Amanda Books at the Public Library!
Posted on: April 23, 2023
- In: Books | Writing
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Such wonderful news to wake up to! Thanks so much, Jennie Fitzkee for making this happen. Having my books in libraries is a huge dream come true.
Thursday is my Read-Aloud day at the Groton Public Library. When I arrived, the head children’s librarian was beside herself.
“Jennie! Jennie! The Amanda books are here!”
And then she showed me all the books. Wow! Nine books.
Of course we had to have our picture taken with all the books.
Thank you to the Groton Public Library for carrying the Amanda books. Thank you, Darlene Foster, for authoring such an exciting series of books for children. Adventure is always a big draw for children’s books; yet when history, geography, friendship, and conflict are included…well, it doesn’t get better than that. Nancy Drew, move over!
Jennie
70 Responses to "Amanda Books at the Public Library!"
April 23, 2023 at 3:16 am
Cogratulations to you, Darlene! A great milestone, and i am not wodering about. The best always find it’s way to the humans, äh children. Best wishes, Michael
April 23, 2023 at 3:21 am
Most impressive!! I’m thrilled for you. What a glorious boost!!
April 23, 2023 at 3:28 am
Thank you for sharing, Darlene. Your dream come true was thrilling for me!
April 23, 2023 at 3:57 am
Congratulations, Darlene. I am jumping up and down with excitement for you. Hugs.
April 23, 2023 at 5:48 am
I bought the first book, Amanda goes to Arabia for my youngest grandson who was 10. He thought he was far too old to read it but in fact one day I came across him sitting in the corner of the living room in the sunshine reading it. Of course I read it and still have that copy. Wpw 9 books. Well done friend.
April 23, 2023 at 7:26 am
You have been with me on my journey since the start, Judith. And it’s been wonderful having you along. Thanks so much!
April 23, 2023 at 3:21 pm
Many of us who started blogging early on Re still on board even if we no longer blog every day. Some have dropped off for a variety of reasons and others have joined. So we have this group of friends whom we probably will never meet but who we think of as real friends. You of course are one of mine.
April 23, 2023 at 6:34 am
Congratulations, Darlene. Kudos to Jennie for facilitating this!
April 23, 2023 at 7:28 am
Thanks, Jacqui. Jennie is such a super champion of authors. And an amazing teacher.
April 23, 2023 at 7:07 am
How very nice and well deserved to have your books reach such an enthusiastic audience.
April 23, 2023 at 12:06 pm
That’s exciting! I’m hoping that many more libraries will invite you to read to the kids. They need your stories. 🙂
April 23, 2023 at 1:05 pm
Congratulations, Jennie! I was very excited to read this only Jennie’s blog. Hurray for Amanda!
April 23, 2023 at 7:49 pm
Thanks, Liz! Jennie is the best. xo
April 23, 2023 at 11:19 pm
You’re welcome, Darlene. I wholeheartedly agree about Jennie!
April 23, 2023 at 4:05 pm
Seeing children reading your books has to be the best feeling. I’m happy for you, Darlene, and all the kids who will benefit.
April 23, 2023 at 7:50 pm
Thanks, Pete. It is a great feeling and makes all the work and effort worth it!
April 23, 2023 at 5:56 pm
Warm Congratulations, Jennie. How wonderful to see your books in the Public library. How delighted children will be to read them.
Miriam
April 23, 2023 at 7:51 pm
Thanks, Miriam. I will always be grateful to Jennie for making this happen for me.
April 23, 2023 at 9:17 pm
Sorry, Darlene. I am upset over messing up the real Authors name.
Silly me
April 23, 2023 at 10:04 pm
No worries! I knew what you meant and Jennie deserves a huge congrats for suggesting my books to her local library. These are things that really help a writer, as it’s tough out there.
April 24, 2023 at 12:12 am
That’s amazing! And what a great picture of those ladies showing off all your books! That’s quite the collection!
April 24, 2023 at 1:58 am
More congratulations, Darlene and Jennie. Great to reach children in this way. Onwards and upwards…
April 24, 2023 at 6:34 pm
Good to see where your books are being placed. I hope they are in full view
April 24, 2023 at 11:08 pm
This is FABULOUS news!! Are you in any of the Chicago libraries?
April 24, 2023 at 11:14 pm
Not that I know of, but it would be great.
April 24, 2023 at 11:20 pm
Well, let me know how we would do this. I’m happy to assist you.
April 24, 2023 at 11:31 pm
How kind of you. I think the best thing is to approach a library and ask for my books. If they don’t have them ask if they would consider carrying them and why you think kids would enjoy reading them. It’s always worth a try. Thanks so much for thinking of me.
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April 25, 2023 at 9:17 am
That’s great news, Darlene! You are an ambassador for getting children to read. <# All the best.
April 25, 2023 at 4:44 pm
Thanks, Carol. I just want children to get the same thrill out of reading that I did as a child. (and still do)
April 26, 2023 at 12:43 am
That’s fabulous, Darlene. What a treat. I’m heading to Jennie’s to read more. Congrats!
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April 23, 2023 at 3:14 am
Wow, how exciting, Darlene! I’m happy to know your books are in the library. Thank you for sharing the great news.
April 23, 2023 at 3:17 am
Thanks, Miriam. I am over the moon excited about this.
April 23, 2023 at 4:59 am
I bet you are, Darlene. It’s super exciting!