Archive for the ‘Children’s books’ Category
A must for your holiday reading list ~ The Knights Before Christmas ~ Review and Giveaway
Posted: November 15, 2015 in Book Blast, Children's books, giveaways, reviewsTags: Author Joan Holub, giveaway, illustrated children's Christmas book, Mother Daughter Book Tours, The Knights Before Christmas
Mother Daughter Book Reviews is pleased to be coordinating a Book Blast for the newly released picture book, “The Knights Before Christmas” by Joan Holub (November 6 to 8, 2015).
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About The Book
Title: The Knights Before Christmas | Author: Joan Holub | Illustrator: Scott Magoon | Publication Date: September 8, 2015 | Publisher: Macmillan / Henry Holt | Pages: 32 | Recommended Ages: 4 to 8
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Goodreads | Indiebound | iBook | Kobo
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Book Description:
‘Twas December 24th, and three brave knights were just settling in for the night when out on the drawbridge, there arose such a clatter! The knights try everything to get rid of this unknown invader (Santa Claus!), a red and white knight with a fleet of dragons . . .
But nothing would stop
their white-whiskered foe.
No matter their efforts,
he just would not go!
This parody of Clement Clarke Moore’s well-known poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas is kid-friendly, clever, and just plain silly. Sure to become a holiday classic of a different kind!
My Review
You all know the poem “Twas The Night Before Christmas. I remember it from a very young age. My brothers and sisters and I used to like to make up our own words for the rhyming.That’s what Joan Holub has done.
Brave Knight, Polite Knight, and Silent Knight, three valiant young lads, must man the battlements, keeping the mysterious invader and his eight fierce dragons from entering the castle.
What a delightful story. The author got very creative with her telling. And she also had a fun little twist on the spirit of giving.
The book is large but not very thick. Easy for young readers to hold or for parents to read out loud to their kids.
The pages are thick and glossy with so many colorful, delightful scenes. And there’s plenty of silly comments to make you and your little ones giggle.
“Jingle bells.
Invader smells.
Jingle all the waaay…”
A new book to add to your holiday tradition, reading it over and over..
5 Stars
Sneak Peek
The Buzz About The Book
“There’s an excellent interplay between the amusing illustrations and the polished text, with lots of clever jokes for readers to discover in the art. These knights know how to keep the castle safe and the readers entertained”~ Kirkus Reviews
“A royal romp of holiday pratfalls and punnery. Yule love it!” ~ Tom Lichtenheld, bestselling illustrator of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site
“A royal delight of a book! Sure to become a favorite holiday read-aloud in every household throughout the land!” ~ Judy Schachner, creator of the bestselling Skippyjon Jones
“A great premise…Magoon’s illustrations are vibrant and fun…!” ~ Publishers Weekly
“This rousing, ridiculous medieval “Night Before Christmas” parody jingles with castle- and holiday wordplay. Cheeky digital illustrations brim with good cheer.” ~ Horn Book
About the Author: Joan Holub
Joan Holub is the author of 140+ books for children including the acclaimed picture books Little Red Writing, The Knights Before Christmas, and Mighty Dads, a New York Times bestseller. Joan co-authors (with Suzanne Williams) three series: Goddess Girls (ages 8-12, Greek mythology with a middle school twist), Grimmtastic Girls (for ages 8-12, fairy tale adventure with a middle school twist), and Heroes in Training (ages 6-11, Greek mythology adventure chapter books). Watch for her upcoming chapter book, What Was Woodstock?, and her board book, This Little President, both available in early 2016!
Website | Author Blog | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads
Facebook | Facebook (Goddess Girls) | Facebook (Grimmtastic Girls)
** Book Blast Giveaway **
Prize: One winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card or $25 PayPal cash prize, winner’s choice
Giveaway ends: November 19, 11:59 pm, 2015
Open to: Internationally
How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below.
Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author, Joan Holub and is hosted and managed by Renee from Mother Daughter Book Reviews. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send and email to Renee(at)MotherDaughterBookReviews(dot)com.
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A New Children’s Picture Book by Angela Muse ~ The Fox & The Snowman ~ Blast and Giveaway
Posted: November 2, 2015 in Book Blast, Children's books, giveawaysTags: Author Angela Muse, children's book, giveaway, The Fox & The Snowman
The Fox & The Snowman is a delightful children’s story by Angela Muse. Mother Daughter Book Reviews has coordinated the wonderful Book Blast for this new picture book.
