Newly released: Marty's Nut-Free Party |
Ms. Roe, a Australian writer and mom to a child with a peanut allergy, has created a charming story about a spunky little monkey named Marty. Marty has a peanut allergy and he loves parties. Unfortunately, Marty keeps running into foods that land him in the hospital. The hospital visits are not handled in a scary way, but in a way that is matter-of-fact and reinforces to children that they must avoid certain foods.
One of the things I liked best about this book (and that my daughters liked--of course they read it, too) was that it discusses the issue of how foods become cross-contaminated. At one party, Marty picks off the "peanut sprinkles" but again winds up in the hospital. Avoiding even trace amounts of food is important and is often misunderstood, so I'm glad that the author covered this aspect of peanut allergies.
Katrina Roe, left, at her book launch. Fun fact: Marty's fur was inspired by the author's wonderful red hair! |
The holidays are coming up and Marty's Nut-Free Party would make a nice gift for a young child struggling with peanut allergies. Plus, "Marty" provides parents with a non-threatening way of opening up some good discussions about staying safe, following the doctor's rules and speaking up for yourself when you have food allergies.
Click this link for information on buying Marty's Nut-Free Party and don't forget to "like" the author's Facebook page.
And if you're looking for guidance on managing birthday parties and life in general with severe nut allergies, I hope you will check out my e-book, The New Nut-Free Mom!
3 comments:
Hi Jenny,
Just want to let your readers in the US know that the book is available with just $3 postage to anywhere in the world. Apparently, the publisher has had a few enquiries from US readers who are concerned that a higher postage fee may apply. This is not the case. The postage will still just be AU $3, which at the current exchange rate is $3.12 US.
Just want to let you and your readers know!
Thanks for the thoughtful review.
Cheers,
Katrina
Just want to let your readers know that even though the publisher is in Australia, postage to the US is only $3. The publisher has had a few enquiries from your readers who are concerned that the postage may be more. This is not the case. Postage is still only $3 AU to anywhere in the world, which at today's exchange rate is $US 3.12.
Thank you Katrina, for clarifying! Glad to hear that U.S. readers can easily get this book. All the best, Jenny
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