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Just Be You by Ann Louise Ramsey
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a Cocker Spaniel named Honey's delightful journey of self-discovery
in Ann Louise Ramsey's magical children's
picture book Just
Be You.
Just
Be You
by Ann Louise Ramsey
Crown Peak Publishing
ISBN 978-0-9645663-5-4, hc, 40pp., $19.95
Once again Ann Ramsey creates her own distinctive brand of magical realism through digital imaging in Just Be You. Honey, the Cocker Spaniel, is the star of this quest for self esteem. She is surrounded by ducks, so naturally she tries very hard to be a duck. One day she looks in the mirror and sees someone very different. She begins to explore what makes her unique.
Ramsey weaves the story into the enchanting illustrations with her trademark poetic charm and grace. The result is a timeless fable for all ages.
Readers young and old alike will delight as Honey leaps off the page and grabs hold of their hearts. What a face! What a range of emotions! What an actress! Honey definitely has a future on the big screen. Join in this adorable pup's crusade. Prepare to fall in love. I hope this is the start of many more Honey adventures to come.
Copyright
(c) 2008 by Peggy Tibbetts
http://advicefromacaterpillar.wordpress.com/
Bookideas.com and Midwest Book Review
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Dear Ann,
We found your book at the public library and my 7 year old son fell
in love with it! I did too! It is beautiful and inspiring! When we
read
the back cover we
were please to find out that you also live in Colorado. It was really neat
for my son to find out that you live in the same place and wrote a
book about the
pine cone. We even made our very own pinecone "me the tree" with eyes
and he carried it around for weeks. This book teaches not only children but also
parents as the meaning is very deep and poetic. I am glad to see that there is
now another book by you to discover. Please keep up this wonderful work!
Sincerely,
Darlene and Daniel (my son)
Arvada, Colorado
May 21, 2008
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Cocker Spaniel Forum
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/
Post subject: New Book
PostPosted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 10:00 am
Location: Leesburg, VA
For the cocker fans out there, here's a great new book.
A cocker
spaniel that has been told by "others" that she is really a duck!
Sounds so cute & fun...hot off the presses, first edition, author
signed!!
"Just Be You", Inspiring New Children's Picture Book by Colorado
Author
Ann Louise Ramsey.
"A delightful journey of self-discovery" featuring a Cocker
Spaniel
named Honey. Great for all ages! Available April 1st. $19.95/Reserve
your signed copy now at: http://www.just-be-u.com/thebook.htm
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=25182
Cheryl owner of:
Sophie (born 5-11-04; black)
Lexie (born 7-14-07; tri-color)
Tribute to Britney at Rainbow Bridge http://members.aol.com/cengel0327/
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Honey posted her own review of Just Be You in the Cocker Spaniel forum, too! Click here to read Honey's point of view about her new book: http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=25164
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Me,
the Tree
by Ann Louise Ramsey
Reviewed by: Peggy Tibbetts
Like Alvin Tresselt’s classic "The Dead Tree," the life of a tree is the foundation for this parable about self-realization. Tucked inside its pinecone cocoon, the seed travels on the evening breeze to its new home in the meadow. With a lot of help from the rain, the pinecone breaks down and the seed is free to sprout.
Deep in the meadow floor the sapling struggles to fulfill its destiny to become a tall tree. As it reaches toward the sun, the tiny tree provides shelter for wildflowers and birds. The tree also learns that rain and snow and wind are all necessary in order to grow strong. In fact it is through loving nature that the tree understands the true meaning of its own roots.
Ramsey's digital, enhanced photos are the perfect medium for illustrating both the power and sensitivity of nature. The pine cone's deep blue eyes create a personality and an emotional attachment to the story. The eyes will certainly capture children’s attention – much like Hidden Pictures – while they hunt for them on each page as the sapling grows into a tree. And in turn the little tree's story will open their eyes to the wonders of nature. Meanwhile adults will discover a poetic chronicle that reminds us what really matters in our lives. The universal theme of individuality gives "Me, the Tree" an enduring quality reminiscent of Douglas Wood's "Old Turtle." I recommend this book for all ages.
Copyright
(c) 2006 by Peggy Tibbetts
Bookideas.com and Midwest Book Review
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