Yesterday and today we here at Pathos Pen Publishing have been unveiling what's coming up this winter/early spring! I've been sharing quite a lot about three works that are set to release very soon, but have otherwise been rather secretive of my projects! Well, here you go!
(Cover photo credit: Studio 71 Photography by Alex Davalos)
Next, a side project that turned into a sweet and very relevant tale titled Unlikely Places, also set to release winter/early spring! (Note - this is just a teaser, not the actual cover...)
And finally - we're working on a non-fiction book that is a compilation of the latest developmental and Interpersonal Neurobiology research combined with encouraging testimonials from both adult adoptees and adoptive families! It's title is Folded: The Forging of an Adoptive Family (no art to reveal yet! sorry!)
Thanks to everyone for being along with me for this ride! Much gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P. :)
I'm always grateful for anyone that comes alongside me in this adventure! I see there's been a lot of activity from Turkey - so I just wanted to say HELLO! :) Leave a comment - let's connect!
Come with us to the zoo. Check out Zebra’s hairdo. Discover Flamingo’s favorite food. Meet Lion, Bat, and Kangaroo, and visit all the others too! Frog likes the zoo, and he likes you, so he’ll pop in a time or two. Win his game of hide and seek. You can find that little sneak!
Dress Up Day
Come with us as we dress up. Be a princess, pilot, or chef. Maybe you think a policeman is best. Farm the land, sing in a band, or fight fires like a fireman. See a teacher, a doctor, an artist, too, and learn about the jobs they do.
Bright, colorful illustrations combine with fun rhyme to fill children’s dreams with beautiful possibilities. Bring your sashes, glasses, and fake mustaches!
Grandparents’ Day
In this heartwarming story, a loving grandchild cares for her elderly grandparents as she fondly recalls how they did the same for her when she was younger. Simple drawings and elegant use of color combine with gentle rhyme to touch the hearts of parents and children alike. Learn to cherish the memories we make with our family members, young and old.
My Review:
The beautiful artistry of the pictures in Tina Marie Kaht’s books immediately catch one’s eye. The way the author weaves the children’s stories together is simple but informative and fun. My children sure enjoyed reading her books with me, and I even cried a little at Grandparent’s Day. What wonderful books to add to your family’s collection! The only thing I would suggest is a more racially diverse and differently abled group of kids depicted in the stories.
My Rating:
5 stars for charm, ease of use for children, fantastic artwork, and overall excellence in children’s literature
I remember the summer of 2012. I was writing, Heidi was writing, and it was a summer of awesomeness. During that time, I saw Heidi come out of her shell, expressing herself through the written word. She came up with such a great story that I remember crying I’d get so mad at one of the guys of Double Blind Study. And once I finished beta-ing Learn to Fly, I remember thinking that while the story was about Lenny and Luke, it really was allegorical to Heidi’s life, and how she had finally learned to fly. Life is never easy, but Heidi has continued to show bravery & passion more and more each year I am privileged to know her. She is a dear friend, and though we have different styles in many ways, we’re family. You never forget those who’ve helped spread your wings, who’ve watched you learn to fly. <3
Review of Learn to Fly:
When I first learned about the premise of the story, I was immediately enthralled. Then, I began reading it as a beta reader, and again once it came out as an eBook. It’s such a fun read! Five guys + Lenny + mischief - Ashton/Cody/Shane = a hilarious and heartfelt ride as readers get to partake in the backstage life of Double Blind Study and the Olympic snowboarding queen, Lenny. One gets sucked in to Heidi’s writing, and all the antics of the guys of DBS immediately make one wish they had brothers or guy friends to just goof around with. The antics plus the deep sides to Lenny and Luke woven together created a wonderful debut for this author! It’s no wonder she’s doing well as an indie!
LTF feels almost like there are three parts to the book. The first is the band and being on tour, the second is Lenny rediscovering her passion and following her story, the third containing the solidification of the love story. All throughout, Heidi masters the skill of multiple people dialoguing - which is a rare gift indeed.
My fav characters in this book: Luke and Lenny (of course!), Mike, and Duke and Natalie
P.S. - I still drink my coffee like Lenny, too… slamming it down then getting to work! :) And Mike - oh I love Mike!
Review of In Your Honor:
Being that I loved LTF, I wasn’t sure how Hutchinson could top it. But, she did and then some!! The story started out with both Lucy and Blake, broken in so many ways. A reader can’t help but cheer for them as Lucy joins his tour, and then steals the spotlight. But, I think the greatest journey was how both Lucy and Blake had to take their own paths to healing in order to reach the conclusion they did (trying not to have too many spoilers). Also, keep kleenex handy - many times this book will make you cry as you go through Blake’s and Lucy’s up’s and down’s. Man - when Blake visits his father’s grave - let’s just say I sobbed so hard in my bed that I woke my husband up!!!
My absolute favorite character so far of Heidi's is definitely Lucy. I love how she smashes tractors and shoots people ;) She's raw, and I love it - and you will too!!!
Though the story is longer than her first, it keeps you engrossed until the very end. Plus, the antics of the guys of DBS are back, and it’s fun to keep up with their dynamic. Luke and Lenny appear a few times, but are definitely secondary characters in this book. And Shane comes forward in this book… again. Though Hutchinson develops his character wonderfully, and tries to make him a nicer guy now - which I’m sure he is - I just can’t forgive him his past. In fact, I feel very much like Crazy Eyes in this clip from Mr. Deeds when I think of Shane....
I'm just relieved that it ended as it did!!! I definitely cannot wait for Book III - Tectonic! My Rating: Because I am good friends with the author, I cannot approach this in an unbiased way, so at this time, I'm not giving these books a rating on my blog. The Author's Links: Hutchinson can be found on Smashwords and Amazon. Check Heidi Hutchinson out at the following links as well: Facebook:http://facebook.com/heidirhutchinson Twitter: @chosenbyfaith Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7275775.Heidi_Hutchinson
