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Join us for this tour from August 3 to August 14, 2020!
Book Details: Book Title: Frankie and the Gift of Fantasy by Ruthy Ballard Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 260 pages Genre: Fantasy and Magic Publisher: WhipSmart Books Release date: June 16, 2020 (ebook); October 1, 2020 (print) Tour dates: August 3 to August 14, 2020 Content Rating: G.
Book Description:
Frankie Russo doesn’t brood about the past or worry about the future. He lives in the present moment, frolicking in a world of make-believe that drives his high-achieving parents crazy. They have lofty ambitions for him, but Frankie has no interest. He prefers to flip helium burgers on Jupiter or rule a kingdom of mermen in the Caspian Sea, up inside his head, where all the fun is. Frankie’s parents nag him endlessly, worried he’ll come to nothing. But all that changes when he disappears through a mysterious crack in his bedroom ceiling and finds himself on a distant, two-mooned planet called Urth. Why was he drawn there? He doesn’t know, but as he embarks on a delightful, mind-blowing adventure, Frankie’s desperate parents think he’s been abducted, and an innocent man is arrested and charged with the crime! On the surface, Frankie and the Gift of Fantasy is a lighthearted science-rich adventure story that takes its middle grade readers on an entertaining romp to the other side of the galaxy. But the undercurrent is one of discovery and redemption, where a ten-year-old boy, through an unexpected journey, finds a way to escape his parent’s stifling shadow and emerge into a future of his own choosing. 
Meet the Author:
Ruthy Ballard is a children's book author, artist, and scientist who lives in Sacramento, California. By day, she’s “Dr. Ruth Ballard,” a professor and forensic DNA expert. By night, she romps in an imaginative playground of colors and words. Ruthy is the author of Frankie and the Gift of Fantasy and Tales by Moons-Light: Stories from Before the Great Melt. She is currently working on the third book in her Tales by Moons-light series: Elvia and the Gift of Passion. Her entertaining stories lure middle grade readers into science, but her creative ventures don’t stop there. She’s also a folk artist whose colorful "cartoons" delight and inspire both children and adults. Ruthy is married to a musician and is the mother of two sons, three cats, and a Samoyed dog named Mush, all of whom appear in her work, in various guises, from time to time. connect with author: website ~ facebook ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
Aug 3 – Splashes of Joy – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 3 - Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 4 – Book Paradise – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 4 - Pick a Good Book – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 5 – Books, Tea, Healthy Me – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 5 - Library of Clean Reads – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 6 – Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 7 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 7 - Hall Ways Blog – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 7 - Writer with Wanderlust – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 10 – The Book View – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 11 – Pen Possessed – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 11 - The Bespectacled Mother – book spotlight Aug 12 – Sarah Says – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 13 – Haddie's Haven – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 13 - Reading Authors Network – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 13 - Literary Flits – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 14 – Adventurous Bookworm – book spotlight / giveaway
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  Join us for this tour from August 3 to August 21, 2020! Book Details: Book Title: FINDING HOME by Corinne Joy Brown and Ginny McDonald Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 130 pages Genre: General Fiction Publisher: Loose Cayuse Productions Release date: June 2019 Format available for review: print, and PDF Will send print books out: USA and Canada Tour dates: August 3 to 21, 2020 Content Rating: G. There are no expletives, sex scenes or bad language anywhere. “Born in the flatlands of Rock Springs, Wyoming, newborn mustang Pahaska tells the heart-wrenching story of her separation from her mother and the wild horse herd she was born into. Captured by strangers, her entire world has disintegrated. Penned in the filthy, manure-filled confines of a horse hauler’s trailer, her life is changed forever. Finding Home, a 2020 Spur Finalist for Juvenile Fiction, is a brilliantly written story about the adoption of the mustang “Curly Girl” by a teen who has always dreamed of