Hints were dropped about secret writing for a book. The news that leaked out intrigued me. Authors I love were listed. I still didn’t understand what or how this book would work. Multiple authors and writing prompts? Finally, an announcement, this book would be published and ready for the world in March. Sight unseen, no clue what it really was about, I took a leap of faith. I pre-ordered the book on September 7.
For months, I have waited impatiently. I went to NCTE and missed the chance to get an ARC of this book. Finally an email – 
So all day, I sat at my desk working, but listening for the UPS truck to rumble up my street. I hear an engine, it is stopping in front of my house!
Eagerly, I meet him at the door. Mr. UPS does not know how long I have waited for this book.
Do you know what book this is? Here it is without the book jacket.
And here it is with the jacket.
I have been a fan of Colby Sharp ever since I saw his YouTube video Mr. Sharp Loves Reading. His passion for books and turning kids on to books is amazing. I can’t wait to read this book and share it with teachers.
I have seen a lot about Colby’s new book all over social media. I have followed him on his podcast w/Travis Yonkers and enjoyed hearing his passion for his students. He seems like a really need guy, and I’m sure he’s an amazing teacher. Great slice!
What a fun slice! Good to see Colby’s book out in the world!
Well, I’m headed to Amazon right now to order the book. I can’t wait to hear what you think about it.
Awesome slice. Suspense and satisfaction. Nothing better than the arrival of a book, unless it’s the arrival of a long awaited book. I’ll be looking forward to reading about it.
You have me salivating !!! How is it?
Bonnie
The suspense was amazing! Looking forward to reading this one also.
Awesome slice! I loved the way you built the suspense with little teasers. Now I’m going to need this book, too. And guess what else, Elsie? Today I had to make an emergency visit to a dentist about a tooth! I thought of you while there! Hope all is well with you in that regard.
So sorry you had to visit the dentist. I’m still eating soft food, but every day it’s getting better. Hope you had a better outcome than I did.
Mostly sore is all. Hang in there with that soft food. Chips await! 🙂
I’m very excited about this book as well. And I am in awe of the collaborative nature of Colby’s work. Enjoy your UPS delivery!
I ordered it, too, Elsie. Colby will be at KSRA in Oct. 2018. Cannot wait to hear him! It’s exciting to get a new book to read. I just started Practicing Presence by Lisa Lucas, a Stenhouse publicatiin. It is excellent!
The big pay off after all of that waiting. No need to guess how your day will be spent. Enjoy.
The book looks yummy! Yes, please tell us more, Elsie!
The anticipation is part of the excitement of getting something long desired. Will look forward to your view.
I got mine yesterday, too!! It was “dessert” after dinner last night (My slice was Dessert Is Waiting).
I hadn’t heard about it! Slice about it! Please!
One of these days I will, after I read more. 🙂
OOOOO…I hadn’t heard about this one, but now I want to read it! Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Mom took my words! 😬 I’ll be waiting for your review.
Ha! Ha!
I can’t wait to hear how you’ll be using this book. I requested it from our library. It’s on order and I’m #18 on 8 copies.
Can’t wait to hear your review of this book…perhaps your next post? Loved the photos that accompany your writing. They tell the story even without the text.
Thanks Kae! Maybe not the next post, but someday. 🙂