Bonnie Ferrante's Blog, page 46
January 1, 2017
Have a Fabulous 2017
Wishing you peace, fulfillment and happiness in the new year. ©Bonnie Ferrante (Image from work in progress “Action Alphabet.”
Have a Fabulous 2007
Wishing you peace, fulfillment and happiness in the new year. ©Bonnie Ferrante (Image from work in progress “Action Alphabet.”
December 31, 2016
Top Ten Picture Books I Reviewed in 2016 – #1 to 3
Click on the cover to buy the book. #1 Priceless Penny by Lauren Kramer-Theuerkauf. Illustrated by James Sell. The cover of this book catches your eye right away. It features a bright picture of a large eye dog, ears up, tongue hanging out, grin on her goofy little face. Then you notice that her left paw … Continue reading Top Ten Picture Books I Reviewed in 2016 – #1 to 3
December 30, 2016
How Do You Deal with an Unfair Father? – The Passover Surprise by Janet Ruth Heller. Illustrations by Ronald Coffman. Book Review.
Click here to buy The Passover Surprise This is an early chapter book with some simple black-and-white illustration suitable for children aged seven and eight. In The Passover Surprise, a brother, John, and sister, Lisa, compete to win a special stamp collecting book from their father. In order to prove their worthiness, they both work … Continue reading How Do You Deal with an Unfair Father? – The Passover Surprise by Janet Ruth Heller. Illustrations by Ronald Coffman. Book Review.
December 29, 2016
Top Ten Picture Books I reviewed in 2016 – #4 to 10
Click on the cover to buy the book. #4 Pigs Aplenty, Pigs Galore! By David MacPhail. So few writers can write well in rhyme that some publishers refuse to even look at rhyming books. It is a difficult style to accomplish but David MacPhail does it with finesse. The message of forgiveness, inclusion, and unconditional … Continue reading Top Ten Picture Books I reviewed in 2016 – #4 to 10
December 28, 2016
Powerful True Stories in Their Own Words: Author Eileen Doyon Three Random Questions Interview
Eileen Doyon’s series is Unforgettable Faces and Stories. She has released six books, Dedications: Dads and Daughters/2013, Keepsakes; Treasures from the Heart/2013, Best Friends: Forever and Ever/2013, Pet Tales: Unconditional Love/2014 listed on Amazons Best Sellers list, Letters To Heaven/2015, also listed on Amazons Best Sellers list, and most recent, The Second My Life Changed … Continue reading Powerful True Stories in Their Own Words: Author Eileen Doyon Three Random Questions Interview
December 27, 2016
Top Three Middle Grade Books I Reviewed in 2016
#1 A Tunnel in the Pines by Lucia Greene. Click on the cover to buy the book. As the situation unfolds, the reader is reassured that tragedy is on the way but how big and how final isn’t revealed until the end. Lucia Greene is a polished, skillful writer whose words reel you in and keep … Continue reading Top Three Middle Grade Books I Reviewed in 2016
December 26, 2016
The Perfect Merge of Two Cultures: A is for Africa written by Michael I. Samulak. Illustrated by Sswaga Sendiba. Book Review.
Click here to buy A is for Africa I love when I discover a unique and interesting picture book. A is for Africa stands alone in my experience. There is a fascinating story of the creation of this book especially as it pertains to the ethnic gorgeous illustrations. I love how the author totally avoided … Continue reading The Perfect Merge of Two Cultures: A is for Africa written by Michael I. Samulak. Illustrated by Sswaga Sendiba. Book Review.
December 25, 2016
Being Santa Isn’t Easy. Recycled Sundays.
Although people often criticize the Santa Claus figure for intensifying the commercialism of Christmas, I enjoyed his special magic. I confess I was one of the greedy children who boldly listed numerous presents, numbered in order of desirability, with appropriate locations and prices. On Christmas, I tabulated the haul beside my stocking with my requests. … Continue reading Being Santa Isn’t Easy. Recycled Sundays.
December 24, 2016
Top Three Young Adult Books I Reviewed in 2016
#1 Radical by E.M. Kokie. This realistic contemporary novel is for mature young adults and up. I say that because it has some light lesbian sexual interplay. But it is a worthy read for any young adult especially those concerned about an upcoming societal collapse. Click the cover to buy the book. #2 The Ugly … Continue reading Top Three Young Adult Books I Reviewed in 2016
