"Princess Madeline Trilogy" by Kirstin Pulioff

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Princess Madeline Trilogy

by Kirstin Pulioff

The Princess Madeline Trilogy consists of the following books: The Escape of Princess Madeline, The Battle for Princess Madeline, and The Dragon and Princess Madeline. You can also get the whole series in one handy volume: Princess Madeline Trilogy. You can read more about each of the books below. This series is recommended for children ages ten and up.

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The Escape of Princess Madeline
(Princess Madeline Trilogy Book 1)

Description

Madeline, princess of Soron, awakens on her sixteenth birthday to find that her father has already made preparations for her betrothal. When she disappears unexpectedly, her suitors and knight champion rush to the rescue. But all is not as it seems, and the errant princess’s flight has put the kingdom at stake …

Can Madeline find freedom or does it come with too high a price?

Follow Princess Madeline in this adventure full of twists and turns as she tries to find her freedom and answers to her questions about life and love.

Praise for the Book

"Well-written, fast-paced, and entirely appropriate for its target audience (middle grade fantasy), this short but succinct novel (novella? It was maybe a little between a novella and a novel) tells a delightful tale of a naive princess who learns the real meaning of freedom. Kirsten gives her characters a sufficient amount of depth to make them genuinely likeable, and she leaves room for much, much more to come." ~ 5 Star Review, Ally, Amazon

"An inspiring thought provoking, and wonderfully written fairy tale by an author who transports us to a time in our imagination where everything is magical and possibilities are real." ~ 5 Star Review, kathyls, Amazon

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The Battle for Princess Madeline
(Princess Madeline Trilogy Book 2)

Description

Princess Madeline rejected Prince Paulsen’s advances, but he’s not about to take it lying down. In the middle of Soron’s festival preparations, when his obsession jeopardizes the kingdom, mysterious figures from the kingdom’s past arrive. Can Madeline risk accepting their help or will their information about a family secret be too much for her to handle?

Can Madeline trust anyone or will saving the kingdom come down to her own bravery?

Praise for the Book

"Fairy tales are filled with knights and princesses and castles and a special magical feel that takes the reader far, far, away into another world, another place, another time. The Battle for Princess Madeline fits the bill to a tee! Author Kirstin Pulioff has created a special feel to the tale of Princess Madeline with her own special talent for using words to paint pictures in our minds." ~ 5 Star Review, Dii, Amazon

"The story is well developed and easy to follow. The vivid scenes will transport young readers into the magical world of fairy tales with thrilling characters that have come to life. Another splendid read for young readers! I can hardly wait for a new book, Princess Madeline and the Dragon. " ~ 5 Star Review, Mrs. D., Amazon

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The Dragon and Princess Madeline
(Princess Madeline Trilogy Book 3)

Description

Princess Madeline is ready to celebrate. With the foundation of her future in place, it seems nothing can hurt her. Then the return of a mysterious green dragon threatens her kingdom and king. Will this challenge prove to be too much for Princess Madeline and Prince Braden or will they find the answers they seek hidden in cryptic messages from the past?

Can Madeline save her kingdom from the dragon or is the real danger something else?

Praise for the Book

"The story is engaging on many levels, as is Pulioff's writing, but on this occasion I was mostly drawn into the action and the mystery as how to prevent the worst from happening. This is great entertainment and should do well across a wider age range." ~ 5 Star Review, ChristophFischerBooks, Amazon

"Kirstin Pulioff has saved the best for last. Princess Madeline and the Dragon is the final instalment in the Princess Madeline Trilogy. I thought the first two books were finely wrought stories, but this novel surpasses its predecessors. Prophesies, family tragedies, magic and - of course - dragons, combine to produce a tale that is an instant classic. Written with a great deal of charm, Princess Madeline and the Dragon will not disappoint Ms Pulioff's young fans. I look forward to seeing where next her imagination will take this natural storyteller. " ~ 5 Star Review, Diogenes, Amazon

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About the Author

Kirstin Pulioff is a storyteller at heart. Born and raised in Southern California, she moved to the Pacific Northwest to follow her dreams and graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Forest Management. Happily married and a mother of two, she lives in the foothills of Colorado. When she’s not writing an adventure, she's busy living one.

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"Tracy Tam: Santa Command" by Krystalyn Drown

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Tracy Tam: Santa Command

by Krystalyn Drown

Welcome to this week's Super Middle Grade Mondays Book Blitz presented by Tantrum Books/Month9books and Chapter by Chapter Blog Tours!

