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    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion | Awareness Tour

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze4 Mins Read Ages 4-8 Ages 9-12 Chapter Books Giveaways Halloween Books
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    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Gregory G. Allen and The Children’s Book Review.

    Are you ready for the spookiest time of the year? Join us for an awesome virtual book tour of Gregory G. Allen’s The Monsters of Marymount Mansion.

    It’s 128 pages of pure monster madness, perfect for 1st-4th graders, and speaks to self-acceptance, diversity, empathy, and chosen family! So, grab your flashlight, and let’s venture through the pages of this Halloween quest. Who knows, you might discover a new favorite monster along the way!

    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion: Book Cover

    “The Monsters of Marymount Mansion by Gregory G. Allen is a delightful, absorbing children’s tale with fantastic characters, engaging illustrations, and insightful lessons that readers will find unforgettable.”

    —Edith Wairimu, Readers’ Favorite

    To learn more, follow along on the virtual book tour and enter the giveaway below for the chance to win a signed paperback copy of The Monsters of Marymount Mansion, a signed paperback copy of each of the author’s previous picture books** (Chicken Boy: The Amazing Adventures of a Superhero with Autism, Chicken Boy: A Superhero with Autism Deals with Doctors & Dentists, and Irving the Theater Nut!), and a $50 Amazon gift card to buy other books!

    **All books teach children not to fear those who are different and to be proud of themselves FOR those differences.

    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion
    Virtual Book Tour Dates

    Tuesday, October 10, 2023
    The Children’s Book Review
    Book Review of The Monsters of Marymount Mansion
    Wednesday, October 11, 2023
    The Momma Spot
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    Thursday, October 12, 2023
    Me Two Books
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    Friday, October 13, 2023
    Life Is What It’s Called
    Author Interview with Gregory G. Allen
    Saturday, October 14, 2023
    Joanna’s Bookshelf
    Book Review of The Monsters of Marymount Mansion
    Sunday, October 15, 2023
    The Fairview Review
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    Monday, October 16, 2023
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    Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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    Friday, October 20, 2023
    One More Exclamation
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    Monday, October 23, 2023
    My Reading Getaway
    An Interview with Gregory G. Allen
    Tuesday, October 24, 2023
    Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers
    An Article Written by Gregory G. Allen
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    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion
    Book Giveaway

    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion: Book Giveaway

    About the Book

    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion: Book Cover

    The Monsters of Marymount Mansion

    Written by Gregory G. Allen

    Illustrated by Shelby Goodwin

    Ages 7+ | 128 Pages

    Publisher: ASD Publishing | ISBN-13: 9780996102940

    Publisher’s Book Summary: Meet Toby: a young monster who has skin like a fish, fur like a dog, and smells like cotton candy when he gets excited. He lives with his family in the basement of Marymount Mansion and once a year ventures out into the real world when everyone is dressed for Halloween. Toby becomes frustrated with hiding below ground and sets off on an all-important quest.

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    About the Author

    Gregory G. Allen is an award-winning author, screenwriter, filmmaker, and actor. His children’s books include Chicken Boy: The Adventures of a Superhero with Autism, Chicken Boy Deals with Doctors & Dentists, and Irving the Theater Nut! He is a member of The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and The Dramatist Guild. The idea for his monster book goes back to the first musical he ever wrote, which was produced for the stage when he was 15, with the message that it’s okay to be different.

    For more information, visit gregsimagination.com.

    Gregory G. Allen: Author Headshot

    About the Illustrator

    Shelby Goodwin is an illustrator, letterer, graphic designer, and all-around creative living in Hoboken, NJ. She is extremely passionate about children’s media and the power of art to romanticize the everyday. When she is not making things, she can be found with her spouse and three cats exploring new places, eating pastries, or cuddling up in her favorite reading chair.

    For more information, visit heartonmysleevedesign.com.

    Shelby Goodwin: Illustrator Headshot

    Thanks for following along with us on The Monsters of Marymount Mansion Awareness Tour!

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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

    100 Comments

    1. David Hollingsworth on October 23, 2023 2:59 pm

      Adorable and refreshing.

