Bonnie Ferrante's Blog, page 45
January 10, 2017
Hilarious and Sweet – Shh! We Have a Plan by Chris Haughton. Book Review.
Click here to buy Shh! We Have a Plan This unusual book is surprisingly addictive. It is such a joy to come across something so unique. The illustrations appear to be cut and paste, done mostly in blue, purple, and black. The only exceptions are the birds. Four oddly shaped characters, three with tassels on … Continue reading Hilarious and Sweet – Shh! We Have a Plan by Chris Haughton. Book Review.
January 9, 2017
Open again for submissions
As of January 9, 2017, I am open again for submissions. Please go here for the details. https://bferrante.wordpress.com/2016/... Book reviews. Interviews. Promotions. Guest posts. Illustration from upcoming book Action Alphabet. Copywrite 2016 Bonnie Ferrante. 
Determined, Funny, & Opinionated: Gianna the Great by Becky Villareal. Book Review.
Click here to buy Gianna the Great This is an early chapter book with intermittent, small cartoonish illustrations. I wondered how the author was going to interest children in a story about finding her genealogical roots. But, the first sentence showed me she knew her target audience. It begins, “I was nosey.” The top half … Continue reading Determined, Funny, & Opinionated: Gianna the Great by Becky Villareal. Book Review.
January 8, 2017
The Only Diet That Works. Recycled Sundays.
Like many people, I spend much of my life concerned about dieting. Not actually dieting, mind you, just concerned about it. The first stage is “awareness.” Or, I realized that the water in the bathtub rises to an unusually high level when I step in. I noticed that my pants are a little tighter. “Oh, … Continue reading The Only Diet That Works. Recycled Sundays.
January 7, 2017
Opposites are Different
Be sure to check out the first video in a series about opposites. It uses graphics and songs relevant to children. There will be five new pairs of opposites in each video. Suitable for ages 3-7. I will be posting the words to the songs. (I know I’m a little raspy and off-key. One … Continue reading Opposites are Different
January 6, 2017
Social Skill Wrapped in Hilarity: Bossy Flossy written and illustrated by Paulette Bogan. Book Review.
Click here to buy Bossy Flossy It is such a great feeling when I find a picture book that both my granddaughter and I enjoy. Bossy Flossy had turned us into Paulette Bogan fans by the third page. Flossy butts heads with everyone, including her toys. The book begins with Flossy standing in the middle of … Continue reading Social Skill Wrapped in Hilarity: Bossy Flossy written and illustrated by Paulette Bogan. Book Review.
January 5, 2017
L M N O Peas by Keith Baker. Book Review.
Click here to buy LMNO Peas This is an adorable, funny alphabet book. It is difficult to come up with original ideas for the ABCs. Amazon.com listed 47,112 results in a search for alphabet books. Keith Baker has designed a unique one using his Peas series. The picture book’s large size emphasizes the tininess of the adorable … Continue reading L M N O Peas by Keith Baker. Book Review.
January 4, 2017
Our Roots Keep Us Strong: Author Becky Villareal Three Random Questions Interview
Becky Villareal taught early childhood in Dallas Independent School District for 23 years. For the past ten years she has been completing family research. She spent the last 10 years working on family research. She has written two books about Gianna the Great. Bonnie Ferrante: Welcome, Becky. Tell us a bit about your writing and your … Continue reading Our Roots Keep Us Strong: Author Becky Villareal Three Random Questions Interview
January 3, 2017
PiBoIdMo – Inspiration and Commitment
If you write picture books and need a boost, why not participate? STORYSTORM 2017 Registration is Open!
January 2, 2017
Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery by Cindy C. Murray. Book Review.
Reader’s Favorite 2016 International Book Award, Silver Medal in the Children – Adventure category. Click here to buy Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery (The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Book 1) The premise of this middle grade novel was intriguing. Their adventurous Aunt Jill sends Sophie and Scottie a picture frame. Like … Continue reading Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery by Cindy C. Murray. Book Review.