Today, we get up close and personal with Krystalyn Tam, author of Tracy Tam: Santa Command from Tantrum Books. Be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a copy of the book!

Description

Tracy doesn’t believe that Santa can deliver all of those presents in one night without a little help from science. A flying sleigh can only be powered by jet engines, and Santa’s magical abilities can only be the result of altered DNA.

In order to test her theories, she sneaks onto Santa’s sleigh and ends up at Santa Command, the place where a team of (gasp!) humans monitors Santa’s big night. When Tracy attempts to hack into their computers, she accidentally introduces a virus to their system. As a result, three states get knocked out of sync with the rest of the world (oops!).

Before the night is over, Tracy has to fix time and help Santa finish his deliveries. And she has to do it all with Santa’s magic, which she doesn’t believe exists.

Excerpt

“Okay,” Beth said as if the matter was settled. “How about we say it was magic?”

“How about we don’t?” Tracy whipped out a tiny notebook and pen and scribbled something down. “I’ve given you my hypothesis –”

“And I’ve proven your hypothesis incorrect. When that happens, you need to modify it.”

“Modify it to what?”

“I gave you an alternative theory.” Beth took Tracy’s notebook and scribbled the word ‘magic.’

Praise for the Book

"Fast-paced, entertaining and occasionally bittersweet." ~ Publishers Weekly

"Tracy Tam is an entertaining holiday read with a stubbornly scientific protagonist, a smattering of ornery 'elves', a few over-worked and over-worried Santa Command employees, one grieving and angry boy, a little bit of golden magic … and yes, I wiped away a few tears at the end." ~ D. Salerni

"Tracy Tam: Santa Command by Krystalyn Drown turns everything you thought you knew about Christmas on its head - the reluctant reader will enjoy nail-bitter page turns, while the reluctant believer gets an exciting Christmas escapade." ~ Amazon Customer

"This was a very enjoyable read, even for an adult. The recommended age range is 9 - 12 (grade level 3 - 7). I loved that the author weaved in a few surprises and magic. Nothing is quite like it seems. All of the characters were remarkably fun - except for maybe the zombie-like Santa Claus." ~ D. Coto

"This is a fun holiday read with a unique take on how the North Pole runs. Tracy is smart and strong, but with a tender heart. This is the perfect before bed story for this time of year. It'll have young readers dreaming of taking Tracy's place as she investigates who Santa is and what the holidays are really all about." ~ Amy Christine Parker

Interview With the Author

Welcome, Krystalyn. Please describe yourself in three words.

Quiet. Determined. Quirky.

Describe your book in three words.

Scientific. Magical. Santa-riffic

Tell us about your day job.

I’m a substitute teacher. I used to be an elementary teacher, but I love how subbing gives me more time to spend with my family and to write.

Which writers inspire you?

Judy Blume because she understood what it was like to be a preteen, Richard Peck because of Bel Air Bambi and the Mall Rats as well as all of his historical novels, J. K. Rowling because of Harry Potter.

What is your writing process like?

I know the beginning, a few main points in the middle, and the end. Then I sit down and write. I send one of my critique partners (Dianne K. Salerni) my chapters one by one for feedback. Once I have a rough draft, then I write an outline and revise from there.

What are you reading right now?

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Again.

Do you have an author crush?

Maggie Stiefvater. The way she writes her characters leaves me in awe.

Quick questions. Physical books or eBooks?

Physical books.

Coke or Pepsi?

Pepsi.

Twitter or Facebook?

Facebook.

Song you can’t get out of your head right now?

"Bad Blood" by Taylor Swift.

Sweet or salty?

Sweet.

Coffee or tea?

Coffee.

Write on computer or notebook paper?

Computer.

Thanks for visiting us today, Krystalyn!

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About the Author

Krystalyn spent thirteen years working at Walt Disney World in a variety of roles: entertainer, talent coordinator, and character captain. Her degree in theatre as well as many, many hours spent in a dance studio, helped with her job there. Her various other day jobs have included working in zoology at Sea World, as an elementary teacher, and currently as a support technician for a website. In the evenings, she does mad writing challenges with her sister, who is also an author. Krystalyn lives near Orlando, Florida with her husband, son, a were cat, and a Yorkie with a Napoleon complex.

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"Strange Country Day" by Charles Curtis

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Strange Country Day

by Charles Curtis

Welcome to this week's Super Middle Grade Mondays Book Blitz presented by Tantrum Books/Month9books and Chapter by Chapter Blog Tours!

