Santa and the Little Teddy Bear

Santa and the Little Teddy Bear is the charming tale of Bilbo, the teddy bear who has been passed over (yet again) as the shop in which he resides closes for business on Christmas Eve.  Bilbo's only dream is to become a special gift on Christmas.  But over time, as Bilbo has waited on the shelves to be purchased, he has become "damaged goods." Now on the clearance shelf, with great sadness, he realizes that yet another Christmas shopping season has come and gone... and he fears he may never have the opportunity to bring someone Christmas joy.  When Santa arrives in Bilbo's shop, Bilbo is ecstatic!  With great delight, he is taken on a grand adventure as he helps Santa with his Christmas Eve tasks.  Bilbo travels around the world, helping Santa deliver presents to good little boys and girls everywhere.  As they make their journey, Bilbo experiences various cultures and landmarks, while being reminded of the true meaning of Christmas.  Christmas carols, some classic and some obscure, are skillfully woven within the text of this beautifully written and illustrated book. 

Santa and the Little Teddy Bear, written and illustrated by Peter John Lucking, earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

Yvonne Capitelli

 on her award winning book:

Daria Rose and The Day She Chose

www.dariarosebooks.com

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WRITING?

As a young girl I was always writing poems. One of my dreams was that one day I would be an author of children's books.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BEGIN WRITING?

As a child my favorite class was English. It gives me joy to write my thoughts and feelings down on paper. Writing makes me happy whether it’s a poem, writing in a journal or my inspiring children’s books.

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR AWARD WINNING TITLE, Daria Rose and The Day She Chose?   

When my daughter Daria was in third grade, she would often bring friends home after school to do homework. They would sit at the kitchen table and we would talk about their day. I was surprised at the various conflicts they were facing at such an early age. That’s when I decided I would bring together my love of helping children and my dream of writing children’s books. My amazing girl is definitely my inspiration.

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE AUTHOR AND WHY?

Two of my favorite children’s books are The Giving Tree, by Shel Silverstein and One Enchanted Evening, by Mark Kimball Moulton.

I enjoy books that inspire me to be a better person like The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. The agreements are: Be impeccable with your word, Don’t take anything personally, Don’t make assumptions and Always do your best.

Another fun and inspiring book is The Knight in Rusty Armor by Robert Fisher. It is a very short story of a desperate Knight in search of his true self.

WHAT OTHER BOOKS HAVE YOU PUBLISHED?

I Get It! I Get It! How John Figures It Out will be released in January 2012.

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF:

I love my family, laughing, doing anything creative, being by the ocean, taking a nap with the sun on my face, chocolate, helping others and positive thinking. I do not believe in the word can’t. I feel that with faith and determination I can figure anything out!

DO YOU HAVE ANY NEW BOOKS IN THE WORKS?

I’m working on the second book of my Daria Rose Series as well as a Daria Rose chapter book series.

I Get It! I Get It! How John Figures It Out. Is a story of one boy’s journey and triumph with Auditory Processing Disorder. It will be available January 2012 at www.dariarosebooks.com and Amazon.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR OTHER ASPIRING AUTHORS?

Write about what you're passionate about. Even before I had my own child, I loved children. I want to inspire children to be kind, confident, determined and realize the power they have within. My love of children and writing come together in my Daria Rose Series.

CAN YOU OFFER ANY TIPS ON HOW TO GET PUBLISHED?

Be determined and patient. It took two years for me to publish Daria Rose and The Day She Chose.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS?

Follow your dreams and never ever give up because all things are possible. You need to set your mind on the goal and take one step at a time. Don’t waste time thinking about what’s difficult. Concentrate on the solution and before you know it, you’ll reach your goal.

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

EVELYN ROTHSTEIN

On her Award Winning Title . . .
DAVE LEARNS SPANISH

AUTHOR'S NAME:  Evelyn Rothstein

TITLE OF LITERARY CLASSICS AWARD WINNING BOOK:  Dave Learns Spanish

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WRITING?
About 30 years.
 
