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Dear Friends,
No tricks here, just a great treat from a really funny writer and friend, David Lubar. David has treats in store for you. He has generously donated two copies of his Weenies' book, The Battle of the Red Hot Weenies. I know the middle grade crowd will gobble up these stories faster than candy corn.
Read about Author David Lubar's unique sense of humor and imagination in his personal essay, and then meet David at the end of the post and find out how to win one of the autographed copies of his books! Thanks so much for celebrating Halloween with us! David's books are great reads for anytime of the year. Read on . . .
Hats off to the Weenie Guy by David Lubar
For most of my freshman year in college, I wore a black cowboy hat. I had no legitimate reason to do this. I didn't grow up on a ranch, wrangle cattle, or engage the Clanton boys in gunfire. Since this fashion statement occurred in New Jersey during the mid-seventies, nobody questioned, or cared about, my authenticity. When people met me, they'd stare for a moment, and then, as recognition clicked into place, say, "Oh, yeah. You're the guy with the hat." There was a lot more to me than some ratty piece of felt, of course, but that was my identity back then. The guy with the hat. I have a new identity these days -- one that I suspect is far rarer and more amusing than any clothing-inspired description. I'm the Weenie guy. And that's a good thing.
My passion for short stories was spawned during childhood by the fortunate combination of a short attention span and a lack of athletic or social skills. The latter ensured I would have lots of leisure time for reading. The former nudged me away from lengthier works. I devoured short fiction as a kid. I started writing stories when I was in high school. In college, I wrote the typical angst-driven literary pieces that most freshmen feel compelled to inflict on their friends, roommates, and professors. I wanted to be James Joyce. Alas, my eyesight was too strong and my liver too weak to completely emulate my idol's path through life.
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on 10/28/2010
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If you're stuck for a nice way to deliver a Halloween treat to a special friend, family member or even someone in the hospital, nows the time to pull out all those old cookie tins you've been saving.
Hint: Didn't keep any tins? Check the craft or dollar stores for inexpensive containers.
What You Need:
~ Tin container - any shape or size
~ Black and Orange acrylic craft paint
~ Decorative Ribbon
~ Stickers
~ Black Foamy
~ Glitter Glue/Regular Glue
~ Black Raffia String
~ Cardboard Letters
~ Tiny Decorative Craft Stars
~ Blue Glitter
~ Thin Craft Wire
~ Spray Glue
Paint the tin with black paint and set aside to dry. Paint B O O letters orange, dry then orange glitter glue them, dry.
Cut and wrap decorative ribbon around dry tin, glue in place. Glitter glue around the top and bottom of ribbon (optional).
Take decorative stickers and stick to Foamy. Cut around. Take 2 inches of craft wire and twist around pencil to coil. Take coil and glue to back of foamy-sticker. Space around tin and glue into place.
Take lid of tin and spray a light coat of glue and sprinkle with blue glitter - shake off excess. Place small glitter stars around the top and rim of lid (you may need to use craft glue to keep them in place).
Place B O O where you want and glue into place.
Fill with your favorite treats and wrap raffia string around to give extra hold.
Finished!
This craft is easy and from the heart. Plus, it's good for the environment. Have fun =)
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I've used Dave's books in teaching Intro. to Kid Lit at the MFA level and I've had students tell me these stories terrified them. I can't think of the name of the story but the one about the kid who has the dad and the dad's hand gets cut off and then...hey, you'll have to read it yourself. Trust me, these stories are just perfect for kids who love a bit of warp to their reading.
I get the persona thing . I was "The guy with the Beret" in college...lol. I'll have to check out the "weenies" they look interesting and I liket he concept.
Thanks for the comment, Kitty! I agree that David's books are perfect for kids who love a little bit of warp in their reading, and that means most of them!
Thanks for the comment, Mjolner! It's good to be different. Hats do make a personal statement, don't they?
Clara,
What wonderful timing. I just attended Rutgers Council on Children's Literature and David was one of the authors on the panel. He is a very interesting guy - and quite funny. I enjoyed listening to him and learned a lot from his contributions to the discussion. I would love a chance to win one of his books. Thanks for introducing us to his unique humor!
Great post Clara. David's books sound like a very fun read. I know that I receive a lot of pear items because my book was about a pear tree. I shudder to think about the types of gifts David receives.
Sue
Jennifer, I'm so glad that you got to meet David Lubar at the Rutger's Conference. Thank for stopping by to leave a comment.
Suzanne, What a funny comment. We'll have to check with David. Thanks for visiting today!
I haven't read the Weenie books, but now I'll give them a look. Thanks for the inroduction, Clara.
Kathy, Thanks so much for stopping by!I appreciate your ongoing support! Write on. :o)
David, I really enjoyed your post. I actually read it twice because you made me laugh. Now I can't wait to read the "weenie" books! Thanks Clara for the introduction to the guy with the hat! I'm still smiling!
Lorrie, Thanks for dropping in to join the weenie party! David makes humor look so easy, doesn't he?
How funny! Love the book titles and covers.
Spooky book? My grandson has just started reading The Giver, and parts of it are pretty spooky.
Oh, I was expecting David to wear a cowboy hat in the photo.
Donna v.
Thanks for stopping by, Donna! I just bet your grandson would love these books.
Great post. A friend of mine asked me just the other day about middle grade fiction. Now I have a new author to recommend to her :)
Carol, Thanks for stopping by and for recommending David's books to your friend.
Sounds like a collection of neat books! Having a great imagination will get you far in the world of publishing. When my youngest son was in grade school we liked reading the Goosebump books to accumulate AR points. I bet they were a bit tamer than the 'Weenie' books, though. But they were pretty funny in parts. I would love a chance to win one of his books.
What a hoot!
David even in college you knew how to "brand" yourself. The hat is a great idea!
My grandkids will love your books.
Hi Janet,
Thanks for joining the "spirited" celebration, and for your thoughtful comment. The Weenie books are definitely a good choice for readers who like to be deliciously spooked.
Hi Kay,
I thought I heard the patter of teeny tiny ghost feet, and there you were. Thanks so much for stopping by.