The Story Catcher
By Donna L. Martin
34 pages – ages 6+
Published by Anaiah Press, LLC on January 20, 2015 (HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY! 😉 )
Synopsis: Addie loves when her family members read to her. They are experts at catching stories! But for Addie, it has always been hard to catch her own story! The words always wriggle out of reach, squish out of sight, nettle out of the net! Will Addie ever become a story catcher?
What I Liked: First of all, I love that illustrations of the grandma has her in a type of aviator outfit – that is a great detail! The illustrations are gorgeous and really draw one in. They have a rather whimsical feel that makes you keep reading. Ms. Martin has written a wonderful story about learning to read, or “catch” stories, while just writing a good story. I like how Addie learns that with a little faith, you can do anything! Its amazing message is a really inspiring one. Ms. Martin’s debut picture book is extremely well written and fun.
I give this book five out of five bookworms!
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Categories: Age 6-9
This sounds like a fabulous book!
Hi Michelle!! I hope you get a chance to read Addie’s story. Thanks for stopping by and commenting
It is! 😀
What a sweet book! Will add it to my list! Great review, Erik! Congratulations, Donna!
Hi Robin! Thank you for your kind words. I hope you enjoy reading about Addie. Thanks for stopping by to comment!
Thanks Ms. Newman! 😀
Hi Erik! I was pleasantly surprised to find out you did a review of THE STORY CATCHER! I’m so glad you like it and I agree…my favorite illustration is the first glimpse I see of Addie’s Mimi…;~)
Thank you Ms. Martin! The Story Catcher was great! Why wouldn’t I review it! 🙂
I like stories with Grandmas! Especially if they’re in aviator suits!! This sounds like a really cute book! I might need to add it to my school bag! Thanks Erik!
Addie’s grandmother looks really cool in her aviator suit! Thanks for stopping by to comment!
It’s a marvelous story, Rhythm! Maybe your kids could “catch” it? 🙂
Sounds good. Even the title ‘catches’ and draws one in!
I know, right? 😀
Hi Claudine! I was hoping people would like the title as much as I did when I created it!
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The cover is so appealing. This book sounds just great! All the best Donna.
It is a marvelous book! 😀
Hi Darlene! I’m so glad you like my story idea…
Thanks for stopping by to comment!
Great review, Erik! Congrats to Donna. This sounds perfect for Hannah.
Thanks! I am sure she would love this! 😀
Hi Catherine! I hope Hannah enjoys getting to know Addie and her spunky grandmother, Mimi…;~)
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As a book lover and writer, I LOVE the idea of a “Story Catcher.” Definitely a book I’d want to read. Thanks, Erik! 🙂
Thanks so much for your kind words and I hope you like the story!
I am sure you would like it! 😀
Thanks for the review, Erik! I already have Donna’s book on my to-read list. Can’t wait to read it.
HI Romelle! I hope you enjoy the book and if you feel like it, I’d appreciate an honest review…
It’s a great book! Thanks! 😀
I really like the title and cover artwork!
Thanks, Kat…my illustrator, Alyson did a fabulous job of bringing Addie to life!
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They are magnificent! 🙂
Another great review.
Thanks Patricia…I’m happy Erik liked my book!
Thanks for stopping by to comment…
Thanks Mrs. Tilton! 🙂