Renée Paule's Blog, page 7
October 16, 2017
Giveaway Just Begun - Open to Everyone!
Hi Everyone.
A giveaway for a paperback copy of 'The Frightened Little Flower Bud' has just begun. Please note that this is an American spelling version Enter here.

This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Good luck to you :)
A giveaway for a paperback copy of 'The Frightened Little Flower Bud' has just begun. Please note that this is an American spelling version Enter here.

This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Good luck to you :)
Published on October 16, 2017 05:27
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Tags:
children, fear, flowers, giveaway, nature, picture-book, well-being
October 13, 2017
Giveaway - The Frightened Little Flower Bud
Hi Everyone.
A giveaway for a paperback copy of The Frightened Little Flower Bud ends on 15th October 2017 (British spelling version). Enter here.
Another giveaway will begin the following day for a copy of the American spelling version. Enter here.

This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Good luck to you :)
A giveaway for a paperback copy of The Frightened Little Flower Bud ends on 15th October 2017 (British spelling version). Enter here.
Another giveaway will begin the following day for a copy of the American spelling version. Enter here.

This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Good luck to you :)
Published on October 13, 2017 06:37
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Tags:
childrens, picture-book
October 6, 2017
Liber Bookshop - Thank you
It's a wonderful feeling to see your book displayed in such a well known book shop. Thank you Liber for your support and generosity. See their Facebook post

October 4, 2017
Giveaway On Twitter - Ends Friday
Hi All,
I am giving away a copy of The Frightened Little Flower Bud on Twitter. Just follow and retweet this post The winner will be chosen at random at 5pm on Friday 6th October 2017 UK time.

Good luck to you!
I am giving away a copy of The Frightened Little Flower Bud on Twitter. Just follow and retweet this post The winner will be chosen at random at 5pm on Friday 6th October 2017 UK time.

Good luck to you!
September 29, 2017
Your First Book May Not Be Ready for Primetime
BookWorks feature on my self-publishing experience.
"In the latest installment of our Notes From the Field Series, FEATURED AUTHOR Renée Paule gives us an intimate look at her writing journey. She shares how her first book never made it to publication (having met a tragic fate) but served its purpose in paving the way for the books that followed. Now here’s Renée … "
https://www.bookworks.com/2017/09/fir...
"In the latest installment of our Notes From the Field Series, FEATURED AUTHOR Renée Paule gives us an intimate look at her writing journey. She shares how her first book never made it to publication (having met a tragic fate) but served its purpose in paving the way for the books that followed. Now here’s Renée … "
https://www.bookworks.com/2017/09/fir...
Published on September 29, 2017 01:34
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Tags:
bookworks, feature, indie-publishing
September 27, 2017
Ebook is now Available - 'The Frightened Little Flower Bud'
The Frightened Little Flower Bud is now available to buy in ebook format on Amazon
There is also an American spelling version.

The paperback will be available worldwide over the next few days. It can however, be bought directly from Createspace now - the price is in US dollars.
British Spelling
American Spelling
This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
We do hope you enjoy it <3
Renée Paule & G R Hewitt
There is also an American spelling version.

The paperback will be available worldwide over the next few days. It can however, be bought directly from Createspace now - the price is in US dollars.
British Spelling
American Spelling
This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
We do hope you enjoy it <3
Renée Paule & G R Hewitt
Published on September 27, 2017 08:00
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Tags:
activity-books, children, flowers, lifecycle, mother-nature, nature, picture-books, wildflower
September 25, 2017
A White Rainbow - Yes, You Read That Right!
Did you know there was such a thing as a white rainbow?
Images are on my Facebook link.
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Images are on my Facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/ReneePauleBo... …
Published on September 25, 2017 02:08
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phenomenon, rainbow
September 19, 2017
'The Frightened Little Flower Bud' - Giveaway
There's a giveaway just started for The Frightened Little Flower Bud (Ends Oct 15th) This giveaway is not open to people in the US or Canada as it's a British spelling version.
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...

There will be another giveaway shortly for an American version The Fearful Little Flower Bud (begins 16th October - ends 15th November 2017. This giveaway will be open to everyone.
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...
Unfortunately, Goodreads will not allow the two giveaways to run concurrently.
This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Best of luck to you all <3
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...

There will be another giveaway shortly for an American version The Fearful Little Flower Bud (begins 16th October - ends 15th November 2017. This giveaway will be open to everyone.
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...
Unfortunately, Goodreads will not allow the two giveaways to run concurrently.
This book is for ages 4 to 99+
The story begins with a seed landing in a pretty garden where it begins to grow and eventually forms a little flower bud. But, the little flower bud becomes frightened of things she ‘hears on the wind’; such as the sun that might scorch her petals, the rain that might spoil them, the wind that might blow them away - so the flower doesn’t want to bloom. However, all flowers must bloom, and as the little flower bud opens her petals she overcomes her fears one by one.
The more we think about our fears, the more they overwhelm us. This book teaches children (of all ages) that fear is just a feeling that holds them back from living their lives to the full.
To add to the fun and develop observational skills there’s a ‘Did You See?’ activity page at the back with objects from the book that children may not have noticed whilst reading it. There are also some simple questions that can be asked of children, encouraging them to think about what they’ve read. The skill level required is ‘easy’.
Best of luck to you all <3
Published on September 19, 2017 20:12
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Tags:
children, flowers, giveaway, lifecycle, mother-nature, nature, picture-books, wildflower
September 7, 2017
Giveaway Complaint! Again!
My giveaway for two copies of On The Other Hand finished several minutes ago and yet AGAIN the winners entered in the LAST MINUTE - this happens for all my giveaways. As Goodreads closes giveaways at 8.00am (UK Time) odds are winners will be in the Unites States, which the majority of my winners are - both in this case. Goodreads, you're not listening and your system is not fair to ALL entrants.
Please see previous threads on this subject. First one is here.
https://www.goodreads.com/author_blog...
Much love as always <3
Renée
Please see previous threads on this subject. First one is here.
https://www.goodreads.com/author_blog...
Much love as always <3
Renée
September 6, 2017
Giveaway Ending
I have a giveaway for On The Other Hand coming to an end in just over 18 hours. Remember, late entrants - in my experience - always win!
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...
Good luck :)
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...
Good luck :)
Published on September 06, 2017 04:59