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Monday, December 2, 2013

Mary Elizabeth and the Spotless Cow Book Spotlight and Giveaway

Mary Elizabeth, The Spotless Cow

About the book:
The story of "Mary Elizabeth The Spotless Cow" takes us on the journey she travels to figure out how to get the cows at a new farm to like and accept her. 

While she hopes to find friendship at her new home, instead she learns what it means to be different from everyone else. (Spotless!) Mary Elizabeth uses clever ideas and a sense of humor to help her on her quest for friends at the new farm.

This inspiring tale shows how perseverance in spite of obstacles, using a sound thought process to arrive at solutions and the importance of having fun, using humor and enjoying playtime can build friendships.

When you buy this book, 50% of net proceeds go to Phoenix Children’s Hospital Child Life Program to make a difference in the lives of children with critical and life threatening illnesses.




Excerpt:
Once upon a time........there was a farm in Ohio with lots of Cows. They all had many spots to be proud of. One day a truck pulled into the farm. The back door opened and out came a new Cow. The other Cows were so excited to have a new friend!
But as the new Cow came out of the truck the other Cows looked on in shock!!! "Oh My!’’ ’’What on Earth?!"
It seems the new Cow, whose name was Mary Elizabeth, had no spots!
’’Where are your spots??!!’’ Demanded the Cow called Anna Belle. ’’I don’t have any spots. I was born spotless, you see.’’
Well, Anna Belle and the other Cows were horrified.
(Not mad, you had to be very careful about mad)
Watch the trailer: http://youtu.be/72fOn1tEbDM
Purchasing information: From now through December 31, 2013, you can purchase Mary Elizabeth The Spotless Cow from the Sweetles website for only $12.00 (List price: $17.99).
When you buy this book, 50% of net proceeds go to Phoenix Children’s Hospital Child Life Program. Visit http://www.sweetles.com/product/books/mary-elizabeth-the-spotless-cow-book/ for more information.

About the author:
Sal Barbera
Sal is the author and illustrator of “A Sweetles Dream”® book series. As the Creative Director for Hartman-Barbera llc, a family media & entertainment company, he is also an animator, sculptor, painter and all around fun guy. Sal lives the phrase: “A day without laughter is a wasted day”. To that end, he uses his writing, illustrating and animation skills to create endearing characters and comedic stories.
Sal's sense of humor and empathy for his characters explore personal and social situations in ways that makes it enjoyable for both adults and children to experience together. Born in New York City, Sal moved to North Bergen, NJ where he grew up on a steep hillside neighborhood with his four older sisters. He currently lives in sunny Arizona with his wife and artistic partner, Sheri, who he defines as his inspiration. On any given day Sal might be painting, sculpting, drawing, animating, writing or enjoying one of his favorite pastimes: cooking, television, movies and golf.
Visit Sal Barbera’s website at http://www.salbarbera.com.

Mary Elizabeth The Spotless Cow Virtual Book Tour Schedule

October 1st
Interview at Blogcritics
October 2nd
Book spotlight at The Writer’s Life
October 3rd
Book spotlight at As the Pages Turn
October 4th
Book review at Alicia Finn Noack
October 7th
Book spotlight at Literarily Speaking
October 8th
Book spotlight at Between the Covers
October 9th
Book spotlight at The Book Rack
October 10th
October 11th
Guest post at Paperback Writer
Book spotlight at Review from Here
October 12th
Book spotlight at 4 the Love of Books
October 14th
October 15th
Book spotlight at Beyond the Books
October 16th
Book trailer reveal at If Books Could Talk
Book spotlight at Broken Teepee
October 17th
Book review at Lynn’s Corner
October 18th
October 21st
Book review at My Devotional Thoughts
Book review at Deco My Heart
Book spotlight at A Year of Jubilee Book Reviews
October 22nd
Book review at 4 the Love of Books
October 23rd
October 25th
Book review at Mary’s Cup of Tea
October 28th
Book review at Thoughts in Progress
October 30th
Book review at Maureen’s Musings
October 31st
Book review at Blooming with Books
Guest post at Lori’s Reading Corner
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November 4th
Book spotlight and giveaway at Katie’s Clean Book Collection
November 5th
Book spotlight and giveaway at Book Marketing Buzz
November 7th
Interview at Story of a Writer
November 8th
Book spotlight and giveaway at Plug Your Book
November 13th
Interview at Broowaha
November 18th
Book spotlight and giveaway at Literal Exposure
November 19th
Book spotlight and book giveaway at The Busy Mom’s Daily
November 20th
November 21st
Book spotlight at Putting Words Down on Paper
November 22nd
Book spotlight and giveaway at Library of Clean Reads
November 25th
Book spotlight and giveaway at A Mom After God’s Own Heart
November 27th
Book spotlight and giveaway at The Children’s and Teens’ Book Connection
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November 29th
Interview at Bella Harts Books
December 2nd
Book spotlight at Bluebell Books
December 3rd
Book review at Nancy Stewart Books
December 4th
Book spotlight and giveaway at Ramblings of a SAHM
December 5th
Join the book discussion at PUYB Virtual Book Club
December 9th
Book review at Library of Clean Reads
December 10th
Interview at Examiner
December 12th
Book spotlight at Penny’s Tales
December 13th
Book review at This Little Book of Mine
December 16th
December 17th
Book review at WV Stitcher
December 23rd
Book review at A Simple Life, Really?
December 27th
Book tour highlights at The Book Rack