having her own horse. Ginny McDonald’s illustrations convey fine detail and emotion in the images of the horses, bringing each one to life. This heart-warming tale will appeal to those with a love for animals.” - Joni Franks, RoundUp Magazine, Western Writers of America “This beautifully written and illustrated book will appeal to any animal loving young reader. Differences (equine and otherwise) are applauded, working through complicated human relationships, a philosophical, well balanced approach to difficult issues (wild horse roundups), and positive animal training techniques are included in this educational, riveting new book!” - Nancy Sachs, Director Platte Valley Pony Club “To see the world through the eyes of a newborn filly as she grows into adulthood, or an excited young girl in search of her first horse, is a treasure found in Corinne Joy Brown’s novel Finding Home, a story of loss and recovery told in a brilliant way. The illustrations by Ginny McDonald help to refine the wonderful writing which places the reader squarely in the experience of Curly Girl and Jesse, her adopter. Finding Home is a wonderful story for our time, in consideration of the wild horses whose freedom is threatened across the West and the people who adopt the captured ones into loving homes.” - James A. Holmes CEO and Executive Director, Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation Book Description: For every girl or boy who owns a horse, or wished they did, “Finding Home” brings all the drama and beauty of America’s wild horses to the middle-grade reader. A coming-of-age story and a tale about friendship, trust and understanding, both horse and owner have powerful lessons to learn. Together, young Jesse Nolan from Colorado and her wild mustang, Curly Girl, rounded up in Wyoming, discover what it means to rely on oneself, as well as those who love you most. Meet the Authors:  Ginny McDonald is an award-winning, professional Colorado illustrator and a longtime advocate for wild horses. She is the adopter of an American Curly mare, and more recently, a second mustang named "Lil Bit". Ginny's skill in the use of Prismacolor pencils brings this story to life with rich detail and heartfelt emotion.  Denver native Corinne Joy Brown is a multi-published, award-winning Colorado author, magazine editor and freelance writer focused on the West ." Recent publications include "Young Rider", "Cowboys & Indians," and "Working Ranch." She's also been a horse owner most of her life. Corinne is committed to teaching the next generation about the power of horses to teach and heal. "Finding Home" is her eighth book. Connect with the author: Website ~ Facebook Tour Schedule: Aug 3 - Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway Aug 3 – Corinne Rodrigues | Booksnista – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 4 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 4 - Splashes of Joy – book review / guest post / author interview / giveaway Aug 5 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway Aug 5 - My Journey Back – book review / author interview / giveaway Aug 6 – I'd Rather Be At The Beach – book review Aug 7 – T's Stuff – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Aug 7 - Books for Books – book spotlight Aug 10 – Reading Authors Nework – book review / giveaway Aug 11 – Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Aug 11 - Priya's Lit Blog – book review / giveaway Aug 12 – Older & Smarter? – book review Aug 12 - Read and Review – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Aug 13 - A Mama's Corner Of the World – book review / giveaway Aug 13 – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 14 – Rosepoint Publishing – book review / giveaway Aug 14 - Writer with Wanderlust – book review / guest post / giveaway Aug 17 – authors.ace – book review Aug 18 – Bound 4 Escape – book review / giveaway Aug 18 - Sefina Hawke's Books – book spotlight Aug 19 – Krisha's Cozy Corner – book review / guest post / giveaway Aug 19 - Library of Clean Reads - book review / giveaway Aug 20 – My Reading Journey – book review / guest post / giveaway Aug 20 - Pen Possessed - book review / giveaway Aug 21 – Svetlanas reads and views – book review Enter the Giveaway:
