“What a whirlwind adventure it was to travel with Tess and Tyler on their creative and incredible journey.  As a teacher and a member of a school board for many years, I truly know that my students will not be able to put this trilogy down.  In addition to the exciting travelogue, these books are filled with so many teachable moments.”

• Ann Rhines

“Sam and I have been friends for many years and his many writing talents always amaze me, plays, scripts, even a musical.  So, I’m thrilled that he’s now writing children’s books with his partner, Phil Proctor.  I was an educator for over 35 years and I wish I had had this trilogy to read to my students.  The wonderland he and Phil created is spellbinding.  I love the way they have even included concepts like prime numbers, homonyms, and mythology into the many riddles that must be solved by the heroes.  I am so looking forward to reading these books with my grandson.”

• Roxanne Pallack

“I rank this book a 10 because it is a thrilling and interesting story about two normal people who are twins that discover a new world of imaginary creatures. I love the way they recognize that they need each other no matter what crazy thing happens. When you publish the book and maybe make the movie remember, I would love to be Tess!”

• Briani Perez (Age 12)

“I liked that Tyler and Tess had to work as a team to get out of the maze. I have a little sister and I like to think we would have done the same.”

• Bowen Campbell (Age 12)

“Tyler & Tess In The Magic Maze is an exhilarating adventure that transports you to another land.  I was able to escape in the story and join the characters as they made their way through the maze.  It was a-mazing!” 

• Dario Blandón-Davila  (Age 11)