      Reply
    2. Brian on October 23, 2023 4:09 pm

      I think my granddaughters would LOVE this book

      Reply
    3. Donna L on October 24, 2023 9:06 am

      This sounds like a funny book!

      Reply
    4. gloria patterson on October 24, 2023 2:05 pm

      the mosters are fun to kids today

      Reply
    5. David Hollingsworth on October 24, 2023 6:07 pm

      Still really like this kid-friendly book!

      Reply
    6. Donna L on October 25, 2023 9:10 am

      I would love to win these boosk for my grandson.

      Reply
    7. SARA on October 25, 2023 9:39 am

      i like to read

      Reply
    8. Antoinette M on October 25, 2023 12:47 pm

      Sounds like a delightful read.

      Reply
    9. gloria patterson on October 25, 2023 4:22 pm

      zay and her daddy would enjoy this book they like monsters

      Reply
    10. vivorn sophamisay on October 25, 2023 6:32 pm

      I’d love to get something for my son with the gc

      Reply
    11. David Hollingsworth on October 26, 2023 12:58 am

      This is going to be a classic for years to come.

      Reply
    12. Donna L on October 26, 2023 7:34 am

      A really fun book for my grandson.

      Reply
    13. SARA on October 26, 2023 8:02 am

      Monsters are fun

      Reply
    14. Letessha on October 26, 2023 12:08 pm

      I like books and so does my kids

      Reply
    15. gloria patterson on October 26, 2023 1:47 pm

      all of the books look and sound fun

      Reply
    16. Donna L on October 27, 2023 6:43 am

      A nice collection of books.

      Reply
    17. SARA on October 27, 2023 2:06 pm

      monsters go ‘boo’

      Reply
    18. David Hollingsworth on October 27, 2023 6:54 pm

      Happy Halloween!

      Reply
    19. gloria patterson on October 28, 2023 9:38 am

      Zay has always loved monsters ever size and shape she would enjoy the book

      Reply
    20. Tina F on October 28, 2023 11:48 am

      I would love to win because I think it would be a great book to read with my granddaughter.

      Reply
    21. SARA on October 28, 2023 12:51 pm

      monsters go boo. scary.

      Reply
    22. Sandra Watts on October 29, 2023 4:00 am

      They look like they would be fun books.

      Reply
    23. Donna L on October 29, 2023 5:11 am

      In this book there are giggles and laughs!

      Reply
    24. gloria patterson on October 29, 2023 4:26 pm

      All kids need to read and love monster books

      Reply
    25. David Hollingsworth on October 29, 2023 5:03 pm

      Kid-friendly monster books are safe for children.

      Reply
    26. Jeanna Massman on October 30, 2023 4:57 am

      My grandson would love these books!

      Reply
    27. Donna L on October 30, 2023 8:51 am

      My grandson would be so excited to get this book.

      Reply
    28. David Hollingsworth on October 30, 2023 4:59 pm

      A really fun giveaway!

      Reply
    29. Antoinette M on October 30, 2023 7:52 pm

      Love the cover!

      Reply
    30. Dreaa Drake on October 31, 2023 4:53 am

      I’d like to win so I can get more books of course! I’m addicted to reading! This sounds like an amazing author definitely going to check out the rest of his books! I think my sons would enjoy these!

      Reply
    31. Francine A on October 31, 2023 2:43 pm

      I love getting new books.

      Reply
    32. Carolyn D on October 31, 2023 2:53 pm

      I would love to win The Monsters of Marymount Mansion for my niece and nephew. My nephew is an avid reader and I think he would enjoy this book.

      Reply
    33. vivorn sophamisay on October 31, 2023 3:18 pm

      I’d like to win this for my kids

      Reply
    34. gloria patterson on October 31, 2023 3:35 pm

      the covers make you smile and want to open them

      Reply
    35. Antoinette M on October 31, 2023 7:59 pm

      I like the illustration on the front cover!

      Reply
    36. Ben Conner on October 31, 2023 10:53 pm

      Great book for October!

      Reply
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