Naughty Nana,
a children's book for kids of all ages Looking for a special gift for a baby, birthday, or just because? The children's picture book, Naughty Nana, illustrated by Rebecca Evans and published by Palm Circle Press, is sure to delight kids of all ages. Saralyn enjoys facilitating workshops or book reviews for groups of all sizes and on a variety of topics. Email her at saralyn@saralynrichard.com for prices and availability. To purchase Naughty Nana, click on the Bookstore page (above). ISBN 978-0-9896255-0-0 
Shannon Caldwell, mother of two, says, "Nana, the sheepdog puppy with a flower on her rear, just can't behave! Written with care and compassion with illustrations dog owners will love, this feel-good story is perfect for children and adults to share. Children love seeing naughtiness at work, and they'll identify with Nana's boisterous adventures, while adults will appreciate how Nana learns to face the consequences of her actions. Naughty Nana is as irresistible as its fluffy puppy star. Cuddle up with a copy for story-time fun."
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Nana visits schools, libraries, museums, play groups, birthday parties--she's a girl who just wants to have fun. Contact us at saralyn@saralynrichard.com to schedule a date.
Ranked as #29 Best Picture Book on Goodreads.com: www.goodreads.com/list/show/460.Best_Picture_Books?page=1 |
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Palm Circle Press and Saralyn Richard are proud to announce the publication of Naughty Nana. Based on the real-life adventures of a sheepdog puppy who just wants to have fun, this children's picture book will charm readers of all ages.
Veteran illustrator Rebecca Evans brings the tale to life with whimsical and memorable depictions of Nana's mishaps. Rebecca has a B.A. in visual art with a concentration in drawing and ilustration. She has worked as an artist and designer for the past 14 years, the last four in children's book illustration. She has taught art and published artwork with magazines and multiple publishing houses. She has illustrated 11 picture books and middle grade readers.
Check out Saralyn's profile at: <a href="http://saralyn.allauthor.com" title="Saralyn Richard AllAuthor page">AllAuthor page</a>
Check out the author interview with Saralyn at: https://mercedesfoxbooks.com/meet-author-saralyn-richard/
Check out the interview with Saralyn in Dogster magazine: http://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/naughty-nana-childrens-book-sheepdog
August 2015 issue of Coast magazine
June 2017 Houston PetTalk magazine, p. 24: http://editiondigital.net/publication/?m=9378&l=1&p=&pn=#{"issue_id":411991,"page":0}
Reviews:
Zari Reede
What a fabulous children's book! It is a cute story that I am sure is all too true. It shows what a handful Nana is as a puppy, and how her family loves and cares for her even when she is naughty. What a lovable, friendly pup and very funny. The artwork is colorful and warm. I love the pics of Nana with the grand kids. A great book to have anywhere young people are, or for a household of just dog lovers! three cheers for Naughty Nana and five stars for children's literature.
Bette Berns
Well written and beautifully illustrated children's story. The paper chosen for this book is of excellent quality and very durable. This book will be enjoyed by multiple children in your family for years to come.
James Minter
Being a former dog owner, father, and now granddad, the antics of Naughty Nana ring true. I attributed to my dogs a mental age equivalent to an 18 months old child. At that age, both children and dogs understand a great deal, but in behaviour, terms are unbound free spirits who love unconditionally and only want to please as the story demonstrates.
Naughty Nana is not only a beautifully illustrated children’s book, but it will bring a smile to the face of all who read it. The story of an energetic
Yvonne McCoy
My daughter and I loved this book! It's a very sweet and fun story for all ages (especially dog lovers!), and the illustrations are lovely as well.
Susan Baker
A very sweet story of a lovely doggie and great illustrations. I recommend it to families. I gave a copy to my own little grandson. He loved it.
Minette Lauren
What a beautiful children's book about an energetic, loving puppy that puts her family to the test for patience. Naughty Nana is a beautifully illustrated book that brings a smile to all who read it. Not just for children, it would make a lovely coffee table book for any dog lover's home.
Ami Polonsky, author of Gracefully Grayson, writes: "Naughty Nana is an adorable book about the naughty antics of Nana the Sheepdog. The illustrations are vibrant and engaging. The true test of any picture book is how many times in a row your kids want it read to them, and Naughty Nana, one of my six year-old's favorites, passes this test with flying colors!"
Gay Yellen, author of The Body Business and The Body Next Door, says: "This is a charming story of an English Sheepdog pup who gets adopted. Her family patiently endures many of the mishaps and mayhem of a rambunctious Nana as she learns to behave, and they learn to love her. The dog and the family are portrayed with warmth and sensitivity. It's a good book to read to children, and the illustrations are first-class."
Mary Davidson, first grade teacher, writes: "Naughty Nana is a perfect gift for young readers. Nana is a sheepdog pup who is full of energy and fun, even though she is exasperating for her new owners, Grammy and Papa. The surprise at the end is especially fun when the mystery is solved. The author relates the story in a simple, but interesting way to keep the reader involved. The illustrations are big and provide a colorful description of the escapades of Nana. Children of all ages should enjoy this delightful story following the antics of lovable Nana, the sheepdog."
Lorette Lavine of Parenting In the Loop writes, "What a delightful, beautifully illustrated children's book about how Nana adjusts to her new home with Grammy, Papa and her new "sibling" Bogey. Her antics are amusing. Naughty Nana will become a favorite of kids, parents and grandparents alike. Hopefully this is just the beginning of Nana's family adventures!
Shannon SoRelle, Editor of The Islander magazine, writes, "Having dogs and children who love them unconditionally, there was a connection for me when reading this book, but you don't have to be a dog owner to enjoy this amusing tale. It is sure to delight kids of all ages."
Bonnie Danick says, "Our granddaughter loves to read about Nana and all the mischief she gets into. We love to read it to her to remind her of how Nana learns through her loving family to be a kind loving dog. A wonderful story to teach an important life lesson."
Check out our guest blog post on Sheila Quirke's MaryTylerMom, Beyond the Cover: What to Look for in a Children's Picture Book: http://www.chicagonow.com/mary-tyler-mom/2017/11/beyond-the-cover-what-to-look-for-in-a-childrens-picture-book/
Talented Illustrator, Rebecca Evans, displays several children's books.