Book Review & Blog Tour + Giveaway: The Storybook Night (#storybookknight)

Two reviews and giveaways in a row! So much fun stuff going on on the blog lately. Again, a big thank you to the Sourcebooks team for making this possible.

The Storybook Knight

by Helen Docherty, Thomas Docherty

Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

Published September 6, 2016

Description:

Even dragons can’t resist a good story…

Even though Leo would rather sit at home and read, his parents send him out into the world in the hopes that Leo will become a famous knight. But when Leo comes up against the land’s most fearsome beasts, he soon discovers that scary monsters enjoy a good book as much as anyone…

Review:

This children's book is FANTASTIC. I gave it an immediate 5 out of 5 stars. The storyline is super-cute and meaningful, with the message being that you don't have to resort to violence to solve problems-- you can use your brains! I also think this book is especially beneficial for the young bookworms of the world who may get (wrongfully) judged or teased for being bookish. It's a truly delightful read that both parent and child will enjoy. Highly recommend!

Now for the fun part: enter for a chance to win an original sketch of Leo and Ned by illustrator Thomas Docherty! 

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I know you are going to love this book, regardless of your age. This is a timeless children's book I can easily see enduring through the years. Check out the landing page for The Storybook Knight for more info and fun stuff. Also, here are some author links for ya:

Thomas Docherty: www.thomasdocherty.co.uk

Twitter: @TDIllustration 

Helen Docherty: www.helendocherty.com

Twitter: @docherty_helen

Book Review & Blog Tour + Giveaway: Ed Vere's Max at Night (#maxatnight)

As you know, I really love children's books. Not only do I like to read them to find books to buy my goddaughter, but I personally enjoy them myself. I believe children's books aren't just for children. They can bring joy to adults, too.

When the lovely folks over at Sourcebooks contacted me about participating in a blog tour for Ed Vere's Max at Night, I jumped at the opportunity. I really enjoyed the first book in this children's series (Max the Brave), and I may have liked this one even more.

Max at Night (Max)

by Ed Vere

Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

Published September 1, 2016

Description:

This is Max. Max is very sleepy. It's way past Max's bedtime. Max has drunk his milk. Max has brushed his teeth. Max has cleaned behind his ears. Now Max just needs to say goodnight...

 Max is tired and all ready for bed, but when he can't find the moon to say goodnight to, he sets out to find it. But that's not as easy as Max had hoped...

Witty and heart-warming, this stylish and beautifully illustrated book is the perfect bedtime read.

Review:

I'm going to keep this short and to the point: you need this for your child's library. As a grown human, this book made me chuckle, so I know a young reader would be entertained by it, too. It's adorable and sweet, and the illustrations are simple yet delightful and eye-catching. The bright color scheme is perfect for the playful vibe of the storyline. Check out the images below for a better idea of what I mean:

Now for the fun part: Enter for a chance to win an original sketch by author and illustrator Ed Vere and a copy of Max at Night!

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I hope you enjoy the book as much as I did. Check out the Max at Night landing page for even more info. I'm also including some author links for you to visit, if you are so inclined:

Website: http://www.edvere.com/

Twitter: @ed_vere

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ed_vere/

Book Review & Blog Tour: Isabella Louise Anderson's The Right Design (+ Giveaway)

Title: The Right Design
Author: Isabella Louise Anderson
Publisher: Chick Lit Goddess
Publication Date: March 8th, 2014
Format: Paperback
Genre: Chick Lit, Romance
Page Count: 183

Synopsis:
Do business and pleasure mix? In the author's debut novel comes a story about picking up the pieces, letting go of the past, and finding love along the way--even if morals are tested!

Interior designer Carrie Newman could not have envisioned a more perfect life for herself. She had a great job doing what she loved, wonderful friends, and a close relationship with her sister and brother-in-law. Add in an amazing man who she’d hoped would soon become her husband, and her life was perfect. Until one devastating decision ruins her relationship and changes the course of her life.

Determined to make a new start, Carrie leaves Texas and heads to Palm Beach to pick up the pieces of her shattered and broken life. The last thing she expects is to find herself attracted to her first client at her new job--Brad Larson, who has proven himself time and time again to be caddish.

But there’s something beneath the surface of Brad’s arrogant exterior that keeps her craving more of him--something almost sweet that Carrie can’t seem to resist.

Is Carrie ready to take another chance on romance? And will this new design of her life prove to be the right one?

Review

I’ve been in a terrible reading slump all summer. I can’t seem to truly get into any of the books I pick up. I’ve DNF’d 4 books in recent memory, which is actually something I never used to do. I’d pick a book, and I’d stick with it until the end. But this summer has been different. I won’t get into it now, but perhaps stay tuned for a post about how I think the pressure of promising reviews to publishers and authors got to me. Moving on.

In the midst of my slump, I picked up Isabella Louise Anderson’s The Right Design. I picked it up in order to review it for the Chick Lit Plus blog tour (which is, by the way, the very first blog tour I’ve been a part of, and I feel honored). I loved the synopsis, and the cover, though simple and unassuming, made me think of happy times on the beach with my fiancé.

Once I got into the heart of it, I started to enjoy myself. It was such a pleasant surprise. I found myself smiling and even laughing during my very quick and breezy read of The Right Design. It’s fun, sexy, and it doesn’t ask much from the reader, which I think was something I really needed. I wanted to get out of my head for a little while. So, if you are looking for a distraction, look no further than The Right Design. I’d recommend reading it if you enjoy chick lit, romance, and light beach reads.

Rating: 3 / 5 Stars

FTC Disclaimer:
I received a free, finished physical copy of this title from Chick Lit Plus Blog Tours.

Giveaway

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Author Bio

Isabella Louise Anderson grew up with a book in her hand, and to this day nothing has changed.

She is a member of the Romance Writers of America and has been featured on several blogs. While Isabella doesn't blog a lot, she focuses her time on featuring other writers, along with writing and editing.

She lives in Dallas with her husband and cat. She enjoys spicy Mexican food and drinking margaritas, and can be found spending time with family and friends, cheering on the Texas Rangers, and reading.

Isabella’s short story, Meet Me Under the Mistletoe, was featured in Simon & Fig’s Christmas anthology, Merry & Bright, in November 2013. The Right Design is her first novel, and she is currently working on her next release.

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