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Book Excellence Awards 2018 Winner – Interview With Diane Mae Robinson

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Meet Diane

Diane Mae Robinson is a multi-award-winning children’s fantasy author that has written over 6 books. She has emerged as an amazingly fresh voice in children’s literature, with reviewers labelling her work as enchanting, delightful and timeless. Through her writing, Diane’s mission is to inspire children to believe in the magic within themselves, realize their potential and accomplish great things. A multi-faceted talent, Diane is also an artist, editor and writing instructor.

Diane’s latest release, The Dragon Grammar Book, was named a Book Excellence Award Winner in 2018 in the Education & Academics category. The Dragon Grammar Book is an easy-to-follow grammar study guide that provides readers with a fun and engaging approach to learning grammar. With practical lessons, humorous examples and chapter quizzes, this book is the perfect education reference for kids, teens and young adults.

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Challenges as an Author
Tasked with the challenge of successfully launching her next book, Diane was looking for a way to set it apart from the rest.
“My biggest challenge in marketing was to gain exposure and stand out from the competition.”
Diane wanted to ensure her book was recognized among the right audiences so she could achieve her goal of making grammar easier to understand in a fun way.

To make her mark in the industry, Diane also knew it was important to increase her credibility as a writing instructor and editor.

To help differentiate herself, Diane turned to book awards. She selected the Book Excellence Awards program for its reputation in the literary world.
“The Book Excellence Awards Program is definitely the most reputable awards program out there.”
Becoming a Book Excellence Award Winner
When Diane received the news that she had won a Book Excellence Award, she was filled with enthusiasm.
“Yahoo! I was extremely excited.”
The Book Excellence Awards helped Diane gain the credibility and visibility she was looking for.
“As a winner in the 2018 Book Excellence Awards, I have gained exposure and recognition, which has resulted in more book sales and hype over social media…my book, as well as my author name, have gained a great reputation for excellence in writing.”
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Diane’s Success

Diane’s success as an author is a testament to her ability to find the magic in everyday life, and bring that magic to life in her words.

Many of her books have become best-sellers, with The Dragon Grammar Book catapulting to #1 on Amazon in the Teens/Language Arts category.

The book has also received many five-star, glowing reviews stating:

“With clear examples and fun activities, this book is a must-have for readers and aspiring writers.”

 

Diane has also been featured in numerous newspapers, magazines, TV, radio and blog interviews including the Authors Show, Blog Talk Radio, Women of Wisdom, Kids Lit Reviews, The Write Stuff and more.

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A magnetic presenter, Diane has done numerous author presentations for schools, libraries and conferences.

To get in touch with Diane, you can visit her website and social media profiles. To purchase The Dragon Grammar book, visit Amazon.

Diane’s Advice

For authors looking to gain credibility and visibility, Diane highly recommends the Book Excellence Awards program:

“I highly recommend entering the Book Excellence Awards as winning an award with them will highly increase exposure for your book and writing career.”

https://www.bookexcellenceawards.com/home 

Book 3, Multi-Award Winning Series, The Pen Pieyu Adventures

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Sir Princess Petra’s Mission – The Pen Pieyu Adventures

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Endorsement: “Diane M. Robinson has created a heroine unlike any other in children’s literature. Sir Princess Petra sets a fine example for young readers, and for young girls, as the Princess teaches them what’s really important, like friends, being true, brave, honest, and always having faith in your Dragon! Ms. Robinson sets the bar by writing a truly charming and imaginative adventure series and I heartily recommend it.”
Jeanne E. Rogers, Author of the award winning middle grade fantasy, The Sword of Demelza.

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Synopsis: Sir Princess Petra has already attained her Knighthood  in the Kingdom of Pen Pieyu and her non-princess-like Talent Certificate from Talent School, neither of which pleases her father, the king. The king writes up more silly rules in the royal rule book to deter Sir Princess Petra from her knightly ways and useless talent , and turn her into a real princess once and for all. Will the king finally succeed with this newly written, ridiculous mission for Petra?

