Wonderful and well deserved news for Nicholas Rossis and his fabulous children’s book RUNAWAY SMILE.
I got some exciting news yesterday, which I wanted to share with all of you! USA Book News announced the winners and finalists of THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS (IBA) on May 21, 2015.
Over 300 winners and finalists were announced in over 80 categories and awards were presented for titles published in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
Runaway Smile, my children’s book, was an award-winning finalist in the 2015 International Book Awards, in the Children’s Fiction category!
I want to thank my parents, and my wife, Electra, and Dimitris Fousekis, and . Sorry, Electra told me that this is not that kind of post. She promised to listen to my speech as soon as I’m done, though, so I’d better wrap this up and fetch the shampoo bottle (which doubles as award-accepting-ceremony-microphone in our household).
Before I go, a big thank you to all of you who have taken the time…
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I purchased this book, Michelle, and it arrived in the mail yesterday. I’ll read it today to my 10yo son who is under the weather. I normally would wait and give a quick review but I’m preparing to travel and didn’t want this connection to get lost in the shuffle!
And while I’m here, you are a most generous blogger! If I was a writer I would be soooo grateful to you for all the tips and shares. Hope your week is off to a great start ❤
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Angie, I’m sure you and your son will enjoy the book. I hope your son feels better soon.
Thanks so much for your kind words.
Happy and safe travels. Hugs.
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Thank you so much for buying it! I hope it helps the wee one feel a little better… 🙂
And yes, Michelle is absolutely great!
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Thank you, Nicholas! He slept all day so I’ll need to read it to him when I return from my travels next week. I’m so glad to have met you and am eager to enjoy your book. Once I do, I’ll be sure to let you know about it at your blog. Have a great rest of the week!
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ps: Michelle – did you see a request from me for a book review for a friend? I couldn’t see your email address so I popped it on your “about me” page. The lady is actually in the States at the moment collecting her award! No offence taken if it is not for you. Five weeks until mine is on shelf in Oz and online worldwide! I still keep looking over my shoulder in case this is all happening to someone else 🙂 Gwen
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I will look for it. Life has been crazy. My son is leaving the military and his wife and baby have been here. We have spent our days house hunting. It’s been difficult to keep up with anything else. I’ll be in touch.
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No hurry Michelle. Hope they find a lovely house, and something close enough for lots of baby catchups.
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Oh well done! What a great achievement. I would never attempt a children’s book and I deeply admire anyone who can write for that genre, congratulations.
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Thank you so much! 🙂
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Congratulations! Well done! 🙂
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Thank you! 🙂
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Thank you so much for sharing, Michelle! I’d like to remind everyone that the book is still free to read online, on http://nicholasrossis.me/childrens-books/ 🙂
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Congratulations! Wonderful news.
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Thank you so much, Angie! 🙂
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Congrats to Nicholas, and thank you for sharing!
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Thank you so much! 🙂
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Thanks for sharing this, Michelle. It’s great news, isn’t it?
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Most definitely is!
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Thank you so much, Norah! 🙂
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You’re sweet to spread the word. I left a comment on his blog as well. This is lovely news!
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She sure is – as are you for your kind words! Thank you 🙂
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