Just One More Book Podcast
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A Podcast about the children's books we love and why we love them - recorded in our favourite coffee shop.
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Love of Reading Gallery - Deborah Zemke
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Thu, Jul 24, 2008
It’s a fun job and somebody has to do it.
We’re talking about interviewing 51 artists — professionals, hobbyists and children — about their drawings for our Love of Reading Gallery. It’s all part of the celebration of the second anniversary of the Just One More Book children’s book podcast.
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Putting Peckish in Perspective: The Butter Man
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Wed, Jul 23, 2008
Author: Elizabeth Alalou and Ali Alalou
Illustrator: Julie Klear Essakalli
Published: 2008 Charlesbridge (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1580891276
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Mouth-watering memories of fresh bread and butter and the crawling gnawing of famine’s want make a father’s reflection on childhood hunger food for thought about patience, gratitude and luck.
More books touching on hunger on JOMB:
Mei Ming and the Dragon’s Daughter
The [...]
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Structure, Strengths, Strategies and Stretching: Clementine’s Letter
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Thu, Jan 01, 1970
Author: Sara Pennypacker
Illustrator: Marla Frazee (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Hyperion (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0786838841
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In the voice of a creative and easily distracted third grader and brimming with insight and humour, this clever and thoroughly entertaining novel is as touching as it is funny as it is educational.
Other books mentioned:
Clementine
The Talented Clementine
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Love of Reading Gallery - Lee Edward Fodi
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Thu, Jul 17, 2008
When we put out the call for illustrations that promote a love of reading, we didn’t expect to receive 51 submissions in about a month.
As part of the second anniversary celebrations of the Just One More Book children’s book podcast, we’re conducting short interviews with each illustrator that contributed to our Love of Reading Gallery. [...]
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Loving Your Label: Patrick the Somnambulist
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Wed, Jul 16, 2008
Author: Sarah Ackerley (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Sarah Ackerley
Published: 2008 Blooming Tree Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1933831073
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Quiet absurdity and understated text relay the hilarious tale of a unique young penguin who swaps stigma for stupendous in this inspiring invitation to embrace our traits.
Podcasts mentioned:
LD Podcast
Stuttering is Cool
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Love of Reading Gallery - Bob Staake
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Tue, Jul 15, 2008
As part of the second anniversary celebrations of the Just One More Book children’s book podcast, we’ve been conducting short interviews with each of this spring’s Love of Reading Gallery contributors. These interviews will be published three times as extra shows in our interview feed.
On this edition, Mark speaks with Bob Staake about his [...]
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Interview with Katie McAllaster Weaver
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jul 14, 2008
Some books are so perfect, you’d swear the idea must have just poured out of the author’s head and on to the pages of their notebook. It might have taken an afternoon.
Not so with the picture book Bill in a China Shop.
Author Katie McAllaster Weaver took a seed of an idea, an accidentally misspoken [...]
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A celebration of 400 episodes in two years
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Sun, Jul 13, 2008
We celebrate 400 episodes in two years by reflecting on what we’ve accomplished, what we’ve learned and what we’d like to see in children’s literature. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this episode.
Books, reviews, interviews and resources we mention:
Bill in a China Shop
Love of Reading Gallery
Eva Ibbotson
Henry Winkler
Judy Sierra
Simon James
The Grandmother Doll
When-I-Was-a-Little-Girl
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Roamin’ Numerals: Missing Math (A Number Mystery)
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Fri, Jul 11, 2008
Author: Loreen Leedy (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Loreen Leedy
Published: 2007 Marshall Cavendish (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0761453857
Shocked expressions, rhyming clamor and high contrast chaos create a dazzling disguise for this sneaky introduction to the importance of numbers.
You can read the interesting history of this book here.
Other books mentioned:
The Looking Book
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More math on JOMB:
Full House: An Invitation to Fractions
A [...]
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Heeding Homelessness: Lily and the Paper Man
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Wed, Jul 09, 2008
Author: Rebecca Upjohn (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Renne Benoit (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Second Story Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 189718719X
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Fall rain surrenders to vividly blustering snow as a young girl thinks her way from fear through curiosity, empathy and finally into action in this heartwarming tale of hardship and humanity.
