A note from Rosemary Wells

Books That Heal Kids: Book Review: Following Grandfather

Book Review: Following Grandfather

Author: Rosemary Wells
Illustrated by Christopher Denise
Interest Level: Ages 8 and Up
Chapter Book with illustrations

From the Book Jacket: When Jenny was little, Grandfather taught her how to button her buttons and how to write J for her name. When she was a little older, Grandfather took her to try on the expensive dresses at the stylish Mouse Boutique, hidden deep in the ductwork of the Jordan Marsh department store. And during long summer afternoons at Revere Beach, Grandfather taught Jenny the names of seashells. 

But one day Grandfather was gone. Every mouse in Boston, including Jenny, went to his funeral high in the belfry of the cathedral. So how can it be that Jenny begins to spot Grandfather about town - turning a corner, sitting on a park bench? Could it really be that Grandfather is still out there somewhere, roaming the city he loved? Jenny can't help but run after the familiar silver whiskers, hoping...

Why It's On My Bookshelf: What a special find. So many children who have lost a grandparent will benefit from reading this book. Sometimes in my own life I will see something or even smell something that reminds me of my grandma. It makes me smile and is a reminder of how much I miss her. I have to admit this book even got me a little teary. Remembering a grandparent can make a child sad but also brings up all the wonderful happy times. Be prepared for lots of share outs and discussion. What an honor to read such a touching and healing story to children. I have a feeling this will be a heavily checked out book from my shelf. 

Following Grandfather Booksigning

Many thanks to all the folks at Barrington Books, our friends, family and readers who came to book signing on Saturday. If you missed us, we will be signing together again on Saturday October 20th at the Southwestern Connecticut You Book Expo.

Following Grandfather Sneak Peek #5

If you live in the area, I will be signing copies of Following Grandfather with the author, Rosemary Wells, on Sunday, September 23rd at Barrington Books from 1-3:30. More info at: http://www.barringtonbooks.com/event/following-grandfather-rosemary-wells-christopher-denise

Following Grandfather Sneak Peek #4

Booksigning with Rosemary Wells!

Just received confirmation that I will be signing copies of Following Grandfather with Rosemary Wells at Barrington Books (Barrington, RI)  on Sunday, September 23rd!

Following Grandfather Sneak Peek#3

Twitter

Starting up my twitter feed and should be able to post a few daily tidbits once I get the hang of it. My wife told me that a monkey could use twitter and I am considering adopting one.
Anyway, here is the address if you follow twitter-thanks!
https://twitter.com/cadenise

Following Grandfather, Sneak peek #2!

I don't care what you say, I like the Backyardigans.

I love this kind of thing-it cracks me up. Development for this show would be hoot. Bill Murray from "The Life Aquatic" and Pablo and Tyrone from "Into the Deep". 

Is the show still running-anyone out there know?

A very good thing indeed.

Tiny Showcase is a fantastic company to work with! Beautifully produced prints, very cool people, ...AND a percentage of every sale goes directly to a charity of the artists choice. 

You can view the listing by visiting Tiny Showcase

Vacation

Just back from a long and long overdue vacation. I was ready for it, I was fried. But now I am ready to see where the projects take me. Its always odd to come back and look at a bunch of work recently completed when you are only a little separated from it-not working on it but still somehow attached. Like the way that you remember a conversation that you had recently and suddenly see it in a whole new light. A preview from "Following Grandfather" to come soon.