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Friday, December 23, 2022

Book Review - Keyana Loves Her Family by Natasha Tarpley + Giveaway

 

Keyana is filled with big ideas including, her newest idea of hosting a family movie night. She invites everyone over for a fun filled night. Even though, there is a lot to do, Keyana wants to do it all. However, when the night doesn't go as she planned, will Keyana be able to rely on her loved ones?

The picture book is a cute and fun read. The beautiful drawings were bright and colorful. The book teaches little ones how ask and accept help and dealing with disappointment.

 **Disclosure - I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest opinion**

 

About The Book:

Title: KEYANA LOVES HER FAMILY

Author: Natasha Anastasia Tarpley & Charnelle Pinkney Barlow (Illustrator)

Pub. Date: December 13, 2022

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Formats: Hardcover, eBook

Pages: 40

Find it: GoodreadsAmazon, B&N, TBD, Bookshop.org

Natasha Anastasia Tarpley returns with a breakout new picture book series all about Keyana, the protagonist of her bestselling title I Love My Hair!, and the people and places she adores.

Keyana’s always full of big ideas. Her latest and greatest plan is to host a perfect family movie night. From aunts to uncles to her five favorite cousins, everyone is invited! She knows the best way to impress her guests is with a fabulous soireeand there’s a lot on her to-do list. But when the night doesn’t go as planned, she’ll have to rely on a little help from the people she loves most.
 
With warm illustrations by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, this character-centric new picture book series from Natasha Anastasia Tarpley will give Keyana a fresh, commercial update that's perfect for today's young readers.

 

About Natasha Anastasia Tarpley:

Natasha Anastasia Tarpley started writing when she was seven years old, and from that young age she understood that stories could change the world. She is the author of the bestselling picture book I Love My Hair!, Bippity Bop Barbershop, The Me I Choose to Be, among other titles. Natasha is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship and is the cofounder of Voonderbar! Media, a project seeking to expand the depictions of children of color in media. She lives with her family in Chicago, Illinois. 

Website | Instagram | TikTok | Goodreads  

 

About Charnelle Pinkney Barlow:

Charnelle Pinkney Barlow was born and raised in Poughkeepsie, New York. She received her BFA in Illustration from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and her MFA in Illustration as Visual Essay from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Creating images and stories that speak to the hearts of children and those that guide them is her greatest joy. Charnelle currently lives in Indianapolis, Indiana with her husband. She is the illustrator of Remember to Dream, Ebere, The Real Santa, Just Like Mama, and many other titles.

Website | Instagram | TikTok | Pinterest | Goodreads

 



Giveaway Details:

1 winner will receive a finished copy of KEYANA LOVES HER FAMILY, US Only.

Ends December 27th, midnight EST.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

12/12/2022

Mythical Books

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12/12/2022

yabookscentral.com

Guest Post or Excerpt

12/13/2022

Lady Hawkeye

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12/13/2022

@jael_and_jenessa_reads

Review/IG Post

12/14/2022

Bea's Book Nook

Review

12/14/2022

popthebutterfly

Review/IG Post

12/15/2022

Emily Ashlyn

Review/IG Post

12/15/2022

the book near me

Review/IG Post

12/16/2022

onemused

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12/16/2022

The Momma Spot

Review/IG Post

Week Two:

12/19/2022

Kim"s Book Reviews and Writing Aha's

Review/IG Post

12/19/2022

@carlysunshinebooks

IG Review

12/20/2022

A Blue Box Full of Books

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12/20/2022

One More Exclamation

Review/IG Post

12/21/2022

More Books Please blog

Review

12/21/2022

@allyluvsbooksalatte

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12/22/2022

@froggyreadteach

IG Review/Read Aloud

12/22/2022

Author Z. Knight

Review/IG Post

12/23/2022

Books with Brandie Shanae

Youtube Review/IG Post

12/23/2022

two points of interest

Review


Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Book Review - The Peculiar Possum by Tracey Hecht and Tracey Hecht

Photo Credit - Amazon

Tobin, Bismark, and Dawn are all nocturnal animals. They love to look for pomelos to eat at night. However,  while searching for their beloved pomelos, they encounter strange sounds and smells in the valley. Shortly after, an unfamiliar animal appears which causes Bismark to become upset.  He finds their new friend to be very peculiar.

The easy to read chapter book shows the characters learning acceptance, being different, being yourself, and the importance of sharing. The book was easy for children to follow along. As well, as being able to read a few lines by themselves. I appreciated that the book contains fun facts about the animals along with a glossy of peculiar words in different languages. A great wholesome and educational book for children.
 
**Disclosure - I received a free unedited copy of this book in exchange for an honest opinion**