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Spring Picture Book Giveaway

Posted By Sybrina 382 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Spring Picture Book Giveaway. What's Being Given Away? 30 Children's Picture Books and more! ­

I Love You To The Moon And Back By Kari Carr

Peace and Quiet By Melanie Moyer

Eel's Book of Mermaid Jokes By Tamara Rittershaus

Aiden The Wonder Kid Who Could Not Be Stopped By Colleen Brunelli

Melody The Unicorn and The Beauty Within By Subani Maheshwari

My Friends and I By Life Is Better With Friends

ABC and 123 With Andy and Cory By Diana Delrusso

Dinosaur Friends - A Present For The Volcano By Lois Wickstrom

Ten Little Sandpipers - A Counting Book By Kim Ann

I Can Handle It By Ms Laurie Wright

There's A Roly Poly In My Pocket By April Eckert

Help! I Turned Into A Cupcake By Linda Robinson

Budding Flowers Breezy Days By Essie Bell

The Fish and the Underwater Bird By Barbara Pinke

My Very First Friend By Kristina Sheldon

B is for Breathe By Dr. Melissa Munro Boyd

Jack's Farm Adventure By J.P. Anthony Williams

Cob and the Kingdom By Leigh Ann Hughes

Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns By Sybrina Durant

Signs of Spring By Laura Dempster

Old Oak and Little Pumpkin By Linda Bryce

Molly Morning Star - Carnival Girl By Andrea Coke

VJ and AJs Adventures - Our Family Vacation By

What's An Ail? By Mary Barry

My Violin Is Not Broken By Evelyn Grundy

Little Bee's Day In The Garden By Shannon L. Mokry

The Boy Who Burped By Beth Lewis
Giveaway Includes 30 picture books, 5 crafts, a craft apron, a paint palette and sidewalk chalk.

Click the pic above to enter.

Winner will be drawn on May. 1st, 2023.

May Life’s A Beach Giveaway Hop – $100 Paypal Cash – Hosted By The Mommy Island, The Kids Did It and Others

Posted By Sybrina 361 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - May 2023 Giveaway - $100 Paypal Cash - Hosted By The Mommy Island, The Kids Did It and Others - I love the warm weather that May brings. It's the perfect temperature to go for a walk or sit outside and read a book. May is also the month of Mother's Day, which is a special day to celebrate and appreciate all the wonderful moms in our lives.

In May, school is winding down and summer vacation is just around the corner. It's an exciting time for students, teachers, and parents alike. There are usually end-of-the-year field trips, picnics, and graduation ceremonies to attend.

With so many happenings, $100.00 extra cash could really help out! Enter for a chance to win it.
This event is HOSTED by The Mommy Island and The Kids Did It and sponsored by the awesome bloggers, authors, and Etsy shop owners! Hop ends May 31th, 2023.

May 21st, 2023 – Sybrina’s Unicorn Book Store Newsletter

Posted By Sybrina 339 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - May 21st, 2023 - Sybrina's Unicorn Book Store Newsletter - Read the newsletter now to learn about Little Kid Book Pick - Dora and the Unicorn King by Molly Reisner with illustrations by David Aikins, Middle Kid Book Pick - Princess Lavender and The Naughty Unicorn by Georgina Jackman with illustrations by Gemma Larkham, Teen/ YA Book Pick - A Furnace Sealed (The Adventures of Bram Gold) by Keith R.A. DeCandido and The Beginning of Something Fantasy - Journey of the Soul - The Beginning - A Short Story By Kyle Jantjies

The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store – Featured Product – Derek Rabbit and Wily Fox share a meal

Posted By Sybrina 316 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store - Featured Product - Derek Rabbit and Wily Fox share a meal by Matt Higgins

So Bad It's Good- Analogies Written by "High School Students"

Posted By LaurelLit 1166 days ago on Writing

http://laurellit.com -  If you teach high school English, I expect you've seen this list before. I'll bet you even showed it to other members in your English department, and you all shared a good laugh one afternoon, as students left the building and you braced yourself for an hour or two of essay grading before you headed home.That's how it happened for me, when I saw this list for the first time, but that was toward the beginning of my teaching career, before there was Facebook. Since then I have seen it posted [...]

Georgia Guidestones & More: Why to Visit Elberton

Posted By booksnbackpacks 1035 days ago on Literature

https://booksnbackpacks.com - Elberton, Georgia is a small town like no other. From the mysterious Georgia Guidestones to an exhumed Confederate statue, this town will intrigue and charm you. At first glance, Elberton may seem like a boring country town. The population is less than 5,000, and Elberton sits in the middle of nowhere in Elbert County, Georgia....
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The Yellow Wallpaper (Icebreaker)

Posted By LaurelLit 828 days ago on Writing

https://laurellit.com - “I didn’t realize for a long time what the thing was that showed behind, that dim sub-pattern, but now I am quite sure it is a woman.” – Charlotte Perkins Gilman, “The Yellow Wallpaper” This story is about a woman who is trapped by society, her marriage, and her own mental illness. She is alsoContinue Reading
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Phrase Thesaurus Samples – Vol 2 – Moving Parts – Part 2 – Eating