Coming Soon!   Join us for this tour from July 27 to August 7, 2020! Book Details: Book Title: PINTO! Based Upon the True Story of the Longest Horseback Ride in History by M.J. Evans Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 243 pages Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: Dancing Horse Press Release date: October, 2019 Format available for review: print, mobi file (for Kindle), gifted Kindle copy, ePub, PDF, NetGalley download Will send print books out: USA Tour dates: July 27 to August 7, 2020 Content Rating: G. This book is taken from the actual journals that were kept by the men on the journey. There is no bad language or explicit scenes. Book Description: In 1912, four men, calling themselves the “Overland Westerners,” decided fame and fortune awaited if they embarked on the longest horseback ride in history. Their goal was to visit all forty-eight state capitals over the course of three years and complete their journey at the San Francisco World’s Fair on June 1, 1915. Facing rugged roads, raging rivers, thieves and near starvation, the men went through seventeen horses. Only one horse completed the entire journey…Pinto, a little horse with a heart as big as the whole country! This is Pinto’s account of his arduous adventure. ALSO ON THIS TOUR:  Book Details: Book Title: In the Heart of a Mustang by M.J. Evans Category: YA Fiction (Ages 13-17), 359 pages Genre: Contemporary Coming of Age Publisher: Dancing Horse Press Release date: October, 2017 Format available for review: print, mobi file (for Kindle), gifted Kindle copy, ePub, PDF, NetGalley download Will send print books out: USA Tour dates: July 27 to August 7, 2020 Content Rating: PG. Some suggested violence but not explicit Book Description: A boy is told that his father was a brave and virtuous man, a soldier who traded his life to save the lives of countless others. He was the man that Hunter needed to emulate. The only problem is the whole story is a lie, all of it. The truth, which Hunter discovers as he begins his sophomore year of high school, is that his father has actually spent the boy’s entire life in jail, paying his debt to society, but not mending his ways. A wild mustang mare, is rounded up by the BLM. The spring rains had been sparse, the forage on the plains even more so. The mare and her herd are rescued from certain starvation and placed for adoption. In a sandy corral at Promise Ranch, a home for troubled teenage boys, the boy and the mare meet. A weathered, old cowboy brings them together – a mentor for one, a trainer for the other. The bond that forms between boy and horse becomes one that saves the lives of both.  Meet the Author: Award-winning author M.J. Evans grew up in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Upon graduation from Oregon State University, she spent five years teaching high school and middle school students. She retired from teaching to raise her five children. Mrs. Evans is a life-long equestrian and enjoys competing in Dressage and riding in the beautiful Colorado mountains. She has published fourteen books, most of which are fiction. Connect with the author: Website ~ Twitter ~ Facebook ~ Pinterest ~ Instagram ~ Goodreads Tour Schedule: July 27 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of PINTO! / guest post / giveaway July 27 - Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of PINTO! / giveaway July 27 - My Journey Back – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / guest post / giveaway July 28 – Splashes of Joy – book review of PINTO! / author interview / giveaway July 28 - She Just Loves Books – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway July 29 – Svetlanas reads and views – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway July 29 - Adventurous Bookworm – book review of PINTO! / giveaway July 29 - Krisha's Cozy Corner - book review of PINTO! / author interview / giveaway July 30 – Splashes of Joy – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / guest post / giveaway July 30 - My Reading Journeys – book review of PINTO! / author interview / giveaway July 31 – Literary Flits – book review of PINTO! / giveaway July 31 - T's Stuff - book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 3 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 3 - T's Stuff - book review of PINTO! / author interview / giveaway Aug 3 - My Journey Back – book review of PINTO! / giveaway Aug 4 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 4 - She Just Loves Books – book review of PINTO! / giveaway Aug 5 – A Mama's Corner of the World – book review of PINTO! / giveaway Aug 5 - Adventurous Bookworm – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 5 - My Reading Journeys – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 6 – A Mama's Corner of the World – book review of In the Heart of a Mustang / giveaway Aug 6 - Blooming with Books - book review of PINTO! / giveaway Aug 7 - Svetlanas reads and views – book review of PINTO! / giveaway Enter the Giveaway:
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Join us for this tour from May 4 to May 29, 2020!
Book Details: Book Title: A Curse of Mayhem (Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions, Book 2) by Sunayna Prasad Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 173 pages Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Amazon KDP Release date: July 2019 Format available for review: print, mobi (for Kindle), PDF Will send print books out: USA and Canada Tour dates: May 4 to May 29, 2020 Content Rating: G: There is no mature language or adult content whatsoever.
