Wiggles Press (WP) is happy to announce a new cast of characters joining out storybook line this year. Bringing these characters is a host of new writers and new artists.
Wiggles Press Book Release Schedule
January 2011
1. Animal of the Year is a new storybook written by Donald Cantor and Michael Cantor that takes readers on a second visit to Happy Farm, where there is a host of unique animals who display their talents. Only this time, readers are introduced to the adorable hound who is inspired by many Wheaten Terriers they have owned over the years. (Hard cover edition January 2011)
2. No Hay Raton en Nuestra Casa Nueve is a new Spanish translation of There’s No Mouse in My New House written by author Jean Smith Andrews. This funny and witty book by author Jean Smith Andrews will keep you laughing as you encounter the Funnybones’ reaction to finding a mouse in their new house.
February 2011
3. Grandma, Tell Me If You Can, by Melinda Lancaster brings to live a grandmother and grandson having a special moment at the beach. A beautifully written book showing a time filled with intrigue and imagination; illustrated by Michelle Podgorski
4. Presents for Phoebe, written by Paul Rodhe and illustrated by Al Margolis is a delightful story of Phoebe who is a bit spoiled by her adoring parents. Yet, Phoebe is awakened by the news of the 2010 Haiti earthquake and has a charitable heart towards the children living in an orphanage. You will have to read this one to learn just what this little one does to make a big difference!
5. Solaka, The Girl with the Long Blue Toenails, by mother and daughter Cristi Catt and Katryn (Katy) Loutzenhiser is a unique story that will make you laugh; art by Katy.
6. There is a Tarantula in My Pajamas, written by Celestine L. Payne is a story of parents comforting "Junior" who is afraid of the dark. Junior images he sees dragons, Martians and even a big old tarantula. Illustrator Bill Young
March 2011
7. Can I still be President? Written by Magnolia Walker. Diane and Juan their friends Ming and Tim ask themselves this question after being teased by a bully... You will love the answers and realizations each one comes up with individually; Illustrated by Michael (Miguel) da Cruz
8. Flowers, by Cynthia K. Davis will arrive just in time for Spring and introduces an array of characters like Lily, Queen Ann, Papi the Poppy, and even a Squirrels and Sparrows play a part in this tale! The lessons they teach about diversity, acceptance, and working together makes this story "No Ordinary Garden Show Competition."
9. Mary Margaret, A Flea You See, by Julie Reed is a coming of age story that will make you laugh and leave you feeling adventurous, ready to set out and pursue your dreams!
April 2011
10. My Room is a Jungle, by George Jack, is a story about a young boy who is trying hard to understand why his Mom thinks his room is so messy it looks like an African Safari deep in the Serengeti! Illustrated by Laurie Hamilton.
11. Sensational Sandy is a new character brought to us by Monique Howard, who will also illustrate the story Sensational Sandy and Stripes. This one is funny and sheds light on learning to accept change... and learning to like something new.
Summer 2011 (May/June)
12. Amazing Me! The Right Way to Be, by Judie Yuill and illustrated by Kristen Doherty will be joining us this summer. Its forest creatures teach the importance of teamwork and self-acceptance (Summer 2011).
13. A Dragon Valentine, by Rochelle O'Neal Thorpe will also arrive in Summer 2011 just in time for all the Asian mothers trying to prepare for the Year of the Dragon's first birthday parties in 2012. It is a story about discovering a friend's culture and going to your first big girl's party. , and it will a Dragon's heart.
14. How Did Daddy Love Me Today? A question many children may ask... and you will want to read how Pat Larson treats this inquiry; illustrated by Rosemarie Gillen.
15. Jackson’s Cloudy Day written by Melinda Lancaster is a story about Jackson who is a little boy who is home with a cold and spending the day in his pajamas. Using his imagination, he soon discovers in the shapes of the clouds a set of drums, a marching band, a castle where he can steal the golden goose and let all the prisoners loose, and much, much more.
