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Cinderella Spinderella: Autumn Edition
Wicked Stepsisters, a rocking fairy godmother, and a very unusual chauffeur, it's sure to be a family favorite for years to come. You and your children will enjoy the story that has enthralled thousands upon thousands of listeners of all ages and backgrounds for more than a decade! This 52 page illustrated book can be read to Kindergarteners or read by Third graders! Author Mark Binder began creating Cinderella Spinderella when he was telling stories to ethnically diverse audiences in Boston and disabled youngsters in Newport. In the award-winning ebook, there were 25 possible variations. In print, you will chose from one of five seasonal versions: Autumn/African American; Winter/White; Spring/Asian; Summer/Hispanic; and Monsoon/Indian Subcontinent. **This is the Autumn/African American! "Marvelously told, beautifully illustrated." -A.V. Club News "An excellent story and amazing illustrations... A lesson of inclusiveness that is subtle but profound." -Benjamin Franklin Award Committee Award-winning author and story performer, Mark Binder has brought Cinderella into the present, with a powerful variation that will be enjoyed by all ages. Awards for the ebook include: - Digital Book World Finalist - Mom's Choice Silver - Ben Franklin Silver
54 pages, Paperback
First published December 3, 2013
About the author
Mark Binder
48 books17 followersauthor, storyteller, nice guy
Mark Binder writes books for adults, children and families.
He's recently finished THE WORST, a stand-alone middle-grade novel in his "Team Bomb Shelter" series.
His debut YA novel, The Groston Rules has been called, "…an enthralling and entertaining journey…. delightful" -Kirkus Reviews
Mark Binder's other books range widely and include the award-winning: The Council of Wise Women, The Zombie Cat, Cinderella Spinderella and Transmit Joy! (audiobook).
Mark dedicated his first collection, The Bed Time Story Book, "To Max and the players to be named later." Now, he has a blended family with five children, and somehow manages not to be completely overwhelmed (all the time). If his body of work seems somewhat diverse, it's probably a function of the chaos.
Books and stories for families
Mark writes books and perf orms stories for all ages -- kids and adults and mixed audiences alike. Sometimes his stories are traditional or for young kids. Some are original and outrageous and for older groups. Some are a blend.
Mark loves working with listeners of all ages: Adults, Children, Teens, Seniors -- and mixed age groups. He is always amazed at the power spoken and written words have to connect diverse groups with each other.
Writing vs. Storytelling (or Story Performing)
Mark began performing stories while working on his novel, The Brothers Schlemiel . A friend invited him to a storytelling group and he would read them excerpts. They suggested that he try "telling" instead, and when he finally did he fell in love. Mark's live events and spoken-word albums are immediate -- not old-fashioned or dated. If you've never seen one of his "comedy story concerts," listen to the audio, check out the videos and come and see Mark on tour. (For more info: http://markbinder.com/)
Over the years Mark has studied playwrighting at the Trinity Rep Conservatory, mythology at Columbia University, dance with the Adaptors Movement Theater, storytelling with Spalding Gray, Aikido (he has a third degree blackbelt in this martial art for peace), and Yoga. In his spare time he likes to bake bread and pizza and most recently garden.
Fiction for adults
Like many young writers Mark set out to write the great American novel. At the time, he didn't know that Phillip Roth had already written it. He's written a vast reservoir of fictions for adults, ranging from The Brothers Schlemiel to The Buddha Who Wore Keds . His first book, "The Rationalization Diet" was a humorous anti-diet book for adults. It's recently been re-released in an expanded ebook. Other works of fiction and nonfiction are in the pipeline.
The "Official" Brief Bio
Mark Binder writes books for adults, children and families.
He's recently finished THE WORST, a stand-alone middle-grade novel in his "Team Bomb Shelter" series.
His debut YA novel, The Groston Rules has been called, "…an enthralling and entertaining journey…. delightful" -Kirkus Reviews
Mark Binder's other books range widely and include the award-winning: The Council of Wise Women, The Zombie Cat, Cinderella Spinderella and Transmit Joy! (audiobook).