Enjoy my post.
And don’t forget to enter the giveaway!
Title: The Fox and the Snowman | Author: Angela Muse | Illustrator: Helen Wu | Publication Date: October 5, 2015 | Publisher: 4EYESBOOKS | Pages: 28 | Recommended Ages: 0 to 8
Summary:
This is a story of a lone fox and his journey through a year of changing seasons. He discovers friendship and family in this colorful winter tale.
Also check out Lil Glimmer, The Nutt Family: An Acorny Adventure, The Pig Princess, The Bee Bully, Eager Eaglets: Birds of Play, Cactus Charlie, Suzy Snowflake, Monsters Have Mommies, The Christmas Owl, The Cat Who Lost His Meow, Caterpillar Shoes & Ten Thankful Turkeys by this author.
Grab a copy of the ebook, available for a limited time at the
introductory price of 99 cents! (Reg $2.99)
Amazon * Barnes & Noble * Kobo
iBooks * Createspace * Goodreads
Author Angela Muse
Angela Muse was born in California to a military family. This meant that she got used to being the “new kid” in school every couple of years. It was hard trying to make new friends, but Angela discovered she had a knack for writing. In high school Angela began writing poetry and song lyrics. Expressing herself through writing seemed very natural. After becoming a Mom in 2003, Angela continued her storytelling to her own children. In 2009 she wrote and published her first rhyming children’s book aimed at toddlers. Since then she has released several more children’s picture books and released her first young adult romance series, The Alpha Girls.
Angela’s husband, Ben Muse writes suspense/thriller books that can also be found on Amazon.
Check out what else she’s working on by visiting www.4eyesbooks.com
Website | Facebook | Goodreads | Twitter
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Prize: One winner will receive a $100 Amazon gift card or $100 PayPal cash prize, winner’s choice
Giveaway ends: November 15, 11:59 pm, 2015
Open to: Internationally
How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below.
Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author, Angela Muse and is hosted and managed by Renee from Mother Daughter Book Reviews. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send and email to Renee(at)MotherDaughterBookReviews(dot)com.
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Reimburse The Universe ~ Gorgeous and Enchanting
Posted: October 29, 2015 in Blog Tour, Children's books, reviewsTags: Author Lisa McDonald, children's book, life lessons, Reimburse The Universe
I couldn’t resist being a part of this tour. These books look spectacular and I really enjoy children’s books.
On Monday, October 26th, I featured Little Boy Gan from Passion-Filled Everland.
As I mentioned, it’s now time for my review of Reimburse The Universe!
Enjoy both reviews of these wonderful books.
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Title: Reimburse the Universe
Author: Lisa McDonald
Publisher: Lisa McDonald
Pages: 36
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
My Review
This book was such a delightful read.
Each message is displayed through wonderful illustrations on glossy pages along with thought provoking insight into how to be true to yourself and reminding you to treat others as you would want to be treated.
Not just for young children, these lessons are ones we should all heed and live by. We are reminded that everyone is important, has feelings, hopes, and dreams. There’s more to life than just another day.
My mother read this book and had this to say, “A gorgeous book. Just what life is. Loved it.”
My son read this book and had this to share, “Simple yet interesting story about not straying from your course and staying true to yourself. Regardless of how you’re born, you’re somebody.”
Three generations loved this book and I’m sure you will too. A great book yo read to kids from the time they can understand. One you’ll want to read to them often.
5 Stars
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Synopsis
In REIMBURSE THE UNIVERSE, a diverse cast of characters continue the theme of people sharing their best selves with the world. The message of this book focuses on giving back to the universe by honoring and respecting ourselves and others and understanding that all human beings are part of a collective whole. Each page in the book offers examples of how individuals can give back to the collective out of appreciation for the many gifts that the universe has provided all of us.
For More Information
- Reimburse the Universe is available at Amazon.
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Title: Little Boy Gan From Passion-Filled Everland
Author: Lisa McDonald
Publisher: Lisa McDonald
Pages: 36
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
My Review
Gan is such a wonderful young lad. He’s filled with joy, compassion, wonder, hope, and a strong belief in do unto others.