About Wiggles Press
Wiggles Press Book Release Schedule
January 2011
1. Animal of the Year is a new storybook written by Donald Cantor and Michael Cantor that takes readers on a second visit to Happy Farm, where there is a host of unique animals who display their talents. Only this time, readers are introduced to the adorable hound who is inspired by many Wheaten Terriers they have owned over the years. (Hard cover edition January 2011)
2. No Hay Raton en Nuestra Casa Nueve is a new Spanish translation of There’s No Mouse in My New House written by author Jean Smith Andrews. This funny and witty book by author Jean Smith Andrews will keep you laughing as you encounter the Funnybones’ reaction to finding a mouse in their new house.
February 2011
3. Grandma, Tell Me If You Can, by Melinda Lancaster brings to live a grandmother and grandson having a special moment at the beach. A beautifully written book showing a time filled with intrigue and imagination; illustrated by Michelle Podgorski
4. Presents for Phoebe, written by Paul Rodhe and illustrated by Al Margolis is a delightful story of Phoebe who is a bit spoiled by her adoring parents. Yet, Phoebe is awakened by the news of the 2010 Haiti earthquake and has a charitable heart towards the children living in an orphanage. You will have to read this one to learn just what this little one does to make a big difference!
5. Solaka, The Girl with the Long Blue Toenails, by mother and daughter Cristi Catt and Katryn (Katy) Loutzenhiser is a unique story that will make you laugh; art by Katy.
6. There is a Tarantula in My Pajamas, written by Celestine L. Payne is a story of parents comforting "Junior" who is afraid of the dark. Junior images he sees dragons, Martians and even a big old tarantula. Illustrator Bill Young
March 2011
7. Can I still be President? Written by Magnolia Walker. Diane and Juan their friends Ming and Tim ask themselves this question after being teased by a bully... You will love the answers and realizations each one comes up with individually; Illustrated by Michael (Miguel) da Cruz
8. Flowers, by Cynthia K. Davis will arrive just in time for Spring and introduces an array of characters like Lily, Queen Ann, Papi the Poppy, and even a Squirrels and Sparrows play a part in this tale! The lessons they teach about diversity, acceptance, and working together makes this story "No Ordinary Garden Show Competition."
9. Mary Margaret, A Flea You See, by Julie Reed is a coming of age story that will make you laugh and leave you feeling adventurous, ready to set out and pursue your dreams!
April 2011
10. My Room is a Jungle, by George Jack, is a story about a young boy who is trying hard to understand why his Mom thinks his room is so messy it looks like an African Safari deep in the Serengeti! Illustrated by Laurie Hamilton.
11. Sensational Sandy is a new character brought to us by Monique Howard, who will also illustrate the story Sensational Sandy and Stripes. This one is funny and sheds light on learning to accept change... and learning to like something new.
Summer 2011 (May/June)
12. Amazing Me! The Right Way to Be, by Judie Yuill and illustrated by Kristen Doherty will be joining us this summer. Its forest creatures teach the importance of teamwork and self-acceptance (Summer 2011).
13. A Dragon Valentine, by Rochelle O'Neal Thorpe will also arrive in Summer 2011 just in time for all the Asian mothers trying to prepare for the Year of the Dragon's first birthday parties in 2012. It is a story about discovering a friend's culture and going to your first big girl's party. , and it will a Dragon's heart.
14. How Did Daddy Love Me Today? A question many children may ask... and you will want to read how Pat Larson treats this inquiry; illustrated by Rosemarie Gillen.
15. Jackson’s Cloudy Day written by Melinda Lancaster is a story about Jackson who is a little boy who is home with a cold and spending the day in his pajamas. Using his imagination, he soon discovers in the shapes of the clouds a set of drums, a marching band, a castle where he can steal the golden goose and let all the prisoners loose, and much, much more.
About Wiggles Press
Founder and Publisher, Rochelle O’Neal Thorpe is a graduate of Emerson College with a Master of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communications and the University of Massachusetts, Isenberg School of Management, Bachelor of Business Administration.
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