WIN an amazing bedtime story library and Princess Tent!

You heard right! Enter to win an AMAZING bedtime library with 10 beautiful hardcover favorites, and an easy set-up princess tent with glow-in-the-dark stars!

For more information, go HERE, 

And to find out more about Angela's NEW bedtime story and how to order your SIGNED copy with three FREE gifts, go HERE. 

Princess Book Cover Reveal

I am sooooo excited to present my NEW picture book, Princesses don't have Sticky Hair, illustrated by the AMAZING Cher Jiang! 

If you have little fairy and princess lovers in your home (or let's face it, if you love them yourself,) you NEED this book in your library. 
Princesses don't have sticky hair . . . unless they decide to explore a cave and accidentally walk through a spider web! Children will love this whimsical story with surprises on every page, featuring all their magical favorites, fairies, unicorns, dragons, and mermaids.

To pre-order from Amazon Kindle, go HERE.

To order a PAPERBACK copy with three special surprise gifts, go HERE.

Contest! Win Christian fiction library and Amazon gift card!

Need more to read? Enter to win an awesome Christian historical fiction library from Angela Castillo, PLUS a 20.00 Amazon gift card to buy whatever you want!

Enter to win HERE.

And check out the second book in the Westward Wanderers Oregon trail series, The Dawn Wakers, available for pre-order on Amazon HERE.

Announcing Isadorn the Unicorn, now Available on Audible . . . Plus Contest!

When I put my picture book, Isadorn the Unicorn and the Sloppy Dragon, up for auditions on Audible, I never dreamed I would have the honor of working with such a talented narrator. Dean William Rudoy has just done such a magnificent job to bring Isadorn and Dunfer to life. You can hear a sample for free HERE. 

Would you like a FREE copy? To win one of 20 FREE audible codes, please like and share this Facebook post:  https://www.facebook.com/Angela-Castillos-Books-for-Kids-2427966633886678

and let me know if you want a US or UK code. 

You can hear a sample of this wonderful story at https://www.audible.com/pd/Isadorn-the-Unicorn-and-the-Sloppy-Dragon-Audiobook/B0882FLYLH.

Good luck! 

Bored Kids? Let's Find Free Stuff to Do!

Stuck at home?

Have you been scrambling to keep your little ones entertained? As a work-from-home mom, I've been trying to find whatever I can to keep my kiddos happy.

Here are some great offers from companies for a limited time.

1. Audible Stories
For me, the more books I can get into my kid's hands the better. Audiobooks are a great way to introduce great literature to your children, and guess what? Amazon's Audible is offering some great ones for free! You can listen to these straight from the website on your phone, tablet, or computer, no subscription needed. They have everything from picture books like a Beatrix Potter Treasury and Winnie the Pooh up to classics like Alice in Wonderland, and new favorites like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Hank the Cowdog. My kids have been loving this! Go here to find your stories! https://stories.audible.com/discovery

2. Adventures in Odyssey

If you grew up with Odyssey, you know how great these Christian programs are. 30+ years and still going strong, you can get a free month all-access pass to every Odyssey episode! Just go here for more info. https://www.focusonthefamily.com/streaming/

3. Noggin
Lots of education and fun shows for kids. Noggin is offering a limited time 60 day free trial instead of the normal 7 day one. Find out more here. https://www.noggin.com/sign-up/?step=sign-up

4. Free Printables from my author site
I have printables as companions for several of my books. here: https://tobythetrilby.weebly.com/teacher-materials-page.html Please feel free to print out as many as you want!

Have you found any great freebies for kids sheltering at home? Please share in the comments below!

Huge Batch of FREE Picture Books for Kindle!

I love picture books. I read them to my kids and read them for myself. Even when I didn't have kids, I admit I had several on my bookshelf. Certain children's books can instantly transport me to my childhood, and I can hear the patient voice of my mom, dad, grandparent or babysitter reading it out loud to me.
Today you have the opportunity to download 13 beautiful books for you or a child you love (Free in digital version only). These books were lovingly written by 9 talented authors from all over the globe. Please see below for Amazon links. But hurry! These books are only FREE for two days, December 9th and 10th! (P.S. Two are mine!)

All of these books are also available in paperback, hardcover, or both on Amazon. And most have FREE shipping with Amazon, with a guarantee to arrive by Christmas (check each book for details).

https://amzn.to/33Mho08

When You Feel Better: A Get Well Soon Gift 

By Misty Black

Your favorite patient will love cuddling up to this sweet get well soon story showing the power of empathy and kindness. 

https://amzn.to/2RorHVK

Unicorns, Magic, and Slime, Oh My! 

