Dali & Disney by David A. Bossert Book Review

Dali & Disney: Destino: The Story, Artwork, and Friendship Behind the Legendary Film 

by David A. Bossert (Author), Juan M. Sevillano (Introduction)

Book Description

A stunning tribute to the lifelong friendship and collaboration of Salvador Dali and Walt Disney. In 1945, the two began working on a project together, intended to be a short animated film called Destino. Dali partnered with Disney Legend John Hench to storyboard the film, but production was brought to a halt because of financial difficulties. Over fifty years later, Walt's nephew Roy E. Disney decided to give it new life. The film went on to be nominated for an Academy Award in 2004 . This volume showcases all 150 pieces of art created by Dali and Hench. Also, the sole piece of animation art that was filmed in 1946 is showcased in a series of images explaining how it was digitally cut apart, restored and then reassembled for the 2003 completed film version.

About the Author

DAVID A. BOSSERT received a B.F.A. in Character Animation from CalArts School of Film in 1983. Mr. Bossert has been with the Walt Disney Company for nearly 30 years. He has served as a Producer, Director, Associate Producer, Artistic Coordinator, Visual Effects Supervisor and Effects Animator on various films and is currently serving as the Creative Director & Head of Special Projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios. His previous book, Remembering Roy E. Disney was published in 2013.

My Review:

Dali & Disney: Destino: The Story, Artwork, and Friendship Behind the Legendary Film by David A. Bossert is an amazing book on the lifelong friendship of  Salvador Dali and Walt Disney. This book is amazing! It's filled with 150 pieces of artwork created by Dali and Hench. It also includes images explaining how it was digitally cut apart, restored and then reassembled for the 2003 completed film version. This is a must have book for any Dali and Disney collector and would make a beautiful coffee table book and conversation starter. Very beautiful book!

You can find Dali & Disney by David A. Bossert on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other bookstores.

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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back So You Want to Be a Jedi? by Adam Gidwitz Book Review

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back So You Want to Be a Jedi? 

by Adam Gidwitz  (Author)

Book Description

Acclaimed, New York Times best-selling author Adam Gidwitz delivers a captivating retelling of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back like you've never experienced before, infusing the iconic, classic tale of good versus evil with a unique perspective and narrative style that will speak directly to today's young readers while enhancing the Star Wars experience for core fans of the saga.

About the Author

Adam Gidwitz grew up in Baltimore. Now he lives in Brooklyn and teaches kids large and slightly less large at Saint Ann's School. Adam only writes about what he's experienced personally. So, while all of the strange, hilarious, and frightening things in A TALE DARK AND GRIMM really did happen to Hansel and Gretel, they also happened to Adam. Of course, if you've ever had a childhood, they've probably happened to you, too.

My Review:

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back So You Want to Be a Jedi? by Adam Gidwitz is a terrific book for young readers! I love the unique perspective and narrative style of Adam Gidwitz! This book takes you through it as if you are Luke Skywalker and who doesn't want to be Luke Skywalker?! If you're looking for a good book to encourage children to read this is it! Another amazingly awesome thing about this book is that in between each chapter are real world lessons on how to become a Jedi. My favorite lesson is the lesson on anger. I loved this book and highly recommend it!

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by Adam Gidwitz on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other bookstores.

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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Beware the Power of the Dark Side! by Tom Angleberger Book Review

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Beware the Power of the Dark Side!

by Tom Angleberger (Author)

Book Description

Acclaimed, New York Times best-selling author Tom Angleberger delivers a captivating retelling of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi like you've never experienced before, infusing the iconic, classic tale of good versus evil with a unique perspective and narrative style that will speak directly to today's young readers while enhancing the Star Wars experience for core fans of the saga.

My Review:

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Beware the Power of the Dark Side! by Tom Angleberger is an awesome book! This is definitely one of those books that kids won't want to put down. Even I was so into the book I didn't want to put it down. This is a wonderful book for kids age 8-12. I love the humor thrown in by the author throughout the book. The writing is terrific and the characters are similar to the ones we've come to know in the movie. What I love most about this book is that it takes you much deeper than any movie could. It get's the reader involved and is a terrific book for those that love Star Wars or those just getting to know the beloved Star Wars Series.  

You can find Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Beware the Power of the Dark Side! by Tom Angleberger on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other bookstores.

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Star Wars: A New Hope The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy by Alexandra Bracken Book Review - #HGG

Star Wars: A New Hope The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy

by Alexandra Bracken

Book Description

The galaxy is at war. 

Although the Rebel Alliance has won a few battles against the Empire, hope is fading. The Empire is about to finish building the greatest weapon the galaxy has ever seen-the Death Star. The rebels' only chance to defeat it now lies in the unlikely hands of a princess, a scoundrel, and a farm boy. . . . 

Acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Bracken delivers a captivating retelling of Star Wars: A New Hope like you've never experienced before. Since the premier of the original film, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and Luke Skywalker have become iconic, larger-than-life characters. The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy takes a deeper look at these three heroes as they join forces to defeat the evil that threatens their entire galaxy.

About the Author

Alexandra Bracken is the New York Times bestselling author of The Darkest Minds and Never Fade. Born and raised in Arizona, she moved east to study history and English at the College of William & Mary in Virginia. Alex now lives in New York City, where you can find her hard at work on her next novel in a charming little apartment that's perpetually overflowing with books.

