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    Jolly’s Christmas, by Ken Robb | Dedicated Review

    Dr. Jen HarrisonBy Dr. Jen Harrison3 Mins Read Author Showcase Picture Books Seasonal: Holiday Books
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    Review sponsored by Ken Robb
    The Children’s Book Review | September 7, 2018

    Jolly's Christmas by Ken Robb - CoverJolly’s Christmas

    Written by Ken Robb

    Age Range: All Ages

    Paperback: 44 pages

    Publisher: Archway Publishing (2018)

    ISBN: 978-1-4808-6463-4

    What to Expect: Christmas, Inspirational Storyline, Disabled Characters.

    Jolly’s Christmas is the story of a young moose who dreams of flying like a reindeer.  A talented athlete, Jolly dreams of leading his team to victory in the North Pole Winter Wonderland Games.  However, to realize his dreams Jolly will face challenges beyond anything he might have imagined.  From sabotage by other athletes to an unexpected attack by vicious poachers, Jolly encounters set-back after set-back as he tries to pursue his dream of flying. However, when a daring leap to freedom leaves him paralyzed in both back legs, Jolly comes to understand that the greatest challenge will come not from others, but from himself.  Can Jolly find the strength and determination to follow his heart?  In this heartwarming Christmas tale, everything depends on Jolly believing in himself.

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    Although there are a number of good picture books available that deal with the theme of disability, many more are needed; for this reason, Jolly’s Christmas is a welcome addition to the available children’s Christmas stories.  The story’s focus on sportsmanship and teamwork is particularly valuable: through a colorful cast of animal characters, Robb reminds readers that no matter what a person’s physical characteristics might be, each and every individual has something valuable to offer to others.  Stark storytelling characterized by present tense active verbs focuses the reader’s attention on the action, emphasizing that despite his disability, Jolly is far from disabled.  This is an endearing tale with a valuable message which goes beyond the usual sentimentality of Christmas spirit to encourage genuine caring for oneself and for others: it’s a beautiful story.

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    About the Author

    Ken Robb is a storyteller who enjoys developing characters and bringing them to life in books and on film. While growing up in Colorado, Ken learned to ski and watched physically challenged athletes train. Their courage, determination, and spirit provided inspiration for his first children’s book, Jolly’s Christmas. Ken completed the UCLA Professional Program in Screenwriting and continues to write and pitch film and television screenplays in addition to his book projects.

    Jolly Kryzmooz lives in the NorthWoodz and enjoys playing sports and competing with his friends.  Jolly’s journey started as a screenplay and written by Ken.  The screenplay has been well received by reviewers and in competitions. The picture book started as a proof of concept for the movie.  If you would like more information about the screenplay, please contact Ken or Jolly.

    For more information, visit:  jollyschristmas.com

    Contact: kr [at] jollyschristmas [dot] com

    Accolades

    Jolly’s Christmas Screenplay Competition Success

    Quarter-Finalist in the PAGE International Screenwriting Awards

    Finalist in the Canadian Faith & Family Film Festival

    Quarter-Finalist in the Screencraft Family Screenplay Contest

    Honorable Mention in the Colorado Film Festival

    Second Rounder at the Austin Film Festival.

    Dedicated Reviews allow authors and illustrators to gain prompt visibility for their work. Ken Robb sponsored this non-biased review of “Jolly’s Christmas.” Learn more about getting a book review …

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    Dr. Jen Harrison currently teaches writing and literature at East Stroudsburg University. She also provides freelance writing, editing, and tuition services as the founder of Read.Write.Perfect. She completed her Ph.D. in Children’s and Victorian Literature at Aberystwyth University in Wales, in the UK. After a brief spell in administration, Jen then trained as a secondary school English teacher and worked for several years teaching Secondary School English, working independently as a private tutor of English, and working in nursery and primary schools. She is an editor for the peer-reviewed journal of children’s literature, Jeunesse, and publishes academic work on children’s non-fiction, YA speculative fiction, and the posthuman.

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