More books touching on homelessness on JOMB:
The Cardboard Shack [...]
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Kevin Bolger becomes a first time published author
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Mon, Jul 07, 2008
By day he’s the popular Mr. B, a reading and writing teacher at First Avenue Public School in Ottawa. At night, he’s the creator of a fantasy world from medieval times — a time of not-so-brave-knights.
Kevin Bolger launched his first book on June 3 to a crowd of nearly 300 people. Despite its [...]
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Bewitching Beginnings: How Chipmunk Got Tiny Feet (Native American Animal Origin Stories)
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Sat, Jul 05, 2008
Author: Gerald Hausman (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Ashley Wolff (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Irie Books
ISBN: 0970911262
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Earthy, folk art and simple, friendly narrative intrigue and entertain us with seven traditional Coushatta, Tsimshian and Navajo tales of adventure, transformation, conflict and punishment.
Other books mentioned:
Doctor Bird: Three Lookin’ Up Tales From Jamaica
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Flipped Fundamentals: A isn’t for Fox (An Isn’t Alphabet)
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Fri, Jul 04, 2008
Author: Wendy Ulmer (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Laura Knorr (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Sleeping Bear Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1585363197
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Smiling eyes, tumbling rhyme and richly illustrated mischief take centre stage in this roundabout romp through the alphabet.
Other books mentioned:
Alphabetter
Be sure to pop over to In Search of Giants for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays [...]
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Crackerjack Crankiness: I’m Not Cute!
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Wed, Jul 02, 2008
Author: Johnathan Allen (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Johnathan Allen
Published: 2005 Hyperion (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0786837209
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Caustic scowls and harried helplessness take turns on the face of an overtired owlet in this hilariously endearing tale of naptime nastiness and unconditional love.
Other books mentioned:
The Gruffalo
Cuddly Dudley
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Connecting with Val Willis: The Magic of ‘My Horse, My Passion’
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jun 30, 2008
Val Willis is connected to an extraordinary number of people through two things:
My Horse, My Passion: Riding tips for all ages, a book written by her daughter, Kenra, when Kenra was 11 years old; and,
Val’s energetic way of spreading good cheer to as many people as possible.
On this edition of Just One More Book!!, we [...]
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Listener Submitted Reviews #22
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Sun, Jun 29, 2008
This listener submitted review comes from Kevin Hodgson of Kevin’s Meandering Mind blog. This is Kevin’s fifth review for our show! He’ll soon need his own theme music.
This time, Kevin shares his thought about Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair by Patricia Polacco.
We’d love to hear your thoughts on a favourite [...]
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Cat Chance: A Very Improbable Story
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Fri, Jun 27, 2008
Author: Edward Einhorn (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Adam Gustavson (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Charlesbridge Publishing (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1570918716
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What’s the likelihood that a crusty feline sticking stubbornly to a boy’s skull expounding statistical concepts would not only be strangely engaging but would clearly communicate what probability is, what it’s not, how to pronounce it and how to use [...]
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Of Vice and Mensch: Such A Prince
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Wed, Jun 25, 2008
Author: Dan Bar-el (on JOMB)
Illustrator: John Manders (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Clarion Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0618714685
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Tabloid-style coverage, Looney-Toonesque illustrations and the feisty narration of a bohemian godmother transform the traditional tending of a love-sick princess into a comical read-again caper.
Other books mentioned:
Stories at the Door
The Three May Peaches
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Sounds Like Canada (June 23, 2008)
Author: Mark Blevis and Andrea Ross
Tue, Jun 24, 2008
At the request of the CBC, we have removed the excerpt of the Sounds Like Canada radio interview Mark was a part of. The interview aired across Canada on Monday, June 23.
The interview is available online as an episode of the Sounds Like Canada podcast. Click here to listen to it.
Links:
Podcasters Across Borders
Stuttering [...]
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We’re on “Sounds Like Canadaâ€
Author: Mark Blevis and Andrea Ross
Mon, Jun 23, 2008
We are thrilled to announce that the Just One More Book! podcast was featured, along with Daniele Rossi’s Stuttering is Cool and Melinda Mason’s My Marilyn podcasts, on this morning’s edition of “Sounds Like Canada” — one of CBC’s two flagship coast-to-coast morning shows.
