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Vote for Danny at the Virtual Bookcase!
In the previous blog entry, I shared a wonderful book review published at www.VirtualBookcase.com. Along with the review, you will find that Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy is also available on one of the children’s “bookshelves” of the Virtual Bookcase website. As Danny’s presence continues to virtually expand, we would love all of you fans to take a moment to visit Danny’s bookshelf and add your “5-BOOK” VOTE to his online rating. Your votes will help tremendously to increase Danny’s expansion – thank you in advance!
Wonderful book review from Susan Gilbert
I am so pleased to have received the following book review of Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy from Susan Gilbert, author of The Land of I Can: “Danny the Dragon is a charming story about how one family handles surprises and acceptance. Beautifully illustrated, it is sure to delight both parent and child, making it a favorite book they will return to again and again.” Thank you Susan!
Lovely book review from The Netherlands
Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy was reviewed by a top Reviewer from the Netherlands-based www.VirtualBookcase.com, Mr. Koos van den Hout. Such a lovely book review and such kind words! To share with you: “A wonderful book to read to young children from. A simple (for adults) yet interesting story accompanied by really beautiful drawings which will sparkle the imagination. I can only imagine young children wanting to hear this story again and again. I am looking forward to new Danny the Dragon books.” Mrs. van den Hout also exclaimed: “…I find [the book] absolutely beautiful. I really hope Tina…will write …
Tina and Danny share healthy tips and DELICIOUS chocolate brownies!
As many of you know, I personally strive to eat a healthy, gluten-free diet, yet still LOVE to enjoy delicious, healthy treats. If you read my debut article in the August issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter, you will find a helpful healthy-eating “tidbit”, and a delicious chocolate brownie recipe that is guaranteed to please your family, and keep them healthy at the same time! Definitely a treat! 1. Click on the following link: Tidbits with Tina 2. Make sure to scroll about halfway down the page, and go to my section entitled: “Tidbits with Tina”.
Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy – one of the featured books at USA Books and News!
USA Books and News is searching for the best books of 2009 as part of the: 6th Annual “National Best Books Awards”. Under the categories of hard cover children’s picture books and paperback children’s picture books, Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy has been entered. Visit our entry at the following links. Be sure to scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page, and then move upwards to find Danny located about 6 books up from the bottom! http://www.usabooknews.com/childrensmainpage/picturebookhcfiction.html http://www.usabooknews.com/childrensmainpage/picturebookpbfiction.html
What do you think of Danny on YouTube?
Danny the Dragon has a home on YouTube, including a beautiful video of various images from our 2009 Book Tour to schools, hospitals and libraries. Many more videos to come, but in the meantime, please visit the following link and drop us a comment (and a 5-star vote!) so that we know what you think of the video!
Prolific writer, Susanne Gervay and Danny the Dragon
The Danny the Dragon series has built up quite a fan base, and I regularly receive messages to praise the work. Susanne Gervay, an award-winning short story writer, recently commented with these kind words, “Tina’s work is a delight!” Thank you Susanne!
Danny the Dragon to bring joy to kids in Victoria, Australia
Much devastation was caused by the Victoria, Australia wildfires of February 2009, including the loss of the children’s book collections at the local libraries and schools. Through the hard work of authors, writers, concerned citizens and the coordinated efforts of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI), the book collections have been re-built as a result of generous book donations from around the world. (Above: Photo of Corinne King of SCBWI Australia holding some of the book donations) I am very pleased to have been able to donate a copy of Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy to the …
Tina Turbin – featured on the “Garden of the Soul” radio show segment entitled, “Creating a Bright Future Through Children’s Literature”
Lynn Serafinn, host of the “Garden of the Soul” radio show, had the pleasure of interviewing two children’s authors, Tina Turbin being one of them, on Wednesday August 5th. A highly insightful show, the discussion included the focus of Tina’s “Danny the Dragon” book series: mainly to inspire simple values of kindness, friendliness as well as healthy eating and dietary awareness in children; and many other important topics were explored, such as the ways in which authors, parents and teachers can use literature to spark positive change in our children, despite a media-saturated society. Visit the following link and click …
How do you make reading and writing fun for kids?
I am thrilled and honored to be associated with a very fine educator, Carlynn McCormick. What she shares through her written words is spot on. Please enjoy and do give her your feedback. Please reply to me if you’d like me to share more of Carlynn! Tina Play the Writing Game! By Carlynn McCormick I know quite a number of budding authors who sweep me away with their creative ideas and imaginings-individuals filled with passion about the books they are writing. I am often surprised, however, to learn nothing or very little is actually put down on paper. Years pass, …