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BEGIN WRITING PROFESSIONALLY?
I was a very poor writer throughout my school years.  But many years later when I was a classroom teacher, I had no ideas about how to teach my students to write.  I was frustrated when I had the good fortune of attending a workshop given by two people.   Their message was simple:  You learn to write when you have TEACHERS who TEACH you to write, not ask you.  With this message, I began to learn teaching strategies that first benefited me, then eventually benefited my students.  In 1980 I wrote my first book for teachers called TEACHING WRITING.

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR BOOK Dave Learns Spanish ?
Several years ago, having written several books for teachers, I decided I wanted my grandchildren to know about my parents, or as I said to my grandchildren, “Your Daddy’s grandma and grandpa.  Luckily both my parents had told me numerous stories about their childhood and growing up and I retained all of them.

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE AUTHOR AND WHY?
Victor Hugo who wrote empathetically and dramatically about the struggles of poor people in France of the middle ages through the times of Napoleon.  He brought every character to life, those with compassion and those who practiced cruelty.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK... AND WHY?
Les Miserables by Victor Hugo.  The central character is Jean Valjean, an ex-convict for the crime of stealing a loaf of bread for his sister and her children.  Upon freedom from jail after 19 years, he seeks a path of what he calls redemption, but finds obstacles.  Then through his rescue of an orphaned child, Cosette, he finds the goal of his life.
 
HAVE YOU PUBLISHED ANY OTHER BOOKS?
Writing As Learning
Write for Mathematics
English Grammar Instruction That Works
My Great Grandma Clara
My Great Grandpa Dave
Dave the Boxer
Clara Becomes a Citizen
Clara’s Great War


TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF:
I’m an Educational Consultant who has worked with teachers and students in numerous school districts throughout the United States and in the last few years have presented in France, Spain, Turkey, and the United Kingdom.

DO YOU HAVE ANY NEW BOOKS IN THE WORKS?
Evelyn and the Two Evas -  It will out in about six months from Marble House Editions

For teachers, I have just completed DEFINING EXCELLENCE: CULTURAL RELEVANCE FOR 21ST CENTURY STUDENTS.  Will be out in January.

WHAT CHALLENGES DO YOU FACE AS AN AUTHOR?
Getting my books marketed in a world of competition.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS?
Write about what you know.  That’s what I tell young students and then always get great writing.

DO YOU EVER SUFFER FROM WRITER'S BLOCK?
No block, as much as working up the energy.  Writing is hard work.  It’s not like speaking.

CAN YOU OFFER ANY TIPS ON HOW TO GET PUBLISHED?
This is tough.  One way is to partner with an emerging publisher who you believe has publishing talent.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS?
Don’t be discouraged and never let anyone tell you “you can’t write”.  Yes you can.  Just be sure you write from what you know.

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

AUTHOR'S NAME:  K.C. Hilton

TITLE OF AWARD WINNING BOOK:  The Magic of Finkleton

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WRITING?

I’ve had a journal since I was a little girl although I officially started writing about three years ago.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BEGIN WRITING?

Typically I would have a dream and write it down in my journal. But one dream kept nagging at me and I didn’t know what I was supposed to do about it. I ended up at my computer and wrote it in more detail. What I had written was a 50 page draft. When I write, I see everything like a movie playing in my head and all I need to do is describe it. That was the beginning of my writing.

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR AWARD WINNING TITLE The Magic of Finkleton?

-The idea of the hourglasses came to me in a dream and I woke up confused about them. Hourglasses show how much time has passed and they do not control the weather. It was unusual. Why would I dream about them anyway? I thought it was different and I loved the idea of magical hourglasses. It was a wonderful dream. I now have an hourglass sitting on my desk.

-I visited England three times and Bath, England was my favorite.  The little shops were adorable and I have tons of photos.

-When I was in grade school, I met a girl with the last name Finkle. I thought her last name was pretty awesome and it styed with me. Also, my another one of my childhood friend's name was Elizabeth. And she preferred to be called Lizzy. Lizzy also had blonde curly hair, just like Elizabeth (Lizzy) Finkle.

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE AUTHOR?

