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Jennifer Ibiam
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"...The Gingerbread Twins is a hilarious yet educative picture storybook for everyone.  This story talks about believing in ourselves and casting out self-doubt." - Jennifer Ibiam, Readers' Favorite 5-Star Review
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"A fun and enjoyable tale with striking illustrations...This story is an engaging addition to the genre of runaway gingerbread fairy tales that has been popular for almost 150 years." - Kirkus Reviews
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"A fun and enjoyable tale with striking illustrations...This story is an engaging addition to the genre of runaway gingerbread fairy tales that has been popular for almost 150 years." - Kirkus Reviews
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"The Gingerbread Twins is a fun adaptation of the classic children's tale...brings the classic up to date, and will appeal to a contemporary audience." - Readers' Choice Book Awards
Nino Lobiladze
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“…Quincy’s character is lovable and inspiring. I appreciated that Quincy’s attitude stayed fearless despite his doubts. I believe that Hayes has created a wonderful role model for children who may feel insecure.” — Nino Lobiladze, Readers' Favorite 5-Star Review
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"The story subtly integrates a clear message about accepting people who have specific sensory needs, and it's one that young readers will easily understand, whether or not they have sensitivities of their own...Quincy also effectively models determination throughout with a daily mindful mantra." – Kirkus Reviews
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“I’d rather do anything

like take out the trash.

Or even suffer from 

an itchy, red rash.”

Garrett would choose anything over writing a paper!

Armed with a vivid imagination, Garrett embarks on a hilarious daydreaming adventure creating outrageous scenarios of things he would rather be doing, each more captivating than the last!  As his classmates diligently compose their papers, Garrett continues to be consumed by his mental escapades as time is running out to turn in his paper.

Will he be left with a blank paper?  Or will Garrett’s imagination be all he needs?

*Just released, February 22, 2024.

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