T.E. Antonino's Blog, page 9
October 9, 2015
Halloween at the library!
The Waynesville public library in N.C. has rescheduled my appearance for October 30th. The great news is that it will be the day before Halloween. Since my book has a message of overcoming fear, the librarian thought it would be great for me to appear on Friday the 30th. I’ll do a reading from my book, a signing for those who want to buy the book, a manga art lesson for the kids, and I’ll also read some children's picture books to the little kids if they come with the older kids. The librarian also asked me if I would like to go to the Waynesville fair grounds for a fall festival celebration on the 31st. I will be selling my book there also. It looks like the end of October is going to be an exciting time for me and my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear.
Click the link below to check out my book!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
Click the link below to check out my book!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
September 28, 2015
Amazing review!
I just had an amazing review from a lady who picked my book up at a convention I went to. Her daughter isn’t a big reader, but she read my book all the way through on her own and told her mother she loved it! That made me feel great! Encouragement like this makes me glad I picked Fritz Fombie Have No Fear to be my first published book. I’m writing away on the second book in the Fritz Fombie series. It’s titled Fritz Fombie and the Frightful Feats of Courage. The Waynesville library made a scheduling mistake for my September appearance, so I will be appearing there sometime in October for a signing, reading, and manga art lesson for the kids. I'll let you know for sure when I know the exact date and time. Take care and thank you for the encouraging reviews!
check my book out by clicking the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
check my book out by clicking the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
encouraging review!
I just had an amazing review from a lady who picked my book up at a convention I went to. Her daughter isn’t a big reader, but she read my book all the way through on her own and told her mother she loved it! That made me feel great! Encouragement like this makes me glad I picked "Fritz Fombie Have No Fear" to be my first published book. I’m writing away on the second book in the Fritz Fombie series. It’s titled "Fritz Fombie and the Frightful Feats of Courage." The Waynesville library made a scheduling mistake for my September appearance, so I will be appearing there sometime in October for a signing, reading, and manga art lesson for the kids. I'll let you know for sure when I know the exact date and time. Take care and thank you for the encouraging reviews!
September 19, 2015
Book expo and more appearances!
The Imaginarium went well. I sold a bunch of books and met some wonderful authors. I’m currently reading some of the other authors' books. I had a lot of fun at the masquerade dance. I went as Fritz Fombie. Some of my family was at the Imaginarium including my niece, Hannah Krieger, who is also my editor. Some of the other authors who have read my book have already given me reviews on Amazon, which is greatly appreciated. I’ll be returning the favor as soon as I finish reading their books. I'm looking forward to Saturday, September 26th when I’ll be appearing at the Waynesville N.C. library at 11:00 a.m. I will also be appearing the next day on Sunday September 27th at Papoose Children’s Store in downtown Asheville N.C. at 2:00 p.m. Take care.
Fritz Fombie Have No Fear
Fritz Fombie Have No Fear
September 9, 2015
The Imaginarium Convention Is Here!
The Imaginarium convention is this weekend! I will have a vendor table at the convention. It's going to be a really exciting time for me. This will be my first book expo. I'm not sure what to expect. I designed a Fritz Fombie outfit for the masquerade on Saturday evening. The lady who edited my book will be helping me at my table all weekend. Her name is Hannah krieger. I will give everyone the details of the convention when I get back later next week. Thank you for all your encouragement, it's much appreciated.
I dropped a book off today to a lady whose grandson is having difficulty with fear. While I was in her office another lady came in who told me how much the message of the book meant to her. It is a wonderful feeling to know that my book "Fritz Fombie Have No Fear" is touching lives in such a positive way.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
I dropped a book off today to a lady whose grandson is having difficulty with fear. While I was in her office another lady came in who told me how much the message of the book meant to her. It is a wonderful feeling to know that my book "Fritz Fombie Have No Fear" is touching lives in such a positive way.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
August 30, 2015
Heart Warming
I just received a phone call from a grandmother who bought three of my books a few months ago. She asked me to drop off another copy at her workplace. One of her grandchildren is having trouble being overly fearful. She believes my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear can help her grandson see that you can be happy and don’t have to let fear take away your joy. I have received many stories like this one since the release of my book. I’m overjoyed to think that Fritz Fombie Have No Fear can be such a positive book for children. I have written other middle-grade books that I loved writing as well, but I’m very glad that I chose this one to publish first. Regardless of where life takes me, I will always be happy that I wrote a book that has helped children to have a happier childhood. Thanks for all your encouragement. T. E. Antonino.