By Misty Black

Mystery, magic, and mishaps make for an exciting story your kids won’t want to put down.

https://amzn.to/2PmaBVQ

Your Thoughts Matter

By Esther Pia Cordova

Your child’s mindset matters, more than they realize. Help them understand the power of a growth mindset.

https://amzn.to/2rnVoeP

Little Bears Can Do Big Things

By Esther Pia Cordova

Is it okay for boys to feel afraid? Is it okay for them to need help? Jimmy shifts his thinking, faces the challenges and is able to make good choices with the help of his friends. He’s even brave enough to talk about his feelings with his Dad. 

Unicorn Jazz

By Lisa Caprelli

A best-seller, Unicorn Jazz is the most unique unicorn in the world. You can also grab the Unicorn Jazz Plush toy with this book for the perfect gift. Celebrating individuality, play, friendship, belonging and the power of believing in others!

https://www.amazon.com/Unicorn-Jazz-Lisa-Caprelli/dp/1728838851 

Bee-ing Happy With Unicorn Jazz and Friends

By Lisa Caprelli

Unicorn Jazz and animal friends in this happiness book with a bee named BEE HAPPY, who all show imaginative happy ideas for kids.

https://www.amazon.com/Beeing-Happy-Unicorn-Jazz-Friends-ebook/dp/B07V5X847H/

https://amzn.to/2s2MOlG

Little Narwhal’s Day

By Angela Castillo

Learn about secret creatures of the arctic with Little Narwhal and his adorable friends.

https://amzn.to/2DUpitJ

Tiger’s Can’t Open Doors

By Angela Castillo

Join two brothers as they evade a goofy-shape-shifting monster and learn the importance of imagination and creativity.

https://amzn.to/2P18Xtu

Save the Ocean

By Bethany Stahl

Learn about the importance of recycling with fun ocean friends including a loveable sea turtle and a mermaid!

https://amzn.to/33Xp9An

Save the Arctic

By Bethany Stahl

Go on a journey with a polar bear, beluga whale and little girl to learn about renewable energy as we help save the arctic!

https://amzn.to/2P1x4Zo

Flip, the Fainting Goat

By Alicia Stenard

It’s a hard life for a fainting goat. Loud noises make Flip faint and he can’t control it. Will he ever fit in?

https://amzn.to/2PgFg6E

It's not easy being Santa! A Christmas tale about kindness!

By Pragya Tomar

"Ever wonder what Santa's job is like? Wishes do come true..."

https://amzn.to/2s8JZiQ affiliate link

Little bug and the Noisy New Neighbor

By Melanie Hawkins

What will happen when a very noisy new neighbor moves in next door and disrupts Little Bug’s quiet, simple life? Can he learn to get along with such a bug? 

https://amzn.to/2rnvCHD

Little Bug and the Christmas Surprise

By Melanie Hawkins

Will a big snow storm ruin Little Bug’s Christmas party? This is a sweet story of friendship, dealing with disappointment, and finding our what truly matters at Christmas time!

https://amzn.to/2sV8xMU

Marien’s Wish

By Cinthia Wild and Colin Wild

Three incredible friends - a Firefly, a Dragonfly and a Dung beetle work together as a team to fulfil a dream for their friend Marien, a Ladybug.

Enjoy!!!

Are you a Unicorn . . . or a Dragon?

As the child of an extreme introvert and an extreme extravert, I have lived with two warring factions inside of me for my entire life. The part of me that wants to talk to everyone and blurt out whatever comes to mind. and the part of me that's instantly sorry for rash words. Hasty words have led me into trouble more than once.

Dunfer the Dragon is like that. He's very sweet and happy-go-lucky, but sometimes his actions drive his new neighbor, Isadorn, up the wall.

Isadorn is a very caring and loving creature, but she's also a creature of habit. And when Dunfer comes stomping along, she's not quite sure how to address the problem.

Isadorn the Unicorn and the Sloppy Dragon is my latest children's picture book, illustrated once again by the amazing Indira Zuleta. Children will love the fantastic illustrations and fun story, while also learning about conflict resolution and how to let someone know when their feelings have been hurt in a gentle and productive way.

Isadorn the Unicorn is available today in paperback on Amazon, with free shipping from Amazon Prime HERE. The Kindle version is releasing this Wednesday, but you can pre-order it for a special price HERE.

Happy reading!