Each page features Gan and a creature of nature.
I love how the names of the characters begins with the same letter as their being, and this also carries over into their actions and reactions. Here’s a couple of examples:
“Sammy the squirrel scuffled.”
“Terrence the turtle toddled.”
It was such fun to turn each page and see what the author came up with next.
The pages are large and glossy, with brilliant color.
The story is like an interview. The creatures ask Gan a question and he gives them an answer. Each one is a life lesson and they make you stop and ponder. Make you question how you see the world around you. How you can be a better person. How you can share the joy of life with others.
A tale of being all that you can be, and cherishing and sharing life and all that surrounds you.
My mother read this book and said it’s adorable. She loved the fun Q&A aspect, the colorful pictures, and the life lessons it contains.
A book for all ages, I hope you read this and share it with your children.
5 Stars
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Synopsis
McDonald’s first book, LITTLE BOY GAN FROM PASSION-FILLED EVERLAND, tells the story of ten-year-old Gan. Gan is humble and wise with a loving spirit that he shares with the animals he meets in the magical forest where the story takes place. The curious animals watch Gan and observe his kindness and humility. Soon they seek the boy out to learn the secret of his happiness. The old soul gives his new friends advice on humility, passion, compassion, and paying it forward. The impact Gan has on the animals is life changing. The lessons they learn lead to expressions of gratitude for their individual gifts and embolden them to share their passions with the world.
For More Information
- Little Boy Gan From Passion-Filled Everland is available at Amazon.
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About Author Lisa McDonald
Lisa McDonald is an author and radio host. Her children’s books, LITTLE BOY GAN FROM PASSION-FILLED EVERLAND and REIMBURSE THE UNIVERSE, take readers, young and old, on journeys with diverse characters that teach lessons of acceptance, understanding, and sharing. Lisa’s radio program, Carpe Diem, promotes personal empowerment and showcases world-renowned authors, speakers, and musicians.
Writing has been a long-time passion for Lisa. “I have been writing since the age of five. I always wrote poetry, short stories, anthologies, essays. My maternal grandmother foresaw me being a writer/author from a very young age and encouraged me to pursue it. As a result of reinventing myself due to a change in personal/familial circumstances, it became clear to me that writing was not meant to be a hobby but rather my vocation.”
Lisa’s third and fourth books, PLANET POME-GRANITE and KISMET TALES FROM HAPPY TRAILS, are forthcoming in late 2015 and early 2016.
For More Information
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Until the next time….
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A Joy To Read! Little Boy Gan from Passion-Filled Everland and Reimburse The Universe
Posted: October 26, 2015 in Blog Tour, Children's books, reviewsTags: Author Lisa McDonald, children's book, life lessons, Little Boy Gan from Passion-Filled Everland
I couldn’t resist being a part of this tour. These books look spectacular and I really enjoy children’s books.
For today I am featuring Little Boy Gan from Passion-Filled Everland.
Mark your calendar and stop back by on Thursday, October 29th for my feature of Reimburse The Universe!
Title: Little Boy Gan From Passion-Filled Everland
Author: Lisa McDonald
Publisher: Lisa McDonald
Pages: 36
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
My Review
Gan is such a wonderful young lad. He’s filled with joy, compassion, wonder, hope, and a strong belief in do unto others.
Each page features Gan and a creature of nature.
I love how the names of the characters begins with the same letter as their being, and this also carries over into their actions and reactions. Here’s a couple of examples:
“Sammy the squirrel scuffled.”
“Terrence the turtle toddled.”
It was such fun to turn each page and see what the author came up with next.
The pages are large and glossy, with brilliant color.
The story is like an interview. The creatures ask Gan a question and he gives them an answer. Each one is a life lesson and they make you stop and ponder. Make you question how you see the world around you. How you can be a better person. How you can share the joy of life with others.
A tale of being all that you can be, and cherishing and sharing life and all that surrounds you.
My mother read this book and said it’s adorable. She loved the fun Q&A aspect, the colorful pictures, and the life lessons it contains.
A book for all ages, I hope you read this and share it with your children.
