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Professional

Reviews:

“Ruth Ann and the Green Blowster is a heart-warming story that revives the wornder of childhood."
Armchair Interviews
September 2007

"The illustrations and overall quality of the book were superb. Lovely language. A richly-imagined story and wonderful tribute."
"...it is touching that the book has family historical value. The invention of creatures, characters and the words used to name such things as Grumpus and the Blowster create a journey full of wonder. The dealings with death and loss and what might continue or be gifted from those losses is handled well. Overall, high marks for this one."
Writer's Digest
Judge's Comments

13th Annual International Self-Published Book Awards (January 2006)

"A Story wintin a story, Ruth Ann and the Green Blowster is one of the most imaginative children's books to surface in a long time. Ruth Ann is more than just the protagonist...
Perhaps the most poetic aspet of the book is that it centers on the death of Ruth Ann's dog, Dukey Daddles, and his consequential visit into "High Country" (Heaven). Frances Beebe seems to be using the story to connect with her daughter and granddaughter from her own version of High Country.
The simplicity of the time period is evident in the writing, with interactions between humans kept at a minimum and a rare connection to nature permeating the pages. Perhaps this is what allows Beebe's creativity to flow freely with truly inventive characters. It is regretful that Beebe was not a pulbished author while she lived, as she surely woudl have made some valuable contributions to children's literature."
Sabrina Williams
www.breenibooks.com
September 2007

Press:

"Grandmother's children's book is brought to life"
Steve Bennett, Book Editor
San Antonio Express News
(2/15/2005)

Reunions Magazine
Febuary/March 2006 issue

"Writer and the granddaughter she never met pen kids' book"
Edmund Tijerina
San Antonio Express News
(01/20/2006)

Other Reviews:

"Ruth Ann and the Green Blowster is an awesome book that takes you to an imaginary world that's so cool! I loved reading this book with my mom and dad at night. The story was awesome and I learned a lot of new words. The pictures are great too! Mrs. Luders is lucky she got to write this book with her grandmother even though they never got to meet. I think this story is a great book for kids!"
Ethan, Age 10
San Antonio, TX

"I thought it was a great story about friendship. I can really relate to Ruth Ann because I am also adventurous. I would be kind to everybody I met like Ruth Ann, and I would guard the Singing Lantern."

Kelsie, Age 9

"Ruth Ann and the Green Blowster has been a magical treat for my twin grandsons and me. The story stimulates their imaginations, makes them laugh and they love being read to. This book has created a very special bond for us."

Linda K.

Grandmother

"Ruth Ann and the Green Blowster took our family on a mesmerizing ride into a rich, imaginative world that kept my children enthralled and eager to turn every page. Great reading for children and adults of ALL ages!"

Leslie K. A.

Mother of three

"Mrs. Luders has outdone herself. This is a beautifully written book. Good job!"

Amanda, Age 10

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