Posted By Sybrina 544 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Phrase Thesaurus Samples From - Vol 3 - Moving Parts - Part 2, DAED103 EATING/DRINKING 103 - (THE PROCESS OF EATING) “took a tentative mouthful”

The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store – Featured Product – The Rabbit Napoleon and the Lady Fox by Roger Max

Posted By Sybrina 524 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store - Featured Product - The Rabbit Napoleon and the Lady Fox: A Children's Story of War and Peace (Critters & Co Book 1) by Roger Max

Blood of the Hunted By Marc R. Micciola – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 506 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Blood of the Hunted By Marc R. Micciola - Goddess Fish Promotions. Genre: Fantasy
The Resistance Is Rising. Their fight for freedom and respect leads Weylyn and Olwen down paths that open their eyes to new dangers, both involving themselves and the rest of the world. However, they do not waiver. For the Tóráin are known for their resilience, and they have already endured much. What comes next will be hard, but they’re ready to fight for their lives. Together. Read excerpt and enter giveaway.

Music Shall Untune The Sky By Lou Kemp – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 415 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Celwyn Series Book 2 - Music Shall Untune The Sky By Lou Kemp - Goddess Fish Promotions. GENRE:   magical realism. It’s 1865 and three close friends; the immortal magician Celwyn, the automat Professor Xiau Kang, and Bartholomew, a scientist and widower from Sudan, set out on another adventure as they travel to Singapore to fetch the professor’s wife. Prepare to explore a world reminiscent of our own yet filled with magic and steampunk!

Their private, magically enhanced train, the Elizabeth, is carrying them through the countryside when they witness the purposeful crash of a hot air balloon next to them. Jules Verne emerges from it and joins their party. As they continue east, the danger following the author shadows their train, and the murders begin. When they arrive in Singapore, Captain Nemo uses a unique method to trick Professor Kang into climbing aboard the Nautilus.

Music Shall Untune the Sky is a steampunk fantasy filled with murder, magic, and adventure. Read excerpt, Lou Kemp's Source of Book Ideas and Enter giveaway.

Introducing Jabberwocky: Scary Stories For Kids By Lewis Carrol with New Illustrations by Carolyn Watson Dubisch

Posted By Sybrina 354 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - “Jabberwocky, Scary Stories for Kids” by Lewis Carroll with illustrations by Carolyn Watson DubischThe legend of the Jabberwocky sends a young boy on a quest through the Tulgey Woods to slay the beast! Enchanting and strange creatures join him as he pursues the monster. A classic tale by the brilliant Lewis Carroll with new whimsical illustrations!

Patroosh, the Hungry Pelican By Renee James – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 331 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Patroosh, the Hungry Pelican By Renee James - Goddess Fish Promotions. GENRE: Children’s fiction. BLURB:

Pancakes, milkshakes, fish and chips galore... Patroosh the hungry pelican will enjoy all four. Especially if there's ketchup he can pour.

With Seamus the seagull by his side, always there to help decide.

Will these two feathered friends find what they want for lunch?

They're feeling peckish and do enjoy a good munch.

What could be in store for diners today at their favourite marina café?
Read note from author and enter giveaway.

Beautiful Tarquinia: Tombs in the Italian Countryside

Posted By booksnbackpacks 1139 days ago on Literature

https://booksnbackpacks.com - Where is Tarquinia? Why should you visit? And how do you get there? Read all about beautiful Etruscan painted tombs in this fun virtual tour. The Etruscan necropolis (burial ground) of Tarquinia is the perfect site for an inexpensive day trip from Rome. Visiting ancient tombs might not seem like your idea of a fun …
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Nominative Case in Latin: What You Need To Know

Posted By booksnbackpacks 924 days ago on Literature

https://booksnbackpacks.com - Wondering how to use or translate the nominative case in Latin? This post explains what the nominative is and what its uses are – with lots of examples. Look no further! Here is your comprehensive guide to the Latin nominative case. Let’s dive right in! Nominative Case: The Basics The nominative is the default case...
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8 “Political Women’s Fiction” Novels; But Is Political Women’s Fiction Even a Thing?

Posted By LaurelLit 695 days ago on Writing

https://laurellit.com -   Political Women’s Fiction. Is there even such a thing? Umm, maybe? First, let me explain what I mean by the term: Women’s Fiction = novels usually written by women, and always for an intended female audience. They must have a strong female protagonist who engages in a journey of self-discovery. Romantic, family, or rags-to-richesContinue Reading
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The Chasm By Branwen Oshea – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 560 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Chasm By Branwen Oshea - Goddess Fish Promotions - GENRE: YA Science Fiction/Fantasy. In a future ice age, Bleu's expedition team emerges from their subterranean haven to discover humans are no longer the dominant life form.

Violins Played Before Junstan By Lou Kemp – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 538 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Violins Played Before Junstan By Lou Kemp - Goddess Fish Promotions. Genre: Fantasy (magical realism). While on a mission to avenge the death of his lover, the immortal peyote-eating magician Celwyn is hired to deliver an automat, Professor Kang, to a priest. But Celwyn quickly learns that everything the priest told him was a lie. Now his ship, the Zelda, is stuck in a horrific storm and Celwyn knows he must reconsider his allegiance if he is to steer his vessel in the right direction and continue his quest. Read Excerpt and enter Giveaway.