5 Stars
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Synopsis
McDonald’s first book, LITTLE BOY GAN FROM PASSION-FILLED EVERLAND, tells the story of ten-year-old Gan. Gan is humble and wise with a loving spirit that he shares with the animals he meets in the magical forest where the story takes place. The curious animals watch Gan and observe his kindness and humility. Soon they seek the boy out to learn the secret of his happiness. The old soul gives his new friends advice on humility, passion, compassion, and paying it forward. The impact Gan has on the animals is life changing. The lessons they learn lead to expressions of gratitude for their individual gifts and embolden them to share their passions with the world.
For More Information
- Little Boy Gan From Passion-Filled Everland is available at Amazon.
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Title: Reimburse the Universe
Author: Lisa McDonald
Publisher: Lisa McDonald
Pages: 36
Genre: Children’s Picture Book
I’ll be posting my review on Thursday, October 29th. Please stop back by!
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Synopsis
In REIMBURSE THE UNIVERSE, a diverse cast of characters continue the theme of people sharing their best selves with the world. The message of this book focuses on giving back to the universe by honoring and respecting ourselves and others and understanding that all human beings are part of a collective whole. Each page in the book offers examples of how individuals can give back to the collective out of appreciation for the many gifts that the universe has provided all of us.
For More Information
- Reimburse the Universe is available at Amazon.
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About Author Lisa McDonald
Lisa McDonald is an author and radio host. Her children’s books, LITTLE BOY GAN FROM PASSION-FILLED EVERLAND and REIMBURSE THE UNIVERSE, take readers, young and old, on journeys with diverse characters that teach lessons of acceptance, understanding, and sharing. Lisa’s radio program, Carpe Diem, promotes personal empowerment and showcases world-renowned authors, speakers, and musicians.
Writing has been a long-time passion for Lisa. “I have been writing since the age of five. I always wrote poetry, short stories, anthologies, essays. My maternal grandmother foresaw me being a writer/author from a very young age and encouraged me to pursue it. As a result of reinventing myself due to a change in personal/familial circumstances, it became clear to me that writing was not meant to be a hobby but rather my vocation.”
Lisa’s third and fourth books, PLANET POME-GRANITE and KISMET TALES FROM HAPPY TRAILS, are forthcoming in late 2015 and early 2016.
For More Information
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Until the next time….
Thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew!
Lonely Planet Kids Adventures Around The Globe ~ Review and Giveaway
Posted: October 23, 2015 in Action/Adventure, Blog Tour, Children's books, giveaways, reviewsTags: Adventures In...Series, Around The Globe, Lonely Planet Kids, sticker and activity book
Mother Daughter Book Reviews is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the new titles recently released by Lonely Planet Kids (an imprint from Lonely Planet, the world’s leading travel publisher), from October 15 to 31, 2015.
Lonely Planet Kids aims to enhance learning, interaction and appreciation for the planet’s rich
diversity of people, places and cultures. Immersive, engaging and educational, the new Lonely Planet Kids books continue to explore the world and inspire a whole new generation of travelers as only Lonely Planet can.
About Adventures Around the Globe
Title: Adventures Around the Globe
Publication Date: September, 2015
Publisher: Lonely Planet Kids
Pages: 60 + 12 pages of stickers
Recommended Ages: 4+
My Review
Adventures Around The Globe is one of several fun activity books in the “Adventures In…” series.
This is a heavy book with large glossy pages. There’s maps, spot the difference games, and pages to color.
There’s also a lot of fun facts about the places you visit in the book. Learn about the native wildlife, about the oceans, about mountains and cities and people.
Solve the maze, find the animals, and then head to the back of the book. There are pages and pages of stickers. You find the corresponding page and start sticking away, creating your own tapestry of adventure.
Three generations of my family, my mother, myself, and my son, had some fun with the Spot The Difference games. We took turns trying to find all of them and whoever did it in the least amount of time won.
I really wanted to get to the stickers and create some fun adventures. But, I have plans to give this book as a gift and let a special someone have all the fun.
The pages are thick and shiny and the colors so vivid the images leap out at you. And when I opened the book, it smelled so good. I love the smell of books.
Even after you do all of the activities, you’ll keep coming back to this wonderful book. There’s always something you missed, some fun fact or something hidden in a picture.
