Happy November 2023!
First, here’s some bookish news from October. Also, I hope to hear about what books you have been reading and what plans you have for November 2023.
Let’s get started…
My Recent Book Launch
If you been following page for some time now, you know I just finished a twenty day book launch for my 15th book. What fun we had! I miss my people already and am so very thankful to all those who showed up. 💗
We had these Amazon Ecard winners! Yay! Congratulations everyone! Happy shopping and I hope you get something for yourself or someone you love.
Missed My Book Launch?
If you missed my book launch, we were celebrating these two new books.
(Click on the image below for a closer look on Amazon. Feel free to look around for some of my other titles while you are there, too.)
More Bookish News
Have you heard of the award winning and loving ► children’s author, Mrs. D? She’s amazing and I was given the opportunity to read three of her latest books. Here they are with my reviews.
On Amazon – ► A heartwarming story young and independent readers will love!
I wish I would have had a story like, “Kitten in the Window (Kitten’s Stories Book 1,)” by Mrs. D and illustrated by Saima Malik when I was growing up with all the litters of kitten we had over the years.
We all have our own distinctiveness, whether it be in size, appearance, ability, communication style, or even coloration.
When the sweet calico kitten in this story stood out from her large litter, appearing completely different from her siblings, she had many questions. Feeling disheartened, her mama cat taught her a valuable lesson: every living being on Earth possesses their own distinctiveness that is worthy of celebration.
With its vibrant illustrations and empowering message, this charming children’s book encourages love, acceptance, and the celebration of individuality.
I highly recommend this story for read a louds at home and in the classrooms.
On Amazon ► Based on a true story young readers will love.
“The Day Before Thanksgiving (Kitten’s Stories Book 2,)” written by Mrs. D and illustrated Saima Malik is another adorable tale about an old outside cat and it’s pre-Thanksgiving adventure.
The day before Thanksgiving, a curious little kitten observes the autumn leaves gracefully floating among the autumn skies outside. The day is filled with anticipation and joy, until he witnesses the old outside cat from his window, who unfortunately finds himself a challenging situation. Caught with the surprise of a wild turkey, the old cat’s hunting endeavors take a turn for the worse. Will he survive this great predicament?
I highly recommend this holiday Thanksgiving story for readers at home or in the classrooms.
On Amazon ► Christmas themed story for young and independent readers.
An adorable little kitten couldn’t contain her excitement as she meets a beautiful real Christmas tree waiting to be adorned with decorations in the corner of their garage. She spots an old Christmas tree neglected, abandoned and forgotten in a mass of past years decorations. Which one will be picked?
The illustrations are stunning and are absolutely breathtaking.
“Forgotten Christmas Tree (Kitten’s Stories Book 3,)” written by Mrs. D. and illustrated by Saima Malik has done it again in this cute Kitten series.
Goodreads Challenge Books
Since October, I’ve read the following books for the Goodreads Challenge. (The above children’s books did not count towards the challenge since they were not at least 100 pages.)
I have 14 more books to read before December 31, 2023. Do you think I’ll make it? I sure hope so.
Even though, “The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy (The Penderwicks, #1,”) by Jeanne Birdsall’s is for ages 8 to 12, I really enjoyed this book. I’m looking forward to reading the second one, now.
It’s a magical tale of a fun summer vacation of four sisters and the characters they meet.
I highly recommend these books for home and classroom read a louds.
This book was originally published in 1979. It’s a large, 260 page hardcover book, which would make a great coffee table book.
Since I live in Kansas City, MO, I have known about this greeting card business, Hallmark cards, since their home office is here along with “Halls,” “The Hallmark Channel,” and the shopping center, “Crown Center” became so famous.
If you’d like to learn how Joyce C. Hall started his business and enjoy learning about a “rags to riches” story, you will want to read this one. This was an interesting book and I learned so much from this iconic salesman and his team. He was a man of integrity and ran his company just the same. He valued his employees and his family the most.
Another Barbie Book…
After reading the Ruth Handler’s story about how she invented Barbie, I found this great book to add to my reading list. “Dressing Barbie: A Celebration of the Clothes That Made America’s Favorite Doll and the Incredible Woman Behind Them,” by designer and author Carol Spencer.
This is a large hardcover book with beautiful designs by Spencer. The stories, which spanned over many decades, tells how each outfit inspired the changing times. I found it interesting and fun to read. If you are a Barbie fan, here’s another must read.
I’ve always loved everything Barbie but I still haven’t seen the 2023 movie.
If you have watched it, what were your thoughts? Yay or nah?
Currently Reading…
Hello Beautiful, by Ann Napolitano – (Adult book)
Now, Let’s Hear From You!
What books have you’ve been reading that you’d like to share?
If you celebrate Thanksgiving here in the USA, what plans do you have?
I wish you all a happy holiday. Stay safe and happy travels!
As always,
Happy Reading,
~Rosie
Congrats on your book launch, Rosie! Love how your tale teaches kids the power of the creative process. . I Love the Padavano sisters in ‘Hello, Beautiful” and the author’s earlier book “Dear Edward,” is a powerhouse.
We’re looking forward to our local Friendsgiving celebration after spending the last three Thanksgivings by ourselves at the beach. Happy turkey day to you and yours!
Hi Cat, thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it and I had fun coming up with this concept.
I’m enjoying the sisters in “Hello Beautiful,” too. I’ll look up, “Dear Edward.” I’m always looking for new authors.
What fun you’ll have with your Friendsgiving celebration. Our son and his wife have been hosting one of those for years and they are so great. Not everyone has family close by so these events for them are perfect.
Happy November and enjoy the upcoming holidays! 🙂
What a wonderful book launch, Rosie! And you are my Reading Hero! Wow – you are doing so great – keep it going!! I can’t wait to see what your next writing project will be! Happy November and Thanksgiving! 🤠 🐻 ❤️
Thanks so much, James! I got myself into something reading 50 books this year, huh? It seemed so easy to sign up at the beginning of 2023, but now it’s crunch time to finish the deadline. 🙂
I’m trying to give my brain a break for any writing projects over the upcoming holidays. I’ve been researching how to improve my art which is always fun.
I’m excited to see what you and Little Bear have coming up. I know it will be fantastic!
Happy November and enjoy your weekend.
Loved your book launch! Rooting for you on the Goodreads Challenge. Sounds like you’re well on your way. Read Hello Beautiful about four sisters with interest since family dynamics are always fascinating. Enjoy!
Thanks so much Julie and I was so happy you joined in my book launch. It sure made October go by fast.
I’m not too far in the book, “Hello Beautiful,” but I am just now learning about the four sisters. I like it so far.
Thanks always and have a wonderful, and hopefully a relaxing November. I loved hearing about your trip to Greece. So fascinating. 🙂
Hi Rosie, you are smashing your reading count, you’ll have no problem reaching your goal by the end of December.
I can’t believe you haven’t seen Barbie, it gets a nod from me, I was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed it.
Even though we don’t celebrate it here in Australia, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Hi Sandra, thank you for your confidence in me making my goal. I have a problem not looking at how large the books are when checking them out at the library. These large books are more than I can handle somedays, but I do love them. 🙂
Thanks for your feedback on the Barbie movie. I will have to check it out soon.
Thanks for your wishes on Thanksgiving. You had me curious on what you celebrate where you live. Is “Erntedankfest” something you do there? If so, I’d love to hear more about that someday.
Thanks for stopping by and Happy November to you and yours, Sandra.