Just in time for spring and Easter, a classic children’s book by Clare Turlay Newberry has been published by HarperCollins in paperback.
Marshmallow, originally published in 1943, is the true story of a cat named Oliver and a soft, white bunny named Marshmallow who are brought together as pets, by a little old lady named Miss Tilly, forced to share a household.
This classic book, a Caldecott Honor recipient, is heartwarming and sweet. It’s a simple yet descriptive tale of how a little bunny walks into the house (and heart) of a very self-sufficient feline. The whispy, brushed drawings and the playful poems only heighten the enjoyability of this delightful, time-worn tale.
Young children and older children both will delight in this book — and will likely relate to many of the themes within it (missing home/Mommy, making new friends). Though slim, this book is not watered down. There are plenty of words on each page to usher little listeners right into the story, painting very effectively a realistic (and “warm and fuzzy”) picture of one of the sweetest (and most famous) friendships of all time.
Purchase the paperback version of Marshmallow by Clare Turlay Newberry for just $6.99 from HarperCollins, or look for it at your local bookstore. Tuck a copy into this year’s Easter baskets for really big smiles.
Win it! Would you like to win the new paperback issue of Marshmallow? Thanks to HarperCollins, one of you can!
Here’s how to enter:
1) MANDATORY: Tell me in a comment below another classic picture book you loved as a child and enjoy reading to your children now.
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4) For a fourth entry, twitter about this contest using @MuseReviews within your tweet, then tell me in a separate comment that you twittered!
I’ll close the contest next Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 at 11pm EST. Sorry, US entries only. Good luck!
CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.
Congratulations to commenter #78, Courtney, the winner of this book!
FTC info — Disclaimer: I received this product for free for review purposes; however, my review was honest and my opinions are my own. I only received the product itself; I received no other monetary compensation for this review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Cindi (2 years ago)
The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
is a favorite classic picture book that
our family enjoys. Thanks, Cindi
Cindi (2 years ago)
I am already a subscriber of yours!
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Cindi (2 years ago)
Also, I am a Facebook fan of Muse Reviews!
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Cindi (2 years ago)
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Regina (2 years ago)
I literally almost bought this book last week at B&N. It’s so cute! As far as other picture books, I would recommend anything by Chris van Allsburg such as Zathura, Jumanji, The Sweetest Fig, The Gardens of Alhambra, etc. His illustrations are so fantastical. I love his books.
Regina (2 years ago)
And i tweeted it (ginagirl803)
Regina (2 years ago)
and now, we are friends on FB!!!
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and I joined your feed through google, too.
deb c (2 years ago)
I loved and love the book Corduroy. I read it again not too long ago.
McKim (2 years ago)
My daughter liked the story of Heidi
Hannah (2 years ago)
I loved the hungry caterpillar and my children love it too!
Debra Muccio (2 years ago)
I’m reading her Goodnight Moon…loves it!
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designHer Momma (2 years ago)
I loved ‘the little engine that could” when I was growing up. I just recently picked up a copy for my girls and we’ve really been enjoying reading it.
Elsie (2 years ago)
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back is a fun memory!
This giveaway is a joy!
Winning Readings (2 years ago)
I loved the Carl books!
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Melanie (2 years ago)
I loved Peter Rabbit as a child and my three little boys love it too.
Kristi C (2 years ago)
My kids loved Are You My Mother?
debp (2 years ago)
Goodnight Moon was always a favorite of my son.
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Tarah (2 years ago)
Goodnight Moon was always my favorite
Kari (2 years ago)
I loved Corduroy and read it frequently to our 2yo!
abi (2 years ago)
winnie the pooh was favorite.
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Kathy Scott (2 years ago)
Pat the Bunny
Susan C (2 years ago)
My children loved the Where’s Waldo picture books.
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TRACY HEYER (2 years ago)
Kids have always loved Good Night Moon!
Linda Kish (2 years ago)
My son liked Goodnight Moon when he was little
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Katrina (2 years ago)
where’s waldo and where is spot are our current favs
Vicki Wurgler (2 years ago)
Corduroy was a favorite with my kids and with my grandkids
Staci A (2 years ago)
We love reading Where the Wild Things Are and Bluberries for Sal. Both are great classics!
Staci A (2 years ago)
I’m already a subscriber. Thanks!
Kristie (2 years ago)
My kids enjoy “Guess How Much I Love You”
Rachel C (2 years ago)
Make Way for Ducklings is a neat old book that I always enjoy.
Erin Pyle (2 years ago)
Goodnight Moon was always a big favorite of mine growing up that I love to read to my son!
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angie (2 years ago)
we love the stories of david and read them to princess
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Laureen (2 years ago)
I liked the book “Runaway Bunny” and read it to my little ones now. Thanks for the chance!
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I subscribe to the Muse Reviews feed.
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I’m a friend of Muse Reviews on Facebook (Laureen M-H).
Molly Capel (2 years ago)
I”ve loved reading Good Night Moon to all my children.
Jamaise (2 years ago)
Runaway Bunny was a nightly read for awhile, Goodnight Moon, Cordoroy
We’ve never read Marshmellow – looks like a sweet book.
Jamaise (2 years ago)
I am a subscriber
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I am a fan of Muse Reviews on Facebook
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Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com (2 years ago)
Ooh, one of my favorites growing up was Winnie the Pooh. I don’t read it to Charlotte very often yet – she’s better with board books and bright picture books – but I am looking forward to it. A classic I read her is Charlotte’s Web. I think the only reason she’ll stay still for any of it (we can only do about a page at a time – she’s only 7 months!) is that I say her name so often and with such gusto =P
Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com (2 years ago)
Also, I sent you a FB friend request.
Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com (2 years ago)
Oh, and I’m a subscriber =)
cheryl f (2 years ago)
I loved the peter rabbit books