Today, we get up close and personal with Charles Curtis, author of Strange Country Day from Tantrum Books. Be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a copy of the book!

Description

Alexander Graham Ptuiac, the son of an inventor, wants to play for the school’s football team. During tryouts, and under the watchful eye of the team’s coach, he suddenly manifests mysterious superhuman powers. Alexander makes the team, but not before the some ill-intended adults take notice, putting his life in danger.

Alex struggles to suppress and control his strange new abilities, worried about exposing his secret and being kicked off the football team. Then he befriends Dex, a diminutive classmate who can somehow jump as high as ten feet in the air. Seems Alex isn’t the only one at school with a secret.

As the school year unfolds, Alex will find himself the target of bullies, holding hands with his first crush and discovering the shocking truth about himself and his parents.

Praise for the Book

"The only thing stranger than Strange Country Day, are the kids sitting next to you in class. Meet the next generation of mutant superheroes. When you attend this school, you're signing up for a whirlwind of mystery and mayhem. This story captures both the turbulence and confusion of being 13, and dealing with superhuman powers ... a wicked combination. Strange Country Day certainly lives up to its name." ~ DJ MacHale, author of Pendragon and The SYLO Chronicles

"High energy, high-cool adventure! If only all schools were this strange and exciting - but how many of us would survive?" ~ Greg Bear, Hugo- and Nebula-award winning author of Moving Mars and Darwin's Radio

"Great book for the kids!" ~ Roshni

" ... this is an enjoyable read and I think kids (especially boys) ages 8+ will enjoy Alex and his strange adventure." ~ Tonja Drecker

"Great book for my teenage son!" ~ Jason

Guest Post by the Author

Write What You Know

As a young 8th grade writer who published his first story in my school’s literary magazine, I was always encouraged to write what I know.

So when I sat down to write Strange Country Day, I immediately knew my protagonist, Alexander Graham Ptuiac, would be a tall, skinny sports-loving new kid just starting middle school and trying to fit in. That’s because, at the age of 12, I was a tall, skinny sports-loving new kid just starting middle school and trying to fit in.

Alex’s first day of school starts out with a bang: During 7th grade orientation, he’s pulled into a room with his classmates for a ritual known as "Fresh Meet Friday". When the event turns into a riot involving the older 9th graders, Alex discovers he has previously unknown superhero-like powers that propel him to punch the ringleader in the nose.

Unfortunately, my first day of middle school wasn’t nearly as mind-blowing as Alex’s, but I did draw a little bit from experience. I attended a private school where I was one of many new kids faced with making friends with a whole new group of students, many of whom already knew each other. Luckily, there were no hazing rituals I was forced to participate in (unluckily, I didn’t have comic book-like powers, either), but in Strange Country Day, I tried to capture that same nervousness I felt about walking into a – well – strange environment, trying to fit in and attempting to adjust to an increased workload and new schedule.

In the past few years, I’ve often joked about how my interests in those days – I visited a comic book shop once a week to pick up my stack and played the card game Magic: The Gathering every day at lunch – are suddenly trendy now and lamented about how I would have been much happier if I’d been a middle schooler in 2015. But I realize now just how influential both were on my creativity and imagination.

The other huge influence? Sports, of course. I spent countless nights in front of the television (I promise, Mom and Dad, it was after my homework was done ... most of the time) or at one of the many New York stadiums/arenas, taking in any and all Mets, Giants, Knicks or Rangers games I could watch. I always wish I could go back in time and tell my middle school self that one day I’d find myself in the press box at those very same arenas and stadiums. Middle School Charles would be blown away.

The one thing that truly separates me from Alex? With the help of those aforementioned powers, he ends up joining his school’s football team as a quarterback. Despite my love for the game of football, I didn’t have half the athleticism to even begin to think about playing on the gridiron.

But hey, adults – especially authors – are allowed to reimagine their pasts too, right?

About the Author

Charles Curtis is a writer and journalist based in New York City. He has reported and written for publications including NJ.com (where he is currently the site’s sports buzz reporter), The Daily, ESPN.com, ESPN the Magazine, Bleacher Report, TV Guide and Entertainment Weekly. Charles has covered the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, golf, tennis and NASCAR. He has also written about television, film and pop culture.

In addition, Curtis has also written, produced and was featured in videos for ESPN.com and The Daily. He has made radio appearances on stations including 92.9 The Ticket in Bangor, Maine, WLIE 540 AM in Long Island and on morning shows across Canada via the CBC.

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