Goldilocks award winner
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My wife and I have great days as long as we sleep well, which is a challenge. I am a compliant Sleep Apnea patient, but still struggle with aches and stiffness. My wife has severe hip and shoulder pain, but only when the bed isn't "just right". It's a real life Goldilocks nightmare. We invested in a sleep number bed after trying memory foam and several others, but it still wasn't quite soft enough on top. If we deflated the bladders to make it soft enough we lost the support we also needed. Most "toppers" whether poly-fill, foam, or down feathers, didn't really offer much thickness or resilience. They just flatten out and stay that way. This one Does! We've been using it for 2 months now and it has helped tremendously. It allowed us to create the impossible, a bed that supports you, but is still soft and cushy so as not to aggravate all those pressure points.
1189363
Great play on Goldielocks and the 3 little bears. Book offers questions for teachers to use with students for comprehension and also provides the Character lesson of good citizenship. Children will really enjoy this book and it will also be a great tool for teachers to teach a compare and contrast lesson.
591758
Although Goldie is one of my favorite actors, I didn't expect much from this book. In fact, she writes very little about what you would expect; acting, marriages, kids, personalities. But, I was blown away by the books' insight, compassion, inspiration and pure love. I could never improve upon the description of the book by the write-up on the inside flaps. It is a perfect summation of the book. I love the short stories she tells between chapters that she calls 'postcards'.

  The book shows that she's as intelligent and passionate about life as she has been and still is: the funniest, sexiest creature on the screen.

  If you want to know about Goldie's life in the movies, there are other books that tell much more, 'Absolutely Goldie' by Chris Wilson is best I have found (you get a lot of his opinions along with movie facts, however).

 This book is strictly from the heart and so much more valuable. It has a permanent place in my library.
2129180
This book is probably the best one I have read since GoldFinch.  Although the story is horrific, I never knew anything about the Australian POW's and never knew about this railroad the Japanese Emperor wanted to build.  These men were super people, with multi personalites, some just awful and some as kind as possible.  The book is long, but, the story is mixed up a bit so the reader never gets bored.  I hope I can read a book this good again.
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I guess you could call me a fan!  I have had this book pre ordered since March and LITERALLY marked the publishing date on my calendar!  I have purchased every book of Diane Mott Davidson's and never once regretted it.  Over the years I have introduced Goldy and Diane to many of my friends and to all four of my children. (Now all are old enough to enjoy the books) Such consistent quality is rare and should be honored and appreciated.  How--you ask? -By purchasing quality fiction that will hopefully encourage Ms Davidson to write another!
This book was a good mystery and for those of us who are true Goldy fans, very gratifying.  We were able to enjoy a great murder caper as well as ultimately seeing Goldy's life become even happier, more healed and fulfilled.  I truly appreciate the acknowledgement by Ms Davidson that domestic violence causes wounds on the psyche that take much longer to heal than the breaks, burns and bruises of the abuse victim.  Those of us who have been on similar journeys can find inspiration, humor, compassion and healing between the covers of an entertaining mystery novel!  Wow!  Well worth spending your hard earned dollars on!
Thank you Ms Davidson for another high quality mystery!  I hope it's a best seller several times over!  One criticism...if I may..... It's too long between publishing new Goldy stories!  Maybe a TNT series could be produced to tide us die hard fans over between books?? What do you think?  I know quality takes time but surely an expert at quality mystery novels such as yourself could speed up the process a bit?  I feel like Marla between meals! :D
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Inside, though not on the outside, this book has the title 'The Goldilocks Variations'. That suggests a piece of music (Variations on the theme of Goldilocks, if you prefer), a fitting comparison to this clever and intriguing work of art. For a complex but unified work of art is what it is, taking in Allan Ahlberg's stories, daughter Jessica's illustrations, and the work of all the uncredited people besides the Ahlbergs involved in design and production of the book, with its moving text and pictures, pop-ups and inserted booklet.

Before embarking on the variations, Allan Ahlberg presents the Goldilocks story in almost traditional form, but he leaves us in no doubt that Goldilocks is a cheeky girl, and tells us she usually breakfasts on Choco Pops, not porridge. And in Goldilocks and the 33 Bears she is made to re-make the bed she slept in and wash-up the porridge bowls she ate from!

There is lots of fun in Jessica's pictures, and it is good to see the teenage bears among the 33 doing various teenage things with hoody, baseball cap, ghetto blaster and half-mast trousers, and that it is a girl bear who travels by skateboard.

The alternative inside title is 'Who's Been Snopperink In My Woodootog'. The strange words for sleeping and bed are taken from a futuristic variation of the story, which involves a cottage in the woods that looks like a spaceship, green, fur-less bears (blim), and more unfamiliar vocabulary. But still Goldilocks is cheeky and misbehaves in the usual ways.

There is much more, and some of the best is the three act play, a pantomime, found in the inserted booklet. This brings in lots of other well-loved fairy tale characters, and the special features of pantomime such as "Behind you" and throwing sweets (in this case buns) into the audience. Again, the pictures offer additional ideas and jokes. "For one night only", the playbill says. What a pity that would be. Fortunately, having bought or been given the book, we can read it every night if we want to.

