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What child hasn't dreamed of meeting the elusive Tooth Fairy, Santa, Sandman, and Easter Bunny? Ava wants to invite them all to tea, but how can she? In the style of a classic fairy style, Donna Shepherd wrote "Ava's Secret Tea Party," an imaginative tale sure to enthrall children for years to come. Boys and girls alike will delight in finding the hidden teacups and cookies in the fanciful illustrations and planning their own parties using the kid-friendly recipes and crafts. Suggested age range for readers: 2-5. Click pic to order.
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Review Moment: Bible Origins - The Underground Story - This book is one of the more unusual books I've reviewed as it combines New Testament Bible stories with graphic novels. As a picture book author, I appre...
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DEFIANCE: A Post-Apocalyptic YA Tale of Survival by L.R. Burkard - Gripping. Heart-stopping. I read a couple of chapters of Defiance one night before bedtime and couldn't sleep. I even dreamed of an EMP. Burkard's characte...
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What's New this Month? - We meet the SECOND Tuesday of each month from 7 - 8:30 pm. Invite someone to come with you. Please scroll down to see how we conduct the meetings. Our vol...
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Donna's Sweet Potato Casserole - Just in time for the holidays. The dish most requested by my sister-in-law, Shirley, this concoction is more like a dessert than a vegetable. Don't even th...
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Valentine's Day Coloring Page from Ava and Sandman - **Click on the picture, then print! It will print out full size ready to be colored. If that doesn't work with your printer, right click on the picture,...
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Bradybug - Where Can I Find MY Book? - Bradybug is available any place books are sold. If it's not in stock, just ask for it or order from the publisher here: http://www.guardianangelpublishing....
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Sully's Topsy Tale - Available Now! - Aren't their expressions adorable? It's almost like you can hear them singing. *Sully's Topsy Tale *is now available every place books are sold AND as an...
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Ouch! Sunburn! - *SCROLL DOWN TO WATCH THE TRAILER!* *OUCH! SUNBURN!* by Donna J. Shepherd *A Wings of Faith Children's Book* Author: Donna J. Shepherd Illustrations: Kevin...
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No More Gunk! Picture Book for Ages 4-8 - *No More Gunk!* is a Double Doozie - two books in one! This book is the first for a new imprint of Guardian Angel Publishing. The Health & Hygiene line fe...
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Topsy Turvy Love - Read: Matthew 1:21: *"And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins."* What do you th...
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Ideal Meal - a Fun Thanksgiving Poem - A Thanksgiving poem - for fun! Ideal Meal The Thanksgiving turkey Tasted like jerky With lumpy potatoes And sour tomatoes The dressing too sodden and moist...
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Back to School Coloring Page Featuring Violet from Dotty's Topsy Tale - Do you think Dotty's friend, Violet, from Topsy Turvy Land looks happy about being in school again? Why do you think her name is Violet?*Click on the pictu...
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How Art Is Created in Topsy Turvy Land - *Topsy Turvy Tales* have a unique look created by artist and illustrator, Kevin Scott Collier. Here are examples from a work-in-progress called *Chizzy's T...
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Happy Memorial Day - On this Memorial Day, we gather with humble hearts to remember and honor the brave souls who laid down their lives in service to our country. We thank Yo...
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Nebuchadnezzar has another dream. (Daniel Chapter 4) - Chapter 4 of the book of Daniel is a bit unusual. It is told from King Nebuchadnezzar's point of view, as if he were writing the story himself. So that...
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Victoria Alvear's THE CLEANSING - My dear friend Vicky is celebrating the release of her new historical thriller, THE CLEANSING. I was an early reader for the manuscript when she was workin...
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The Catch-22 of Review Requests - I'm sure you've heard the advice to make sure you get as many reviews as you possibly can, especially on Amazon. You've probably also been told to “as...
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Good Night Sweet Blog - *Mary Connealy* Good night sweet blog. Parting is such sweet sorrow. Yes, Seekerville is closing up. I hate it and I'm ready. This blog has meant so ...
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Modern Dining Set For 6 - You have got modern dining set for 6 image that you are looking for all this time. If you are looking for modern dining set for 6 images, then you have co...
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Picture Book Writing Tips - Writing picture books is similar to that of poetry. Employ an economy of words and lots of rhythm. There are differences, too. In poetry, visual and mus...