When I was a teenager I loved S.E. Hinton. The Outsiders was my favorite book because I could relate to the East and West side growing up in Aurora, Illinois. As an adult I love so many more authors, but I would have to say Diana Gabaldon. I love her Outlander series. It’s based on time travel, history and romance. Her research is impeccable.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK?

I’m going to say two books:

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. Who wouldn’t love to travel back in time?

Waterfall by Lisa T. Bergren. Again, who wouldn’t love to travel back in time?

HAVE YOU PUBLISHED ANY OTHER BOOKS?

90 Miles to Freedom

http://amzn.com/1463566492

90 Miles to Freedom is Contemporary Adult Fiction. The main character is older than required for Young Adult Fiction, although that was the intended audience when I wrote it.

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF:

I help my husband with the family business, which is a full time job, six days a week. I have my photography and I’m also a Master Barber. Sometimes people are amazed when they discover the many things I love to do. I sum them all up as being Artistic.

DO YOU HAVE ANY NEW BOOKS IN THE WORKS?

Return to Finkleton is the next book in the Finkleton series. I’m currently writing it and I have also written the first chapter in the third book. I couldn’t wait! It’s just so exciting living in the world of Finkleton. It’s due to be released in the spring of 2012 and will be available through most online retailers such as Amazon and Barnes and Noble. The cover has already been designed and can be seen on my website, blog and Goodreads.

WHAT CHALLENGES DO YOU FACE AS AN AUTHOR?

Finding the time to write has to be the toughest challenge for me. When I work six days a week, take care of the home and family; finding time to write can be hard. So I tend to stay up late at night, when everyone (including the dog) is asleep. Sometimes I'll write until 6am. When I write, time has no meaning and I ignore the clock.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR ASPIRING AUTHORS?

When driving alone, turn the radio off and just think. You’d be surprised with the ideas that just pop into your mind. When you're not writing you should read, read and read. Reading helps me with grammar and and puncuation. It also helps my editor, lol.

DO YOU EVER SUFFER FROM WRITER'S BLOCK?

No. The only thing that blocks me from writing is my adorable dog, Roxy. When I sit at my desk, all she wants to do is play with her favorite ball and she cries if I don't play with her. I have to wait until she's exhausted enough to go to sleep, then I can write.

CAN YOU OFFER ANY TIPS ON HOW TO GET PUBLISHED?

I’m still working on that myself. The Magic of Finkleton is self-published. I sent out about 25 query letters to different Literary Agents, only to receive the normal rejections. I did some research and thought long and hard before I made the decision. I’m still hoping the Finkleton series will be picked up by a publisher. Fingers crossed!

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS?

The audio book teaser is currently on my website and blog. Anyone can listen to the Prologue and First Chapter.  And of course the narrator for Finkleton had to have a British accent. You will also find the book trailer for your viewing pleasure.

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Literary Classics Award Winning Books Announced

Literary Classics Announces Youth Media Top Book Award Winners

RAPID CITY, SD - Literary Classics announced its 2011 selection of top books for children and young adults today.  Award recipients were selected from entries received throughout the world.  The Literary Classics selection committee is proud to recognize the following titles in children's and young adult literature which exemplify the criteria set forth by the Literary Classics Awards committee.

A list of the 2011 award recipients follows:

Best First Picture Book

            The Adventures of Bella and Harry: Let's Visit Paris!

            Written by Lisa Manzione, illustrated by Kristine Lucco

Best Illustrator

            Stripey Follows His Dream

            Written by Gail Melville Shumway,  illustrated by Gail Melville Shumway

Picture Book - Preschool

- Gold Award Recipient

            Feed Your Fish!

