REVIEW and GIVEAWAY
The Endless Fart
by Beatriz Rare
The Endless Fart by Beatriz Rare is currently on tour with Silver Dagger Book Tours. The tour stops here today for my review, an excerpt, and a giveaway. Please be sure to visit the other tour stops as well.
Description
This is a very special day for Ralph the elephant, but a serious farting problem is turning it into one of the most difficult days of his life. A journey of strength and courage is the path for this adorable character. Ralph will learn that being himself and telling the truth is always the best idea.
The unique and hilarious illustrations of this story are guaranteed to make any child laugh. Is this stinky gas bound to ruin Ralph’s whole day, or will he be able to control this endless fart?
Excerpt
Praise for the Book
"This is a great, funny story that any kid would love. I really enjoyed it and will make sure to keep a copy at work when I’m having a bad day. This is a must read story that needs to be added to your bookshelves." ~ JBronder Book Reviews
"This was SO fun. The pictures were incredibly expressive. The green farts were clearly noxious to the people who had to smell it. Somewhat reminiscent of Dr. Seuss drawings. LOVED this!" ~ Kat
"Still laughing after reading this one!" ~ Andrea Davis
"Funny story, cool illustrations, love the title. Farts will always be funny." ~ 009
"Hysterical but not necessarily for children." ~ Phyllis Stanley
My Review
By Lynda Dickson
Ralph is running late for work and doesn't eat his usual breakfast. This causes him to have an embarrassing problem all day around his co-workers, his boss, and the girl he likes. How will he go on his big date tonight?
On the first page, the author uses language to great effect by allowing us to "hear" Ralph get out of his screeching bed and walk across the creaking floor. Unfortunately, this technique isn't employed again until the end of the book, when we finally get to "hear" his farts. This is a missed opportunity to get the kids laughing, although they will enjoy the use of such "rude" words as "fart" and "butt". I think children could better relate to Ralph if the book was set in school with Ralph being a kid, rather than a grown-up in an office.
The cute illustrations, also by the author, really bring Ralph to life. And the depiction of his green, gaseous farts are priceless!
About the Author
Beatriz Rare lives in San Francisco with her husband and son. She was an educator for 35 years. Besides teaching, she's always had a passion for drawing and writing. She especially likes to tell stories that make children laugh as well as learn.
Giveaway
Enter the tour-wide giveaway for a chance to win a $5 Amazon gift card and an ebook copy of The Endless Fart by Beatriz Rare.
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