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Friday, November 8, 2013

Children's Book Mister Spunky and His Friends Giveaway



 
 
Mister Spunky and his Friends
If you love children’s books then you’ll want to enter the giveaway for Mister Spunky. Click on the giveaway button and enter the giveaway for a chance to win this children’s book and matching mouse pad over at Lori’s Reading Corner.

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Book Synopsis:

Mister Spunky and His Friends is the creation of award winning author, Kelly Preston. She has taken the story line from her book, Real Dogs Don't Whisper, placing it in a picture book format for children to enjoy. Mister Spunky and His Friends is about the importance of love, friendship; and, helping those with special needs. Follow Mister Spunky along his journey to the beach, where he meets three new friends; teaching him important life lessons along the way. Parents, if you enjoyed Real Dogs Don't Whisper, your children will enjoy this book for them. There are several pages at the end of the story for coloring activities. Ages: 5+

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About Kelly Preston

Author Kelly Preston  
Kelly Preston is, first and foremost, an animal lover. Raised on a ten-acre property in a small town in Pennsylvania, she grew up with horses, rabbits, and – of course – dogs. When she left home after college, she acquired Gizmo, an irresistible Lhasa Apso that started her on a journey full of joys and sorrows, hopes and tribulations, frustrations, endless lessons in patience, and above all else, love. All of this has come at the hands (more precisely the paws) of Gizmo, Betty Boop, Buffy, Carla Mae, and the inimitable Mr. MaGoo.
Mr. MaGoois a nine-year-old Lhasa Apso and the book’s co-creator and co-writer. He is, in his own words, “the alpha and omega of all dogs – in the cutest and sparkiest, most fun-loving package ever.” Ignoring Kelly’s persistent eye-rolling, Mr. MaGoo has forged ahead with this project in an attempt to, as he puts it, “present the facts from a dog’s perspective. In other words, the correct, most accurate, most interesting, only-one-that-matters perspective,” to which he adds, simply, “Woof!”




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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Children's Book - The Unhappy Little Dragon: Lessons Learned





About The Unhappy Little Dragon Lessons Learned
This is the tale of a little Dragon who has a big problem; he cannot control his fire!
After a major mishap, he runs away into the forest and has a wonderful adventure where he meets new friends, learns that every creature has a unique gift. He also finds out the special way in which he can use his own remarkable gift of fire. His forest friends help him understand that he really is a very special dragon indeed!

Little Dragon Excerpt

Shelley asked, looking at Happy expectantly.
 Shelley The Turtle  said,"Let me ask you something son, when you practice your fire burning skills-what do you tell yourself?"
"Tell myself? What do you mean?" asked Happy not understanding what his new friend was getting at.
Shelley answered, "Well, maybe I should ask instead, how do you feel when you practice holding in your flame?
"Oh that! I feel scared, so scared that I will fail and burn everything up!" Happy answered sadly.
"Well now, I have a suggestion for you. Try feeling like you will not burn everything up. Instead tell yourself you will succeed in keeping your fire to yourself!" Shelley told him.
"But I am so scared. I really don't think I can tell myself that I won't burn everything up when I know I will!"
Happy argued in a worried little voice.
Shelley looked at Happy's very unhappy face and said,"I have news for you Happy, and I want you to listen to me now!"
Then Shelley continued to explain.
"Dragons aren't the only ones who have special gifts, Happy, no, no! All of the animals were given a special gift of one kind or another. All of us had to learn how to use it wisely, just like you. You sort of have to grow into your gift, like growing up! That's why the animals need a teacher.
Can you guess what my special gift is?" Shelley asked, expectantly.
Happy didn't know the answer so he shook his head and just kept quiet.
"Why Happy, I am a teacher!" Shelley said proudly.

About Carolyn Wolfe
Carolyn Wolfe is a free lance writer, poet, and author of six books including her collection of poetry, short stories and bedtime stories for children. In this, her sixth book, "The Unhappy Little Dragon, Lessons Learned" she reveals the journey of Happy, The Unhappy Little Dragon, who, while trying to understand how to master his uncontrollable gift of fire, has an exciting  adventure in the woods. His forest friends help him understand his gift and that he really is a very special dragon indeed!  Ms. Wolfe lives in the Shenandoah Valley with her Photographer, husband Scott, and her houseful of animal companions.

You can visit her website at When the Moon Speaks
Purchase The Unhappy Little Dragon Lessons Learned




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