I recommend this to all ages. For the kids, they’ll spend hours immersed in these activities, and for the adults, hey, we are all kids inside.
5 Stars
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Description: Come and explore some of the world’s most amazing places with Adventures Around the Globe, a special edition sticker atlas from the ‘Adventures in…’ activity book series. Young explorers (ages 4+) will discover fun facts, interact with maps and puzzles, decorate real-life locations with over 250 reusable stickers–
even create a fold-out 3D model of the globe.
About Lonely Planet Kids
From the world’s leading travel media company comes Lonely Planet Kids, a children’s imprint that brings the world to life for young explorers everywhere. We’re kickstarting the travel bug and showing kids just how amazing our planet can be. We will inspire and delight curious kids, showing them the rich diversity of people, places and cultures that surrounds us. We promise to share our enthusiasm and love of the world, our sense of humour and continual fascination for what it is that makes the world we live in the diverse and magnificent place it is. It’s going to be a big adventure! Come explore.
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Lonely Planet Kids
Blog Tour Schedule
October 15
Mother Daughter Book Reviews (Launch & Giveaway)
Cherry Mischievous (Spotlight: Adventures Around the Globe)
Rockin’ Book Reviews (Review: How to be an International Spy)
October 16
Domestic Chanteuse (Spotlight: The Travel Book)
Reading Authors (Review: You Rule!)
October 17
Adalinc to Life (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
Geo Librarian (Review: The Travel Book)
October 18
2ReadBook (Review: How to be an International Spy)
Tea Time and Books (Spotlight: You Rule!)
October 19
The Blended Blog (Review: The Travel Book)
Icefairy’s Treasure Chest (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
October 20
Bookworm for Kids (Review: You Rule!)
Mami Tales (Review: How to be an International Spy)
October 21
Here’s the Story (Review: The Travel Book)
Alwaysjoart (Review: You Rule!)
October 22
Tina the Bookworm (Review: How to be an International Spy)
Sunshine Girl Blog (Spotlight: Adventures Around the Globe)
October 23
Fuonlyknew (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
Books for Books (Review: You Rule!)
October 24
Jemima Pett (Review: The Travel Book)
October 25
Published Bestsellers (Spotlight: How to be an International Spy)
October 26
K&A’s Children’s Book Reviews (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
Christy’s Cozy Corners (Review: The Travel Book)
October 27
My Soul Called Life (Review: How to be an International Spy)
I Read What You Write (Review: You Rule!)
October 28
Blooming Brilliant (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
Writer With Wanderlust (Review: The Travel Book)
October 29
View From the Birdhouse (Spotlight: The Travel Book)
Kevin Gerard, Author of Diego’s Dragon (Review: You Rule!)
October 30
P is for Preschooler (Review: Adventures Around the Globe)
The Logonauts (Review: The Travel Book)
October 31
Oh My Bookness (Review: How to be an International Spy)
Blog Tour Giveaway
Prize: One winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card or
$25 PayPal cash prize, winner’s choice
Giveaway ends: November 8, 11:59 pm, 2015
Open to: Internationally
How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below.
Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE
PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by Lonely Planet Kids and is hosted and managed by Renee from Mother Daughter Book Reviews. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send an email to
Renee(at)MotherDaughterBookReviews(dot)com.
Click on the rafflecopter link below to enter.
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The Beat On Ruby’s Street ~ Blitz and Giveaway
Posted: October 22, 2015 in Action/Adventure, Blitz, Children's books, giveawaysTags: Author Jenna Zark, giveaway, middle grade adventure, The Beat On Ruby's Street
Welcome to the blitz tour for The Beat on Ruby’s Street by Jenna Zark! This is a middle grade novel and is now available for sale!
About the Book:
The last thing eleven-year-old Ruby Tabeata expected to happen on her way to a Jack Kerouac reading was to be hauled to the police station.
It’s 1958 and Ruby is the opposite of a 1950s stereotype: fierce, funny and strong willed, she is only just starting to chart her course in a family of Beat Generation artists in Greenwich Village. Ruby dreams of meeting famous poets while becoming one herself; instead, she’s accused of trying to steal fruit from a local vendor and is forced to live in a children’s home. As Ruby struggles to return to family and friends, she learns her only choice is to follow her heart.