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Try new mediums, and you never know what may happen... - Hi everyone! Awhile ago, I decided to purchase some new paints - wanting a little something more opaque, but not as opaque and difficult (for me) as acryli...
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Android 10 untuk Realme 3 Pro Terbaru Telah Hadir. Download disini! - [image: Update Android 10 Realme 3 Pro 2020 download] Mastah Droid - Kabar baik untuk kalian pengguna *Realme 3 Pro*! Setelah sebelumnya si kompetitor Xiaom...
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Asking Debbie Macomber —yep, that Debbie Macomber!— for a Book Endorsement … Patti Stockdale - Although an avid reader and library fan from as far back as I remember, I never dreamt about writing a book of my own. My path […]
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When a Sketch is a Stretch - I'll admit it; I'm a Halloween party-pooper. Dressing up in a costume to me is more torture than fun; best leave that to those who are young...in heart,...
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Amason Best-Selling Author - https://www.amazon.com/Siege-Azalea-Plantation-Book-ebook/dp/B018JOIFRI/ * Amazon Best Sellers Rank:* #47,084 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Pa...
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Another Fabulous Addition To My Library - Wanted to share another book I could not do without as I begin my new novel. Excellent substitutes for overused phrases and words now at my fingerti...
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Cynsations Has Moved - The Cynsations blog has moved and is no longer being updated at Blogger. If you are not automatically redirected, please go to https://cynthialeitichsmith....
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In the Moment - The other night Gracen began reading all of my old blog posts. I sat down with her and we read through all of them together. We had so much fun remember...
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Kid's Magazine Submissions Quick Guide - by Susan Berger Anybody have an article, a story, a poem, a Puzzle or Rebus suitable for a children’s magazine? Here is a list of places where they might b...
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Love Across the Bridge - Any dog lover...actually, any animal lover, knows that to lose a beloved pet is an indescribable grief. I can relate to dogs because I've never had a c...
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Fontina Stuffed Arancini with Spicy Marinara - Fontina Stuffed Arancini with Spicy Marinara. #itkwd #foodiefoto #risotto #rice #riceballs #deepfried #tomato #spicy #marinara #cheese #fontina #appetize...
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Make a Joyful Noise - Make a joyful noise, lift up your voice. Join the happy sounds of nature singing! Enjoy the lovely day, have fun, laugh and play. Give thanks for each ...
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Tolerance: How to Nurture It - Facing the challenges of racism, sexism, and other prejudices in our society can be overwhelming for us adults. For kids, intolerance is even ...
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Cara Membuat Kue Nastar Dan Tips Agar Enak - *Cara Membuat Kue Nastar* - resep kue yang Nastar Lezat lembut empuk juga pasti renyah.cara bagaimana membuat isi kue nanas tidak sulit, berbeda dengan ben...
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The Writing Life with Children's Author Michelle Nott - Before becoming an author, Michelle Nott enjoyed being a French teacher (pre-K to university levels) in the U.S., working for a French company in Paris a...
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Life Just Got Real by Sadie Robertson - About the Book: From *Dancing with the Stars* runner-up and *Duck Dynasty* star Sadie Robertson comes a fun novel about two teenage girls from different...
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SPRING HAS SPRUNG! - We got in the wrong lane one day last week and ended up at the strawberry fields quite by delightful accident. Last year they didn't have strawberries for...
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WHEN I LIED IS LIVE EVERYWHERE!!!!! - TODAY'S THE DAY! IT'S LIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Kate & Oliver get to tell their story to the world! And here are all the links you'll need to get your copy! ...
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Catching Up-2015 - Well, it's been a while since I've been allowed to get my furry paws on moms laptop. To say my humans have been busy would be an understat...
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Babes With A Beatitude: Cuppa Tea and Cupcakes--A Pleasant Way to Celebrat... - Babes With A Beatitude: Cuppa Tea and Cupcakes--A Pleasant Way to Celebrat...: Cuppa Tea and Cupcakes Spring is in the air. Palm Sunday and then Easter are...
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Memorial Day - Thanks to all those who are giving their lives or have given their lives so that we may live free. I only want to add an excerpt from my grandfather's jour...
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How to Read a Poem - Here's a great article on how to read a poem to get the most out of it. http://www.wattpad.com/38221388?utm_source=web%3Areading&utm_medium=facebook&ref_id...