For what age group is the book suitable? A publisher's note says not for the under threes, because of choking hazard. Since there are no small, loose parts, that seems unlikely, but it is true that little fingers may not be gentle enough with the cut-outs. So let's say from three to 103, maybe older. The various tongue-in-cheek comments on fairy tales and ourselves will be enjoyed just as much by parents, grandparents and grown-up children who once loved the Jolly Postman books as by those who are just embarking on their first experience of reading and being read-to.
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Great southern creeper. Won quite a few awards on the festival circuit as well. Check it out when you get a chance!
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I read "Goldilocks" to my 8th grade English students for Halloween(yes 8th grade! Don't judge! We all love to be read to), They thought it was going to be a little kid story book but were pleasantly surprised=)

The illustrations are beyond creepy and set the mood for the story and the devious twisted turns through out the story kept by students on the edge of their seats. My students were looking for clues, making connections, and came up with some great predictions about the mysteries in the story. This version of Goldilocks takes a dark twist to a childhood classic and is full of suspense. Just as you think you know what is going on, you are thrown another curb  ball. I highly recommend it to teachers and parents. My class really enjoyed the read!
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This book was entered in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:
Title: Crazy Crab
Author: Mark C, Evans
Star Rating: 5 Stars
Number of Readers:
Stats
Editing: 10/10
Writing Style: 10/10
Content: 10/10
Cover: 10/10
Of the 22 readers:
22 would read another book by this author.
22 thought the cover was good or excellent.
22 felt it was easy to follow.
22 would recommend this story to another reader to try.
22 felt the pacing was good or excellent.
22 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.

Readers Comments
Such a sweet story. Young children will love it. Primary teacher, aged 27
I like a picture book with a strong message. The message in this colourful story: never give up on your dreams is so important. Excellent job! Primary teacher, aged 34
The crab is funny. I loved him. Boy, aged 6
The words were perfect for this age group. The illustrations were colourful, bright and fun. The story was light with a good central message. I read it with my reception class and they liked it very much. Female teacher, aged 33
So much happens. I like it when the story is exciting. This was exciting. Girl, aged 7

To Sum It Up:
Fabulously fun with a strong and important message. A SILVER medal winner and highly recommended. The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
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The product range at Amazon is amazing.  I needed a kitchen rack to ripen fruits, so after carefully measuring I sifted through millions.  As soon as amazon finds out what you really want, they offer all the like items.  You too can become a Goldilocks buyer.
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This book was entered and was a gold medal winner in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought:

Title: Inside the Crocodile: The Papua New Guinea Journals
Author: Trish Nicholson
Star Rating: 5 Stars
Number of Readers: 27
Stats
Editing: 10/10
Style: 10/10
Content: 10/10
Cover: 9/10
Of the 27 readers:
27 would read another book by this author.
25 thought the cover was excellent.
27 felt the pacing was excellent.
16 felt the best part of the book was the writing style.
11 felt the content was the best part of the book, in particular, the vast array of problems the author faced and how she resolved them.

Readers Comments
A thoroughly fascinating story. I have never visited that part of the world but now Id love to. The writing style was perfect for a book of this nature: light with an excellent balance of pace and descriptive prose. Female reader, aged 45
By far the best book in this years Wishing Shelf Book Awards. An intriguing look at life in Papua New Guinea from the POV of a development worker. The authors love of the cultures and the characters she meets shows in her writing. Id recommend this to anybody interested in travel and understanding life in a different and often difficult country. Male reader. Aged 38
The book starts so well with the crocodile and talks of sorcery. And, from there on, it keeps getting better. I was sad at the end when she left but the last line of the book made me smile. A lovely read, warm and packed full of cultural richness. Female reader, aged 57

A fascinating, richly-composed look at life in Papua New Guinea. A Gold Medal Winner and highly recommended. The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
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I love this book. Its small enough to take on backpacking trips for stories around the campfire. As a wildlife biologist, my favorite story is Goldilocks, who in the story is a "rouge biologist".
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This retelling of the Goldilocks story was a hot one. It revolves around a girl with the desire never to be victimized again. After some bumpy early life experiences, she hardens her heart, learns some sexy tricks and is determined to seduce her way into riches. When things don't go quite as planned, she tries to abstain from thievery, but can't resist the thrill of the hunt.

When Goldie finds the perfect mark, she comes out of her semi-retirement and hits the ground running. A heavy duty mansion filled with three hunky men is the target of her wiles. I am pretty sure, but I think I stopped breathing for a little while as I read the break-in part and the fun scenarios that ensued. Liz Adams can create some hot scenes in the kitchen! I will never look at a spatula quite the same way again! *fans face*

This read was a HEA with a surprising twist. You may think you know just how each of these three bears is going to react to Goldie sleeping in their beds, but just wait. You won't see this one coming. Great job Liz! I have a list of fairy tales I would love to see you take on.  I enjoyed this book very much and read it in one sitting. What a lovely way to spend my vacation afternoon!

4.5/5

*Hot
*BDSM
*Sexy and wanton scenes
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Davidson gives her loyal readers another good Goldie adventure into catering mayhem, this time serving up death warmed over at a birthday party for her son.  An old friend, mother of the co- honoree, drops dead before she gets out of the driveway following a festive Mexican-themed dinner catered by Goldie.  What first appears to be a simple heart attack turns into the murderous act of someone who cares neither how many bodies fall, nor who they are, to protect a deadly secret.  Goldie fans will not be disappointed.  And the recipes are great.
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Works exactly as described. Great product. A bed Goldilocks would love. Not too hot, not too cold, JUST RIGHT!
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Very cute take off on the traditional 'Goldilocks & the 3 Bears' saga.  Goldilocks is invited to the home of the three bears for Christmas Day . . . and learns a bit about good manners.  The story is in rhyme, the illustrations are delightful; a very cute book for preschoolers.
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It's rare for a novel of this length (nearly 800 pages) to hold the readers attention from start to finish. The Goldfinch captures the reader. The characters are so real and detail so precise you feel as though you are involved on the story.