Checkout my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear by clicking on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
Checkout my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear by clicking on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
August 22, 2015
BUSY MONTH FOR FRITZ FOMBIE
I will have a booth at the Imaginarium Expo in Louisville, KY. The Expo runs from Friday September the 11th to Sunday the 13th. The editor of Fritz Fombie Have No Fear, Hannah Krieger, will be helping at my table. I'm looking forward to meeting interesting and avid readers at the Imaginarium Expo.
I will be appearing at the Waynesville public library on Saturday the 26th of September at 11:00 a.m. It's going to be a great event. I will be reading from picture books as well as from my own middle grade novel. I will also be giving a manga art lesson to the kids.
I will be appearing at Papoose Children's Clothing & More in downtown Asheville on Sunday the 27th of September at 2:00 p.m. for a signing. I will let you know more about the events as they get closer. It looks like September is going to be a busy month for Fritz Fombie Have No Fear. Thank you for all your encouragement.
Check out my book Fritz Fombie Have No by click on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
I will be appearing at the Waynesville public library on Saturday the 26th of September at 11:00 a.m. It's going to be a great event. I will be reading from picture books as well as from my own middle grade novel. I will also be giving a manga art lesson to the kids.
I will be appearing at Papoose Children's Clothing & More in downtown Asheville on Sunday the 27th of September at 2:00 p.m. for a signing. I will let you know more about the events as they get closer. It looks like September is going to be a busy month for Fritz Fombie Have No Fear. Thank you for all your encouragement.
Check out my book Fritz Fombie Have No by click on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
August 15, 2015
REVIEW
Portland Book Review
"Fritz Fombie Have No Fear" receives the Portland Book Review’s highest 5 star rating.
Sometimes it’s hard for kids to admit that they have fears, and even harder to conquer said fears. Parents find ways to reassure their children that nothing is under their bed or in their closets at night. They will check their closets and under their bed or let them sleep with them, but then there is that point where parents need to give their children tools to conquer their fears on their own and this is a great starting place - especially for kids who are too old to keep sleeping with Mom and Dad.
In this delightful chapter book targeted for children 8-13 years old, we meet Fannie who has multiple fears and has a hard time in conquering them. After a horrible, scary day, Fannie accidentally calls up the vast and unknown powers of the universe and meets Fritz who finally will help her conquer her fears. The good thing is that Fritz is a zombie, which actually helps her and doesn’t create more problems. I know you would think a zombie would be the last person to help Fannie, but it’s the person that she needs the most. Not only does Fannie meet, Fritz, she also meets his pet, a monster named Stink Warts!
Antonino’s goal in writing this was to give kids the power to conquer their own fears that they never realized that they had - to look deep inside themselves and find that they can take care of themselves just fine. I think that any child who reads this will realize that they have the power and tools to conquer anything that may come their way, whether it’s a monster under the bed, a bully at school, or going to the dentist. Sometimes parents need help in helping their kids and this reviewer thinks this book is a great starting point.
www.portlandbookreview.com
"Fritz Fombie Have No Fear" receives the Portland Book Review’s highest 5 star rating.
Sometimes it’s hard for kids to admit that they have fears, and even harder to conquer said fears. Parents find ways to reassure their children that nothing is under their bed or in their closets at night. They will check their closets and under their bed or let them sleep with them, but then there is that point where parents need to give their children tools to conquer their fears on their own and this is a great starting place - especially for kids who are too old to keep sleeping with Mom and Dad.
