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COME ONE, COME ALL!

Here is a sneak peek at the postcards and posters that will be handed out and displayed for Kathleen Spale's May 1, 2011 event in the Chicago area.

Book Launch News

If you are in the Chicago area Sunday, May 1, 2011, stop by The Magic Tree Bookstore to meet Kathleen Spale.  Kathleen is the gifted illustrator of Samson's Tale, the beautiful story of a dog and his boy.  Together, they can get through anything, even cancer!

Samson's Tale Launch Party & Signing

Sunday, May 1, 1-3 pm

The Magic Tree Bookstore

141 N. Oak Park Ave

Oak Park, IL 60301

Samson’s Tale, which releases April 12, 2011, is a must read!  Find out how a dog and his boy can get through anything together, even cancer. Story Pie Press is partnered with Flashes of Hope, and gives 30% of the proceeds from Samson's Tale in support of their important cause, to help children with childhood cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. 

Carla Mooney, the author of Samson's Tale, will be celebrating her launch this spring as well.  Details to come soon!

Living Without Reviews The Day I Met The Nuts

Living Without Magazine picked The Day I Met The Nuts as one of "Living Without's Favorite Books."  Laurel Green said, "This easy-to-read book is a fun take on a serious topic from a writer who is, by the way, allergic to nuts. The Day I Met the Nuts helps little ones come to terms with a food allergy."

Thank you to this wonderful magazine for their review and their invaluable resources they provide with each issue.

~Mary

SAMSON'S TALE COMING APRIL 2011

Be on the lookout for Story Pie Press' next release, Samson's Tale...coming April 2011.  This book will make your heart leap and bounce and soar.

Here's what Alison Clarke, Founder of Flashes of Hope, had to say:  "Through the eyes of the loyal family dog, children will understand what it's like for kids to deal with cancer. Filled with warmth and compassion, the story is both informative and inspiring. This book is a treasure for children with cancer, their classmates, friends and family."

In case you're curious, Flashes of Hope is a nonprofit organization that "changes the way children with cancer and other life threatening illnesses see themselves through the gift of photography and raises money for pediatric cancer research."  Portions of the proceeds from Samson's Tale support Flashes of Hope in their efforts to bring comfort and joy to these amazing children.  Carla Mooney, the talented author of Samson's Tale, happens to be the Pittsburg Chapter Director.  Mooney is a prolific author who found inspiration for this story in her own son, a young hero who has endured leukemia.  

A book launch is being planned as we speak, and will likely take place in a couple of locations: Chicago, Pennsylvania, and possibly Washington, DC.  If you are in one of these areas, or plan to visit this spring, stay tuned as more information will be posted shortly. 

~Mary

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Story Pie Press

With long, loved visitors Christmas and winter practically at the door, Story Pie Press wants to wish you  a merry season filled with peace, love, and good books to bring to your hearth.  If you've just celebrated Hanukkah, hopefully you received a good book to read; a dear friend to visit again and again.  If you're about to celebrate Christmas, don't forget, books can be the best gifts to give and receive.

For those who have loved ones with food allergies, The Day I Met The Nuts is a the perfect gift, one that provides comfort (and a little humor).  And now that the holiday season is upon us, young ones with food allergies need to be reminded that they are not alone, as yummy treats seem to be greet them at every turn.  This makes the challenge that much more tricky.  All is not lost, however, as there are always safe options, and tasty ones at that.  And more important than food is the love and support of family and friends.  Always!  Remember, when you purchase a copy of The Day I Met The Nuts, 45% of the proceeds go to Dr. Robert Wood at Johns Hopkins in his efforts to find a cure for food allergies.  So, this is a gift that keeps giving...literally!

And don't forget in early 2011, our second release, Samson's Tale, will be available to the masses.  It's a beautiful book that brings to mind Thanksgiving, Valentine's, Christmas, and all the seasonal holidays that bring us hope, love, and joy. 

Peace,
Mary

A TREAT FOR OCTOBER

From the editor's desk:

October can be a difficult time for children with food allergies.  I should know, I have two sons with food allergies...and with all the fall harvest parties, Halloween, etc., it can become a serious challenge.  "Why can't I eat that candy, or those cupcakes?"  It's hard to feel left out of the yummy fun.

A great gift for such a fun (but difficult) time is a good read like THE DAY I MET THE NUTS.  This book encourages children to face their dilemma, move forward with courage, and delight in all the yummy options that are still available.  Yes, there are many, many delicious foods to eat for us all, including treats, when we plan and do our research.

Spoil your child today with hugs, love, safe candy, and a good read!

~Mary

Childhood Cancer Month

From the editor's desk:

This month is Childhood Cancer Month, a month that brings about awareness for those children who are fighting this challenging disease.

Samson's Tale, which will be available from Story Pie Press in early 2011, is an amazing story about a dog and his boy...a dog who loves his boy so much, he won't leave his side.  This boy, named Daniel, goes through all the seasons of changes that cancer brings about.  And his dog, Samson, is there to see him through it all, with licks, nuzzles, strength, love, and more.  These two best buds can get through anything together, even cancer.

In honor of Childhood Cancer Month, Story Pie Press would like to share a few "top secret" inside pictures of the book for you to preview.

Now just wait until you read this story called Samson's Tale, written by Carla Mooney and illustrated by Kathleen Spale. 

~Mary