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Just Be You
by Ann Louise Ramsey
Crown Peak Publishing
ISBN 978-0-9645663-5-4, hc, 40pp., $19.95

Once again Ann Ramsey creates her own distinctive brand of magical realism through digital imaging in Just Be You. Honey, the Cocker Spaniel, is the star of this quest for self esteem. She is surrounded by ducks, so naturally she tries very hard to be a duck. One day she looks in the mirror and sees someone very different. She begins to explore what makes her unique.

Ramsey weaves the story into the enchanting illustrations with her trademark poetic charm and grace. The result is a timeless fable for all ages.

Readers young and old alike will delight as Honey leaps off the page and grabs hold of their hearts. What a face! What a range of emotions! What an actress! Honey definitely has a future on the big screen. Join in this adorable pup's crusade. Prepare to fall in love. I hope this is the start of many more Honey adventures to come.

Copyright (c) 2008 by Peggy Tibbetts
http://advicefromacaterpillar.wordpress.com/
Bookideas.com and Midwest Book Review

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Dear Ann,

We found your book (Me, the Tree) at the public library and my 7 year old son fell in love with it! I did too! It is beautiful and inspiring! When we read the back cover we were please to find out that you also live in Colorado. It was really neat for my son to find out that you live in the same place and wrote a book about the pine cone. We even made our very own pinecone "me the tree" with eyes and he carried it around for weeks. This book teaches not only children but also parents as the meaning is very deep and poetic. I am glad to see that there is now another book by you to discover. Please keep up this wonderful work!

Sincerely,
Darlene and Daniel (mother and son)
Arvada, Colorado
May 21, 2008

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I bought 4 of these books (Just Be You) - one for me, one for each of my 2 nieces, and one for my mom's 3rd grade class. They are wonderful! My 8 year old niece (who is not interested in reading in the least bit) shared it with her class a few weeks ago. My mom has read it to her class and it's been passed around the school! My mom keeps asking if I could talk Ann and Honey into visiting the class. I can't say enough good things about Ann's work!

Kell
Souix Falls, SD
October 8, 2008
Zim Family Cocker Spaniel Forum
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=31611&p=424302#p424302

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I agree with Kell we love the book. I have one for my daughter and one for my niece. It's funny, whenever we are on the forum and Izzie sees new pictures of Honey she knows it is the doggy in the book. How cute is that. Can't wait for the next one Ann.

Sara
Huntley, IL
October 8, 2008
Zim Family Cocker Spaniel Forum
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=31611&p=424302#p424302

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Dear Ann,

We got our book (Just Be You) and we love it! The pictures of Honey are darling. It will make a great Christmas gift for the grandkids.

Lisa
West Jordan, UT
October 12, 2008
Zim Family Cocker Spaniel Forum
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=31611&p=424302#p424302

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For the cocker fans out there, here's a great new book. A cocker
spaniel that has been told by "others" that she is really a duck!
Sounds so cute & fun...hot off the presses, first edition, author
signed!

" Just Be You" - Inspiring New Children's Picture Book by Colorado Author
Ann Louise Ramsey.

"A delightful journey of self-discovery" featuring a Cocker Spaniel
named Honey. Great for all ages! Available April 1st. $19.95/Reserve
your signed copy now at: http://www.just-be-u.com/thebook.htm

Cheryl
Leesburg, VA
March 25, 2008
Zim Family Cocker Spaniel Forum
http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=25182

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Honey posted her own review of Just Be You in the Cocker Spaniel forum, too! Click here to read Honey's point of view about her new book: http://www.zimfamilycockers.com/Forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=25164

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Me, the Tree
by Ann Louise Ramsey
Reviewed by: Peggy Tibbetts

Like Alvin Tresselt’s classic "The Dead Tree," the life of a tree is the foundation for this parable about self-realization. Tucked inside its pinecone cocoon, the seed travels on the evening breeze to its new home in the meadow. With a lot of help from the rain, the pinecone breaks down and the seed is free to sprout.

Deep in the meadow floor the sapling struggles to fulfill its destiny to become a tall tree. As it reaches toward the sun, the tiny tree provides shelter for wildflowers and birds. The tree also learns that rain and snow and wind are all necessary in order to grow strong. In fact it is through loving nature that the tree understands the true meaning of its own roots.

Ramsey's digital, enhanced photos are the perfect medium for illustrating both the power and sensitivity of nature. The pine cone's deep blue eyes create a personality and an emotional attachment to the story. The eyes will certainly capture children’s attention – much like Hidden Pictures – while they hunt for them on each page as the sapling grows into a tree. And in turn the little tree's story will open their eyes to the wonders of nature. Meanwhile adults will discover a poetic chronicle that reminds us what really matters in our lives. The universal theme of individuality gives "Me, the Tree" an enduring quality reminiscent of Douglas Wood's "Old Turtle." I recommend this book for all ages.

Copyright (c) 2006 by Peggy Tibbetts
Bookideas.com and Midwest Book Review

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