What an honour!
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Interview with Carmen Bernier-Grand
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jun 23, 2008
Taking risks requires courage. It could be the risk of changing careers, chasing a dream or trying something that’s not natural for you. It takes particular courage to take those risks in the presence of others.
On this edition of Just One More Book!!, Mark speaks with Carmen Bernier-Grand, author of several books including [...]
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Contagious Creativity: Willow
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Fri, Jun 20, 2008
Authors: Denise Brennan-Nelson and Rosemarie Brennan
Illustrator: Cyd Moore (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Sleeping Bear Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1585363421
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Seething stringency and constant condemnation prove no match for good-natured self worth in this uplifting story of creativity, individuality and respect. Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks!
Other books mentioned:
I Love You Stinky Face
Cassandra’s Angel
Free [...]
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Loss, Laughs and Loony-Proof Love: My Dad’s A Birdman
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Wed, Jun 18, 2008
Author: David Almond (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Polly Dunbar (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763636673
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Airy illustrations, playful, British dialogue and sprightly dipping, gliding narrative give flight to a zany father-daughter adventure that dances delicately between tenderness, tomfoolery, hope and despair landing lightly in the comfort of allied abandon.
You can read the first [...]
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Interview with Henrik Drescher
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jun 16, 2008
As with many creative disciplines, some children’s book creators produce works that are more artistic in nature — books that have limited commercial appeal. Those are the authors with small yet loyal fan base and you’re missing out by not knowing about them.
One such example is author and illustrator, Henrik Drescher, creator of many [...]
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Picking Your Pace: The Painted Chest
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Sat, Jun 14, 2008
Author: Judith Christine Mills (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Judith Christine Mills
Published: 2007 Key Porter Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 155263809X
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Windswept bleakness and ceaseless toil surrender to light hearts and lushness as this beautifully illustrated allegory reminds us to make time for music, beauty and the nourishment of our souls.
Beware of the Barrenness of a Busy Life — Socrates
Other [...]
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Looking For Me: Ruby the Copycat
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Fri, Jun 13, 2008
Author: Peggy Rathmann
Illustrator: Peggy Rathmann
Published: 1991 Scholastic (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0590474235
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Spare, natural dialogue, carefully chosen details and keenly expressive illustrations keep us alternately giggling and cringing at the delicate shifts of sentiment from uncertainty and admiration through flattery, imitation, loss of self and then frustration in this celebration of selfhood found.
Other books mentioned:
Suki’s Kimono
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Truth, Tyranny and Teamwork: The Mysterious Benedict Society
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Wed, Jun 11, 2008
Author: Trenton Lee Stewart
Illustrator: Carson Ellis
Published: 2006 Little, Brown and Co. (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0316003956
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Creativity, dexterity, integrity and retentivity are raised to the rank of super-power as four stray eleven year olds battle mind-numbing media, personal misgivings and the elaborate scheming of a mind-sweeping megalomaniac in this puzzle-filled, cleverly hilarious page-turner.
You can watch a great [...]
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Interview with Gloria Spielman
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jun 09, 2008
If you were to judge a book by its cover, or a biographical story by what you may already have learned, you may miss out on some incredible characters and plot elements. For example, the book Janusz Korczak’s Children. If you were to dismiss the book because the story takes place in Poland during [...]
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Are You Podcrastinating? Join us at Podcasters Across Borders
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Sat, Jun 07, 2008
Today we stray from our beloved children’s books to invite you into the podcasting fold.
If you’re a podcaster — or a podcaster-to-be who is in need of a nudge — Kingston, Ontario is the place to be the weekend of June 20-22, 2008.
Podcasters Across Borders 2008, the third annual not-for-profit international podcasting extravaganza, will provide [...]
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Scribes, Shadows and Freedom of Speech: The Story of the Search for the Story
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Wed, Jun 04, 2008
Author: Bjorn Sortland
Illustrator: Lars Elling
Published: 1995 CarolRhoda (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1575053756
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A swirling stew of settings, characters and literary greats drift between puzzling nested plots and enticing factual references to make this dramatically illustrated, dreamlike adventure an intriguing exploration of literature, censorship and the importance of storytelling and independent thought.
