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Hey you! Yeah, I'm talking to you. Looking for a good read?
Come on in and look around. Click on Hotdog's book cover to learn more about him. Or click on a heading to get more information.
While you're here, don't forget to sign the guestbook. And drop me an email if you have time. I like to talk books!
I often make school visits to talk to students about writing and publishing, and also give presentations to teachers, librarians, and writers groups.
Teachers -- I've included a discussion guide for HOTDOG ON TV for your use. Feel free to make as many copies as you need. For a complete teacher's guide, e-mail me. And do give me some feedback. As a former teacher and library media specialist, I know the best results come from sharing with one another! |
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Read reviews of some of Karen's books:
HOTDOG ON TV --
"Two appealing easy readers. In Hotdog, a dachshund who is "a very good eater" competes to earn a spot in a television commercial for Doggy Yums, even though his favorite food is ice cream. ... The simple illustrations painted in softly colored acrylics enliven this delightful story. ... Both of these age-appropriate selections, written in clear, simple sentences, will be popular with young readers."
School Library Journal
"… what makes this offering from Dial Easy-to-Read series engaging is the combination of a loveable hero, appealing artwork … and a simple word structure that draws readers into a real story that's easy to master."
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A GIFT FOR TIA ROSA --
"The depiction of the strong sense of family and of coming to terms with death makes this a good choice for all children."
School Library Journal
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"The author handles the subjects of grief and love very well ... The softly colored well-wrought pictures carry out the story's hopeful mood."
Booklist
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"...heartfelt tale about a girl who learns an important lesson in dealing with grief."
Publishers Weekly |
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MARSHMALLOW MUSCLES, BANANA BRAINSTORMS --
"... a well-paced plot, humorous dialogue and insightful characterizations ..."
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