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Let the Subjects of Fandom Speak Freely

  • "I recommend reading, Roll On written by my Omie. And then buy a spaghetti squash for dinner tonight!"

    Wren
    Silver Lake, California

  • “Manny just found out the fate of spaghetti squash!”

    Manny
    Washington, D.C.

  • “My daddy says Roll On is librarian approved!”

    Sofia
    Modesto, California

  • “I highly recommend Roll On and Scooter Boy for the beginning reader and adult read along. Roll On and Scooter Boy are engaging stories that will invite your child to read again and again!”

    Frank Smith, Ed.D.
    Literacy Consultant Stanislaus County Office of Education
    Modesto, California

  • "Scooter Boy is a delightful picture book. The main character Cal relates his first-person account of being the last kindergartener to be picked up from school on a hot August afternoon. He is hot, tired and cranky and he lets the reader know his thoughts. He thinks he’s too old to have a nanny, but that is who arrives to pick him up, and he’s not happy. When the nanny puts the scooter on the ground, he jumps on it and his escapade begins. He is Scooter Boy. The thoughts that go through Cal’s head as he tells the story, are funny and relatable to nearly every child. This very enjoyable and funny book is ideal for reading aloud and for emerging readers."

    Teri Henning
    CEO - Castle Quest Educational Studio
    Carmichael, California

  • “Roll On is an absolutely “edible” tale that young readers will devour. This delightful story with repetitive text and spectacular surprises, will not only have children reading it again and again, but may even inspire a trip to the local farmers market to see what kids can get to roll on!!!”

    Kristin Dohm, MA
    Educational Consultant
    Minneapolis, Minnesota

  • "I got so excited about Roll On I had to paint my own spaghetti squash."

    Lee Ann Stangl
    Artist & Botanical Enthusiast
    Nipomo, California

  • “This delightful book brings smiles and giggles to my grandchildren every time we read it! It's an engaging story that children want to hear again and again. I highly recommend ‘Roll On’!”

    Sandra Young
    Children’s Book Author
    Turlock, California

  • “Roll On is Kaisai’s FAVORITE book…must read 10 times EVERY night before she’ll go to sleep! And then zzzzzzzzzzzzz!”

    Kaisai
    Menlo Park, California

  • "Sylvester’s CAT-astrophic Tale, authored by Connie Tate provides a nostalgic retelling of the true story of a gritty cat who survived being locked up without water and traveling 2,470 miles. Sylvester employs feline super powers, a keen sense of smell and the ability to see in complete darkness, to survive the captivity. Meanwhile, Sylvester’s friends wonder and worry where their cat has gone. In the spirit of unforgettable, TRUE pet stories, there is a rejoiceful ending---not without surprises! Sylvester’s CAT-astrophic Tale brilliantly transforms a local news story into a heart-warming and engaging children’s book. Dr. Tate’s careful recount of this amazing story will capture your heart. Don’t miss this one!"

    Cathe McCoy
    Amazon review

  • “Roll on was a delightful story and darling illustrations. Hope Ms. Tate keeps on producing books for the entertainment of children and adults alike!”

    Joanne
    Research Technologist
    Amazon review
    Henderson, Nevada

  • "Scooter Boy makes you feel the adventure of a young Southern California boy along with his dog Bo in a chase with his Anya Wanna Be Nanny after him. You can feel the action of shooting the hoops and seeing Scooter Boy with his L.A. Dodger cap on reverse atop his head. And it is lucky that Scooter Boy knows how to jump with his scooter. My brothers and I had a great laugh with our nephews. We are looking forward to the Tate's granddaughters in a story."

    Postal Kermit
    Amazon review
    Turlock, California

  • "A heart warming tale for cat lovers of all ages."

    Jo
    Speech & Language Therapist
    Amazon review
    Turlock, California

  • "BokGo's favorite page is when Doogie barks at the spaghetti squash!"

    Claudia Silva-Doo
    Educator & Artist, Mixed Media
    Aptos, California

  • “This children's book reminds my family of the stories we had as children growing squash in California with the dog barking at it while it grew larger and larger. Thanks for the good story.”

    Postal Kermit
    Amazon review
    Turlock, California

  • "Thank you for my book - I like the part about Steph Curry."

    Vincent

  • "A frolicking story based on a true event! I loved everything about Rooster 99. Rootie, the rooster, being stranded in the median of Highway 99 in Central California is a sweet and hilarious story. The language of the story is delightfully fun and could easily serve as a mentor text to show kids how to add onomatopoeias to bring life to their writing. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and simply amazing. Add this book to your child's or classroom's library. They will return to it again and again."

    Cathe McCoy
    Amazon review