About The AuthorYears ago, as first-time author Kimberley Paterson’s children grew up and became more active outside the family home, from which she worked, she took over the care of their pets. She formed a particular bond with Frankie the Ferret, who never stopped amusing her with his antics. With this book, she hopes to give young children the chance to get to know and love her special, furry little friend. Kimberley lives in Claremont, Ontario with her husband, Doug, a chocolate Lab named Molly and their orange and white tabby Tucker! She enjoys spending time with them all, as well as her mother and her two grown children, their spouses, and four grandchildren.
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About the Book
Do you have a pet? Maybe a dog, or a cat, or a gold fish? Lots of people do, but not many people have a pet like Frankie the Ferret. A lovable, mischievous, and comical little fellow, Frankie fills his family home with love and laughter, and his family wants to share that with you! Do you want to meet him? Then let’s go!
Mysty the Mystical Unicorn has finally been released, all details below! |
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Check out my author's interview with the Readers Magnet Club, big thank you to the Authors Lounge. Just click on the link: https://www.readersmagnet.club/frankie-the-ferret-by-kimberley-paterson/
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Purchase Links for Mysty!
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Awards - Frankie has been recognized with the following awards!
1. Canada Book Awards
2. Literary Titan Gold Book Award
3. 2020 Best Book Award for Children's Picture Books, Softcover Fiction - American Book Fest
4. Honorary Mention 2020 - Royal Dragonfly Children's Picture e-book 5 & younger - Story Monsters
5. Honorary Finalist 2021 - Thank you Book Excellence Awards for Children's Picture Books
6. 2021 IPPY Gold Medal winner for Best Children's Illustrated e-Book
7. 2021 Maincrest Media Book Award for Children's Picture Book
8. 2021 Purple Dragonfly Book Award - Second Place - Animal/Pet's Book
9. 2021 NYC Big Book Awards - Distinguished Favorites in the Picture Books - Preschool Category
10. 2022 Reader's Favorite Bronze Medal Award for Children's Picture Books
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My second book Mysty has been recognized with the following awards!
1) Mom's Choice Awards - 2022 Silver Award |
Frankie Reviews
Check out my Amazon Page for more reviews!
"Right from the first page you get caught up in Frankie's world! A fun filled story about a Frankie and his daily adventures. A great book to read with your children, grandchildren or any young child in your life."
- Sher R, Amazon Customer
"Awesome story and fantastic artwork."
- K Macaulay
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great book
Reviewed in Canada on April 14, 2020
Verified Purchase
I got this book because My boyfriend and I are huge ferret lovers! We have two ferrets and we love anything with ferrets! This book is super cute and great for little children! Ferrets are totally underrated and to have a specific book just for them made us so happy! This book is great quality and a super cute story about the authors beloved ferret Frankie! Overall I highly suggest this book to any ferret lover or for any parent looking for a different type of animal story!
- Hannah B
Book Review of Frankie the Ferret by Book Excellence January 2022
Frankie the Ferret by Kimberley Patterson is a captivating children’s picture book that follows playful family pet ferret, Frankie, as he goes about his day, sharing his mischievous and witty antics. Written in a simple, rhyming verse, the book is a great read aloud for children aged 2 – 6. The story introduces children to an uncommon family pet who can bring just as much love and joy as any other pet. The illustrations are intricate, detailed and will appeal to a wide readership. They illustrate each scene beautifully, bringing to life the characters and their feelings and emotions very well. A standout feature of the book is the author’s personal tie-in, as Kimberley herself had a ferret as a pet. In this way, the book is a nice homage to the real-life, Frankie, and adds a personal touch to the book as a whole. Overall, Frankie the Ferret will make a treasured addition to your bookshelf that you’ll find yourself returning to again and again. – Review by Book Excellence (www.bookexcellence.com)
- Sher R, Amazon Customer
"Awesome story and fantastic artwork."
- K Macaulay
5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great book
Reviewed in Canada on April 14, 2020
Verified Purchase
I got this book because My boyfriend and I are huge ferret lovers! We have two ferrets and we love anything with ferrets! This book is super cute and great for little children! Ferrets are totally underrated and to have a specific book just for them made us so happy! This book is great quality and a super cute story about the authors beloved ferret Frankie! Overall I highly suggest this book to any ferret lover or for any parent looking for a different type of animal story!
- Hannah B
Book Review of Frankie the Ferret by Book Excellence January 2022
Frankie the Ferret by Kimberley Patterson is a captivating children’s picture book that follows playful family pet ferret, Frankie, as he goes about his day, sharing his mischievous and witty antics. Written in a simple, rhyming verse, the book is a great read aloud for children aged 2 – 6. The story introduces children to an uncommon family pet who can bring just as much love and joy as any other pet. The illustrations are intricate, detailed and will appeal to a wide readership. They illustrate each scene beautifully, bringing to life the characters and their feelings and emotions very well. A standout feature of the book is the author’s personal tie-in, as Kimberley herself had a ferret as a pet. In this way, the book is a nice homage to the real-life, Frankie, and adds a personal touch to the book as a whole. Overall, Frankie the Ferret will make a treasured addition to your bookshelf that you’ll find yourself returning to again and again. – Review by Book Excellence (www.bookexcellence.com)
Proud member and author on www.goodreads.com, the world's largest site for book lovers to post and receive recommendations. You can check out my author page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20156774.Kimberley_Paterson
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Bookstore
Frankie the Ferret
Paperback & Hardcover
Paperback & Hardcover
Frankie the Ferret
eBook
eBook
Frankie the Ferret is also available at the following local store, thank you to Shelley for her support!!
Uxbridge: Blue Heron Books - Shelley
Frankie is also available at Whitchurch Stouffville, Uxbridge and the Zephyr Public Libraries!
Uxbridge: Blue Heron Books - Shelley
Frankie is also available at Whitchurch Stouffville, Uxbridge and the Zephyr Public Libraries!
Events
Frankie's First Book Signing/Launch
Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 1-3 p.m. at Blue Heron Books, Uxbridge, Ontario
Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 1-3 p.m. at Blue Heron Books, Uxbridge, Ontario
Local Book Reading & Visit |
A copy of Frankie the Ferret will be donated to the Uxbridge Public School Library for children to enjoy! On March 26th, the kindergarten class will be joining me in the library for a reading, I look forward to meeting each and every one of them....hope they enjoy Frankie! Thank you to Lindsay, the UPS Librarian for extending the invitation to me.....so excited!!
Please look for a new date for this visit due to the closure of the public school system, details to follow soon! |
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