2 NEW BOOKS IN 2010...

Sweet and Sunny, Scholastic Press, ISBN-978-0-545-07582-4. Sunny continues her quest to create a national Kid’s Day, while improving other holidays along the way and bringing joy to those around her.

Wish I Might:  from the life of Willa Havisham, Scholastic Press, ISBN: 978-0-545-09406-1 With her boyfriend and best friend off Cape for July, Willa turns to books for company, only to have fireworks erupt with mermaid sightings and a newly discovered British half-brother whose convinced their birth-father is still alive. (Willa #5)

Other Popular Books by the Author...

Sunny Holiday, Scholastic Press, ISBN-13:978-0-545-07579-4.  Spunky 4^th-grader Sunny sets out to create a national holiday for kids.

 ** New York Public Library 2009 “100 Best Books for Reading and Sharing”

 “…full of high hopes and sensible advice, this feel-good story slips down easily” Kirkus Reviews

 “The author leads Sunny’s story to a cheerful conclusion that will leave readers hoping for a sequel.” Booklist

The Wedding Planner’s Daughter, Simon&Schuster, ISBN 0-689-87340-0.  Setting anchor home on Cape Cod with her famous wedding-planner single mom, Willa hopes her life-long dream for a father will finally come true. (Willa #1)

"This smart and funny fairy tale stays hopeful and enchanting...romantic and real." Kirkus Reviews

"A sweet little morsel." Publisher's Weekly

"A fun and frothy confection that made me laugh out loud." Meg Cabot, The Princess Diaries

The Cupid Chronicles, Simon&Schuster, ISBN 1-4169-0867-8. Willa hosts dances at her family’s Cape Cod inn to help save the Bramble library and hopefully date a boy named JFK (Willa #2).

* ALA 2010 Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults

“...a sweet and satisfying read.” School Library Journal

“Willa’s spirit keeps it fun, but it’s her smarts that make her memorable.” Kirkus Reviews 

Willa by Heart , Simon&Schuster, ISBN 1-4169-4067-6. A mysterious new girl in Bramble threatens to steal Willa’s lead in Our Town and JFK’s heart as well.  (Willa # 3)

“Charming...funny...sure to please anyone looking for a good story.” Kirkus Reviews

“Each book is like taking a vacation with Willa to Cape Cod.”   5 out of 5 Stars, Teensreadtoo.com

Forget Me Not:  from the life of Willa Havisham, Scholastic Press, ISBN-13:978-0-545-09401-6.  The wedding planner’s daughter begins a Cape Cod summer filled with romance, fun, and a startling surprise.  (Willa #4)

 “I can’t wait to get my hands on the next Willa book!” Teensreadtoo.com

A Pearl Among Princes, Dial, ISBN-978-0-8037-3301-5.  On an island where princes learn to be charming, Gracepearl’s destiny calls.

“...for those who like star-crossed lovers, heroines with gumption, a touch of fantasy, and a satisfying conclusion.” School Library Journal

 “sure to make you giggle! 5 out of 5 stars!” Books and Literature for Teens

“Readers will be drawn into this romantic, happily-ever-after tale of a likable and lively heroine.” Library Media Connection

Catching the Sun, illus. by Peter Catalanotto, Charlesbridge, ISBN 978-1-57091-2.  Dylan and his Mom capture an unforgettable birthday memory one morning at sunrise on Cape Cod.

 “Warm and winning.” Kirkus Reviews

“100 Best Picture Books of 2008” Bank Street College

The Funeral Director’s Son, Simon & Schuster, ISBN 1-4169-3594-0.At Campbell and Sons Funeral Home, Kip helps the dead rest in peace. “Ms. Paratore makes me wish her stories never ended!” 5 Stars, Teensreadtoo.com

Kip Campbell’s Gift, Simon&Schuster, ISBN-978-1-41-69-3596-4. At the risk of becoming the school freak, Kip uses his secret talent to help save his family’s small-town funeral home business. (Sequel to The Funeral Director’s Son).

Mack McGinn’s Big Win, Simon & Schuster, ISBN 1-4169-1613-X.  In a family of sports legends, Mack strives for one “big win” to make his father proud.  “Mack’s believable narration and ample sense of humor make this sports story a cut above the rest.”  Kirkus

26 BIG Things small Hands Do, illus. by Mike Reed, Free Spirit, ISBN 1-57542-166-6.  *“Awesome ABC Book!” Scholastic Instructor Magazine * iParenting Media Award Winner* “Seal of Excellence” Creative Child Magazine      

How Prudence Proovit Proved the Truth about Fairy Tales, illus. by Tamara Petrosino, Simon & Schuster, ISBN 0-689-86274-1.

  “Wishing plus believing equals happily ever after.”

Coleen loves sharing the joy of writing with groups of all ages.  To schedule a visit for your school, library, conference, bookstore, bookclub or organization, visit her on-line at www.coleenparatore.com