            Written by Michael Madlener, illustrated by Patrick Reeves

Picture Book - Early Reader

- Gold Award Recipient

            Wacky Jacky: The True Story of An Unlikely Beauty Queen

            Written by Jaclyn Stapp, illustrated by Kristine Lucco

- Silver Award Recipient

            The Golden Pathway

            Written by Donna M. McDine,  illustrated by K.C. Snider

Special Interest, Activity Book

- Gold Award Recipient

            Monster Removal Guide

            Written by Garett Gruber, illustrated by Patrick Carlson

Special Interest, Cultural Issues

- Gold Award Recipient

            Dave Learns Spanish

            Written by Evelyn Rothstein

Special Interest, Educational

- Gold Award Recipient

            My Body is Special and Belongs to Me

            Written by Sally Berenzweig, MEd, MA & Cherie Benjoseph, LCSA     Illustrated by Lilah Cohen

Special Interest - Female Audience

- Gold Award Recipient

            The Ruby Red Slippers

            Written by DeeDee Fox, illustrated by DeeDee Fox

Special Interest, Self Esteem

- Gold Award Recipient

            Daria Rose and The Day She Chose

            Written by Yvonne Capitelli,  illustrated by Sherri Forrester Baldy

Fiction, Pre-Teen

- Gold Award Recipient

            The Magic of Finkleton

            Written by K.C. Hilton,

- Silver Award Recipient

            Ivy, Homeless in San Francisco

            Written by Summer Brenner

Mystery Pre-Teen

- Gold Award Recipient

            The Secret of the Sacred Scarab

            Written by Fiona Ingram

Faith Based, Young Adult

- Gold Award Recipient

            Muted Grey

            Written by Dianna L. Young

Literary Classics, an organization dedicated to furthering excellence in literature, takes great pride in its role to help promote classic literature which appeals to youth, while educating and encouraging positive values in the impressionable young minds of future generations.  Judging is based upon the criteria set forth by Literary Classics' highly selective awards committee which honors books promoting character, vision, creativity and learning, through content which possesses key elements found in well-crafted literature.

The Literary Classics judging committee consists of experts with backgrounds in publishing, writing, editing, design, illustration, and book reviewing.   To learn more about Literary Classics, visit their website at www.literaryclassicsawards.com.

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Literary Classics Book Award Finalists Announced

Literary Classics announces youth media award winners

RAPID CITY, SD - Literary Classics announced its 2011 selection of top book finalists for children and young adults today.  The list includes finalists from entries received all over the world.  The Literary Classics selection committee is proud to recognize the following titles in children's and young adult literature which exemplify the criteria set forth by the Literary Classics Awards committee.

A list of the 2011 award finalists follows:

My Body is Special and Belongs to Me
Written by Sally Berenzweig, MEd, MA & Cherie Benjoseph, LCSW,
illustrated by Lilah Cohen

Ivy, Homeless in San Francisco
Written by Summer Brenner

Daria Rose and The Day She Chose
Written by Yvonne Capitelli, illustrated by Sherri Forrester Baldy

The Ruby Red Slippers
Written by DeeDee Fox, illustrated by DeeDee Fox

Monster Removal Guide
Written by Garett Gruber, illustrated by Patrick Carlson

The Magic of Finkleton
Written by K.C. Hilton

The Secret of the Sacred Scarab
Written by Fiona Ingram

Feed Your Fish!
Written by Michael Madlener, illustrated by Patrick Reeves

The Adventures of Bella and Harry: Let's Visit Paris!
Written by Lisa Manzione, illustrated by Kristine Lucco

The Golden Pathway
Written by Donna M. McDine,  illustrated by K.C. Snider

Dave Learns Spanish
Written by Evelyn Rothstein

Stripey Follows His Dream
Written by Gail Melville Shumway,  illustrated by Gail Melville Shumway

Wacky Jacky: The True Story of an Unlikely Beauty Queen
Written by Jaclyn Stapp, illustrated by Kristine Lucco

Muted Grey
Written by Dianna L. Young

All final award levels and categories will be announced October 15, 2011.

Literary Classics, an organization dedicated to furthering excellence in literature, takes great pride in its role to help promote classic children's literature which appeals to youth, while educating and encouraging positive values in the impressionable young minds of future generations.  Judging is based upon the criteria set forth by Literary Classics' highly selective awards committee which honors books promoting character, vision, creativity and learning, through content which possesses the key elements found in well-crafted literature.

The Literary Classics judging committee is comprised of experts with backgrounds in publishing, writing, editing, design, illustration, and book reviewing.

Feels like being wrapped in a big hug!

