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Give the Gift of Reading for Valentine’s Day 2020

Valentine’s Day 2020 is coming! If you have young readers, here’s a list of my books for a special treat for Valentine’s Day. There are many to choose from for all ages.

Click on the titles to find out more. These title links will take you to Amazon. If you would like to purchase them at Barnes and Noble, or Rainy Day Books, they are available there, as well. If you live in the U.S.A and would like a signed copy, write me a note at: booksbyrose4u@gmail.com

Enjoy!

First up,

“Avi and Jackson Best Friends”

Avi and Jackson Best Friends
Avi and Jackson Best Friends

This is my first book, which is near and dear to my heart. It’s based on our sons growing up. They are best friends to this day.

Join Avi and Jackson to see all the fun things they like to do.
Can you find the special item that is their favorite thing to play with?

Available in paperback and kindle.

“Beasley’s Journey.”

If you haven’t met Beasley yet, you’re in for a real treat.

Everybody loves Beasley!

"Beasley's Journey."
“Beasley’s Journey”

Beasley goes on an unexpected journey. He meets many friends along the way. Will he make it to his destination? Come along to find out!! ( A portion of the profits sold goes to animals in need.)

This early reader is available in paperback and kindle.

“Beasley and Friends to the Rescue”

Readers will laugh as Lola Duck has big news she wants to share with Beasley. What will they find in Farmer Bill’s barn?

"Beasley and Friends to the Rescue"

Beasley loves living in the country! He spends his days chasing butterflies, digging for treasures, and playing hide and seek with his bunny friend. Just as he settles in for his afternoon nap, his friend Lola Duck comes squawking from down the road. She says there’s a terrible racket going on over at Farmer Bill’s Barn. Beasley and Lola Duck gather their friends and off they go to solve the problem. What will Beasley, Lola Duck and their friends find when they get there? Come along and follow their adventurous day. This tale will leave readers with laughs, giggles, and will warm the hearts of young and old. (A portion of the profits book sold will go to animals in need.)

“A Search and Find of Every Kind with Jake and his dog named Cain”

"A Search and Find of Every Kind with Jake and his dog named Cain"
“A Search and Find of Every Kind with Jake and his dog named Cain”

Enjoy looking for over a hundred items in this search and find about Jake and his dog named Cain. Picture finds for those not yet reading, word finds for those that are. Continue the fun at home with extra search and find ideas that are included at the end of this book. (A portion of the profits sold will be donated to animals in need.)

This book is available in paperback and kindle.

“Sherman the Shopping Cart: A Search and Find”

"Sherman the Shopping Cart: A Search and Find"
“Sherman the Shopping Cart: A Search and Find”

Meet Sherman the Shopping Cart! Join him as he guides you on this journey of his life as a shopping cart. Have fun searching for over a hundred items. He has picture finds for non-readers and word finds for readers. Enjoy the fun activities in the back of this book. ( A portion of the profits book sold will go to children in need of art supplies.)

“What an absolutely delightful book. Loved the illustrations, the clever and imaginative idea of the life of a shopping cart, the humor, and all the learning activities that don’t feel like learning at all.” Author of “Just Call Me Goody-Two-Shoes” – Julie Gorges, Blogger, and Freelance Writer.

This book is available in paperback and kindle.

“Maggie, Millie and Merrie’s Magical Adventure”

"Maggie, Millie, and Merrie's Magical Adventure"
“Maggie, Millie, and Merrie;s Magical Adventure”

These next three books you’ll see is a series about the triplets. They are for readers that are a little more advance but still enjoy pictures books. (Grades level 3rd-5th grade, depending on their reading level.) Available in paperback and kindle.

The triplets are more than excited to move in the very same home that their mother had grown up in, on Whimsical Avenue. Come along and join Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s, Magical Adventure! Enjoy the fun art project included at the end of the book. (A portion of the profits sold will be donated to students in need of art supplies.)

“Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s Magical Coins”

"Maggie, Millie, and Merrie's Magical Coins"
“Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s Magical Coins”

This is book two from “Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s Magical Adventure.” The triplets enjoy a fun visit with Grandmother when she returns from Florida. As they are helping her go through the attic, they find a wooden box. Inside, there are three bright shiny coins. Grandmother tells them they are magical. What do the magical coins hold? Readers will enjoy many fun activities as this story unfolds. (A portion of the profits sold will go to children in need of art supplies.)

“Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s Mystery Mail”

"Maggie, Millie, and Merrie's Mystery Mail"
Maggie, Millie, and Merrie’s Mystery Mail

The triplets are back, and my, have they grown.The Midwest winter strikes them with a vengeance of snow. Stuck in the house with too many snow days, they turn grumpy with nothing to do. That is, until a mysterious package is delivered. Will the trio be pulled from their boredom as mail arrives each day? (A portion of the profits sold will be donated to students in need of art supplies.)

“A beautifully-illustrated snowy day tale, with added instructions for kids to make a craft and recipe from the story. Fun boredom-busting entertainment.” – Melinda Kinsman, Children’s Book Author and Illustrator

This new release is available in paperback and kindle.

“Moonshadow Mae”

"Moonshadow Mae"
“Moonshadow Mae”

Mae is a happy girl and loves many things.

One thing she adores the most is the moon.

She is in awe of the glowing shine and the shadows left behind.

Come along and enjoy this rhyming tale as Mae explores the wonders of the atmosphere above.

Enclosed are fun facts, special craft, and a yummy recipe in the back of this book.

This book is available in hardcover and paperback.

That’s it for now. Look for more books to come.

Author Cat Michaels and I are working hard to finish up an exciting chapter book for Middle Grade readers. Keep watching!

Happy reading everyone and I’ll see you back at the end of the month. My GR8Blog friends and I have some fun posts to share with you.

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Happy Valentine’s Day 2019

Happy Valentine’s day everyone! I hope you enjoy this day with family and friends celebrating with flowers, chocolates, dinners, special cards or letters.

A big thanks to those that approved their stories to add to my blog for my “Valentine’s Day Writing Contest.”

Up first is:

My Valentine’s Day Story

By Janiece E. Adam

I think I might be the shyist girl in school. I don’t want to talk to anyone, because I’m just too scared. I guess that’s because if I talk to anyone I think I might say something stupid.

Oh, you are probably wondering who “I” am. Well my name is Catherine Synthia, but my dad calls me Candy. That’s probably because I love candy, mostly chocolate though. Oh, and did I tell you that Valentine’s Day is coming up, AND my school is doing a party in honor of it? The only problem is since I’m so shy, and don’t know anyone, no one asked me to it.

Someone should show kindness in asking me. That would be sweet, but I guess not. The weird thing is when I got home from school I found these big red and pink roses mixed in with other flowers on my porch. I figured maybe a neighbor was being nice to my mom, but when I read who it was for it said, “To Candy.”

There was a card and everything. I went inside my house to read it. My heart was pounding as I opened it up. This is what it said:

Dear Candy,

I’m sorry I’ve never said anything to you, but I guess I was just nervous, so I wrote you this note. It would really be nice if we could go to the dance together. You’re probably wondering who I am. Well I’ll meet you at school tomorrow and wait by the entrance.

Sincerely,

Your Friend

I am REALLY excited now. I can NOT wait for school tomorrow. I know that’s hard to believe, but I just CAN’T WAIT!

When I got off the bus the next morning I looked around. Behind me a boy named Richard who seems shy, like me, was following me, it seemed. I turned around and said, “Why are you following me?” I am very surprised I said that since I am normally shy.

He replied, “Because I’m the one who sent the flowers.” I just stared at him then. “So do you want to go to the dance with me?” he asked shyly.

“Okay I guess,” I said a little nervously. So in the end I ended up going to the dance after all! I guess I’m not as shy as I thought. This is going to be so much fun!!

The Way of Valentine’s Day

                 By Janelle M. Adams

Hi, I am Maggie and I love Valentine’s Day, but last year was the best Valentine’s Day ever. Let me tell you about it.

Once upon a time there was a girl who hated everything about Valentine’s Day (and yes that was me, Maggie). I mainly hated the love and mushy cards and mushy chocolate (okay fine I LOVE CHOCOLATE). It is true, I used to hate this holiday. I just thought it was a waste of time and money. The love is gross but, worst of all is the Valentine’s Day dance at my school.

I walked into my classroom. I could smell that there was Valentine’s Day love. I hate it. I hate it.

“Wait up,” called someone behind me. It was my best friend Abby. She always makes me feel better.

We walked into the classroom and sat down. As I started to sit down there was a tap on my shoulder. It was Jack. He is in my classes and I don’t pay attention to him that much. I do notice that he stares at me in class (for some reason I think he likes me). This is why I hate this holiday. Love…… it’s just too much.

“Hi Maggie,” he started to say. “I was u..m I mean if you want to u..m go to the Valentine’s Day dance with me?” he asked in a shy way and hoping I would answer.

