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Pardon Me Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anna Hirsch

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Pardon Me Please by Lois Wickstrom
4 Stars

This is a cute story filled with colourful pictures. The perfect time to read, close to Thanksgiving. Albert lives on a turkey farm and knows that the people who visit are not looking for a pet. He doesn’t want to be eaten! He just wants to live a long and happy life. A family purchases him but can he convince them not to eat him? This is a good book to open discussions pertaining to Thanksgiving and alternate meals that can be made. I believe it is a story that children will enjoy.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Conley

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a cute story about a Thanksgiving turkey, Albert, who gets pardoned by the family who buys him for their Thanksgiving dinner. We get to see the point of view of the turkey and his emotions as the family debates what to do. Ultimately, the family decides to vote on it and the turkey gets to go to the Turkey Pardon Park to live out the rest of his days. It’s a cute Thanksgiving story with colorful illustrations.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Hoke

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute and silly little book! This little turkey tries all it knows how to not be Thanksgiving dinner!

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lois Wickstrom has done it AGAIN! Her wonderful stories have captivated me, and I find myself not being able to stop reading her stories. This book is thanksgiving themed, and it came out just in time around the holidays, especially because the main character is Albert the turkey! Albert sees on the TV that the president pardons one turkey a year and wishes it a happy long life and that is what he wants too. This story is a cute, wonderful, captivating read that is fun for all ages. Illustrations are always wonderful in her children’s book and just lend a hand to the wonderful storyline. I cannot wait to read this book to my friend’s children and have them fall in love with this wonderful story like I have!

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A turkey, Thanksgiving, the president and a Turkey Pardon Park what more could you need to make an interesting tale. It would be interesting to see how Lois comes up with her cute and quirky stories and characters.

We are once again taken on another imaginative adventure in this one a turkey wants more out of his life. Now he just has to convince others that he is worth a pardon.

With bright colourful drawings it is easy to get children involved and interested in the outcome of the tale.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jamie Burns

Lois Wickstrom crafted a comical children’s book about a turkey begging for his life. Nicolas Milano crafted adorable and lively illustrations that support the storyline. Albert is at a turkey farm when a family arrives to purchase him, but what will they do with him? I mean, turkey is one of the main food groups at Thanksgiving time. Albert thinks about the president giving him a pardon from being eaten for dinner. Can he convince the family that bought him not to eat him for Thanksgiving dinner? Check out Pardon Me, Please to find out what happens to Albert.

Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I loved this book so much. Reading it made me smile and tug at my heartstrings hard. My nieces and I love the story all about Albert the Turkey. Coming into the Thanksgiving Holiday, Albert the Turkey is at a farm where a family comes to purchase their Thanksgiving Turkey. Albert tries so hard to be kind and flaunt his feathers that the family changes their mind. I love that the story you learn what the “pardon” means and what is behind it. As the family navigates a decision…Albert is hoping he can be safe.

This story is just wonderful, the illustrations and spot on and fantastic and the book can be for young and old alike. I always look forward to this author’s books…….just pure joy!!

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a really good book for learning compassion and rescue of animals. I was really impressed with the authors style and the way in which the story is written. There was a very valuable lesson taught and this book is very inspirational. I just wish my children were young enough for this book as I would definitely get them to read this. I really would recommend this book for a child about 8-9. I would like to read more from this author as well in future.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

 

Pardon Me, Please is another cute and colourfully illustrated children’s story by Lois Wickstrom. The worst time and place to be a turkey would have to be stuck on a turkey farm leading up to Thanksgiving. Well, that is exactly the predicament that Albert, the turkey, finds himself in. When a family arrives and starts sizing him up for their holiday meal, Albert is desperate to find a way to save himself from becoming their dinner. With time running out, things look quite grim. What will he do? Will he get his chance for freedom and escape the fate of so many other not-so-luck turkeys? This cute little story is well worth the read to find out.
Happy Reading…

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Albert is a turkey on a turkey farm and it’s November. He’s becoming very concerned that all the people looking him over see him as food and not a pet. Albert would love to live a long healthy life making people happy but not on the dinner table! Then, Albert sees some hope. The President has just pardoned a turkey and wished him a long life. Maybe, just maybe, Albert can be pardoned too!!