Froggy Fun, by Treva Jean Edwardson and illustrated by Carolina Seth, is the heartwarming tale of two frogs who live in the fanciful land of Fernleaf Forest.  This rhyming picture book, illustrated with wonderfully engaging and expressive characters, is a delightful story full of warmth and charm.  Franny, who is Freddy's biggest fan, does her best to encourage her friend to play his autoharp for the others in Fernleaf Forest.  Freddy however, is too shy and only shares his musical talent with her.   When Franny and Freddy become separated during a game of hide-and-seek, Freddy fears he may never find his dear friend Franny ever again.  Later, when the two are reunited, Freddy is so elated that he plays a joyful tune in celebration.   All the woodland creatures in Fernleaf Forest, including the flowers, join along in the happy song as their hearts swell with joy.

Beautifully and reverently told, Edwardson has penned a story rooted in love and steeped in devotion in this lyrical book. 

Froggy Fun is  also available in an audio format which may be downloaded with a coupon code once the book has been purchased.  The author, in her enchanting audio version of this book, is simply fabulous.  While participating in the audio version of this book, one can't help but feel as though they've been wrapped in a big hug. 

This book earns the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval, a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

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The Golden Pathway, a tale of compassion and courage.

The Golden Pathway, written by Donna M. McDine and illustrated by KC Snider, is an inspiring story of a young boy, named David, who helps his father's slave escape to freedom.  Day after day, David watches from a distance as his alcoholic father brutally and mercilessly beats their slave, Jenkins, who is just a boy himself.  David knows all too well that the beatings will only continue and becomes concerned that Jenkins may not survive the onslaught of physical abuse.  Eventually David finds a way, with the aid of those operating the underground railroad, to help Jenkins escape his life of slavery and affliction

The Golden Pathway is a tale of compassion and courage.  This book earns the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval, a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

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Messages, by John Michael Hileman, earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval

John Michael Hileman's, Messages

When David Chance starts seeing mystical "messages" hidden within an otherwise ordinary onslaught of daily texts, his life is immediately turned upside-down.  With bizarre events taking place in his life as a result of the messages, Chance explores his beliefs and doubts while struggling with his own free will as he acts upon faith regarding the source of the messages.

Messages, by John Michael Hileman, is a high-energy, fast-paced work of fiction, packed with grit and substance.  This edge-of-your-seat suspense thriller will entice readers from the first page to the last.  Hileman's book, Messages, becomes ever more engrossing with each mind-bending twist of its engaging plot.

This book is a must read, and earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval, a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

Literary Classics, an organization dedicated to furthering excellence in literature, takes great pride in its role to help promote classic literature.   To learn more about Literary Classics, you may visit their website at www.literaryclassicsreviews.com

 
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The Secret of the Sacred Scarab earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval

The Secret of the Sacred Scarab

by Fiona Ingram

The Secret of the Sacred Scarab offers a veritable treasure trove of fantasy and intrigue for young readers.  When young cousins, Adam and Justin, take off on a tour through Egypt with their aunt and grandmother, they have their hearts set on adventure.  As their journey begins, the boys encounter a mysterious man who disappears into the crowd before they have a chance to pay him for the scarabs he tries to sell to them.  As the story unfolds, they uncover hidden secrets, buried treasure and more.  Replete with kidnapping, robberies, hidden doors, quick sand, and so much more, kids will surely be captivated by this gripping tale which is as compelling as it is educational.

This book earns the Literary Classics Seal of Approval, a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.


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The Magic of Finkleton earns the CLC Seal of Approval

Children's Literary Classics is pleased to announce that the children's chapter book, The Magic of Finkleton, written by KC Hilton, has been selected to receive the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval.  The CLC Seal of Approval is a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

The Magic of Finkleton, by KC Hilton, takes young readers on an exciting literary adventure.

Siblings, Robert, Jack and Lizzy are plunged into a world of intrigue when their house is destroyed in a thunderstorm, a disaster which befalls them at precisely the same time their Great Uncle dies, bequeathing them his home and general store in the picture-perfect town of Finkleton.  Soon after moving into the living quarters above their uncle's shop, they begin discovering magical secrets hidden inside.  As they slowly unravel the mystery of Finkleton, the children learn a secret which has been kept in the Finkle family for generations.  Vowing to keep their secret safe, the three work together to help keep the magic of Finkleton alive.

