There are many variations on the Cinderella story. This one is different. And yes, it's scrumptious.
The story of Elliot, the unrecognized master baker, outdoes
the traditional tale by giving him a talent where he shines. More than the
original Cinderella, who mostly charmed with her beauty, this hero is
spectacularly gifted. Like her, CinderElliot works hard at home. But what he
has to offer the prince, beyond his good nature, is his brilliant creativity.
And the illustrations by Stephanie Laberis, do just that.
They are scrumptious.
Written by Mark Ceilley and Rachel Smoka-Richardson, the text flows seamlessly. I've known one of the co-authors, Mark Ceilley, for fourteen years. We are in a picture book critique group and I have witnessed as he wrote, revised, polished, and continued to create despite the steep odds to publication. As far as I'm concerned, Mark’s own journey to this momentous day is a CinderElliot story in itself. His distinctive style of marvelous verb use is amply displayed in this luscious tasty tale. CinderElliot's sweet concoctions guarantee they will indeed live happily ever after.
Happy Birthday to a wonderful book 💟
I could not have said it better Mirka! Working and watching a critique partner reach this place in the spotlight is sure joy! Congratulations Mark and collaborators for this book launch! We look forward to many more break through publications ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Mark! How wonderful it is to celebrate the books coming from your critique group. Extra special! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Mark! I'm very happy for you and for your book! I look forward to reading it. Best wishes on sales and promotion and on future publications.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Mark! Sounds like a cute story. And also neat that you know him.
ReplyDeleteBig congrats to Mark and best wishes for your book's success! It's such fun when a critique group member has a book published.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that a book celebrates one's good nature and creativity, rather than simply focusing on beauty, something that doesn't last. Too bad Elliot is not Eleanor, so the equation could be made for girls, not just for boys.
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