I was surprised that he noticed me at all. He never really talked to me. Then I remembered, I don’t like the love and flowers and sweet candy or the mushy hearts. I was letting this cute boy make me forget that I hate it.

“Do you mind if I think about it?” I said hoping he wouldn’t be sad. I mean what was I supposed to say? I just don’t want to have a broken heart or fall in love. Besides, I am only 13 and my parents don’t want me to have a boyfriend until I’m like sixteen.

I opened my eyes to a nice Saturday morning. I still remembered what happened yesterday with Jack. It kept repeating it in my mind. If I go I might get a broken heart. If I don’t go I will miss out on an opportunity. I walked downstairs and heard the doorbell ring and went to open it. I found flowers that were roses. I love roses. Ugh, I did it again. There was a red and pink note with a blue heart inside saying: Did you make up your mind yet? I will be waiting -Jack.

How could I not go? I mean it’s worth a shot. I went to the park to see if he was there and sure enough he was. I was still questioning why I am letting a boy into my life? I got scared when I was next to him. Come on get it together I thought. This is your only chance.

“Um, Jack,” I said hesitating, “I want to go to the dance with you.”

So in the end we went to the dance together and ever since my life has been filled with love, kindness, and flowers and what happened at the dance, well, that’s a story I’ll never tell.

Thank you both for submitting your cute stories and using the Valentine’s words in my contest. I randomly picked a winner and it’s…….Janelle. I will contact you soon for you to pick out a book. You both did an awesome job!!

Happy Valentine’s Day, and as always, happy reading and writing.

Rosie

Share with us how you will spend this day. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

UPDATE: Janelle’s name was randomly picked for a FREE book. She picked, “Avi Jackson Best Friends.” Read more about this story here.

Thank you again for entering my “Valentine’s Day Writing Contest!”

Writing Contest For Valentine’s Day

Just a few more days to enter your stories or poems for a chance to win a free paperback book from Books by Rose. Those outside of the USA will receive a $10.00 gift card from Amazon.

Friendly Reminders:

*I have your full permission to add your story or poem. In other words, if I don’t have your approval in writing, I will not be able to add to them to my blog.

Write me: booksbyrose4u@gmail.com

*Remember, this is your time to shine. I will not be able to edit your work. Have your polished story or poem ready for the whole world to see.

*Family friendly stories and poems only.

Read more for full details here.

Have fun and good luck,

Rosie

Writing Contest Valentine’s Day 2019

Happy February 2019 everyone!

Let’s have fun writing to kick off this wonderful month.

Are you ready?

Write a short story using the ten words below. Subscribe to my page for your story to appear on my “Kid Lit Blog by Rosie” page.

(Fill out the form at the top right side or the bottom of this page.)

With your permission, your stories will be posted on February 14, 2019.

If you prefer not to join the contest, but want to subscribe to my page for future updates, that’s awesome as well.

***Please have your story to me by February 12, 2019.***

Which paperback book will the winner choose?

Here are the instructions for this contest.

Your story does not have to be long, it can even be a paragraph. You can write a poem if you wish. The only requirement, is to remember to use the TEN words below in your story, and as always, your post is family friendly.

Each story entered, will be included in a drawing for a free paperback copy of your choice from Books by Rose. (Those outside of the USA will receive a $10.00 gift card from Amazon.)

If you use the bonus word, your name will be entered twice.

***Feel free to send an image along with your story.***

An example of a quick story I wrote:

When Jake’s teacher announced their writing assignment was a Valentine’s poem, he was not happy one bit. Blah, Valentine’s Day, Jake thought.

He ran home after school to play catch with his dog named Cain. He wished more than ever he could live the life as his pup right now.

“Dogs don’t have to go to school and write poems about flowers, roses, and words about love,” Jake grumbled.

Jake decided right then and there, he was going to write a poem about his best friend.

My Best Friend

Valentine’s Day is here again,

an assignment is due today.

Writing of things such as flowers and hearts,

is really just never my way.

Gooey dark chocolate, it’s great,

red, white and pink candy, the rage.

I’d rather spend time with my sweet friend and mate,

than be in this blazing red craze.

This story idea and poem was inspired by one of my books called:

“A Search and Find of Every Kind with Jake and his dog named Cain.”

The inspiration for this book came from our youngest son Jake and his dog.

By the way, he and his brother were always okay with Valentine’s Day and gave straight from their hearts every time.


Thank you guys!

Good luck on the contest and….

Happy Writing!

Rosie

In case you missed my last post, click below for my plans for 2019.

“What I Want to Accomplish in 2019 Even if I Don’t Win the Lottery.”

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