Fifo “50 States” Virtual Book Tour March & April 2011

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Join Hayley Rose, author of the children’s book, Fifo “50 States” (Inkwell Productions), as she virtually tours the blogosphere March 1 – April 29 2011 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!

About Hayley Rose

Hayley Rose Hayley Rose grew up in the beach side town of Pacific Palisades , California, to a family of visual artists.  In the early 1990’s she traveled the U.S. with her band Crush Violet.  In 1994, after a family reunion, she was inspired to write a children’s book.  Looking for a cute and catchy name for a main character, she kept hearing “first in, first out”.  Hence, the name Fifo was born.  Hayley’s mother would often ask her what she wanted to be when she grew up, so Hayley decided to start her series of “Fifo” books with that very question.  Her first book, Fifo “When I Grow Up” was published in 2002.  Her love of travel inspired her second book in the Fifo series, Fifo “50 States”, published in 2010.

Along with writing children’s books, Hayley has been working in entertainment business management for the past 15 years, specializing in concert touring.  She has worked with many “A list” musicians including Michael Jackson, Rod Stewart and Candlebox just to name a few.  Hayley hopes to one day soon release an album of children’s songs.  She is a currently member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and resides in Los Angeles, CA.

You can visit her website at www.fifothebear.com.

Connect with her on Twitter and Facebook!

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About Fifo “50 States”

Fifo 50 States

In this delightful rhyming story, Fifo, a warm and loveable brown bear, is bitten by the travel bug. Fifo dreams of digging up diamonds in Arkansas , looking for fossils in Kansas , enjoying a delicious bowl of gumbo in Louisiana , and even seeing a Broadway show in New York .  Yes, America is an exiting place!

Fifo’s second book is full of adventure.  A colorful reference-like book, Fifo discovers the wonders each state has to offer.  He learns along the way each state’s capital, shape, flag, motto, and much, much more. The possibilities are endless!  So, come along with Fifo and you’ll soon discover the beauty of America one state to another.  A positive experience for both Fifo and the reader.

“Explore, the possibilities are endless!”

Autographed copies can be ordered from www.fifothebear.com and come with tattoos and bookmarks!

Read the Excerpt!

CALIFORNIA

Out in the west

Lies the 31st state,

It is called California

And I hear it’s just great.

Sacramento is the capital

And there are many things to see,

Like the Golden Poppy flower

And the California Redwood tree..

The bird, the California Quail,

Lives in California too.

It’s a wonderful place to visit

I’d like to go there wouldn’t you?

State Motto: I Have Found It

Here’s what critics are saying about Fifo “50 States”!

“My 5 year old son was at his friend’s house and came home telling me about this book because his friend had it. He started to name off capitals and flowers for states and I was completely amazed. We looked it up on Amazon and bought one. My son was so excited and my wife and I have read it to him every night for two weeks straight now. He loves the pictures and FIFO. We just ordered the first FIFO book for him. I highly recommend it.”

— John, Reviewer

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Fifo “50 States” Virtual Book Tour Schedule

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books kk Tuesday, March 1
Interviewed at Literarily Speaking
Find out why Hayley never set out to be a children’s book author!

Wednesday, March 2
Inteviewed at Virginia Beach Publishing Examiner
Do you have to do research to write a children’s book? Hayley says she had to do tons…find out why!

Thursday, March 3
Book reviewed by Book Reviews by Molly
Molly at Book Reviews by Molly says “So, this short review will be to sing the praises of this fantastic author of this awesome children’s book. It’s a 5 star book, and I think any child from the ages of 4 to 10 will have fun reading and learning with this sweet little book. It would make a great addition to the family collection of books, or a great tool for any homeschool moms out there! Well done, Hayley!”

Friday, March 4
Interviewed at The Hot Author Report
Hayley talks about her job in entertainment business management specializing in concert touring!

Monday, March 7
Interviewed at Beyond the Books

Tuesday, March 8
Book review at My Book Retreat

Wednesday, March 9
Book reviewed at Mundie Kids

Thursday, March 10
Interviewed at Pump Up Your Book

Friday, March 11
Book Reviewed at Creating Childhood Memories

Monday, March 14
Book reviewed at A Cozy Reader’s Corner Reviews

Tuesday, March 15
Guest blogging and book giveaway at A Cozy Reader’s Corner Reviews

Wednesday, March 16
Book reviewed at Finding Our Way Home

Thursday, March 17
Interviewed at The Kid’s Book Connection

Friday, March 18
Book reviewed at 4 the Love of Books

Monday, March 21
Book reviewed at Cafe of Dreams Book Reviews

Tuesday, March 22
Book reviewed at Mommie’s Point of View

Wednesday, March 23
Book reviewed at Hott Books

Thursday, March 24
Book reviewed at A Mom After God’s Own Heart

Friday, March 25
Chat & Giveaway at PUMP UP YOUR BOOK MARCH 2011 AUTHORS ON TOUR FACEBOOK PARTY

Monday, April 4
Book reviewed at Chrissy’s World of Books

Tuesday, April 5
Book reviewed at BookDads

Wednesday, April 6
Book reviewed at Ohio Girl Talks

Thursday, April 7
Interviewed at As the Pages Turn

Monday, April 11
Book reviewed at Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers

Tuesday, April 12
Interviewed LIVE at Blog Talk Radio’s A Book and a Chat

Wednesday, April 13
Book reviewed at Write for a Reader

Thursday, April 14
Book reviewed at Bluerose’s Heart

Friday, April 15
Book reviewed at I am a Reader, Not a Writer

Monday, April 18
Guest blogging at As the Pages Turn

Wednesday, April 20
Guest blogging at Mayra’s Secret Bookcase

Thursday, April 21
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Friday, April 22
Book reviewed at Review From Here

Monday, April 25
Book reviewed at Inspired by Savannah

Tuesday, April 26
Guest blogging at As the Pages Turn

Wednesday, April 27
Book reviewed at Booksnatchers

Thursday, April 28
Guest blogging at Mayra’s Secret Bookcase

Guest blogging at As the Pages Turn

Friday, April 29

Interviewed at Blogcritics
Chat & Book Giveaway at PUMP UP YOUR BOOK APRIL 2011 AUTHOR ON TOUR FACEBOOK PARTY

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Hayley Rose’s FIFO “50 STATES” VIRTUAL BOOK TOUR ‘10 will officially begin on March 1 and end on April 29 ’11. Please contact Dorothy Thompson at thewriterslife@yahoo.com if you are interested in hosting and/or reviewing her book or click here to use the form. Thank you!

If you would like to book your own virtual book tour with us, click here to find out how!

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