TCBR AWARENESS TOUR: The Museum of Lost Teeth by Elyssa Friedland - REVIEW + GIVEAWAY!

Today's the day for the bookish amongst you because we've got a plethora, a cornucopia, a MASSIVE AMOUNT OF BOOKISH DELIGHTS happening throughout the day, and you're getting in on the ground floor! Excited? Well, I don't blame you! There's a little something for everyone, so, if this feels like your favorite post, keep coming back because there's more where that came from! Anywho...

Let's get this party started with the fabulosity that is The Children's Book Review as we set our sights on a Picture Book title that recently hit bookstore shelves via Abrams Books for Young Readers.  It's filled with information, inFUNmation, puns, smiles, and gorgeous illustrations, it's hard to say whether kiddos or adults will have more fun between the pages!  Care to meet today's blog tour guest?  Here we go....

The Museum of Lost Teeth

by

Elyssa Friedland

Illustrated by

Gladys Jose

9781419757051

Abrams Books for Young Readers

About the book...

Find out where the tooth fairy takes all those lost teeth in this laugh-out-loud new picture book, perfect for fans of School’s First Day of School.

Toothy lives in Liam’s mouth next to his best friend Fang. He’s a good tooth—sparkly and strong, and he loves doing the floss.

One day, Toothy notices that he is loose and panics! Where will he go after he leaves his comfy spot next to Fang? After a crunchy apple seals the deal, Toothy is tucked under Liam’s pillow. When the Tooth Fairy appears, she takes Toothy to the Museum of Lost Teeth. It’s a more incredible place than Toothy could have ever imagined. It’s filled with new friends and fun activities like Tooth or Dare! Toothy finds a new home on the Firsts Floor, where first baby teeth are proudly displayed.

In the tradition of School’s First Day of School, The Museum of Lost Teeth answers the question “Where do all the lost teeth go?” in this unexpected and hilarious picture book.

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From cover to unde-cover, inside the cover pages to the back side cover pages, and EVERYTHING in between, this is one story that gets stuck in your teeth in the BEST way possible.  It's charming, it's witty.  It's filled with adventure for Toothy, as well as a new world of dental care for Liam.  It's educational while still being whimsical, and allowing kids to simply be kids for a while longer.  If you've ever had a question about the Tooth Fairy, all the how, why, where, and when types, this book overs in its own unique way an explanation as to their ability to get to so many teeth losers each night, what happens to the teeth left behind, and the simple fact that no tooth gets left behind!  A new adventure awaits both the tooth that has lost its owner, as well as for the owner that lost their tooth.

I love how the author approaches the topic because some wee ones can get very upset about losing a tooth.  It's not just about the payment for the lost item, but the fact that it's a slightly scary and new situation that they are trying to wrap their minds around while seemingly saying goodbye to their younger days.  With style and finesse, the author and illustrator team up to deliver a plausible after for the tooth and its buddy's, while making it clear that Liam will never forget them, but in a positive way.  The puns throughout are hilarious, adding just the right amount of humor to an already whimsical story that will cause giggles in all ages.  Special note, I mentioned the interior of the cover and back pages.  Make sure you read the letters shared by the tooth fairies!  You'll get a kick out of them.

All in all, a new way to approach the legend, and the myth, without punching holes in the glass ceiling of childhood belief.  We all know those clear walls of fascination come down at some point, but the longer they last, the more imagination can grow, and there's nothing like a bit of wishes and dreams to spice up an average day!

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About the author...

Elyssa Friedland is the bestselling author of four adult novels published by William Morrow and Berkley. She has written for the Washington Post, McSweeney’s, POPSUGAR, RealSimple.com, and Bustle, among others. She lives in New York City with her husband and three young children. The Museum of Lost Teeth is her first picture book.

For more information, visit elyssafriedland.com or https://www.instagram.com/elyssafriedland/

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About the illustrator...

Gladys Jose is an illustrator and storyteller. She graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2012, where she earned a BFA specializing in graphic design. Jose is the illustrator of a number of books for young readers, including Fresh Princess and Clayton Parker Really Really REALLY Has to Pee. She lives in the sunny state of Florida.

For more information, visit gladysjose.com or https://www.instagram.com/gladysjoseillustrates/

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Enter for a chance to win a copy of The Museum of Lost Teeth with a $25 Bookshop.org gift card.

One (1) grand prize winner receives:

A copy of The Museum of Lost Teeth

A $25 Bookshop.org Gift Card

Two (2) winners receive:

A signed copy of The Museum of Lost Teeth

The Museum of Lost Teeth Book Giveaway

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Special thanks to The Children's Book Review for the chance to bring this tour to you as well as the copy for review! (THANKS!) For more information on this author, this tour, or those on the horizon, feel free to click through the links above. Be sure to check out the rest of the tour going on now for more bookish fun.