Book Description:
History, like magic, has a habit of repeating itself. It’s been six months since thirteen-year-old Alyssa McCarthy left magic behind for good. Or so she thought… Then the enchanted objects that protected her disappear. Now a skeleton named Errol has cursed her with magical powers that keep getting her in trouble. Suddenly strange things are happening with disastrous effects, and if Alyssa can’t remove the magic, she will lose everything she holds dear. In order to get rid of her unwanted wizardry, Alyssa will have to boost her bravery and confidence and determine who Errol really is. But every time Alyssa uses an enchantment, Errol is one step closer to getting his flesh back and becoming alive, and he will do anything to achieve his goals…even if it means destroying Alyssa’s happiness. Originally published in 2016 as “Wizardry Goes Wild” and “The Unruly Curse” in 2019, “A Curse of Mayhem” is book two in the exciting and suspenseful “Magical Missions” series.
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Book Title: The Frights of Fiji (Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions, Book 2) by Sunayna Prasad Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 136 pages Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Amazon KDP Release date: October 2018 Format available for review: print, mobi (for Kindle), PDF Will send print books out: USA and Canada Tour dates: May 4 to May 29, 2020 Content Rating: G: There is no mature language or adult content whatsoever.
Book Description:
A world of magic and adventure awaits… Sent to live with her strict, aloof, and uncaring uncle after her parents are killed in a car accident, twelve-year-old orphan Alyssa McCarthy longs for the life she used to have—one filled with fun and love. Then one stormy night, a message appears in the raindrops on the window that will change everything. "Your life will never be the same again, as magic will interfere." Before long, Alyssa is kidnapped by Master Beau, a banished sorcerer with a mysterious connection to her who can only regain his power by weakening hers. Suddenly hurled into a world of wizardry filled with fantastical beasts and marvelous technology beyond her wildest imagination, Alyssa must defeat Master Beau if she ever wants to get home again. But Master Beau will stop at nothing, including using Alyssa’s friends, to ensure he is triumphant. Originally titled "From Frights to Flaws", this story is the exciting and enchanting first book in the "Magical Missions" series. 
Meet the Author:
Sunayna Prasad enjoys writing fantasy books for children, as well as cooking, creating artwork, watching online videos, and blogging. She has also written The Frights of Fiji, formerly titled as From Frights to Flaws. She is passionate about modern life, fantasy, and world-building. Aside from her website, she also has a blog about different creative and entertaining topics, including fiction and writing, called “Sunayna Prasad’s Blog”. Sunayna has graduated from college in May 2017. She lives in Long Island, NY. Connect with the Author: website ~ twitter
Tour Schedule:
May 4 - Olio by Marilyn– book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 5 –Splashes of Joy – book review of The Frights of Fiji May 5 -Sefina Hawke's Books – book spotlight May 6 –Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway May 6 -Rosco's Reading Room - book spotlight / author interview / giveaway May 7 –Rockin Book Reviews – book spotlight of The Frights of Fiji / guest post / giveaway May 8 – T's Stuff – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway May 9 -Ingo Sparkles Books & More - book review of A Curse of Mayhem May 11 - Gwendalyn’s Books – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 11 -Ingo Sparkles Books & More - book review of The Frights of Fiji May 12 - Books and Zebras - book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 12 -She Just Loves Books - book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 12 –Splashes of Joy – book review of A Curse of Mayhem May 12 -Gwendalyn’s Books – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 13 - Books and Zebras - book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 13 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 13 -The avid reader – book spotlight / giveaway May 14 –Bookworm for Kids – book spotlight / giveaway May 14 -Nighttime Reading Center – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 15 –Bookish Quest – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 19 – Olio by Marilyn – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 19 -Literary Flits - book spotlight / giveaway May 20 –Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway May 20 -She Just Loves Books - book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 21 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 21 -Books for Books – book spotlight May 22 –Writer with Wanderlust – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway May 26 -Stephanie Jane – book spotlight / giveaway May 27 –Writer with Wanderlust – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / author interview / giveaway May 28 –Bookish Quest – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 28 –Nighttime Reading Center – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway May 29 –fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway TBD - Karma Readz - book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway TBD - Karma Readz - book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway TBD – michellemengsbookblog – book review of The Frights of Fiji / giveaway TBD – michellemengsbookblog – book review of A Curse of Mayhem / giveaway
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