Book Blast and GIVEAWAY: That'th what I thaid! And The Sore Prickly Bear by Lisa Schinkski

Title: The Sore Prickly Bear
Author: Lisa Marie Schinski Genre: Children's Picture Book
Number of Pages: 30

 Fuzzy has a very bad day that keeps getting worse. He is faced with many challenges and doesn't understand why these things are happening to him. Everyone has had a bad day, week, month or even years. He will make you laugh because everyone can relate to Fuzzy in some way. Things always have a way of working out in the end and sometimes even better than it was before!
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Title: That'th what I thaid!: R's and S's
Author: Lisa Marie Schinski
Illustrator: Lauren Panco
Genre: Children's Picture Book
Number of Pages: 32

Stitchie is a happy bunny that is having a hard time saying her R's and S's. She thinks her friends are making fun of her but they just laugh because they think it sounds funny. They love Stitchie, and in the end, Stitchie practices and meets the best teacher who helps her says her R's and S's perfectly. She runs into the woods to share with her friends how far she has come!!

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I was born and raised in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. I currently reside in King of Prussia. I wrote the story about the Sore Prickly Bear when I was 8 years old. My teacher, Mrs. Ulrich encouraged me to write and also gave me the young author's award. I found this book after my mom passed away last year. I had a great childhood but when I wrote this book, my parents got divorced, we moved and I changed schools. A lot of changes for an 8 year old. So I guess I felt like Fuzzy.

Around October 2015, I took the book into work to show my friends because this past year and a half has been very hard for me and my family. I knew when I showed my friends, they would laugh and cry because my life was again Fuzzy's. My friends, Denice, Dee, Candace, Rick, Gina, Tara, Nancy, Tamara and Gina encouraged me to publish this book. So here I am!

I am now 46 years old. I have a great job, great friends, and great family. But there are still days that feel very bad and very unfair.

My goal for publishing this book is to help children understand that bad things happen and bad days happen. But when we have friends and family in our life to help us laugh at ourselves, we can heal and move forward. Everyone has a bad day, week, month or even years. My dream is to share this story for children to know they are not alone and everyone has a bad day.
I am so grateful for my family and friends.

"That'th what I thaid" was published in February 2016. Lauren Panco inspired me to write this story. It is for children who have a hard time with their R's and S's. I think many of us have! I want children to know it's ok to sound different and with practice, it changes. Don't let anyone make fun of you. We are all perfect the way we are!
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Review: If You Were Me And Lived In ... Egypt by Carole P. Roman

Title: If you were me and lived in Egypt
Author: Carole P. Roman
Published: Feb. 27, 2016
Pages: 28
Genre: Children ages 5 on up
Review: paperback provided by author
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Join Carole P. Roman when she visits the stunning and exciting land of Egypt in the newest book of her informative series. Learn why this ancient land often called "the cradle of civilization." Travel down the Nile to discover Egypt's fascinating history. See the land through the eyes of a youngster like you and understand what life is like in this exotic place. Don't forget to look at the other books in the series so that you can be an armchair world traveler.

NetGalley Review: Don't Touch This Book! by Bill Cotter

Title: Don't Touch This Book!

Author: Bill Cotter
Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Published: March 28th, 2016
Pages: 32
Genre: Children ages  2 on up
Review: Paperback provided by publisher
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Larry the lovable monster from Don't Push the Button! is back with another hilarious, interactive adventure!
I know what you're thinking: this is a pretty cool-looking book. But...
DON'T TOUCH THIS BOOK! (Don't even try it, bub.)
Okay, okay. You can touch, but you can only use ONE finger.
Whoa. How'd you do that?
Larry is a loveable monster, but he has trouble sharing. It's up to you to show him how it's done!

Review: The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights) by Jan Berenstain and Mike Berenstain

Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story
Author: Jan and Mike Berenstain
Publisher: Zonderkidz; Act Ina St. Edition
Published: Jan. 24, 2012
Genre: Children, religion
Pages: 33
Review: Ebook
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The Bear cubs and Papa are candy-crazy this Easter! But Mama, with help from Papa, tells the cubs about Jesus' resurrection and shows them that salvation is much sweeter than candy. Includes a colorful sticker set.

Review: Helga Returns (A James and Syvok Adventure) by Wendy Nystrom

Title: Helga Returns ( A James and Syvok Adventure)
Author: Wendy Nystrom
Publisher: Anchor Group
Published: Jan. 30, 2013
Pages: 60
Genre: Children ages 6 on up
Review: ebook won
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James’ second adventure begins with a footprint. He once again calls out to his Icelandic magical friends, Syvok and Matthias, to discover what it means. He will find Helga, the troll who left the footprint.
James follows Helga to Yamas, the troll village. Will they be left on a glacier or will they save the Guardian Troll from danger? Will Syvok and Matthias reach James in time to save him when the earth tremors?

Review: Rangeela Tales- Book 1 by Gita V. Reddy

Title: Rangeela Tales Book 1

Author: Gita V. Reddy
Publisher: Self
Published: Feb. 6, 2016
Pages: 63
Review: ebook provided by author
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Navjyot rescues a near-to-death parrot and wins his trust. The parrot, Rangeela, has exceptional skills. He can speak and understand human speech. Instead of flying free, he chooses to live with Navjyot provided he promises to keep his talking skills a secret. Very soon they become the best of friends and have loads of fun, adventures, and sometimes, spats.
Rangeela Tales is a series of stories about the duo, and also about Navjyot’s nosy cousin, Nimi, and her black cat, Robber, who is on a mission to end Rangeela’s existence.

Review: Alessia Moves House by Lou Silluzio

Title: Alessia Moves House

Author: Lou Silluzio
Published: Feb. 17, 2016
Publisher: Domjaf Media
Pages: 38
Genre: Children ages 5 on up
Review: ebook provided by author
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"Are you about to move to a new house but worried how your young ones will react? How do you explain the changes they will face? This heart-warming tale will help explain the move to your little ones in a simple, yet effective, way .... "
Alessia is moving house. While she's excited to be getting her own room and cubby house for the big backyard, something is bothering her.
Could it be leaving the only home she's ever known? Or is it leaving behind her school and all her friends?
Can her mummy and daddy help Alessia see how exciting moving houses can be? Will Alessia agree to go?