In this delightful chapter book targeted for children 8-13 years old, we meet Fannie who has multiple fears and has a hard time in conquering them. After a horrible, scary day, Fannie accidentally calls up the vast and unknown powers of the universe and meets Fritz who finally will help her conquer her fears. The good thing is that Fritz is a zombie, which actually helps her and doesn’t create more problems. I know you would think a zombie would be the last person to help Fannie, but it’s the person that she needs the most. Not only does Fannie meet, Fritz, she also meets his pet, a monster named Stink Warts!
Antonino’s goal in writing this was to give kids the power to conquer their own fears that they never realized that they had - to look deep inside themselves and find that they can take care of themselves just fine. I think that any child who reads this will realize that they have the power and tools to conquer anything that may come their way, whether it’s a monster under the bed, a bully at school, or going to the dentist. Sometimes parents need help in helping their kids and this reviewer thinks this book is a great starting point.
www.portlandbookreview.com
Review
Portland Book Review
Fritz Fombie Have No Fear receives the Portland Book Review’s highest 5 star rating.
Sometimes it’s hard for kids to admit that they have fears, and even harder to conquer said fears. Parents find ways to reassure their children that nothing is under their bed or in their closets at night. They will check their closets and under their bed or let them sleep with them, but then there is that point where parents need to give their children tools to conquer their fears on their own and this is a great starting place - especially for kids who are too old to keep sleeping with Mom and Dad.
In this delightful chapter book targeted for children 8-13 years old, we meet Fannie who has multiple fears and has a hard time in conquering them. After a horrible, scary day, Fannie accidentally calls up the vast and unknown powers of the universe and meets Fritz who finally will help her conquer her fears. The good thing is that Fritz is a zombie, which actually helps her and doesn’t create more problems. I know you would think a zombie would be the last person to help Fannie, but it’s the person that she needs the most. Not only does Fannie meet, Fritz, she also meets his pet, a monster named Stink Warts!
Antonino’s goal in writing this was to give kids the power to conquer their own fears that they never realized that they had - to look deep inside themselves and find that they can take care of themselves just fine. I think that any child who reads this will realize that they have the power and tools to conquer anything that may come their way, whether it’s a monster under the bed, a bully at school, or going to the dentist. Sometimes parents need help in helping their kids and this reviewer thinks this book is a great starting point.
www.portlandbookreview.com
Check out my book Fritz Fombie Have No by click on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
Fritz Fombie Have No Fear receives the Portland Book Review’s highest 5 star rating.
Sometimes it’s hard for kids to admit that they have fears, and even harder to conquer said fears. Parents find ways to reassure their children that nothing is under their bed or in their closets at night. They will check their closets and under their bed or let them sleep with them, but then there is that point where parents need to give their children tools to conquer their fears on their own and this is a great starting place - especially for kids who are too old to keep sleeping with Mom and Dad.
In this delightful chapter book targeted for children 8-13 years old, we meet Fannie who has multiple fears and has a hard time in conquering them. After a horrible, scary day, Fannie accidentally calls up the vast and unknown powers of the universe and meets Fritz who finally will help her conquer her fears. The good thing is that Fritz is a zombie, which actually helps her and doesn’t create more problems. I know you would think a zombie would be the last person to help Fannie, but it’s the person that she needs the most. Not only does Fannie meet, Fritz, she also meets his pet, a monster named Stink Warts!
Antonino’s goal in writing this was to give kids the power to conquer their own fears that they never realized that they had - to look deep inside themselves and find that they can take care of themselves just fine. I think that any child who reads this will realize that they have the power and tools to conquer anything that may come their way, whether it’s a monster under the bed, a bully at school, or going to the dentist. Sometimes parents need help in helping their kids and this reviewer thinks this book is a great starting point.
www.portlandbookreview.com
Check out my book Fritz Fombie Have No by click on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
August 4, 2015
Portland Book Review 5 Stars!!!
The Portland Book Review gave Fritz Fombie Have No Fear the highest possible rating a book can receive! Fritz Fombie Have No Fear was given 5 stars. I will post the Portland Book Review when it appears on their website on August 12th. I'm feeling great right now! What an awesome surprise! I want to thank everyone for your encouragement. Take care.
Check my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear by clicking on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
Check my book Fritz Fombie Have No Fear by clicking on the link below.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/150848192x
