers of all ages will enjoy it."
—Readers' Favorite
"An Unacceptable Christmas is a uniquely inspiring tale that is told creatively and with heart. The secondary characters add depth and help carry the story to a satisfying conclusion."
—Big Al's Books and Pals
The Age of Amy: The Thumper Amendment
Book #2
"Edwards creates complex characters in this political adventure that transcends stereotypes. This book will be popular with those looking for a quirky love story with an exciting twist."
—School Library Journal
"Edwards has spun a wacky, satirical farce. Readers will appreciate Amy’s sharp wit and the overall comedy of political theater."
—Booklist
"[The Thumper Amendment] is a sometimes tongue-in-cheek story about teenagers getting the right to vote. The author has a wonderful wit. A young adult reader would do well to consider this book."
—Readers' Favorite
The Age of Amy: Channel '63
Book #3
"[Author Bruce Edwards] plops a fresh protagonist into a quirky setting to deliver a riotous young-adult adventure. It offers strange fun, a sympathetic teen narrator, and valuable life lessons, making it all around deserving of a wide audience."
—Foreword Reviews
"[Channel '63] is an entertaining and original story—funny and bright and a lot of fun. It's zany and delightful with some great references to the sixties."
—Readers' Favorite
"A wacky little novel."
—TeenReads.com
"The writing is engaging, the characters are complex and fun, and overall, the story is very enjoyable. Recommended to anyone who enjoys YA."
—IHeartReading.net
The Age of Amy: Behind the Fun Zone
Book #4
"A deftly crafted novel that demonstrates author Bruce Edwards' mastery of the young adult fiction genre. Behind the Fun Zone is an unfailingly entertaining read from beginning to end."
—Midwest Book Review
"I enjoyed the action and adventure in Behind the Fun Zone. Edwards gives the reader something to think about in this fantasy that points out the dangers inherent in technology. His specter of a commercially based totalitarianism is properly spooky."
—Readers' Favorite
"In addition to being a commentary about people's addiction to technology, Behind the Fun Zone also covers issues of privacy and conformity that are an issue for people today. It is a fun and breezy read, made all the more satisfying because it asks so many important questions."
—Self-Publishing Review
The Age of Amy: Mad Dogs and Makeovers
Book #5
"While Mad Dogs and Makeovers is a tale of fantasy, it's nevertheless grounded in reality. The character of Amy is spunky, determined, and highly likable. The book deals with the concept of doing something for the greater good of mankind, raising it head and shoulders above most in this genre. Definitely two thumbs up!"
—Readers' Favorite
"Creative, amusing, and written with harmless fun in mind"
—BookLife Prize in Fiction
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