Looking for a fun way to spend your morning with the kids? Join local author Cortney Cino at Ruby’s Books in Old Town Folsom for a special storytime and book signing event! Cortney will read two heartwarming new picture books, Finally Home and Sincerely, Antonia—perfect for children ages 3-8 (and the grown-ups who love reading with them!). For aspiring authors, she is also happy to discuss the picture book development process!
Descriptions of each book:
Finally Home:
FEEL THE ANTICIPATION AND JOY OF ONE INCREDIBLE DAY!
The butterflies in Sara’s belly are fluttering fast. Her family is reuniting today after more than six months apart. But the hours drag on, testing her patience. The crowds in the hangar finally learn that the planes will land soon. Which one is Daddy’s? Will I recognize him? Sara wonders as she watches the tiny gray dots finally come into view. Sara chronicles the day’s events, highlighting the unbreakable bonds of family. Military families, aviation lovers, and anyone interested in witnessing an incredible family reunion will enjoy this story.
Sincerely, Antonia: A Big Note from a Tiny Guest:
WAIT … ANTS CAN WRITE NOTES WITH CHOCOLATE?!
Antonia and the other ants visiting Jay’s house enjoy a delicious stay until Jay’s grown-ups start behaving mysteriously. With a little teamwork (and a lot of chocolate), Antonia and her army craft a letter to their presumed pal, Jay, to thank him for the sweet messes … and to alert him to his parents’ strange behavior. But could there be more to these peculiar events than Antonia realizes? Discover how different points of view can change everything in this delicious tale of adventure and friendship.