AWARDS For Sir Princess Petra – The Pen Pieyu Adventures (book 1)

2012 Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artist Award (Literary Arts)

2012 Purple Dragonfly Book Award

2013 Readers’ Favorite International Book Award

2013 Sharp Write Book Award

AWARDS for Sir Princess Petra’s Talent – The Pen Pieyu Adventures (book 2)

2014 Readers’ Favorite International Book Award

2015 Literary Classics Seal of Approval

2015 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards

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Amazon author page: http://www.amazon.com/Diane-Mae-Robinson/e/B007DKO8SK

Author website and information about her dragon books for children: http://www.dragonsbook.com

 

 

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Robinson’s multi-award winning books, ‘Sir Princess Petra’, and the second book in the series, ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’, teach children valuable life lessons through engaging fiction

[November 18, 2014, St. Paul, Alberta, Canada] Multi-award winning Canadian author Diane Mae Robinson’s latest children’s books, ‘Sir Princess Petra’ and ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’ teach valuable life lessons though works of fiction that engage children age 7 to 11 in powerful ways. Robinson has taken numerous awards for her highly praised works in The Pen Pieyu Adventures series.‘Sir Princess Petra’, the first book in the series, took the First Place Award for children’s books in the 2013 Sharp Writ Book Awards. ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’, the second book in the series, took the Bronze Medal in the 2014 Reader’s Favorite International Book Awards in the grades 4 to 6 category.Robinson ‘s highly praised, multi-award winning children’s book, ‘Sir Princess Petra’, the firstinthePenPieyu series,iswritteninthe tradition of C. S. Lewis and is reminiscent of ‘Shrek’. Reviewers have labeled the award winning book a ‘fantasy adventure that is sure to become a timeless classic.’’Sir Princess Petra’ took an Honorable Mention award in the 2013 Readers’ Favorite International Awards for Children Grade K – 3rd. Robinson was also honored with two major awards for the book.Shewas awarded the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artists Award for Children’s Book Author and took 2nd place in the Purple Dragonfly Book awards for Children’s Chapter Book.’Sir Princess Petra’ has garnered multiple 5 * reviews and  praise from reviewers:“A maverick fantasy, packed with plottwists and turns, brilliant flashes of humor, and originality.” James A. Cox,  Editor-in-chief, Midwest Book Review“Sometimes a kids book comes along that turns convention on its ear. This is one such book.” John L. Hoh Jr., Book Ideas. com“Distinctly quirky and uniquely interesting–I really feel this book is a gem.” Renee Cormier, Mother Daughter Book Reviews

“A delightfully imaginative read, a tale that invites readers on a fearless journey towards friendship and self-discovery.” The University of Manitoba Book Review

“A fantasy tale with substance–this is a bright and breezy book, buoyed up by its humor.” Stephanie Dagg, Readers’ Favorite

Sir Princess Petra’s Talent:

“Imaginative, creative, every child deserves to read this book.”  Olivia Dsouza, Readers’ Favorite

“Sir Princess Petra’s Talent is written with brilliant imagination intertwined with wonderful humor!”  Sharee, Sharee’s Sentiments

“Sir Princess Petra’s Talent is quite simply, wonderful.” Jack Magnus, Readers’ Favorite

“This is a wonderful, fast-paced story full of humor and profound messages.” Alinka Rutkowska, Award Winning Children’s Author

“Diane Mae Robinson has done it again—captivating, light-hearted, a whimsical fantasy.” Mark Simon Smith, Children’s Book Author

For more reviews: http://www.dragonsbook.com/ReviewIndex.html

Robinson uses the dragon books concept as the background to teaching young people traditional values. Ms. Robinson’s highly praised work demonstrates that dragon books can be something much more than fantasy tales.

Diane Mae Robinson is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at robinsond@mscnet.ca. More information, including reviews, information for teachers and librarians, a downloadable lesson plan and a special children’s section is available at her website. Both books are currently available from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

About Diane Mae Robinson:

Diane Mae Robinson has a journalism diploma from the Schools of Montreal, and an advanced diploma from the Institute of Children’s Literature in Connecticut. She is a writing instructor/tutor for the Children’s Writing Course at the Creative Writing Institute. She is also an artist and teaches acrylic and watercolor art to children. Diane lives with her husband, Allen, in a small hilltop castle near St. Paul, Alberta.  They have four dogs and five horses, along with a forest inhabited by gnomes, fairies, a princess, and a dragon. This magical forest is where Diane creates her characters and gets the inspiration for her stories.