Join Ruby’s journey as she finds unexpected friendships, the courage to rebel against unjust authority and the healing power of art in this inspiring middle-grade novel by Jenna Zark.
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About the Author:
Jenna Zark is a columnist, lyricist, playwright, and novelist. Her play A Body of Water was published by Dramatists Play Service and produced regionally after its debut at Circle Repertory Company in New York. Other plays were produced in the Twin Cities, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and St. Louis. As a former staff writer at Scholastic Choices magazine, Zark wrote extensively for middle school and junior high students. Columns, poetry, essays, and articles have been published in TC Jewfolk, Stoneboat literary magazine, Minnesota Bride and numerous other publications. Zark is also a member of a lyricist’s collective in the Twin Cities that performs at local cabarets. She’s still trying to figure out if it’s harder to write a play, a novel, or a song. To share your thoughts on that or to learn more, please visit jennazark.com.
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Giveaway:
One (1) paperback copy of The Beat on Ruby’s Street (US) and five (5) ebooks (INT)
Ends November 5th
Prizing is provided by the publisher, hosts are not responsible.
Click on the rafflecopter link below to enter.
This event was organized by CBB Book Promotions.
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Angels Angels Everywhere by Michelle Beber ~ Tour review
Posted: July 21, 2015 in Blog Tour, Children's books, reviewsTags: Angels Angels Everywhere, Author Michelle Beber, children's inspirational picture book, Illustrations by Susan Shorter
Title: Angels, Angels, Everywhere
Author: Michelle Beber
Publisher: Balboa Press
Pages: 30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction/Children’s Picture Book
Format: Paperback/Kindle/Nook
My Review
Such a joy to read.
There were several things I enjoyed about this book.
Size, for one. The print book is as large, if not larger, than a magazine. So easy to read.
It also allows you to view the fabulous illustrations. As you turn the pages, you’ll have these wonderful full sized and vivid illustrations and on the opposite page, in bold text, will be an inspirational rhyme.
I’m fascinated by angels. Yes, I do believe in them and that they walk among us.
While this is directed towards parents to read to their young ones and for early readers, adults can enjoy it for themselves too.
I keep it on my work table and occasionally open it up to read again. I enjoy the way the content is written as rhymes, and have memorized many of them. I’m inspired and encouraged just like children would be.
Brings a smile to my face. And I’m sure parents and their children will be smiling too after reading this book.
4 Stars
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Synopsis
Angels, Angels, Everywhere is a non-denominational, multiracial book written in delightful rhythm and accompanied by charming illustrations. The themes of constant support and unconditional love are designed to help children deal with everyday experiences in life.
By developing children’s faith in knowing that they are not alone and building their trust that they are consistently watched over, cared for, and loved, children will become empowered to deal with life’s challenges. The book also lets children know that angels are there in good times as well, sharing in their joy.
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Enjoy this short excerpt.
When things go wrong,
Just stop and pray,
And angels come
To save the day.
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For More Information
- Angels, Angels, Everywhere is available at Amazon.
- Pick up your copy at Barnes & Noble.
- The book can also be purchased at Balboa Press.
- Visit the book’s official Facebook page.
- Watch the book trailer at YouTube.
- Discuss this book at PUYB Virtual Book Club at Goodreads.
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About the Author
Michelle Beber has certifications as an Angel Intuitive and Angel Oracle Card Reader from renowned “angel lady,” Doreen Virtue, as well as certifications as a Spiritual Teacher and Archangel Life Coach from Doreen’s son, Charles Virtue.
In 2008, Michelle’s life changed when she attended a spiritual retreat and learned about angels and how they communicate through repetitive number sequences known as “angel numbers.” Little did she know that this insight would lead her on an amazing spiritual journey that would directly connect her with angels and result in the discovery of her life purpose.
Always grateful for the spiritual guidance she has received, Michelle looks forward to sharing the knowledge she has gained to inspire others, especially children. Michelle is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).
Her latest book is the juvenile fiction/children’s picture book, Angels, Angels, Everywhere.
For More Information
- Visit Michelle Beber’s website.
- Connect with Michelle on Facebook and Twitter.
- Find out more about Michelle at Goodreads.
- Visit Michelle’s blog.
- Contact Michelle.
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Until the next time….
