Juniper Kai: Super Spy Blog Tour (review & giveaway)

Juniper Kai: Super Spy 

By Laura Gehl 

Illustrated by Alexandria Neonakis 

September 3, 2019 

Two Lions 

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Juniper Kai was born to be a spy. And while spies sometimes work alone, Juniper has always been able to count on her mom and dad to fill in as spy partners. Until now. Suddenly, Juniper’s parents are too busy and too tired to play with her. And when they start whispering behind Juniper’s back and making secret plans, she knows something really big is going on. So Juniper sets out on a new mission: to find out exactly what her parents are up to. And the answer might be absolutely spy-tacular! 

“Harriet the Spy would approve of this sharp-eyed investigator. This will be a read-aloud favorite for little supersleuths, particularly those with junior agents on the way.” —Kirkus Reviews 

Juniper Kai is a spy extraordinaire! With her handy spy tools, expert skills, and helpful associates (mom and dad), there’s no mission Juniper can’t succeed at...until her parents start to act sneaky and secretive. Juniper sets out to uncover the truth and discovers her best and biggest mission ever! 

Laura Gehl’s Juniper Kai: Super Spy is a truly spy-tacular and sweetly amusing picture book! With fun gadgets, lingo, and tools, Gehl expertly captures the fun and exciting spy theme. Neonakis’ absolutely adorable and engaging illustrations, so full of neat, silly details, wonderfully bring awesome Juniper and her thrilling spy world to life. Both author and illustrator capture the awe-inspiring and complex experience of expecting a new baby and sibling. 

With giggle-inducing spy antics; a diverse, clever heroine; and charming heart, this page turner will delight little readers and be especially helpful for those readers soon to be big brothers and sisters. 

Laura Gehl is the author of many popular picture books, including One Big Pair of Underwear, illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld; the Peep and Egg series, illustrated by Joyce Wan; and My Pillow Keeps Moving, illustrated by Christopher Weyant. She lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland, with one husband, four children, and seventeen fake mustaches. Visit Laura online at www.lauragehl.com. 

Twitter: @AuthorLauraGehl 

  

Alexandria Neonakis grew up in Nova Scotia, Canada, with her huge family. She now lives in California with her husband and their two cats. In addition to illustrating children’s books, she works as a character- concept artist for video games. Her recent children’s books include Sweetest Kulu by Celina Kalluk and This Is MY Room by Jennifer Richard Jacobson. Learn more about her online at www.alexneonakis.com. 

Twitter: @Beavs 

Instagram:@alexneonakis 

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Juniper Kai: Super Spy!

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Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves Blog Tour (review & giveaway)

Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves 

By Lauren H. Kerstein 

Illustrated by Nate Wragg 

June 1, 2019 

Two Lions 

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It’s summertime, and you’re invited for a rollicking day at the pool with Charlie and his pet dragon (and best friend!), Rosie. But be careful—swimming with a dragon can be, um, challenging. As Rosie and Charlie blow bubbles (don’t forget your umbrella!), practice flutter kicks (watch out for tidal waves!), and offer shoulder rides (hang on tight!), Rosie proves that dragons make the most fun pets ever. Now if only Charlie can keep Rosie’s attention focused on the rules at the pool and NOT on her gummy snacks (you know, the ones that cause stinky dragon breath!)…Grab your towels and sunscreen and join Rosie and Charlie for a fun-filled summer adventure! 

Praise for Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves 

“The digital illustrations are bright, playful, and attractive, well suited to the story…There are some young dragon lovers and fans of mischief who will revel in this silly romp.” —Kirkus Reviews 

“Kerstein's playful story about friendship, patience, and responsibility for a pet is nicely matched by Wragg's bold, colorful illustrations, rendered in blocky shapes and a vivid color palette. New pet owners are the natural choice for this one, but kids with younger siblings might appreciate it, too.” – Booklist 

Charlie and his best friend, Rosie the Dragon, are headed to the pool for a day of fun and relaxation...but will Rosie’s big appetite, larger than life personality, and fondness for stinky snacks get in the way of their fun? 

Lauren H. Kerstein’s Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves is a delightful, sunshiny picture book, perfect for summertime reading fun. Kerstein gives little readers an absolutely giggle-inducing story about a loyal little boy and his awesome dragon. Rosie makes a big splash at the pool and little readers will love diving head first into her silly, amusing mishaps and mayhem. Nate Wragg’s sweetly rendered illustrations, so full of bright summer colors, lively action, and diverse characters, perfectly capture this funtastic tale. 

Rosie and Charlie are an irresistible and unforgettable duo who little readers will want to join again and again, all summer long! 

Lauren H. Kerstein is an author and psychotherapist. She is a Jersey girl at heart who, as a child, loved underwater handstands and slurping cherry Italian ice at the pool. Lauren currently lives in Colorado with her husband, Josh; their dragons...er, daughters, Sarah and Danielle; and Hudson, the dog. Learn more about the author at www.LaurenKerstein.net. 

Twitter: @LaurenKerstein Instagram: laurenkerstein 

Nate Wragg works as a production designer and illustrator for animation and book projects. His animation projects include Ratatouille, Toy Story 3, and Captain Underpants.  He is the illustrator of a number of popular picture books, including At the Old Haunted House, written by Helen Ketteman. He lives in Southern California with his family. Learn more at natewragg.tumblr.com. 

Win a copy of Rosie the Dragon and Charlie Make Waves!

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