Mark dedicated his first collection, The Bed Time Story Book, "To Max and the players to be named later." Now, he has a blended family with five children, and somehow manages not to be completely overwhelmed (all the time). If his body of work seems somewhat diverse, it's probably a function of the chaos.
Books and stories for families
Mark writes books and perf orms stories for all ages -- kids and adults and mixed audiences alike. Sometimes his stories are traditional or for young kids. Some are original and outrageous and for older groups. Some are a blend.
Mark loves working with listeners of all ages: Adults, Children, Teens, Seniors -- and mixed age groups. He is always amazed at the power spoken and written words have to connect diverse groups with each other.
Writing vs. Storytelling (or Story Performing)
Mark began performing stories while working on his novel, The Brothers Schlemiel . A friend invited him to a storytelling group and he would read them excerpts. They suggested that he try "telling" instead, and when he finally did he fell in love. Mark's live events and spoken-word albums are immediate -- not old-fashioned or dated. If you've never seen one of his "comedy story concerts," listen to the audio, check out the videos and come and see Mark on tour. (For more info: http://markbinder.com/)
Over the years Mark has studied playwrighting at the Trinity Rep Conservatory, mythology at Columbia University, dance with the Adaptors Movement Theater, storytelling with Spalding Gray, Aikido (he has a third degree blackbelt in this martial art for peace), and Yoga. In his spare time he likes to bake bread and pizza and most recently garden.
Fiction for adults
Like many young writers Mark set out to write the great American novel. At the time, he didn't know that Phillip Roth had already written it. He's written a vast reservoir of fictions for adults, ranging from The Brothers Schlemiel to The Buddha Who Wore Keds . His first book, "The Rationalization Diet" was a humorous anti-diet book for adults. It's recently been re-released in an expanded ebook. Other works of fiction and nonfiction are in the pipeline.
The "Official" Brief Bio
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July 19, 2014
In advance, I'd like to say that I didn't read the e-version of this book, I read the print copy. However I did give an e-version to a friend of mine to read with her daughter and I was able to get their feedback on it for this review.
I really liked the idea behind Cinderella Spinderella, which is one of the reasons I agreed to review it. I liked the fact that the reader would get to choose different Cinderellas and different princes for the story. The print version I received to review was the Autumn Cinderella and Prince, but the e-version allows for the reader to choose any season Cinderella and any season prince. I was so intrigued by this that I sent a copy to my friend Crystal to read with her daughter Gabby before I even got a chance to read the book. I'm very glad I did, but I will get to their thoughts in a sec. To see all the different variations check out the Cinderella Spinderella website.
I have to say the print copy was absolutely delightful. Let's start with the story itself.
I love the way the author rewrote Cinderella. The modern spin is nice and, while I really dislike the wicked step-sisters, I did get a kick out of their bickering. I also liked their final punishment. I liked how Eleanor finally overcame her sisters and their horrible treatment. I have to say though my favorite part of the story is when Cinderella meets her fairy godmother. I love her line about the glass slippers.
As for the artwork. I love the vibrant colors and how the pictures take up the page but don't distract from the story. They really are wonderful and fun. In the beginning of the book it showed some of the different pictures that would normally be shown in the e-version. A lot of work went into this book and the pictures are proof.
Gabby and her mom loved the e-version as well. Gabby suffers from Rett's Syndrome and is confined to a
wheelchair, among other physical issues, but she really got involved with the story. She liked picking out her Cinderella and her prince and even helped her mom turn the pages. Crystal liked how the book was truthful in how people treat people with disabilities and didn't try to sugar coat it, but how in the end Cinderella was able to show them how wrong they were. To directly quote her:
" It made me angry [the treatment of Cinderella]. But also hopeful that kids can see that children/people in wheelchairs can be every bit as much of a princess as anyone else, just like my Gabbers."
