Reading is something that I have always loved.  For as long as I can remember, I’ve been reading to my children, and depsite the fact that they are now almost 12 and 9, I’m still reading to my children.  We’ve gotten lost in so many worlds through books that all of us have over active imaginations.

The difference between my children and I is that I could read forever and be completely happy whereas they don’t like to read on their own.  If I’m not reading to them, it’s like pulling teeth.  Many times, when I get books to review, I am torn with emotions because I know that it’s going to be bitter sweet. I’m going to want to sit there and open the pages and look at the illustrations and want them to read them to me, but it won’t work out that way.

I’ve heard alot about Barefoot Books via the internet in years past and when I was contacted to review some of their books, I jumped at the chance.  I don’t care how old you are, children’s books are still amazing things to read.  They take on a life of their own, especially the good ones, and I can often find myself escaping, if only for a little while.

I received “The Boy Who Grew Flowers” by Jen Wojtowicz and read it from cover to cover the moment I ripped open the package.  The quality of this book is enough to get even someone who doesn’t take time to notice these things excited.  The pages are beautifully illustrated, the paper high quality, and the story wonderful.

Even know, as I sit here with the book in front of me as I’m writing, I am turning the pages in awe of what I am looking at.  That in itself is enough to draw me in.

The story was one that both of my children enjoyed.  They’ve even leafed through the catalog and selected a few books that they would like for Christmas.  And for us, we were able to spend a little bit of time, together, with a good book.

Barefoot Books are comparable in price to what you would pay for a hardback book at one of the bookstores and while I can be frugal and not be willing to pay full price for anything, the price on these books are worth every single penny.

So, I want to share with one of you the amazing books from Barefoot Books.  They have been gracious enough to supply one lucky reader a $25 gift certificate to their store.

So here’s what you need to do.

Visit Barefoot Books and leave a comment letting me know a title that appeals to you. It doesn’t have to be the one that you would buy if you win, as you can change your mind over and over again until you check out.

I’ll leave the drawing open until Friday, November 21st and then draw the winner.  You don’t have to have a blog, but you do have to provide me with a valid email address so that I can contact you.

I think you’re going to like what you find.  I know I did.  And I’ve already got a list of things that I can get for Christmas.

And with that being said, there are going to be more giveaways this week because we’re approaching the Christmas season and I know that we’re all looking for things for gifts for those on our lists.  So make sure you subscribe and check back…

Until next time…

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