Contact and more information about Diane’s dragon books for children:

Diane Mae Robinson
http://www.dragonsbook.com
robinsond@mcsnet.ca

 

Teachers/Librarians page link:  http://www.dragonsbook.com/teachers-librarians.html
Lesson plan link: http://www.dragonsbook.com/Sir_Princess_Petra’s_Lesson_Plan.pdf

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Two New Book Awards For Children’s Book Author, Diane Mae Robinson

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Award winning author Diane Mae Robinson has announced two new awards for the two children’s books in the Pen Pieyu Adventures series, ‘Sir Princess Petra’ and  ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’

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Robinson’s multi-award winning books, ‘Sir Princess Petra’, and the second book in the series, ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’, teach children valuable life lessons through engaging fiction

[September 16, 2014, St. Paul, Alberta, Canada] Award winning Canadian author Diane Mae Robinson’s latest children’s books, ‘Sir Princess Petra’ and ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’ have taken two more awards for her highly praised works in The Pen Pieyu Adventures series.‘Sir Princess Petra’, the first book in the series, took the First Place Award for children’s books in the 2013 Sharp Writ Book Awards. ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’, the second book in the series, took the Bronze Medal in the 2014 Reader’s Favorite International Book Awards in the grades 4 to 6 category.”I am pleased and honored,” Robinson stated, “that my fantasy/adventure seriesis being recognized at the international level.  It is a very rewarding experience for an author.”Robinson ‘s highly praised, multi-award winning children’s book, ‘Sir Princess Petra’, the first in the PenPieyu series,is writtenin the tradition of C. S. Lewis and is reminiscent of ‘Shrek’. Reviewers have labeled the award winning book a ‘fantasy adventure that is sure to become a timeless classic.’’Sir Princess Petra’ took an Honorable Mention award in the 2013 Readers’ Favorite International Awards for Children Grade K – 3rd. Robinson was also honored with two major awards for the book. Shewas awarded the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artists Award for Children’s Book Author and took 2nd place in the Purple Dragonfly Book awards for Children’s Chapter Book.’Sir Princess Petra’s Talent’ has garnered multiple 5 star reviews and even more praise from Midwest Book Review and Readers Favorite.Robinson is currently at work on the third book in the series, ‘Sir Princess Petra’s Mission’. She is also writing an easy-to-understand grammar book for elementary children, ‘Grammar for Kids and Dragons’. The book deals with elementary grades grammar lessons in a humorous medieval tone.

Robinson uses the dragon books concept as the background to teaching young people traditional values. Ms. Robinson’s highly praised work demonstrates that dragon books can be something much more than fantasy tales.

Diane Mae Robinson is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at robinsond@mscnet.ca. More information, including reviews, information for teachers and librarians, a downloadable lesson plan and a special children’s section is available at her website. Both dragon books for children are currently available from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

About Diane Mae Robinson:

Diane Mae Robinson has a journalism diploma from the Schools of Montreal, and an advanced diploma from the Institute of Children’s Literature in Connecticut. She is a writing instructor/tutor for the Children’s Writing Course at the Creative Writing Institute. She is also an artist and teaches acrylic and watercolor art to children. Diane lives with her husband, Allen, in a small hilltop castle near St. Paul, Alberta.  They have four dogs and five horses, along with a forest inhabited by gnomes, fairies, a princess, and a dragon. This magical forest is where Diane creates her characters and gets the inspiration for her stories.

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http://www.dragonsbook.com
robinsond@mcsnet.ca

Teachers/Librarians page link:  http://www.dragonsbook.com/teachers-librarians.html
Lesson plan link: http://www.dragonsbook.com/Sir_Princess_Petra’s_Lesson_Plan.pdf

For reviews about this adventure books for kids series and to learn more about Diane’s dragon books for children: http://www.dragonsbook.com/ReviewIndex.html

 
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What do Diane Mae Robinson and Jim Carrey have in common?

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They are both finalists in the 2014 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards Contest– Children’s K – 3rd Grade Category. Winners announced Sept 1st, 2014. https://readersfavorite.com/2014-finalists.htm

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Sir Princess Petra’s Talent – The Pen Pieyu Adventures, by Diane Mae Robinson

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My Brother is my Best Friend
Don M. Winn
Space Cop Zack
Debra Sue Latiolais
Polly and Her Pigtails
Yvonne Arroyo
How The Octopus Got Eight Arms
Miriam Laundry
I CAN Believe in Myself
Dan Cohen
The Adventures of Flapjack
Jimmy Vee
Little Jimmy Says, “Same Is Lame”
Carol McCloud, Caryn Butzke
Bucket Filling from A to Z
Jen Barton
If Chocolate Were Purple
Jim Carrey
How Roland Rolls
Sherrill S. Cannon
My Fingerpaint Masterpiece
Diane Mae Robinson
Sir Princess Petra’s Talent
Alinka Rutkowska
Maya & Filippo Look for Whales
Sheri Fink
The Little Firefly
Mrs. D
The Trees Have Hearts
Jan DiRuzzo
The Lost Mermaid

Sir Princess Petra’s Talent is also a finalist in the Children’s Fantasy category and Children’s 4th – 6th Grade category in the 2014 Readers’ Favorite Intl’ Awards.

