Yay--it's time for another awesome Book Babe spotlight! (These are always some of my favorite things I post--odd, considering I don't write them. Maybe that's telling me something...)
Anyway, for those who don't know, the lovely lady pictured above is my fabulous friend Faith, a.k.a. the Book Babe. And in addition to her being the most amazing mentor and cheerleader EVER--and
offering incredible editing services--she is also an AMAZING source for book recommendations. In fact, I discovered several of my favorite authors because of Faith--and nothing makes me happier than one of her gushy emails telling me about a book I HAVE to read. (She seriously has impeccable taste).
So Faith occasionally puts together spotlights on some of her favorite authors for me to post for you guys, so she can tell you herself why you need to discover these incredible authors.
And so, without further ado, I give you The Book Babe:
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My first introduction to James was, as was the norm as a book buyer, through the publisher's Fall catalog. The cover for
Here There Be Dragons was beautiful and the premise seemed interesting, so I ordered it.
We booked him for a signing in December, along with Stephenie Meyer. The idea was to give our customers the opportunity to get signed books as Holiday Presents. We knew that by pairing a first time author with one as popular as Stephanie, James would do well. What we did not know was that Jam
You guys know the Book Babe by now, right? The supremely awesome Faith?
If you don't you SHOULD. She's not only the most amazing mentor and cheerleader EVER--and
offers incredible editing services (WHICH SHE IS GIVING AWAY BELOW!!!!)--she is also an AWESOME source for book recommendations. In fact, I discovered several of my favorite authors because of Faith--and nothing makes me happier than one of her gushy emails telling me about a book I HAVE to read.
So Faith occasionally puts together spotlights on some of her favorite authors for me to post for you guys, so she can tell you herself why you need to discover these incredible authors.
Here's her latest Spotlight:
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My memory of seeing Chris Gall’s first picture book, America the Beautiful is a vivid one. The minute I laid eyes on the artwork, I was an instant fan. It was stunning, eye-catching and yet another reminder of why I LOVE picture books.
That was 2004.
I had to wait 2 agonizing years to see another book from him. I was sure he couldn’t top the first one. But he did, not only with illustrations but with the story itself. Dear Fish was charming, witty and even more captivating than his first book. It was also educational since Chris accurately depicted over 30 species of fish. Every time it was used for our weekly story-time at the bookstore I worked at, it drew oohs and aahs from parents and children alike. Yet again, I thought there was no way Chris could top himself.
And t
Those of you who've been following my blog for a bit already know how much I adore my fabulously amazing friend Faith, a.k.a. the Book Babe.
And in addition to her being the most amazing mentor and cheerleader EVER--and
offering incredible editing services--she is also an AWESOME source for book recommendations. In fact, I discovered several of my favorite authors because of Faith--and nothing makes me happier than one of her gushy emails telling me about a book I HAVE to read. (She seriously has impeccable taste).
So Faith has agreed to occasionally put together spotlights on some of her favorite authors for me to post for you guys, so she can tell you herself why you need to discover these incredible authors.
And so, without further ado, I give you The Book Babe:
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Ok, so I realize that this title might be a bit ostentatious. But, Janette deserves all that praise and more!
I often get a chance to talk to writers, both published and unpublished, about the career of being an author. And every time I do, I mention Janette. She is an example of the BEST type of author. One who is still writing and getting published after 17 years. She has 19 published with 2 more due out this year! Pretty amazing.
I realize that she is not the only author who has been writing that long, she is merely one of my favorites!
All her books are fun, quick reads, perfect for anyone who likes to read romantic comedies.
Except for SLAYERS, which is written under the pseudonym C.J.Hill. SLAYERS is a straight up fantasy about dragon hunting. It is FANTASTIC, and my second favorite Janette Rallison book. MY DOUBLE LIFE is my all-time favorite of hers, and not just because I make the briefest of cameos as a teacher... :)
Every single one of her books will fit perfectly in any school library. Or any personal library. They are entertaining enough for high school and clean enough for elementary school.
If you like to read fun, well written books you can't go wrong with any of her novels. And you can find a list of all of her amazing titles
HERE.
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I'll take one.
I'd love to win.
That sounds awesome!
sounds great! I'ìll give it a try!
I would love to win this book. Please enter me in contest. [email protected]
If The Book Babe loves James Ownen's books I know I will too. Thanks for the recommendation!
Wow! This book series sounds amazing (my husband would LOVE them). Thank you for bringing James A. Owen and his dragon books to my attention. And thank you for this giveaway opportunity!
~Lynne
zypadeedodah(at)aol(dot)com
I love learning about new to me books here!
Sue
Sounds like a great new series to introduce to my boys! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy (one way or another)!
Oh Faith. I am truly honored.
If my name gets drawn for the book, It will be donated to my local library, as I already own the lovely... all signed and scribbled in by it's Awesomist. :) Believe me readers, James is AMAZING!
I love me some Book Babe and James is amazing (wow, the art!!)!
Sounds like a great books for summer reading! Can't wait to read it to my boys!
Sounds great!
[email protected]
I'd love one. Yay for books and I've been eying that one in the store.
I'd love it.
I love stories about James and Faith! Thanks, Shannon :)
I'd love to win. Thanks.
:D
Oh RENA! You won't be disappointed! This series is FANTASTIC! Book 6 is due out in late August and I can;t wait! :D
Wow -- what a great story. And now I totally want to read his books.
James is awesome! He was at a writers conference I attended.
I would love to read HERE THERE BE DRAGONS thank you.
Sounds like a book I would love. Thanks for running the giveaway.