Other books mentioned:
Pippi Longstocking
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Interview with Yael Schy
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, Jun 02, 2008
Simply put, collaboration can make good things great. Now, more than ever, individuals and organizations have embraced the concept of we are smarter than me, internally and in partnerships with their competitors in something that’s been dubbed coopertition. It all hinges on teamwork.
On this edition of Just One More Book!!, Mark speaks with [...]
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Loving Living: Some Helpful Tips For A Better World And A Happier Life
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Sun, Jun 01, 2008
This episode of Just One More Book!! is dedicated to the memory of a good friend, Marcel Boudreau, a man who not only knew how to live a happy life, but helped others understand how to live their own happy lives. He made this a better world. We miss you, Marcel.
Author: Rebecca Doughty
Illustrator: Rebecca Doughty
Published: [...]
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A Panting Play-by-Play: A Day in the life of Murphy
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Fri, May 30, 2008
Author: Alice Provensen
Illustrator: Alice Provensen
Published: 2003 Simon & Schuster (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1416918000
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If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on in the mind of a yipping, sniffing, hustling, jumping, manic terrier — wonder no more! This classically simple, hilarious book tells all.
Other books mentioned:
Good Dog
Hogwood Steps Out: A Good, Good Pig Story
Doctor Ted
More Dogs on [...]
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Orchestrating Inspiration: Lady Liberty - A Biography
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Wed, May 28, 2008
Author: Doreen Rappaport
Illustrator: Matt Tavares
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763625302
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Stunningly warm, intimate illustrations and eleven candid first person accounts capture the crescendo of Lady Liberty’s creation, from idea to unveiling, and give us an enduring appreciation for the landmark, her creators and the many lives she has touched.
Other books mentioned:
Taj Mahal
Pier 21: Gateway [...]
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Interview with David Schwartz
Author: justonemorebook@gmail.com
Mon, May 26, 2008
We generally expect children’s books to educate and entertain children. It’s a special book that inspires a child to experiment and explore the world around them. It takes an author that conducted experiments during their own childhood, experiments like measuring the length of a frog and the distance of its hop to figure [...]
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Heartwarming Silliness: Sleepover Larry
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Sun, May 25, 2008
Author: Daniel Manus Pinkwater (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Jill Pinkwater (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Marshall Cavendish (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0761453148
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Grease your muffin tins and defrost your blueberries, it’s time for another adventure in friendship and frivolity as two thrillingly familiar polar bears let the good times roll at Larry’s first ever sleepover.
Other books mentioned:
Irving and Muktuk: Two Bad [...]
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Folktale Fusion: Love and Roast Chicken (A Trickster Tale from the Andes Mountains)
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Fri, May 23, 2008
Author: Barbara Knutson
Illustrator: Barbara Knutson
Published: 2004 Carolrhoda Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1575056577
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A spunky free-ranging guinea pig hero, an equally lovable, gullible villain and the happy mash-up of several familiar folk tales make this gorgeously illustrated trickster tale a story worth repeated re-enactment in the schoolyard with friends (really!).
Other books mentioned:
Borreguita and the Coyote
The People Could [...]
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Pleasantly Perplexing: Happy as a Tapir
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Wed, May 21, 2008
Author: Terry Carbone
Illustrator: Keith DuQuette
Published: 1992 Viking Juvenile (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0670842273
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Rich, imaginative illustrations and generous, poetic text present an endearing fantasy that leaves us pondering issues of identity, purpose, contentment, control and choice.
Other books mentioned:
Brave New World
You can peek inside this book, here.
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Naomi’s tree book launch with Joy Kogawa and Ruth Ohi
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Mon, May 19, 2008
On May 8, 2008, The Japan Foundation in Toronto, Canada, hosted the launch of Naomi’s Tree, a picture book about friendship written by Joy Kogawa and illustrated by Ruth Ohi. It was a fascinating event that included a display of the real sketches and final artwork for the book.
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