Matthew has a big secret. He can fix things magically. Matthew secretly uses his magic to fix things for his family and friends. Later, he expands his magical good deeds by fixing things in his neighborhood. Matthew’s friend, Lily, suspects something is special about him. Matthew must decide whether to tell her the truth or not.

Announcing: Magical Matthew

My first book, Magical Matthew, illustrated by Kevin Scott Collier, is published by Guardian Angel Publishing as an October 2012 release! This book was inspired by my friend's son, Matthew, when he attained "double digits." That milestone marks the transition that all children make going from being an elementary "kid," to becoming a middle school "tween." There's the loss of innocence that we mourn, but also a growing maturity that we applaud. My book celebrates the "magic" of that transition.

I am pleased and delighted to have Kevin Scott Collier illustrate Magical Matthew. Kevin is a delight to work with and does amazing illustrations making the story come alive in a "magical" way.

Magical Matthew can help teachers and parents show the importance of using your strengths and talents for good. It shows how good it feels to help your friends and take care of your neighborhood. This book is suitable for children ages 4 through 9.

Available from: www.guardianangelpublishing.com/matthew.htm
also www.amazon.com, and www.barnesandnoble.com

See the book trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RxIsZVkdvU

View the Video Preview:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCONwYbC66c

Monday, April 22, 2013

Celebrate Earth Day



Today is Earth Day.  This is a special day to celebrate the wonders of our natural world.  It’s a day to remember that we are stewards of this amazing planet, not simply residents.  Matthew and Lily, from my book Magical Matthew, understand the importance of this stewardship.  They take good care of their things, help clean up their neighborhood park, and support Earth Day activities such as Beach Clean Up days.  I hope everyone will follow their example.  Together we can make our world a little cleaner and a little healthier for all the plants and animals that breathe the same air we breathe and drink the same water.  Happy Earth Day!
 
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Saturday, April 13, 2013

Sharing a review by Tracey Cox of Magical Matthew

Thank you Tracey for this lovely review:

 Picture Book Review: Magical Matthew

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What if you had a gift, but were afraid to let anyone know? In Magical Matthew, Matthew has a gift to fix things. He can fix broken toys, watches, but he can’t fix his friend.
Through their playtime, Lily notices that her friend is just as special as she is, just in a different way. Matthew confides in his friend and together the begin to fix things. Only Matthew looses his gift of magical-fixes. He feels bad. Lily and his grandmother point out that he is a great problem-solver and that is a gift all to itself.
Magical Matthew shows readers that they are special in more than what they can do. Sometimes being someone’s friend and appreciating them for who they are is the best gift to have.
Magical Matthew is written by Penelope Anne Cole. Ms. Cole has a background in teaching and loves to involve children in her stories.
Keven Collier’s illustrations of magic and know-how bring the story to life.

Guardian Angel Publishing, 2012
ISBN# 9781616333256 (HC)
9781616333263 (SC)
9781616333386 (eB)


http://thereadtomereviewsletter.wordpress.com/2013/04/09/picture-book-review-magical-matthew/
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Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Readers' Favorite Five-Star Book Review

There's a 5-Star Review of Magical Matthew up on Readers' Favorite:

http://readersfavorite.com/book-review/8413
Book Review
Reviewed by Joy Hannabass for Readers' Favorite

 Matthew had magical powers but he couldn’t understand why. But then he started liking his magic and decided to keep the secret to himself because he didn’t know what people would think. And it was when he was with his friend who was in a wheel chair that he found out he could only fix things, not people. But will Matthew always have his magical powers to fix anything that is broken? Find out in this really cute new book by Penelope Anne Cole.

 What a cute story and and what sweet imagination! All kids like to think with their magic mind at one time or another, and Matthew’s story is a reminder of this. And I love the special sweet relationship Matthew has with his friend in the wheel chair, one that is strong enough that he confides in her, and they go through the neighborhood together trying to find things that need to be fixed. But after a while, the time comes for Matthew to realize that his powers are just magical and no longer work. What will happen to Matthew now that he can’t fix things as he wants? I highly recommend this wonderful story about Matthew. Your children will certainly listen to this story in awe of the magic of the pages. And they will also enjoy the awesome illustrations that fit so well with the story, helping to bring the pages to life as they hear the words. You will not be disappointed with this little book!

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There are other 5-Star Reviews up on Amazon.com.

Also, the hard cover edition of Magical Matthew is now on sale at Amazon for 64% off (ten at this price).  This is a perfect opportunity to get this sweet book at a great savings in time for April's Earth Day and gifts:

 http://www.amazon.com/Magical-Matthew-Penelope-Anne-Cole/dp/1616333251/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
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Tuesday, March 26, 2013

A New Review up on Amazon

 Here's another great review from one of my fans!
 
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Children's book! March 26, 2013
By Sharon
Format:Paperback
My 6-year-old son loves the book. It's so interesting and fascinating to know that Matthew can use his magical power to fix things. Not only kids love the book, the adult will love this book too as Matthew is so special and unique. Highly recommend this book to any family with young children.
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Thursday, March 14, 2013

New Review up on Amazon

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Message and fun to read!, March 12, 2013
This review is from: Magical Matthew (Paperback)
This book is so cute and has a wonderful message too. By featuring a character with disabilities it helps to show kids that handicapped children are no different then they are and, that everyone is special in their own way. This story is full of encouragement and teaches kids about trust, respect, independence, and friendship. I would highly recommend this book to any parent or teacher who has young children.

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Check Amazon to see the other reviews!
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Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Another Good Review up on Amazon!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Magical Story with a message, March 6, 2013
This review is from: Magical Matthew (Paperback)
This book treats magic in a way that children can understand, and would have the same message if Matthew were a few years older and did the fixes in a more adult way. Ultimately, Matthew replaces magic with good citizenship and we all see that there is magic in this idea as well.
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Monday, March 11, 2013

New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing (GAP) for 2013 January and February

2013 JANUARY Academic Wings
ARACHNABET: an alphabet of spiders. Creepy, but real! YIKES!
by Tracey M Cox
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/arachnabet.htm x






 2013 FEBRUARY
BELLA SAVES THE BEACH hardcover, softcover Academic Wings
by Nancy Stewart, art by Samantha Bell
Living by the beach is so cool, but Bella worries when she starts to see trash thrown on the sand. What can she do to help?
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/bella-saves-beach.htm



BRUTUS THE BULL hardcover, softcover Animals and Pets
by Margo Bean, art by Aumi Kauffman Perry
Three children help a shy calf with a crooked ear use his strengths to triumph as the most magnificent bull ever. x
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/brutus.htm

 
  JOURNEY'S PROMISE hardcover, softcover Wings of Faith
When Journey discovers a family has chosen to adopt her baby brother, but not her, she kidnaps him and runs away from the orphanage in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
by Dixie Phillips and Journey Dai Muhammad, art by KC Snider
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/journeys-promise.htm
  YOU CAN'T TAKE THE DINOSAUR HOME English edition Littlest Angels
by Mary Esparza-Vela, art by Mike Motz
Two tiny space-tots want to go on a treasure hunt but they don’t want to take their little brother because he always wants his way.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/dinosaur-home.htm

 ¡NO PUEDES LLEVARTE EL DINOSAURIO A CASA! Spanish edition
by Mary Esparza-Vela, art by Mike Motz
Dos niños espaciales hacen planes para explorar un planeta en busca de tesoro.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/dinosaur-home-spanish.htm


 Also:
KANGAROO CLUES - Coming!
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