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#M9B Friday Reveal and Giveaway ~ Donna Galanti and Scott Craven
Posted: June 12, 2015 in Book Blast, Children's books, Fantasy, giveawaysTags: children's fantasy adventure, Dead Jed #1 and #2, Donna Galanti, Joshua and the Lightning Road, Scott Craven
Welcome to this week’s M9B Friday Reveal!
This week, we are featuring
Scott Craven and Donna Galanti
who will be appearing and signing at ALA!
Be sure to enter the giveaway found at the end of the post!
Stay away from the window, don’t go outside when it’s storming and whatever you do, do not touch the orb.
Twelve-year-old Joshua Cooper’s grandpa has always warned him about the dangers of lightning. But Joshua never put much stock in his grandpa’s rumblings as anything more than the ravings of an old man with a vast imagination. Then one night, when Joshua and his best friend are home alone during a frightful storm, Joshua learns his grandpa was right. A bolt of lightning strikes his house and whisks away his best friend—possibly forever.
To get him back, Joshua must travel the Lightning Road to a dark place that steals children for energy. But getting back home and saving his friend won’t be easy, as Joshua must face the terrifying Child Collector and fend off ferocious and unnatural beasts intent on destroying him.
In this world, Joshua possesses powers he never knew he had, and soon, Joshua’s mission becomes more than a search for his friend. He means to send all the stolen children home—and doing so becomes the battle of his life.
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Donna is the author of the Joshua and The Lightning Road series and the Element Trilogy. She is a contributing editor to International Thriller Writers the Big Thrill magazine and blogs at www.project-middle-grade-mayhem.blogs…, a cooperative of published middle grade authors. Visit her at www.donnagalanti.com and www.ElementTrilogy.com. Donna wanted to be a writer ever since she wrote a murder mystery screenplay at seven and acted it out with the neighborhood kids. She attended an English school housed in a magical castle, where her wild imagination was held back only by her itchy uniform (bowler hat and tie included!). There she fell in love with the worlds of C.S. Lewis and Roald Dahl, and wrote her first fantasy about Dodo birds, wizards, and a flying ship (and has been writing fantasy ever since). She’s lived in other exotic locations, including her family-owned campground in New Hampshire and in Hawaii where she served as a U.S. Navy photographer. She now lives with her family and two crazy cats in an old farmhouse and dreams of returning one day to a castle.
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Dead Jed is Shaun of the Dead meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Jed’s not your typical junior high geek. He is, to use the politically-correct term, cardiovascularly-challenged. And while
his parents have attempted to shield him from the implications of being ‘different’ for as long as they could (Jed was 8 and at a friend’s sister’s birthday party when he blew his lips off onto the cake in front of everyone, finally prompting the “Big Talk” from his parents and an emergency SuperGlue repair by his dad), 7th grade at Pine Hollow Middle School as a target of Robbie the supreme school bully and his pack of moronic toadies is rapidly becoming unbearable.
From being stuffed in a filled trash can as “dead meat” and into a trophy case as the bully’s “prize,” to literally having his hand pulled off in the boys’ room (Jed’s always losing body parts. Luckily, a good stapler and some duct tape and he’s back in the action) and a cigarette put in it and try to frame him for the recent reports of smoking in the school, Jed’s had enough and is ready to plan his revenge. Besides, it’s awesome what you can do when you’re already dead!
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The first part of seventh grade was rough on Jed, but things are looking up now that Christmas is almost here. As with past Christmases, Jed asks for the one thing he’s always wanted–a dog–and again, his parents tell him they’re not ready. But fate has a different plan when Jed sees a dog get run over by a car. Then, it happens. Jed suddenly has a pet, Tread, a zombie dog bearing his namesake–a tire tread down his back. Jed may have gained a dog, but he loses his best friend Luke, who fears the way Jed created his undead pet.
When Jed returns to school, he finds a mysterious group called the No Zombies Now Network spreading rumors of the dangers the undead pose to normal people. Forced to disprove Hollywood stereotypes, Jed has his work cut out for him as stories of a zombie dog begin to circulate. Jed could be expelled if he can’t expose the NZN Network as a fraud. Jed needs help from his kind of girlfriend Anna, especially after he discovers Luke has joined the shadowy group.
