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Author Tina Turbin is a Finalist in the AZ Authors Association Literary Contest!
We were so thrilled to receive the news! I’m a finalist in the AZ Authors Association Literary Contest and Book Awards for my Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy. If you click on the above link you’ll find my name at the end of the list (alphabetically organized). Be sure to check back the 2nd week of November to hear the results!
Successful Tips to Get Your Child to Eat Vegetables!
I’ve written my 2nd article for the September issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter, which focuses on: fun, sure-fire ways to help your child to actually LIKE eating vegetables, as well as proven methods to “sneak” vegetables in to many of your everyday meals. I’m sure you’ll agree, many parents will benefit from the above! Read the full article here and prepare for some meal-time magic! After you click on the above link, be sure to scroll about halfway down the page, and go to my section entitled: “Tid Bits with Tina”. Happy vegetable eating! And …
Author Tina Turbin Writes About “Achieving Prosperity”
Prosperity and achieving one’s goals is an essential aspect of our lives. This is the topic of my latest article contribution to the Baby Boomer Knowledge Center. I encourage you to read it at the above link. I look forward to hearing your feedback about this article! And be sure to check back on future articles, as I write for numerous blogs, websites and publications.
Author Tina Turbin on the “Women Making a Difference” radio show!
I’m very excited about my upcoming appearance on the “Women Making a Difference” radio show. Will you join me and listen in? On Monday 9/28/09 at 6:30 p.m. EST, click here to be directed to the radio show website. I can’t disclose the details now, but this show and the many others that are lined up for the coming weeks are going be a real treat for listeners. I sincerely hope to hear your feedback on what you think of this Monday’s show!
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”.
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 …