This is a super cute book that is very timely! It discusses how turkeys are traditionally eaten at Thanksgiving, which gives the reader and opportunity to discuss with others or think for themselves about other options for a meal besides turkey. It also discusses voting, which also happens in November. The illustrations are very well done with lots of vivid colors. This is one of my all-time favorite children’s authors now that I’ve read several of her books. These are great to share with your kids/grandkids/daycare/preschool/etc and would make a great holiday gift!

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute story that kind of teaches about the turkey pardoning done by the White House. I found it to be entertaining and full of bright pictures that children may enjoy. The story may start conversations about Thanksgiving and why turkey is eaten. Another book to make learning fun by this author. She has fast become one of my favorites when I look for books for my grandchildren.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
Genre – Kids, Inspirational
Page Count – 28
Cover Designer – Nicolás Milano

Albert Knows Everyone Has to Eat. He just doesn’t want people to eat him.

A family is looking at Albert. Albert is a turkey at a turkey farm. This turkey farm sells turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner. Albert knows the humans don’t want him for a pet. On the television over the cash register, Albert sees the President. The President pets his turkey and pardons him. Then he wishes the turkey a long life. Can Albert convince the humans to pardon him, too? Like the President did? Can he get them to take him to Turkey Pardon Park, where the pardoned turkeys live?

Find out of Albert can convince this family to eat a vegetarian Thanksgiving.

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Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.

Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays.

She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.

Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children, four grandchildren and a dog.

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Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Michelle Austin

Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Degrees of Innocence was a great 5 star read and book #1 in the Prestian Series.

Katarina is getting ready to start a big project. While spending some time at the resort waiting for the meetings to start she ends up meeting a very handsome man, Chase. She spends several days with Chase and they are both equally attracted to each other. Problem is, Chase has a little secret. What will Katarina do when she finds out who Chase really is?

During the first day of planning Katarina is shocked to see Chase come walking into the room. When she discovers who he really is, things come crashing down on her. How will it ever work between them now?

Chase is determined to be with her and will make it work no matter what. As these two move forward they have some very hot and steamy scenes. These two have such great chemistry. I really liked both Chase and Katarina. I was pulled right in by their story and didn’t want to stop until I was done. This is my first read from Via Mari and I loved it, I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series and the author.

Reviewed by @Mab54615
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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I love poetry and this collection of poems was truly fantastic. Each poem gave me something to think about as each poem was different, raw emotion and so much thought. I felt I was painted a picture of love, soul, inspiration and heart felt meaning.

A few of my favorites were “Parenting”, “Collective Creativity”, “Hate vs Love” and “Recipe for Life”.

If you enjoy wonderful poetry that really grabs you I would highly recommend this collection. This is one of my favorite and enjoyable poetry books I have ever read.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A beautiful collection of poetry about life, love, hope, and never giving up. These poems were a true inspiration, and this collection is something worth reading repeatedly. These poems made me cry, made me think, and touched my soul on a deep level. Many of the poems resonated so deeply with me that it was as though I had written them myself. I especially loved the poems Game Over, and No Surrender because they reflected my thoughts on what it felt like to severe ties with toxic people in my life. I also enjoyed Hate VS Love, Recipe for Life, and Sunrise because they were gentle reminders that there is beauty to be found if we look hard enough and how important it is to be able to see the beauty in the small things. I highly recommend this beautiful written collection of poetry.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Nakyshia Leger

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed connecting with the poems in this book. Each one was inspirational, encouraging me to open my mind and dig deeper into my own self-awareness. The pieces in this collaboration spell out survivor and tell the tale of someone who has overcome many obstacles. As a survivor myself, each piece resonated with me and reminded me of the growth I have made. I revisited this book several times and got a little more from it with each read. What an inspirational journey these works will take you on! Well worth the read.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Deb Robinson

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book of Poetry. Every poem took me to a place in my life to reflect on. How I handled it and how I have grown throughout the years. The author’s words had you smiling at times and sometimes sad at the state of the world today. The poems are short and quick to read but will stay with you for a while.

