And from the Experts…
Dear Ms. Shreeve,
I enjoyed listening to you! Your books are great! I like you! Does Hector have teeth? I want to make a book when I grow up too. Do you like bugs? Sincerely, Lauren
p.s. How’s it like to be a writer?

Dear Ms. Shreeve,
I loved how you were talking. It was amazing. Anyway do bees pick up food with their stingers? Yes ____ No ___. But I like the picture with the boy who had spaghetti on his head.
Sincerely, Chris

Dear Ms. Shreeve,
Thank you for coming to my school. You are the best author I ever seen. Could you come over my house sometime? I will ask my mom.
Love, Hayley

Dear Ms. Shreeve,
Thank you for coming. I really enjoyed you reading the story. I learned that some beetles can swim. We finished reading Hector Springs Loose and my favorite part was the hummingbird. A possible new title is Hector Makes a New Friend. Here is a picture of the front, title included.
Sincerely, Adam

Our whole class loved the books! They were adventurous, fun, and scary all at the same time. I think all kids will love these books.
Kiera, age 8

Hector is one of the funniest kid's books I ever read!
Will, age 9

 
   
   
 
BOOK REVIEWS

An “engaging tale of a bug forced into a horizon–expanding odyssey…bumbling his way through one misadventure after another. Lighthearted, slightly challenging fare for easy reader graduates.”
Kirkus Reviews

“These books make a welcome addition to the world of chapter books, introducing Hector the wumblebug. With a pleasing Wind–in–the–Willows flavor, these two stories take Hector on simple but well–plotted adventures. The books have distinct characters, story patterns, and humor.”
Horn Book Guide (Hector Springs Loose and Hector Finds a Fortune)

“…Shreeve does a good job of evoking the early spring setting without overwhelming young readers with too much description. Amusing full–page, black–and–white pencil sketches appear throughout. With short sentences and brief chapters, this story is well–pitched to beginning chapter book readers.”
School Library Journal (Hector Springs Loose)

“In this second adventure, the…wumblebug finds his fortune in a surprising place – a special friendship…Shreeve mixes lighthearted moments with suspense; her descriptive language flows smoothly and her characters come to life on the pages. Deft touches of humor are smoothly incorporated…Fans will look forward to more adventures starring this down–to–earth bug.”
School Library Journal (Hector Finds a Fortune)

“The Adventures of Hector Fuller is one of the most promising new series that has come my way in a long time. Elizabeth Shreeve has created a world that can be found in the next meadow or along a nearby stream, and filled it with delightfully imagined creatures. There is good humor, suspense, and gentle wisdom that will linger long after the last chapter is read. This is a little gem.”
Robert San Souci, Author of more than 50 books for young readers

   
 
   
 
Presentation Reviews
Elizabeth Shreeve presented at our week-long book exhibit and did a fantastic job. Her presentation was right on target...I couldn't have written a better lesson plan myself. She talked about the writing process and reading with just the right amount of personal background thrown in. My favorite quote of hers was, "Reading is like P.E. for the brain..."
Gail Formanack
Supervisor of Library Services, Omaha Public Schools

It was a delightful pleasure meeting you and thank you for visiting Washington Elementary in San Gabriel. I love Hector Fuller and hope he has a VERY long and happy life. Your presentation deserves an A+!
Betty Takeuchi, Owner
San Marino Toy and Book Shoppe

Thank you for your outstanding presentations at Brookhaven School. Your knowledge of your subject was a tremendous asset once the question and answer session began. The children walked away from the assembly motivated to continue reading! You were truly an inspiration and your response to their letters was wonderful! Please come back!
Lynn Hirt, School Librarian
Brookhaven Elementary School

These are wonderful stories. Elizabeth uses the habits and behaviors of real animals to create lively characters and plots. Great complement to all nature/garden studies. We look forward to her visit!
Lisa Monge, Library Media Teacher
Edna Maguire School

   
 
     
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