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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Author Insight

Real Humans

Like Maxzyne in this excerpt, have you given something from your own heart lately? When I lived in downtown Chicago, there were always people in need. So many, in fact, I found it quite daunting. Truly, there were so many homeless panhandlers, just on my own square city block, that it was hard to choose who to help. The winter months were the most soul-draining to see. It was the perfect storm of frigid weather, icy sidewalks, whipping wind and plastic carryout cups with coins shaken as I passed by. I decided that small gift cards from fast food restaurants could be helpful. Being able to purchase a bite to eat and a coffee, gave someone a chance to be out of the elements and warm themselves. Certainly, it wasn't much. But during those dark days of winter, perhaps it was enough to make someone feel real and human again - safe, warm and enjoying a cheeseburger.

Book Excerpt

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

“Perhaps because you give from the heart, ma petite (my little one). Your generosity is in the spirit of the Beaumont family.” Veronique and Elise look at her, smiling.

“Really?” Maxzyne thinks hard for a few seconds. “Okay, Esmeralda said something about me giving money for her painting. But what about this time? What happened just now to make you real again?”

“You don’t know?” Veronique shakes her head, amazed.

Elise rushes forward to give Maxzyne another hug. “It’s because of Faith, Maxzyne! You gave up your doll for me! For us!”

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CAROLINE LEE

Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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Real Humans

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Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins

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