My Review:

Star Wars: A New Hope The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy by Alexandra Bracken in a wonderful book! I love Star Wars and up until now have only ever watched the movies but reading this book is a real treat. I love that the Princesses part is told from her point of view. It goes much deeper into the characters and there's so much more story line in this book than in the movie. This book is beautifully written and is sure to be loved by any star wars fan!

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by Alexandra Bracken on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other bookstores.

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The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems Book Review - #HGG

The Story of Diva and Flea

by Mo Willems  (Author), Tony DiTerlizzi (Illustrator)

Book Description

Diva, a small yet brave dog, and Flea, a curious streetwise cat, develop an unexpected friendship in this unforgettable tale of discovery.

For as long as she could remember, Diva lived at 11 avenue Le Play in Paris, France. For as long as he could remember, Flea also lived in Paris, France-but at no fixed address. When Flea fl neurs past Diva's courtyard one day, their lives are forever changed. Together, Diva and Flea explore and share their very different worlds, as only true friends can do.

About the Author

Mo Willems, a number one New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, has been awarded a Caldecott Honor on three occasions (for Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale, and Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity). Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! was also an inaugural inductee into the Indies Choice Picture Book Hall of Fame. The celebrated Elephant & Piggie early-reader series has been awarded the Theodor Seuss Geisel Medal on two occasions (for There Is a Bird on Your Head! and Are You Ready to Play Outside?) as well as garnering four Honors (for We Are in a Book!, I Broke My Trunk!, Let's Go for a Drive! and A Big Guy Took My Ball!).

Tony DiTerlizzi, a number-one New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, created the middle-grade series The Spiderwick Chronicles with Holly Black, which has sold millions of copies, been translated into more than 30 languages and made into a feature film. He won a Caldecott Honor for illustrating The Spider & The Fly, and in 2014 he teamed up with Lucasfilm to retell the original Star Wars trilogy in a picture book featuring artwork by Academy award-winning concept artist, Ralph McQuarrie. He lives in Amherst, Massachusetts with his wife, daughter and dog, Mimi.

My Review:

The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems is a wonderfully cute and unforgettable tale of discovery. Diva the dog, a flee the streetwise cat form an unlikely friendship forms. My daughter absolutely loves this book. I love that it's a chapter book and is a great way to introduce children to chapter books because they chapters are fairly short and fun to read. The illustrations throughout the book are adorable and go right along with the story. This is a terrific book and would make a perfect gift for children ready to begin reading chapter books!

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by Mo Willems on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other bookstores.

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Cloud Country by Bonny Becker Book Review - #HGG

Cloud Country (Pixar Animation Studios Artist Showcase)

by Bonny Becker (Author), Noah Klocek  (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Sitting there, among the clouds, looking down and day dreaming is... a little cloudlet. Gale would like nothing more than to make one real cloud shape. But instead, she creates something different. Wait until all of Cloud Country finds out!

About the Author

Bonny Becker is the author of many award-winning picture books and middle-grade novels, including the New York Times bestselling A Visitor for Bear, illustrated by Kady MacDonald Denton.

Noah Klocek is an art director at Pixar Animation Studios, and he's worked on such films as Brave, Up, and WALL-E. He's currently working on Inside Out.

My Review:

Cloud Country by Bonny Becker is an adorable children's book! The illustrations are both whimsical and relaxing, making it a perfect story for bedtime. Gale the cloudlet has a hard time making cloud shapes like her cloud friends. She tries and tries to create cloud shapes like her friends but simply cannot. Little does she know she was destined for something greater. My kids thoroughly enjoy this book and often ask to read it for their bedtime story. I love how well written this book is and that the illustrations match the words on the page beautifully. What a wonderful book!

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Soothe Massage-On-Demand App & Mobile Service Arrives in Boston & Philadelphia!

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Soothe Massage-On-Demand App & Mobile Service Arrives in Boston & Philadelphia!

Boston and Philadelphia residents can finally relax thanks to Soothe, just in time for the winter holiday. Soothe is a revolutionary new massage-on-demand app and mobile service that allows clients to book a same-day massage from licensed and vetted massage therapists in the privacy of their home, office, or hotel room.

Soothe's service connects clients to over 2000 licensed, vetted and insured massage therapists who come to the their location and deliver a 5-star service. Appointments are offered between the hours of 8 am until midnight every day of the week, with fixed prices of $99 (60 minute), $139 (90 minute), and $169 (120 minute) per person, regardless of the type of massage selected.

To get started, the client downloads the iOS or Android app (soothe.com/app), then selects what type of massage is desired, the treatment length, and gender of the therapist. After entering the address of service and any notes about parking issues, the client enters the credit card for billing. Soothe then sends a confirmation to the customer's email. For clients who cannot download the app, they can book via soothe.com, which is available 24-7, or call a toll-free number (800.960.7668) during business hours.

In addition to offering massage for individuals and couples, Soothe offers chair massage services for corporate and special events, where a team of therapists can be present on site for a specific number of hours to service a group of individuals.

Soothe currently serves Los Angeles, Orange County, New York, Chicago, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Austin, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Washington D.C., Seattle, Dallas, Fort Worth, Vancouver (British Columbia), Boston and Philadelphia.

Check out my review of Soothe's services by clicking HERE.

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Click HERE to book your massage today or download the app via the iOS or Android store. (soothe.com/app)

You can also call 800.960.7668 to book an appointment.

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