The poems are written in a simplest way that you will understand and not complicated like Shakespear. If you enjoy poetry as much as I do. This is a book to get lost in.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As the title suggests this is a book of poetry about life, love and challenges we face every day. This is the third poetry book written by Lily but the first I have read. I am looking forward to exploring some of her other work.

Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry is a collection of colourful and lyrical poems will make you reflect and ponder and explore moods and emotions. Lily has the ability to make the words dance and speak to you. Written in simplistic style it is an easy and short read.

There is something that will resonate with whoever reads Lily’s work. Trust me you will not be disappointed.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Jenni Bishop

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Veil is a Christian biblical fiction retelling that is full of spirit and faith. This short story is around the time when Jesus was crucified on the cross. It is about a young 13-year-old teenage boy who becomes a man. He is about to start training with a priest inside the Jewish Tabernacle and together the witness a sacred moment in time what is believed to be the tearing of the Veil in the holy temple.

Wanda’s passion shines through as she invites the reader to reflect upon their own lives, prayers, and to repent. Which is not everyone’s cup of tea. Although I have my own beliefs many who share this faith, I am sure will enjoy.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Angela Hayes

Rainbow's Red Poetry BookRainbow’s Red Poetry Book by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

 

4 Stars

 

Collective Creativity

We paint from the palette of life –
use brushes of all sizes, old and new.
Sometimes other people
will add colours to the canvas.
Each image, unique in interpretation
Every one, a masterpiece.”

 

Perfection

Roses,
tempting,
beautiful aroma,
delicate flowers.
Thorns
reminding us
beautiful things
have flaws.”

 

Rainbow Red’s Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson is a wonderful collection of poetry that, at times, reached right into my soul and spoke to me. Ms. Lawson seemed to effortlessly capture so many different emotions, as well as giving wonderful insight into our human experience. From beautiful and poignant, to emotional and complicated, shows a deep understanding of all aspects of the human condition…
I saw my own thoughts and experiences reflected in her words, but she also gave me some thought-provoking moments, words and thoughts to ponder on more…
A wonderful little book- full of meaning, emotion, inspiration, heart, and a little soul.

Thank you, Lily Lawson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Rainbow's Red Poetry BookRainbow’s Red Poetry Book by Lily Lawson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A lot of words about survival and rising out of the ashes like the Phoenix. Reflective poetry that make you contemplate your own stories of strength and how far you’ve come. Metaphorical language that engages the reader to continue to turn the page. Poetry tells a story and this book does just that! I look forward to more work from Lily Lawson.

Brandy Vaughn, October 2022

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author has greatly touched my soul! The writing was beautiful and moved beautifully like the waves on a beach greatly glazing the sand, to say hello and goes back to see where this life leads next!

I do love poetry. This collection really touched me and held me in a way of comfort. Realistic and heart felt. The ability to relate and feel was certainly strong! The author had a way with words and writing. I very much enjoyed these and the way I reflected after reading each one. I know this is a collection of poems that can be enjoyed by the world, and I think everyone, would find at least one poem that appeals to them. For me, there were certainly many that spoke and touched me. Truly loved this book of poems with all I am!

I can not say enough good things about this wonderful author and the poems that resided within this book! You must experience it for yourself. Defiantly a high recommendation for this must read book/author!

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Shelly Kittell

Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautiful poetry that celebrates love and life’s challenges. ‘Game Over’ is the one that most resonated with me. Many of these may speak to you. Some are profound. Some are deep. Most make you think. I am not a fan of poetry but I found myself reading everyone of these and finding them beautiful and thoughtful. The rhythm flows nicely. I recommend this book to everybody. Even if you have runed the other way to poetry, give this a try. This isn’t your normal poetry. Contemporary poetry that will have you thinking about life. Well-done author.

