Monday, August 24, 2015

Samuel & Sophia: A Tale of Two Teddies - Teaser Tuesday and First Chapter / First Paragraph

I have a four-year-old granddaughter who loves books, and one of her favorites is Samuel & Sophia - A Tale of Two Teddies by Judy Dearborn Nill. It's the story of twin teddy bears, their loyalty to each other, and their search for the perfect home.

 The book is recommended for ages 4 to 8.

 First Paragraph:
   A little boy with curly hair poked Samuel in the middle.
   Samuel giggled, but Sophia frowned.
   "I want these bears," the boy told his mother. "What are they called?"
   "The tags say Samuel and Sophia, dear."
   "I don't like the name Samuel," said the boy. "I don't like Sophia either...."

 Teaser (from Page 4): 
"We don't need money," said the little girl. "We have credit cards!"

Genre: Children's Fiction
Length: 24 Pages
Publisher's Link: Samuel & Sophia at Guardian Angel Publishing
Amazon Link: Samuel & Sophia at Amazon
More Books by this Author: Judy's Amazon Author Page

 This author has also written excellent books for young adults, early readers, and middle grade students.

Teaser Tuesday is hosted by Miz B of A Daily Rhythm. Post two sentences from somewhere in a book you're reading. No spoilers, please!




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31 comments:

  1. Literary FelineAugust 24, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    I bet my daughter would love this one. It sounds adorable!

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  2. Cleopatra Loves BooksAugust 24, 2015 at 10:27 PM

    Love the quote about the credit cards - ah if only life were that simple! - yes this sounds like an excellent book, I can see why your grandchild enjoys it.

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  3. grammajudybAugust 25, 2015 at 6:22 AM

    I am really looking forward to reading to my great grandson when he is a bit older. We do board books now, and he sits pretty still and seems to listen. He will be 2 in early September.

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  4. Catherine @ Book Club LibrarianAugust 25, 2015 at 6:27 AM

    Nice choice! Love the cover and theme.

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  5. Juli RahelAugust 25, 2015 at 6:56 AM

    I was given a teddybear as a baby and have been utterly in love with it since the first moment I saw it, so I'd probably love this story! The cover is really adorable as well. It's great that your granddaughter enjoys reading so because it's a great thing to share with someone! Thanks for sharing :) I hope you have a great week!
    My Tuesday post
    Juli @ Universe in Words

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  6. AnonymousAugust 25, 2015 at 7:25 AM

    I have a granddaughter among a few boy grandchildren. She's the only girl, the princess. Luv the names Sophia and Samuel.:)

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  7. Laurel-Rain SnowAugust 25, 2015 at 8:09 AM

    This book sounds adorable! I love teddy bears...in fact, I have a collection of them, all dressed in cute clothes...LOL.

    Thanks for sharing...and for visiting my blog.

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  8. Irma FritzAugust 25, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    I've read a couple of Judy Nill's YA books. She is a talented and inspired writer. Samuel & Sophia sounds like another winner!

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  9. judyAugust 25, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    How nice of you to feature my book, Sandy! Thanks so much.

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  10. MargotAugust 25, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    I love this opener and the teaser too. I sense a lot of humor under the surface which would be fun for both child and the grandmother. I'm in.

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  11. Sheila (Bookjourney)August 25, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    This sounds so cute!

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  12. Monica's Bookish LifeAugust 25, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    What a cute book! I like the opening, too!

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  13. KayAugust 25, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    I love this book! Have no grandkids, but I might need to read it myself. And the quote about the credit cards - is that not true???? LOL

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  14. AnonymousAugust 25, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    Love your teaser and the cover.

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  15. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaAugust 25, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    Sounds like a cute kids book.

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  16. YvonneAugust 25, 2015 at 4:53 PM

    LOL about the credit card line. This sounds really cute.

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  17. UnknownAugust 25, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    I find it funny that the teaser doesn't surprise me. LOL What an adorable story:)

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  18. Nadene @Ttly Addicted 2 ReadingAugust 25, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    Great teaser. Here is mine
    http://totallyaddictedtoreading.blogspot.com/2015/08/teaser-tuesday-24.html?zx=4b480e8669c9b8c0

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  19. Laura August 25, 2015 at 11:26 PM

    It sounds cute. Glad that your granddaughter loves books!

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  20. Steph BianchiniAugust 26, 2015 at 1:12 AM

    Interesting indeed. Not my genre, but will go checking it. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. HarveeAugust 26, 2015 at 1:15 AM

    Cute, cute!

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  22. AnonymousAugust 26, 2015 at 1:24 AM

    So adorable! I have some great nephews who would love this:)

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  23. Linda @ (un)Conventional BookwormsAugust 26, 2015 at 5:18 AM

    Both of those quotes are adorable! My youngest daughter (she's 10) used to tell me she looked forward to being an adult, because then she wouldn't have to work to earn money anymore, she could just have a card like me and go to the ATM to get some :D

    Lexxie @ (un)Conventional Bookviews

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  24. NishAugust 26, 2015 at 5:26 AM

    Sounds delightful :) thanks for sharing.

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  25. UnknownAugust 26, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    This is so cute, Sandra!! I do not have small children, but I know lots of folks who do; I will definitely share this recommendation.

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  26. Paulita August 26, 2015 at 10:48 AM

    Sounds adorable. Thanks for sharing. Here's Mine

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  27. UnknownAugust 26, 2015 at 2:22 PM

    This intro is adorable!

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  28. AnonymousAugust 26, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    It sounds like a book I would read to my future children! :)

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  29. AnonymousAugust 26, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    Oh this sounds so cute!

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  30. The Candid CoverAugust 27, 2015 at 5:13 AM

    Awwww! This book sound so cute and I adore the teaser that you chose. Thanks for visiting my blog. :)

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  31. Kelly MarshallAugust 28, 2015 at 5:11 PM

    Looks wonderful for the younger set and the young at heart.

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