Reviews and Interviews
Praise for Closet of Dreams
“Libraries and adults looking for gentle stories of adventure, courage, and magic will find all these elements and more in Closet of Dreams, a story of team-building and friendship that engages young readers on various issues and understanding opposing forces in life.” —Midwest Book Review
“Ukra and MacMahon’s imaginative and inviting book . . . will feel unique and exciting to young readers. Straight A’s report card.” —BookLife Reviews
“A wise grandmother, unusual friends, and insightful dreams help a boy cope with being bullied . . . a charming mix of both the everyday and fantastical . . . Quirky, fun, and thoughtful . . .” —Kirkus Reviews
“The writing is exceptional, and I adore the blend of real-world issues and fantasy elements. Better still, while Gamma and Hilda and a whole natural and fantasy support system rally around, Child is the one who must overcome adversity. Child learns, grows, and finds encouragement, but Mark Ukra and Tara Mesalik MacMahon make sure that he uses his own agency to sort it out. At the end of the day, reality triumphs through action, which is an important theme. The book incorporates wonderful line sketch illustrations by Donna Dyer that breathe life into the story and are really beautifully executed. Overall, this is a home run and a solid start to what promises to be a good series.” —Readers' Favorite
“Closet of Dreams is a timeless tale reminiscent of a day when love could heal all wounds and hope abounded. Children will be entertained and parents can rest assured their child will gain a message worth receiving with this good-hearted early reader.” —Kim Beyer-Johnson, Writer for Disney and Hallmark
“As the father of eight children, I can tell you this is one fantastic-fun book. The characters speak loud!” —Woody Fraser, Creator of Good Morning America
“A nice story that shows a little kindness” —Log Cabin Library