In the 2013 Readers’ Favorite Intl’ Awards, Sir Princess Petra (book one) won an Honorable Mention in the K – 3rd Grade category. Henry Winkler’s book, Niagra Falls, or Does It?, was a finalist in the same category.

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Niagra Falls, or Does It? by Hentry Winkler and Lin Oliver.

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Sir Princess Petra – The Pen Pieyu Adventures

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Reviews for Diane’s dragon books for children: http://www.dragonsbook.com/ReviewIndex.html

 

 

 

 

 

Interview With Children’s Author, Diane Mae Robinson.

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Award-winning children's book author, Diane Mae Robinson

Award-winning children’s book author, Diane Mae Robinson

 

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! By order of the King, I declare DIANE MAE ROBINSON a most splendid author and she shall be dubbed LADY DI from this day forward.

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For more information on Diane’s fantasy kids books and dragon books for children series: http://www.dragonsbook.com

 

 

Award-winning author featured on CTV T.V.

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Award winning author Diane Mae Robinson recently appeared on a segment of ‘Around The Region’, a television program that airs on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm on CITL-TV Bell 237 and Shaw 319. The show focuses on happenings in the Midwest and Lakeland regions in Alberta, Canada. Robinson was interviewed about her award winning childrens book ‘Sir Princess Petra’

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St. Paul author Diane Mae Robinson was featured recently an “Around The Region” segment On CITL-TV. In the interview she discussed her latest children’s book, ‘Sir Princess Petra’.  The segment was aired on CITL-TV Bell 237 and Shaw 319. The show features events and happenings that impact the Midwest and Lakeland regions in Alberta, Canada

[February 5, 2013, St. Paul, Alberta, Canada] Award winning Canadian author Diane Robinson recently appeared on ‘Around The Region’, an Alberta Canada television program that airs on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm on CITL-TV Bell 237 and Shaw 319. The show, hosted by Kahla Buchanan, features events and happenings around the Midwest and Lakeland regions in Alberta Canada. On the show Robinson discussed her award-winning book for children, ‘Sir Princess Petra’.Robinson has taken two major awards for her children’s book, ‘Sir Princess Petra’. She was honored with the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artists Award for Children’s Book Author. She also took 2nd place in the Purple Dragonfly Book awards for Children’s Chapter Book. In 2012 she was chosen as a finalist for ’50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading’.’Sir Princess Petra’, the first book in the Pen Pieyu adventures, is an engaging children’s book that features surprising plot twists and turns, brilliant flashes of humor, zany characters and is rooted in timeless values that shine through the charismatic main character.“It’s exciting promoting my first children’s chapter book in The Pen Pieyu Adventure series. The book has a great message for kids—To believe in yourself and follow your dreams.”’Sir Princess Petra’ is written in the tradition of C. S. Lewis and is reminiscent of ‘Shrek’. Reviewers have labeled the award winning book a ‘fantasy adventure that is sure to become a timeless classic.’Robinson uses the dragon books concept as the background to teaching young people traditional values. Dragon books are one of the most popular segments of fantasy fiction and children’s books in today’s marketplace. In this fantasy fiction work, Ms. Robinson’s highly praised work demonstrates that dragon books can be something much more than dragon books.“I have always loved books with dragons in them, and I believe that dragon books are a great way to engage children in reading.”Ms. Robinson is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at robinsond@mscnet.ca. More information, including reviews, information for teachers and librarians and a special children’s section is available at her website. ‘Sir Princess Petra’ is available from Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Tate Publishing. The “Around The Region” segments can be viewed in the ‘news’ section on her website at http://www.dragonsbook.com.

About Diane Mae Robinson:

Diane Mae Robinson has a journalism diploma from the Schools of Montreal, and an advanced diploma from the Institute of Children’s Literature in Connecticut.  She is also an artist, and teaches acrylic and watercolor art to children. She lives with her husband, Allen, in a small hilltop castle near St. Paul, Alberta.  They have four dogs and three horses, along with a forest inhabited by gnomes, fairies, a princess, and a dragon. This magical forest is where Diane creates her characters and gets the inspiration for her stories.

Contact and to read more about Diane’s multi-award-winning dragon books for children series

Diane Mae Robinson

Author Diane Mae Robinson

http://www.dragonsbook.com
robinsond@mcsnet.ca