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson

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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
Genre – Inspirational, NonFiction, Poetry
Page Count – 34
Cover Designer – Ann Garcia

‘Do yourself a favour: buy this, curl up in your favourite chair and read it, knowing you will come away refreshed.’

Life is a complex thing. As social beings, we live side by side, sometimes in not so harmonious circumstances. This book celebrates love and tackling the challenges we face as humans. Control is not always ours.

Keep learning.

Keep growing.

Be yourself.

Do your best.

Life is complicated, yet very simple.

These poems are layered and more formal — with an air of William Blake or even Christina Rosetti — but without pretension or anachronism. They still have the Lawson touch.’

‘Lily Lawson has this way of making me weep.

And dance.

And understand myself a little better.

And understand others, perhaps, a little better too.’

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Lily Lawson is a poet and fiction writer living in the UK.  She has had poetry, short stories and creative non-fiction published in anthologies and online in addition to her books.

My Father’s Daughter’ has poems referring to her Mam’s dementia, the church volunteer roles she held and her experiences as she began to take her writing seriously. ‘A Taste of What’s to Come’ is a varied selection of poems which give some impression of the range of her work. ‘Rainbow’s Red Poetry Book’ is the first of the Rainbow Series. It celebrates love and tackling the challenges we face as humans.

She is currently studying online for an Open Degree with the Open University. She loves reading, watching American TV, eating chocolate, listening to music, and hanging out on social media (not all at the same time!)

If you ever lose her, you will find her hanging out with her friends in the #writingcommunity on Twitter, give her a shout, a follow or jump in the conversation, new friends are always welcome.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a short fast to the point book I thoroughly enjoyed. It talks about God’s saving grace. Discusses what Jewish boys have to do in order to be a man. Made me a fan of this author. Looking forward to read more books from this author.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Elizabeth Rose

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a quick read and centers on the veil in the tabernacle ripping during the crucifixion of Jesus. It is biblical fiction and revolves around a Jewish boy turning 13 and the importance and customs that go along with that. He ends up witnessing the ripping of the veil. It is interesting to imagine the people who actually witnessed these events, and this book helps tell that story.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Kerry Baker

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an interesting story and not one I would usually read. However, the description intrigued. Not being a particularly religious person, the tearing of the veil isn’t something I was familiar with so enjoyed the telling of this story. Although put forward as a fictional book this is one that definitely steers more towards the religious side. It was a great way to become acquainted with the story, although I would have liked a little more detail on the periphery of fiction.
However, the book is well written and an interesting story. I am definitely pleased I gave it a go. For anyone wanting something with a little more faith then I would highly recommend this book.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Michelle Troyer

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a story about how a boy becomes a man in the Jewish tradition. When a boy reaches the age of 13, it is custom that he reads the Torah and prays to his family for the first time, signifying his manhood. Along with his family, Rabbi Menechachen and the Priest are present. Samuel has been taught by the Rabbi from a young age. The Rabbi saw much promise in Samuel from the beginning, to possibly be the Priest’s understudy in the tabernacle some day. After the reading, the Priest selects Samuel for the understudy position and he has to leave right away to begin. Once Samuel leaves home, he will never again go back home to live as he will continue studying and serving in the tabernacle.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Torey Foster

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I know the biblical account of what happened when the veil ripped and I knew that this story was going to be about when that happened. I didn’t realize that was all it was going to be about. In reading the description, I thought that this would be like other biblically inspired fictional books that are centered around a certain time and events in the bible, but that included fictional characters with their own story and lives and how the events in the bible affected them etc. Instead, this book was basically just like reading it from the bible, just worded a little differently. This just isn’t my kind of story. If you just want to read the same story about the veil ripping, but from a fictional characters perspective, you will probably enjoy this book. It is well written. Just know that there is no story beyond what the bible already tells us.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Heather Goodman

The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This a short sweet story about what the author imagines it might have been like for a priest when the veil tore in the temple. I love how she includes some of the Jewish tradition in with it. It really makes you feel like you are right there when it happened. It really makes you think about it all also. This is well worth the short time it will take for you to read it.

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