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Gabby Duran and the Unsittables
About the Book:
Case File: The First Unsittable
Summary: The Association Linking Intergalatics and Earthlings (hereby known as A.L.I.E.N.) has a new member. After months of investigation, Gabby Duran, Associate 4118-25125A, has proven herself to be a babysitter extraordinaire. Her celebrity clients fly her around the country to care for their rambunctious little humans. Our spy, Associate 4118-23432B, otherwise known as Edwina, believes Gabby can be trusted with the truth: aliens are living among humans on Earth. And here at A.L.I.E.N we believe that even extraterrestrials need a babysitter now and then. No one was up to the task…until now.
After accepting the top-secret position, Edwina has paired our new associate up with her first charge, a little girl from the planet Flarknartia. The timing for associate 4118-25125A is less than ideal. It’s a school day on Planet Earth, Gabby’s audition for the solo part in the band is tonight, and this tiny alien is a bit more than meets the eye.
Can Gabby Duran, Associate 4118-25125A, First Sitter to the Unsittables, keep her otherworldly charge safe in the unpredictable halls of middle-school and keep A.L.I.E.N hidden?
Elise Allen
About the Authors:
Emmy-nominated writer and New York Times best-selling author Elise Allen made a name for herself with her acclaimed young adult novel Populazzi (Harcourt), and the Jim Henson’s Enchanted Sisters chapter books (Bloomsbury). In television, she has written for talent ranging from Bill Cosby to Kermit the Frog, and is currently writing for the new Disney Junior show The Lion Guard. Her dog may or may not secretly be from another planet.
Daryle Conners
Daryle Conners is an award-winning writer, filmmaker and video game designer. She writes joke and riddle books and has designed many game titles for the PC and iPhone/iPad including Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Scene It? Harry Potter, Hot Wheels Slot Car Racers, and Scene It? Twilight Saga. Her non-fiction books include Lunchtime LOLZ, Nintendo DS Hot Tips, ROFLs,Video Game Secrets and Monster High Jokes, all for Scholastic. Daryle lives in Seattle, where she still babysits from time to time.
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My Review
Gabby Duran and the Unsittables by Elise Allen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have decided that I am in the wrong business and Gabby Duran has the job that I want!
I loved this book–it made me giggle all the way through. I am a huge fan of middle-grade fiction. I love the fantastic story lines and the fun events that adult books just can’t quite pull off. This book is the epitome of everything a good mid-grade book should be.
Gabby Duran is a wonderful character that kids will have no trouble relating to. She is smart, sly and compassionate. One of my favourite things about this book was Gabby’s obvious affection for all the little kids (both terrestrial and extra-terrestrial,) that she sat for. She is a good role model for patience and acceptance of those who are a bit different.
This is filled with the fun kind of danger that will keep young readers on their toes and wanting to turn pages. I loved the shape-shifting alien and the silly humour. This book doesn’t have any gross-out humour, so parents can feel good about their kids reading it. The authors took enough liberties with reality to make it fun, but not so many that you can’t follow the story. I am really looking forward to seeing where else Gabby goes and what adventures await her.
If you are looking for a book for a special child in your life, this would be a perfect choice. Recommended.
This review is based on a complimentary copy from the publisher, Disney Publishing, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
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Prize Pack!
COOLEST BABYSITTER IN THE GALAXY prize pack
One (1) winner receives:
· a copy of Gabby Duran and the Unsittables
· and branded Tumbler and UFO light-up flyer.
All you have to do is share this post with your favorite social media outlet–and leave a comment to let me know you did. One winner will be chosen at random on Saturday the 16th of May. Open to US residents only.
Sounds like a really fun story. Definite be reblogging it tomorrow later today. 🙂
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Thank you sir!
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Always a pleasure. 🙂
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Reblogged this on Poetry by Pamela and commented:
I love the cover of this – I’m sure it is a great kids’ book! And you can enter now to win a copy too!
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Thank you m’lady
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Reblogged this on Mary Blowers, Author and commented:
Fun drawing for this Disney prize package with interesting information about the book Gabby Duran and its authors.
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Just reblogged on http://maryblowers.com. This will repost on Twitter (@MaryBlowers), Facebook, Google+, and LinkedIn as well. Follow me! Connect with me! Lots of author information and chances for publication shared in all my outlets.
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Thank you!
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I’ve posted this on my Facebook account and will spread it out to a few more.
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https://www.facebook.com/ed.ireland.96
thinking that might help 🙂
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Shared on my FB account
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Checkout this fun book and take part in the giveaway for a chance to win your own copy and some other fun stuff
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Sounds like a fun, enjoyable read. Reblogged and shared on twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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You are officially from the US because I said so. As for the book–what fun!
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As I should be. I think that your opinion should be the only immigration requirement necessary.
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I shared on my Pinterest page. This looks like such a great book! As an educator I am always looking for new books to share with my student. I think they would enjoy this!
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