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On the News Live!

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This morning, I had the opportunity to talk about my book Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles live on a local news station. My daughters and I woke up early (for us) and arrived at the news station around 6:30 this morning.

I was happy my family was given the opportunity to see “behind the scenes” of the news station and watch my segment being taped live.  I was really nervous earlier this week wondering what I would say and how badly I would embarrass myself on live TV; however, I think it went well (other than the fact I managed to lock myself out of the building before my interview).

Once on air, I actually felt more at peace than I did earlier this week (even though I was still a little nervous). You can check out the news segment yourself here.

Following my interview and a commercial break, we were able to stick around to watch the next segment about Chef Elizabeth making quick pickles, which is something anyone can do at home. She also talked more about the upcoming Pickle Event that will be taking place this Tuesday, November 14th on National Pickle Day at the Marion Hy-Vee, which I am excited about. Children will be given the opportunity to make quick pickles, taste test pickles, get a quick tour of a part of the store, and listen to me read Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles. The best part about it is that the Marion Hy-Vee has agreed to donate $1.99 of each book sold that day in their store to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cedar Rapids! To check out the news segment on making quick pickles, click here.

If you are interested in winning a free copy of the book Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles, check out my last post here.

Have a wonderful day!

 

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Chance to Win Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles

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If you have a Goodreads account, you can enter for a chance to win a free soft cover copy of Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles until November 14th, 2017 by clicking here. If you do not have an account already, you can sign up for free to enter the Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles giveaway as well as giveaways for numerous other books. Good luck!

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A young boy who really likes pickles wants to grow pickles in his garden, but he is surprised by what he discovers- there are no dill pickle trees or bread and butter pickle plants. He learns a lot as he and his mom transform seeds from the store into yummy pickles to enjoy on everything from hot dogs to ice cream. Well, maybe not ice cream!

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Live Interview Appearance Coming Up

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I will be doing a live interview talking about my book Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles on a news station this Friday morning. This is out of my comfort zone – I would rather be behind the camera than in front of it. I am feeling really nervous about the interview; however, I am thankful I have been given this opportunity. Sometimes, it is good to get out of your comfort zone and try new things. Hopefully, I won’t embarrass myself. I plan to tell you all about my experience of being on live TV afterwards. Have you ever done something out of your comfort zone that you are glad you did?

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Jobs of a Preschooler Preschool Storytime

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Today, I had the opportunity to lead a preschool storytime at a Barnes & Noble. I had a lot of fun reading Jobs of a Preschooler and doing various projects that go along with the book. We did all of the same activities as when I had done the preschool storytime at a library for Jobs of a Preschooler, which you can read about here if interested. The kids were able to go home with their decorated “microphones”, bracelets, coloring pages (if you would like to print your own copies, click here), and bookmarks. Most of the kids also went home with a signed copy of Jobs of a Preschooler or Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles. Part of the proceeds from the books purchased today will be donated to Iowa BIG. For more information about Iowa Big, you can visit their website here. I am looking forward to more book events throughout the month of November. Have a wonderful day!

 

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Upcoming Events in November

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November is going to be a fun month of book presentations that I am really looking forward to.  I love that I have been given the opportunity to share my books with kids while being able to donate money to various organizations. If you would like any more details to my upcoming events, please e-mail me at brigittebrulzis@gmail.com. Here is a quick description of the events I will be doing this month:

  • Saturday, November 4th: I will be reading Jobs of a Preschooler and doing some activities to go along with the book at a Barnes and Noble preschool story time. The event is free; however, copies of my books will be available for purchase. A percentage of the books sold at this event will be donated to Iowa BIG, which will be able to use the money to purchase books for children in foster care and other at-risk kids in the community.
  • Tuesday, November 14th:  I will be celebrating National Pickle Day with a Hy-Vee. Children who attend will be able to make some quick pickles, taste test some pickles, and listen to me read Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles. This is another free event; however, signed copies of my books will be available for purchase. $1.99 of each book sold at this event will be donated to a Big Brothers Big Sisters program.
  • Tuesday, November 21st: I will be reading Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles and doing activities to go along with the book with toddlers at a library. $2 of each book sold at this event will be donated to the library.
  • Tuesday, November 21st and Wednesday, November 22nd: I will be reading Pickles, Pickles, I Like Pickles and doing activities to go along with the book with preschoolers at a library. $2 of each book sold on these dates will be donated to the library.

I plan to give an update on how each of these events went in future posts. Have a wonderful day!