🦷  TOUR SCHEDULE  🦷

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

The Children’s Book Review

A book review of The Museum of Lost Teeth

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

The Fairview Review

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Life Is What It’s Called

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Friday, February 10, 2023

icefairy’s Treasure Chest

A book review of Space Baby

Monday, February 13, 2023

My Reading Getaway

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Crafty Moms Share

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

J.R.s Book Reviews

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

The Momma Spot

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Friday, February 17, 2023

Joanasbookshelf

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Monday, February 20, 2023

Books Are Magic Too

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Cover Lover Book Review

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

Me Two Books

A book activity to pair with The Museum of Lost Teeth

Friday, February 24, 2023

Twirling Book Princess

A book giveaway of The Museum of Lost Teeth

Monday, February 27, 2023

Lisa’s Reading

A book review of The Museum of Lost Teeth

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers

A book review of The Museum of Lost Teeth

Wednesday, March 1, 2023

The Review Wire

A book review of The Museum of Lost Teeth

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

BLOG TOUR: Mrs. Parsley Makes a Delivery and Other Stories by Julian Padowicz

Hi there!

You've landed at Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers...I hope you brought your appetite!

As promised, I'm back with round two of the bookish blog tour fun, but this time, it's coming to us via Ravenswood Virtual Tours.  It stars a Middle Grade/Kids Fiction short story collection detailing the adventures of one curious witch.  Don't worry...she's of the good variety!  Before we dive any deeper into the work, allow me to introduce it properly.  Ladies and gents, children of all ages, join me as we discover the next ebook diversion for your weekend reading, and today's book of choice...

Mrs. Parsley Makes a Delivery & Other Stories

by

Julian Padowicz

9781533167637

Sunquills

About the book...

Mrs. Parsley is a good-witch who, with the help of her magical cat, Laptop, substitutes for the likes of Santa, The Easter Bunny, The Tooth Fairy, and the various Fairy Godmothers, when they have more work than they can handle. However, since she does not have the specialized magic powers that they possess, she is challenged to find creative ways to carry out these duties.

   

   

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Mrs. Parsley is a quirky collection of tales featuring the title character in various, shall we say...situations.  First off, you should know, she's a do-gooder, in the best and most well-intentioned sense of the word, but sometimes though she means well, things don't go quite as planned, leading to unexpected reveals, less than stealthy holiday missions, and a few more people than should be necessary knowing about the magical goings-ons about them.  Does it work out in the end?  Quite...but that doesn't mean the missteps along the way are any less entertaining or conducive to lessons being learned.

Of the stories features and there are quite a few, I was partial to...

...Mrs. Parsley and the Dog Without a Name

Mrs. Parsley happens upon a lost, injured dog who needs her help, much to the chagrin of Laptop, her magical cat.  Dogs and cats, the age old battle lives on.  Funny thing is, without Laptop having pointed out the poor creature, they would have whizzed right on by, but seeing as she was there first, I guess her opinion rules the house, and she says she's the only furry companion for Mrs. Parsley.  Sometimes though, things don't turn out exactly as Laptop expects either, and one never knows when an unexpected friend may come in handy...

...Mrs. Parsley Repays an Old Debt

This was such a SWEET tale, it brought tears to my eyes.  Mrs. Parsley is reminiscing about her childhood adventures with her grandmother, but a visit to her hometown doesn't yield the familiar haunts she was anticipating.  She feels out of sorts, lost, and blinded by the changes...until a familiar face from the past returns her balance and allows a kindness to be paid in full. 

...Mrs.Parsley, We Don't Do Miracles

This one stuck with me because of the original holy family undertones that work along with Mrs. Parsley to change to future of one young man for good.  For those familiar with the virgin birth, see if you can recognize the signs and modern day versions of that appear in this touching story.

In the end, I'd say it was time well spent between the epages and whilst starring a GOOD witch, it's a perfect read for this season or the next or the next after that.  Allow the magic of Mrs. Parsley's world to seep into your own and take away the wonderful messages (along with a few laughs!) that she delivers along the way.

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About the author...

Julian Padowicz was seven years old and Jewish in Warsaw, Poland when WWII broke out. He and his mother made a dramatic escape from occupied Poland and the Holocaust over the Carpathian Mountains. His memoir of this experience, “Mother and Me: Escape from Warsaw, 1939” was named Book of the Year for 2006. He has written three sequels, chronicling his odyssey to safety in America. In addition, he has written a series of humorous novels about a retired college professor, lightly modeled after himself.

Padowicz has served as a navigator in the United States Air Force, a documentary film script writer, and as president of Business Film International, a documentary and educational film production company. He lives currently in Hampton, VA.

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Special thanks to Ravenswood Virtual Tours for the chance to bring this promotion to you as well as the ebook for review.  (THANKS!)  Fore more information on this title, the author, THIS TOUR, or those on the horizon, feel free to click through the links provided above.  This title celebrated its book birthday July 2016 via Sunquills, so be on the lookout for it at your favorite online retailers.  

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!