Once again navigating the treacherous waters of middle school, Jed does his best to stay in one piece. Only this time he’ll need even more duct tape and staples than usual.
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Proud graduate of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, have one son who will turn 18 in March 2013, now a features writer for The Arizona Republic.
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A girl with a view ~ Kika the Upside-Down Girl ~ Tour Review and Giveaway
Posted: June 3, 2015 in Blog Tour, Children's books, giveaways, reviewsTags: Author Jessica Tudoa, children's book, Kika the Upside-Down Girl
Kika the Upside-Down Girl
by Jessica Tudos
My Review
In a world of normal, Kika dares to see it differently, much to the exasperation of her parents. They throw up their arms in frustration, urging Kika to be like the other kids.
The reason for this, Kika is an upside-down girl. Whether reading a book hanging upside-down from a tree, or walking to school on her hands, Kika loves to be upside-down.
Sad that her parents are unhappy, Kika is filled with glee when she discovers a place where she can be herself. A place of flips and handstands, somersaults and swinging.
Now her parents throw up their hands in excitement and Kika’s upside down world is right side up.
The glossy, colorful pages are filled with wonderful illustrations of Kika’s escapades and the story has an important message.
Kids will be encouraged by Kika’s adventure, dare to dream and find their own place in the world.
An exhilarating story for children and parents. I’d encourage you to read this with your child and watch their eyes light up as they see themselves as Kika.
5 Stars
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Description
Kika always seems to accomplish things differently than others and tends to get into trouble for it. She reminds us that choosing to be different is more than okay, and finding others to join in her upside down adventures makes her heart feel huge – especially when it involves somersaults, vaults, flips and kips! Join Kika, a girl who loves living upside down in a right side up world, on her unique journey to a fliptastic world! Kika reminds us that choosing to be different is more than okay, and finding others to join in her upside down adventures feels fliptastic – especially when it involves somersaults, vaults, flips and kips in the Gymnastics Emporium!
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About Author Jessica Tudos
Olympic gymnast turned author, motivational speaker and experiential educator Jessica Tudos (JessicaTudos.com) is on a mission to empower kids, youth and adults to develop the confidence and resiliency required to lead active, healthy and creative lives. In organizations around the world, Jessica empowers audiences through engaging stories, insights & reflections drawn from her upside down life, including her Olympic gymnastics adventures. Jessica is a sought after speaker, facilitator and professor in experiential education, physical literacy, leadership & elite sports.
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June 1 – Did YOU Hear About the Morgans? – review
June 1 – Sarah Rehmatullah – review
June 1 – Library of Clean Reads – review / giveaway
June 1 – Crossroad Reviews – review
June 2 – Working Mommy Journal – review / giveaway
June 2 – Rockin’ Book Reviews – review / guest post / giveaway
June 2 – Christy’s Cozy Corners – review / guest post / giveaway
June 3 – fuonlyknew – review / giveaway
June 3 – View From the Birdhouse – review / author interview / giveaway
June 3 – A Simple Life, really?! – review
June 4 – Booknerd – review / guest post
June 4 – Bluerose’s Heart – review / author interview / giveaway
June 4 – Hello, my name is Alice – review / guest post
June 5 – One Frugal Girl – review / giveaway
June 5 – Just One More Chapter – review / author interview / giveaway
June 5 – A Mama’s Corner of the World – review / giveaway
June 8 – Create With Joy – review / giveaway
June 8 – Blooming With Books – review / giveaway
June 8 – Brooke Blogs – review / guest post / giveaway
June 9 – Mrs Mommy Booknerd’s Book Reviews – review / author interview
June 9 – The Autistic Gamer – review
June 9 – Deal Sharing Aunt – review / author interview / giveaway
June 10 – Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers – review
June 10 – Bound 4 Escape – review / giveaway
June 10 – Seaside Book Nook – review / giveaway
June 11 – Pinky’s Favorite Reads for Kids – review / guest post
June 11 – 3 Partners in Shopping Nana, Mommy , + Sissy, Too ! – review / giveaway
June 11 – Experiencing Parenthood – review
June 12 – Jessica Cassidy – review / author interview / giveaway
June 12 – Book Loving Hippo – review / giveaway
June 12 – A Bit Bookish – review / giveaway
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