To elaborate a bit more on the angry part, she said it only made her angry because she sees people, even her own Gabby, treated this way everyday. Overall she thinks it's a great book and hopes that everyone would get the chance to read it.
I'm really glad that I was able to get this book for Gabby. I'm glad she enjoyed it. I'm also glad that it gives kids a heroine they can relate to. I want to say thank you to Gabby and her mom for letting me know how much they enjoyed the book.
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I received a print copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
I really liked the idea behind Cinderella Spinderella, which is one of the reasons I agreed to review it. I liked the fact that the reader would get to choose different Cinderellas and different princes for the story. The print version I received to review was the Autumn Cinderella and Prince, but the e-version allows for the reader to choose any season Cinderella and any season prince. I was so intrigued by this that I sent a copy to my friend Crystal to read with her daughter Gabby before I even got a chance to read the book. I'm very glad I did, but I will get to their thoughts in a sec. To see all the different variations check out the Cinderella Spinderella website.
I have to say the print copy was absolutely delightful. Let's start with the story itself.
I love the way the author rewrote Cinderella. The modern spin is nice and, while I really dislike the wicked step-sisters, I did get a kick out of their bickering. I also liked their final punishment. I liked how Eleanor finally overcame her sisters and their horrible treatment. I have to say though my favorite part of the story is when Cinderella meets her fairy godmother. I love her line about the glass slippers.
As for the artwork. I love the vibrant colors and how the pictures take up the page but don't distract from the story. They really are wonderful and fun. In the beginning of the book it showed some of the different pictures that would normally be shown in the e-version. A lot of work went into this book and the pictures are proof.
Gabby and her mom loved the e-version as well. Gabby suffers from Rett's Syndrome and is confined to a
wheelchair, among other physical issues, but she really got involved with the story. She liked picking out her Cinderella and her prince and even helped her mom turn the pages. Crystal liked how the book was truthful in how people treat people with disabilities and didn't try to sugar coat it, but how in the end Cinderella was able to show them how wrong they were. To directly quote her:
" It made me angry [the treatment of Cinderella]. But also hopeful that kids can see that children/people in wheelchairs can be every bit as much of a princess as anyone else, just like my Gabbers."
To elaborate a bit more on the angry part, she said it only made her angry because she sees people, even her own Gabby, treated this way everyday. Overall she thinks it's a great book and hopes that everyone would get the chance to read it.
I'm really glad that I was able to get this book for Gabby. I'm glad she enjoyed it. I'm also glad that it gives kids a heroine they can relate to. I want to say thank you to Gabby and her mom for letting me know how much they enjoyed the book.
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I received a print copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
June 18, 2014
We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella and her wicked stepsisters, and the prince who eventually whisks her away from her life of drudgery. Mark Binder has updated this classic fairy tale to capture the attention of today’s tech-savvy children.
Cinderella Spinderella will surely appeal to children of all ethnicities, since they’re now able to choose the Cinderella and Prince they relate to most. Arranged as “seasons”, readers can choose from Asian, African-American, Caucasian, Hispanic or Indian (from the Indian subcontinent) characters. Additionally, Cinderella’s life is made a bit more difficult, since she is confined to a wheelchair.
I’m all for encouraging tolerance and understanding among the most impressionable members of our society - our children. Cinderella Spinderella is an adorable, interactive take on a much-loved classic that will be sure to entertain and teach children at all levels.
eBook Review Gal was given a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Cinderella Spinderella will surely appeal to children of all ethnicities, since they’re now able to choose the Cinderella and Prince they relate to most. Arranged as “seasons”, readers can choose from Asian, African-American, Caucasian, Hispanic or Indian (from the Indian subcontinent) characters. Additionally, Cinderella’s life is made a bit more difficult, since she is confined to a wheelchair.
I’m all for encouraging tolerance and understanding among the most impressionable members of our society - our children. Cinderella Spinderella is an adorable, interactive take on a much-loved classic that will be sure to entertain and teach children at all levels.
eBook Review Gal was given a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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