KC Hilton has created a vibrant tale of intrigue which is sure to ignite enthusiasm in the minds of young readers. 

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An inspiring message for young children to reach for and attain their dreams

Dave Learns Spanish is the story of a young man growing up in the 1920's in New York City who doesn't want to settle by taking an ordinary job. He decides he'd like to learn Spanish and possibly travel to Panama or Cuba some day. Fueled by passion and a single-minded determination to succeed, he devotes nearly all his time and energy into learning to speak Spanish. As he begins to teach himself the language, he quickly learns that he can recognize the meanings of many of the Spanish words, a point which is demonstrated throughout the book, as both the English and Spanish versions of a sentence are shown.

Dave Learns Spanish is based upon the true story of the author's father, who eventually went on to master twenty languages.

This is a wonderful story with an inspiring message for young children to reach for and attain their dreams.

Dave Learns Spanish earns the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval, a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

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A Red-Eyed Tree Frog's Adventure in the Rainforest

Stripey Follows His Dream, takes readers on a photographic journey through the rain forest. As Stripey, a nocturnal red-eyed tree frog, endeavors to follow his dream of exploring the rainforest during daylight, he encounters all sorts of other jungle creatures along the way. The photographic images within this book are absolutely spectacular! Author, Gail Melville Shumway, who has an impressive list of photographic credits to her name, has compiled a fantastic collection of images for use within this book.

This book, while full of fascinating photographic images, is also chock-full of interesting tidbits about the rainforest and its inhabitants.

Children's Literary Classics is pleased to announce that the children's picture book, Stripey Follows His Dream, a photographic adventure by Gail Melville Shumway,  has been selected to receive the Children's Literary Classics Seal of Approval.  The CLC Seal of Approval is a designation reserved for those books which uphold the rigorous criteria set forth by the Children's Literary Classics review committee, a team comprised of individuals with backgrounds in publishing, editing, writing, illustration and graphic design.

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A delightful book with an important message about homelessness

Ivy, Homeless in San Francisco, is a delightful book with an important message.  Following her mother's death, young Ivy and her father are evicted from their home in San Francisco.  Ivy does her best to keep her homelessness a secret to most of her friends at school; yet, her secret is not easily kept.  Ivy and her father, Poppy, encounter many wonderful and caring people as they struggle to survive.  But they also encounter many people who make inaccurate assumptions about them, often causing them great harm in their quest to rise from the desperation of their current situation.  Often witty, occasionally heart-wrenching, this book offers insight into the lives of those who must endure living in shelters and on the streets. 

Summer Brenner's account of a homeless girl and her father living on the streets is both revealing and heartwarming.

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Children's Literary Classics Book Award deadline is fast approaching

If you are an author or illustrator of a children's or young adult book, you understand the value of a third party endorsement for your book.  

In an effort to encourage and promote fine children’s literature, we have created the International Children’s Literary Classics Children's Book Awards program.   Our selection committee is proud to recognize those titles in children's literature which exemplify the criteria set forth by the CLCA committee.

 

As a recipient of the International Children's Literary Classics Award, your children's book will receive added recognition through press releases as well as exposure on this website and through our blogsite.  Also available to all award recipients is the option to purchase foil imprinted labels with the Children's Literary Classics Book Award logo, indicating your book has been recognized as one worthy of this prestigious award.  PDF files, for use in future printing are also available to all book award recipients. 

Children's Literary Classics award honorees will also be presented with a certificate of award, signed by the selection committee chairperson, bearing the CLC Award Seal.  This attractive certificate of recognition, is printed on high quality archival paper and is suitable for framing. 

The credibility and recognition derived from being a Children's Literary Classics International Book Award honoree, will provide immeasurable opportunities for promoting your children's book as well as yourself as an author, poet, or illustrator.  

 

The deadline for the CLC Book Awards is August 1, 2011

Don't delay, submit your entry today.

For more information visit our website at www.clcawards.org

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