Charise Mericle Harper's Blog, page 4
August 8, 2011
JAPANESE CUPCAKE
Look what I got in the mail. I wish I could go to Japan and see it on the bookshelf.
August 1, 2011
NEW BOOK OUT TODAY!
Just Grace and The Double Surprise is officially out today.
I couldn't be more excited!
Thank you everyone for supporting this series.
I love writing about Grace.
Hope you like this one.
Best,
Charise
School Library JournalGr 2 4—In this installment, eight-year-old Grace is dealt a "double surprise": her friend Mimi's family adopts a boy instead of a girl as they had expected, and Grace's parents finally say yes to her longtime dream of getting a dog. Readers unfamiliar with adoption will appreciate Grace's humorous, informative primer ("Adopting a new sister is not like shopping in a grocery store"). Harper expertly conveys the emotional ups and downs of welcoming a new family member: Mimi's disappointment at not having a sister mirrors Grace's frustration that her female dog answers only to the name Mr. Scruffers. Harper's humorous black-and-white cartoons suggest Jeff Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (Abrams) and help break up the text into manageable chunks ideal for new chapter-book readers. These simple but charming drawings evoke a typical young girl's notebook or journal doodles, and the accompanying speech bubbles and captions express the spirited heroine's unique perspective. Though Harper has crafted an engaging story, the book's strength lies in its protagonist's strong, distinctive voice. Chapter titles such as "What Happened Next" that are often followed by one-liners like "Craziness!!!" should build readers' confidence. Fans of the series and new readers alike will enjoy Double Surprise. This latest episode is a lighthearted alternative to more serious, instructional books on adoption. A fun, appealing chapter book.—Mahnaz Dar, Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York City.
Buy from amazon
Buy Indiebound
Buy Barnes and Noble
I couldn't be more excited!
Thank you everyone for supporting this series.
I love writing about Grace.
Hope you like this one.
Best,
Charise
School Library JournalGr 2 4—In this installment, eight-year-old Grace is dealt a "double surprise": her friend Mimi's family adopts a boy instead of a girl as they had expected, and Grace's parents finally say yes to her longtime dream of getting a dog. Readers unfamiliar with adoption will appreciate Grace's humorous, informative primer ("Adopting a new sister is not like shopping in a grocery store"). Harper expertly conveys the emotional ups and downs of welcoming a new family member: Mimi's disappointment at not having a sister mirrors Grace's frustration that her female dog answers only to the name Mr. Scruffers. Harper's humorous black-and-white cartoons suggest Jeff Kinney's "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" (Abrams) and help break up the text into manageable chunks ideal for new chapter-book readers. These simple but charming drawings evoke a typical young girl's notebook or journal doodles, and the accompanying speech bubbles and captions express the spirited heroine's unique perspective. Though Harper has crafted an engaging story, the book's strength lies in its protagonist's strong, distinctive voice. Chapter titles such as "What Happened Next" that are often followed by one-liners like "Craziness!!!" should build readers' confidence. Fans of the series and new readers alike will enjoy Double Surprise. This latest episode is a lighthearted alternative to more serious, instructional books on adoption. A fun, appealing chapter book.—Mahnaz Dar, Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York City.
Buy from amazon
Buy Indiebound
Buy Barnes and Noble
July 26, 2011
MAKING A VIDEO FOR AMAZON - Part One
I just finished up making a little video for the Amazon site.
It's going to accompany the newest Just Grace book - Just Grace and The Double Surprise.
My surprise was how long it takes to make a 2 minute and 46 second video.
Here are a few behind the scenes pictures.
I'll post the link when the video is up.
It was super fun to make!!!!
It's going to accompany the newest Just Grace book - Just Grace and The Double Surprise.
My surprise was how long it takes to make a 2 minute and 46 second video.
Here are a few behind the scenes pictures.
I'll post the link when the video is up.
It was super fun to make!!!!
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June 9, 2011
VORACIOUS READER EVENT
I'll be at my one of my favorite bookstores on Sat. at 3:30.
I'll sign your book, have a cup of tea and chat if you like.
They are having a full day of events starting at 10am.
Hope you can stop by.
Best,
Charise
The Voracious Reader
1997 Palmer Avenue,
Larchmont, NY 10538
www.thevoraciousreader.com
I'll sign your book, have a cup of tea and chat if you like.
They are having a full day of events starting at 10am.
Hope you can stop by.
Best,
Charise
The Voracious Reader
1997 Palmer Avenue,
Larchmont, NY 10538
www.thevoraciousreader.com
June 1, 2011
BOOKS OF WONDER EVENT NYC
I'll be at Books of Wonder (A great children's book store in NYC) on Saturday June 5th from 12 to 2pm.
I'll be talking about "The Best Birthday Ever", which is perfect because I'm filled with birthday spirit.
My daughter's birthday was last week and my son's birthday is later this week.
So come on by if you have the chance. I'll be giving away some free goodies.
Here is the book cover in case you are curious.
www.booksofwonder.com
I'll be talking about "The Best Birthday Ever", which is perfect because I'm filled with birthday spirit.
My daughter's birthday was last week and my son's birthday is later this week.
So come on by if you have the chance. I'll be giving away some free goodies.
Here is the book cover in case you are curious.
www.booksofwonder.com
