Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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Synopsis

When a homeless woman gives Maxzyne a painting of a French poodle just like the one in a storefront display, it turns out to be more than just a coincidence for the impulsive 10-year-old. Maxzyne finds herself at the center of a rescue mission when a wayward freight elevator, a family of enchanted vintage mannequins in distress, and a secret tunnel propel her straight into the mysterious depths of a Chicago department store. Can she convince the ghastly Gigi not to use the mannequins' heads in her art exhibit before store closing? It's a race against the clock for Maxzyne and her new mannequin sidekick Elise.Despite her overactive imagination and tendency to get distracted, she learns some important lessons about loyalty, bravery, generosity, and accepting responsibility for her actions. A wonderfully spirited and fun adventure story, Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins is a delightful read for children of all ages.

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Author Biography

Fed up with polygraphs, security clearances and a daily commute, Caroline Lee fled a career writing classified reports for the Dept. of Defense to become a full-time storyteller and daydreamer-in-chief. Often inspired by her surroundings, Caroline's first book, "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins," features America's most impulsive heroine, 10-year-old Maxzyne Merriweather, whose madcap adventures take place in the magical and historic city of Chicago. Caroline currently resides in Delray Beach, Florida where the weather is much warmer than Chicago. She is a member of the Society of Childrens Bookwriters & Illustrators (SCBWI) and is thrilled that her first book "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins" won the 2020 Independent Press Award for Children's Fiction. The second adventure in the series, "Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre" is now also available on Amazon and recently won two Story Monsters Dragonfly awards! And just released: MAXZYNE GOES AQUAMARINE in ebook and soft cover. Learn more at www.maxzyne.com

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Happy Heart Day

I'm often asked what my favorite thing is about being a children's author. Hands down, it's hearing from and meeting the young readers. A 3rd grade class in Palm Beach is reading the first book now and I'm looking forward to visiting them. They made me the most beautiful cards that unexpectedly arrived in the mail one day. Pinks, purples, and blues, drawn with hearts and flowers. Sentiments of "I love you!" "We love Maxzyne!" "Please come read with us!" "You are a great writer!" brought tears to my eyes. It can be lonely sitting at your desk with only the computer screen waiting for me to write the next sentence, paragraph, chapter or book. But when I meet those sweet students who are enjoying Maxzyne's adventures in reading class this semester, it will all be worth it. Their smiles will be contagious!

Book Excerpt

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

The two walk out of the window, letting the curtain fall into place behind them. Over by the Japanese maple tree, Maxzyne spots Ray leaning against his cart. He is talking to Ms. Mitchell. She watches him shyly offer the older woman Veronique’s delicate rose bouquet. The elegant woman’s cheeks turn pink and her eyes sparkle. Gigi skirts around the couple, but not before Maxzyne overhears Ray.

“Don’t know about you, but I’m starved after all this overtime, Lady Mitchell. Any chance you’d like to join me for a bite to eat? There’s this little place across the street. It serves a nice chicken pot pie . . .”

Ms. Mitchell beams. “Downtown Diner? Yes! And they have a lovely chicken salad. That and a pot of tea would be just perfect, wouldn’t it?” Ray offers Ms. Mitchell his arm. The two wander off toward the employee exit.

“Mission accomplished,” Gigi says under her breath, chuckling.

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CAROLINE LEE

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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Happy Heart Day

Book Excerpt

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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