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Visit Our New Blog! - We're happy to announce our new blog. You can now find our new blog online at http://guardianangelchildrensbooks.com/ Hope you'll also check out our ne...
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a new photoblog - Today my Thursday Challenge photo is posted on *my new photoblog*... I'd love it if you dropped by! For a while now I've been hankering after a more phot...
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ANIMAL SOUND MIX-UP Wins the 2013 KART KIDS BOOK AWARD - Animal Sound Mix-up, winner of the 2013 KART KIDS BOOK LIST AWARD. Author Connie Arnold wrote a wonderful book to illustrate about why animals make the sou...
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2013 Pulpwood Queen Book Club Selections, so far - PULPWOOD QUEEN BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS 2013, (so far)! JANUARY Miss Dreamsville and The Collier County Women’s Literary Society by Amy Hill Hearth (new boo...
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The Nutcracker Musical Storybook App By Mouse King Media - This December I plan on reviewing several different versions of E. T. A*. *Hoffman's The Nutcracker. Before I start with the book reviews, I've decided to ...
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Come See Me! - ***If you haven’t read about it, I’ve moved! I know the majority of you have not signed up for the new posts. I hope you will hop over and remedy that. ...
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I've Moved! Will You Join Me at My New Location? - Easy Writer blog has been incorporated into my newly designed website (www.kathimacias.com) in an attempt to simplify things for readers/followers. Everyth...
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SCBWI Art Spot! - Cor!! I am the featured artist in the SCBWI Bulletin this time. Happy dance and everything! Thanks SCBWI. TTFN Hazel
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Father's Day Tribute to My Dad - My Mary “The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name.” John 10:3 I can almost hear him now. It’s as if it were yesterday. Dad would cudd...
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Topsy Turvy Love - Read: Matthew 1:21: *"And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins."* What do you th...
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Ideal Meal - a Fun Thanksgiving Poem - A Thanksgiving poem - for fun! Ideal Meal The Thanksgiving turkey Tasted like jerky With lumpy potatoes And sour tomatoes The dressing too sodden and moist...
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Over 45,000 Votes! NRO: Who Is The Better Conservative Standard Bearer? Sarah Palin 76% Rick Perry 24% - *By Gary P JacksonAn interesting poll from National Review Online. In a week long poll that ended on Tuesday, NRO asked it's readers to chose who ...
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Beagle Bailey spills the beans on mystery author Lauren Carr - Hey, Beagle Bailey. Last year, your brother Ziggy told my readers about how he came to become part of the Carr household. Now, I believe in giving equal t...
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Blog Moved to New Location - Hey Ladies, This blog has been moved to a new location. Visit our new blog at www.blog.ewomen.net We love serving you and hope you continue to follow our...
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How to Avoid the Feeling of Isolation by Conducting Author Visits - "How to Avoid the Feeling of Isolation by Conducting Author Visits" by Donna M. McDine Your writing career is moving at a steady pace, but from time-to-tim...
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“WHERE DO I PUT MY NAME?” - “WHERE DO I PUT MY NAME?” “I didn’t sign up for this!” Is that what you thought when your parent became disabled and you became their sole care-giver...
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One week later...... - No bites yet on auditions, but admittedly this venture is still a work in progress and I've still got some rust to shake off. One of the biggest things ...
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Are Many Popular Children's Books Really Too Scary? - We live in a crazy world, fraught with danger. Many parents are worried about how to ensure their children’s safety and emotional wellbeing. There are wo...
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No Good Deed Goes Unpunished - It's been said that no good deed goes unpunished, and ABC News reports that a 14-year old Florida boy learned that lesson the hard way. Last week, the boy,...
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Snowed In and Losing It! - I've been home from school for two days, and although I enjoy the chance to sleep in on occasion, I think I'm goin' outta my mind with all the snow. Enough...
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Who's Gonna Fill His Shoes? - This entry has nothing to do with the music industry. The last couple of weeks have been spent not only trying to keep up with our family's home life but a...
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Help The Victims of the Haitian Earthquake! - Heroes 4 Haiti is a grassroots movement of artists seeking to raise money for organizations helping victims of the recent Haitian earthquake. Heroes 4 Hait...
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3rd Location - Auburn Hills - We are looking forward to opening our new location in Auburn Hills at the Great Lakes Crossing Mall. We have been working hard to get our 3rd location read...
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