Smorgasbord Children’s Cafe and Bookstore – Author Reviews – #YAAdventure Darlene Foster, #Children’s #Kindness Dawn Doig – #Horses Deanie Humphrys-Dunne
Posted on: August 9, 2020
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Amanda in Spain: The Girl in the Painting is getting some international attention recently. The book is being featured on Sally Cronin’s (from Ireland) Smorgasbord Children’s Cafe and Bookstore today with a superb review by Balroop Singh from the USA. Read the article and review here
A Spanish participant in an English speaking program I recently volunteered for, (more on that later) ordered a copy to help him with his English reading skills. He was delighted to receive it from amazon.es in two days.
I am delighted to see that this book is still very popular. I wrote it before I moved to Spain!
31 Responses to "Smorgasbord Children’s Cafe and Bookstore – Author Reviews – #YAAdventure Darlene Foster, #Children’s #Kindness Dawn Doig – #Horses Deanie Humphrys-Dunne"
August 10, 2020 at 2:44 am
What a nice review on your book…they must make writing a real pleasure.
August 10, 2020 at 3:11 am
A review like this one certainly makes all the work of writing a book worth it. Thanks, Karen.
August 10, 2020 at 2:59 am
As you know, I purchased all of these for my granddaughter so she could see the world as a fascinating place to explore – to learn about other cultures and diversity – and fun storytelling as well – bravo!
August 10, 2020 at 3:12 am
Thank you so much, John, not just for buying my books, but for promoting reading and traveling!
August 10, 2020 at 3:29 am
The world is a magical place, even when there are dangers and conflicts…the more we embrace the positive, the more likely we are to minimize the negative…hopefully!
August 10, 2020 at 3:45 am
I read this lovely post of Sally’s, Darlene. Congratulations on this great review.
August 10, 2020 at 5:06 am
How wonderful Darlene. I used children’s books when I was learning Spanish and David read Harry Potter… xx
August 10, 2020 at 7:50 am
Kids’ books can be an effective way to learn a new language. I’m delighted when I hear someone is using mine!
August 10, 2020 at 9:02 am
I am delighted that you are still making waves internationally. It also is encouraging that you wrote Amanda in Spain before you moved to Spain! I think that’s a good example of “If you can imagine it, you can LIVE it!”
Great reviews are an author’s best gift. Way to go, Darlene!
August 10, 2020 at 5:41 pm
Thanks, Marian. You are so right about reviews being an amazing gift. xo
August 10, 2020 at 10:10 am
Congratulations on these wonderful reviews, Darlene. The excitement on your Spanish fan’s face is absolutely priceless!
August 10, 2020 at 12:30 pm
How cool for one of the students you worked with! As happy as he was to get your book, I’m sure it made you feel great to see his priceless reaction.
August 10, 2020 at 5:43 pm
It certainly made my day to see him so happy to receive the book. It was also great to know it came so quickly.
August 10, 2020 at 7:39 pm
I like the sound of The Girl in The Painting, and your student is clearly looking forward to reading it. What a great way to get to grips with a foreign language.
August 11, 2020 at 9:25 am
How exciting that someone is using your book to improve his English skills!
August 11, 2020 at 10:54 pm
Fabulous, Darlene!
August 14, 2020 at 1:31 am
So many positive things in this post! I am clapping for you and for Amanda and for 🇪🇸!!
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August 10, 2020 at 1:16 am
That is so wonderful! Love the picture and his excitement.
August 10, 2020 at 1:29 am
I know. To see someone enthusiastic about getting a copy of your book is so rewarding.