Book Review and Giveaway -Squashed Written and Illustrated by Meaghan Tosi Hosted by Children's Book Review

 

About the Book

Squashed

Written and Illustrated by Meaghan Tosi

Based on a Story by Thomas Tosi

Ages 6-12 | 80 Pages

Publisher: Dooney Press | ISBN-13: 9781954782051

Publisher’s Book Summary: Aah! Dude! It moved!

Can the mysterious shuddering pumpkin the three kids found in the forest be alive? They’re going to find out when they lift it from its resting place and carry it home. But what happens if someone or something comes looking for it?

This evocative graphic novel is spooky yet ultimately gentle and charming. It presents a tale of unfounded fear of those who are different and the similarities we all share. Told in richly stylized full-color artwork from illustrator Meaghan Tosi whose previous work Kirkus Reviews praised as delightful.

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About the Author-Illustrator

MEAGHAN TOSI, was born and raised in New Hampshire, earned a BFA from Laguna College of Art and Design, and illustrated this book and the middle-grade novel “Six Thousand Doughnuts” alongside author Thomas Tosi. She is also the author/illustrator of “Dweedy: The Imagined Adventures of My Deceased Cat.” She now lives with her partner Daniel and many plants in Portland, Oregon for the art scene, extraordinary hikes, and many neighborhood cats.

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For more information, visit dooneypress.com.

Thanks for following along with us on the Squashed: A Graphic Novel awareness tour, sponsored by Meaghan Tosi, based on a story by Thomas Tosi.

My Thoughts

Squashed is written and Illustrated by Meaghan Tosi. I read this with my 9 and 11 year old sons. They are at the age where they really enjoy graphic novels. The book is beautifully illustrated. I also love the story behind it. The author took her dad's home movies and created this wonderful story. 

My Boys loved the story because as siblings they also have sibling rivalry. Someone is always trying to one up the other. So when a game of keep away with little sister's teddy bear goes wrong - the older brother sees a very interesting looking pumpkin. It's guarded by a trio of scarecrows. We then follow the siblings on a fun adventure that is perfect for the fall season. While this is geared toward readers 6-12 I feel that it can be enjoyed by everyone. 

Thank you to the author, publisher and Children's Book Review for allowing me to read a copy of this story -- all thoughts are my own. 

 

Squashed Virtual Book Tour Dates

Wednesday, September 7, 2022 The Children’s Book Review A book review of Squashed

Thursday, September 8, 2022 Life Is What It’s Called A book review of Squashed

Friday, September 9, 2022 Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers A book review of Squashed

Monday, September 12, 2022 The Review Wire An interview with Meaghan and Thomas Tosi

Tuesday, September 13, 2022 icefairy’s Treasure Chest A book review of Squashed

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Lisa’s Reading A book review of Squashed

Thursday, September 15, 2022 Shooting Stars Mag An interview with Meaghan and Thomas Tosi

Friday, September 16, 2022 Writer with Wanderlust A book review of Squashed

Monday, September 19, 2022 The Fairview Review A book review of Squashed

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 Glass of Wine, Glass of Milk A book review of Squashed

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 The Momma Spot A book review of Squashed

Thursday, September 22, 2022 Because I Said So A book review of Squashed

Friday, September 23, 2022 Me Two Books A Squashed book activity

Monday, September 26, 2022 J.R.s Book Reviews A book review of Squashed

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