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Average rating: 4.5 · 30 ratings · 15 reviews · 2 distinct works • Similar authors

	Just Ask Elsie 4.56 avg rating — 16 ratings — expected publication 2026 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wizards in Space Literary Magazine Issue 3 (Wizards in Space, #3) by Olivia Dolphin (Editor), Amber Ruzic, Ana Perez-McKay 4.43 avg rating — 14 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Ari Koontz wants to read Spells to Mend Broken Hearts by Marissa Macy (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Ari Koontz rated a book it was amazing Roxie in Color by Diane Debrovner (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
As seventh grader Roxie navigates life in a new town where nobody knows her or her family, she has to make a lot of difficult choices about which parts of her life to share, whether she wants to fit in or stand out, and how to be vulnerable (and hone ...more
Jan 14, 2026 10:01PM · like · see review
Ari Koontz liked Rebecca Bendheim's review of Space for Saffron: "This book had me smiling SO HARD. As a former (and honestly current) disaster creator, I relate to Saffron’s impulsivity and know so many of my students will, too! I love all of Saffron’s family in this novel, from her awesome moms (can they adopt me" Read more of this review »
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Ari Koontz rated a book it was amazing Space for Saffron by Rie Neal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I received an advance copy from the author after much anticipation, and my goodness, this book did not disappoint! SPACE FOR SAFFRON is an adorable and earnest story of big change, big feelings, and big risks, as fifth grader Saffron looks for a plac ...more
Dec 20, 2025 03:21PM · like · see review
Ari Koontz is now following Rie Neal Author of The Astronomically Grand Plan (Astrid the Astro...
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Ari Koontz rated a book it was amazing How to Take a Risk by Rebecca Bendheim (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I was lucky enough to get an early sneak peek on this book (mostly by flat-out demanding it be put in my hands asap) and it is simply DELIGHTFUL! The perfect combination of voicey, compelling, sometimes-angsty, always-funny, gut-wrenching and heart-f ...more
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Ari Koontz rated a book it was amazing The House in Poplar Wood by K.E. Ormsbee (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Ari Koontz is now following Ali Terese Author of Free Period
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Ari Koontz wants to read Vote for the G.O.A.T. by Ali Terese (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Ari Koontz rated a book it was amazing Connecting Routes by Elayna Mae Darcy (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I've said it before and I'll say it again: this book is so. freaking. delightful! Who knew that public transit would become the perfect inspiration and vehicle (get it) for glorious poetry that captures everyday magic, queer joy, and finding one's wa ...more
Jul 28, 2025 09:46AM · 1 like · like · see review