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Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins (Maxzyne Adventure Series Book) Paperback – Illustrated, April 21, 2015

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The stakes have never been higher for Maxzyne, who is determined to save her new friends from a tragic fate. Maxzyne always has her head in the clouds, but this time she might be in over her head! When a homeless woman gives ten-year-old Maxzyne a painting of a French poodle displayed in a store window, before she knows it, a wayward freight elevator, secret tunnels, and vintage mannequins in distress entice this impulsive heroine straight into a historic Chicago department store, where her rescue mission is beset with challenges. Can Maxzyne convince the ghastly Gigi not to use the mannequins’ heads in her art exhibit by the time the store closes tonight? The clock is ticking as Maxzyne leads her mannequin sidekick, Elise, in a series of adventures throughout the emporium but is too often sidetracked by her own imagination and desires. Loyalty, bravery, and generosity are tested in this tale of friendship as Maxzyne learns that actions have very real consequences and facing them is the first step in growing up.

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8 - 12 years
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254 pages
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English
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5 x 0.64 x 8 inches
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April 21, 2015
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0990661709
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978-0990661702
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Caroline enjoys living in the village of Delray Beach with her husband Rebel. When she's not writing, she can sometimes be found looking for shells and possible story ideas as the ocean waves roll in.. She is a member of the Society of Children's Bookwriters & Illustrators, The Alliance of Independent Authors, Chicago Women in Publishing and the Dramatists Guild. Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins is her first book. Learn more at maxzyne.com/.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pendant Press, LLC; Illustrated edition (April 21, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0990661709
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0990661702
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.64 x 8 inches

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- #9,872 in Children's Books on Girls' & Women's Issues
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- #44,061 in Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books)

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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. Her musical theatre show, "The Last Storyteller" a tale based on her travels to Syria before the civil war, was presented in a public reading in collaboration with Midwest New Musicals and Light Opera Works. She enjoyed working with the musical theatre group of Chicago Dramatists and several of her musical theatre pieces have been presented in ASCAP-sponsored cabarets in Chicago.

Caroline lives with her husband in Delray Beach, FL. When she's done writing for the day, they often stroll the beach at sunset. and has author readings for kids online. She is thrilled that the first book, "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins" won a 2020 Independent Press Award for Children's Fiction. Her second book, "Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre" won several Story Monster Royal Dragonfly awards. The third adventure for America's most Impulsive heroine is forthcoming. Caroline is a member of the Society of Children's Bookwriters & Illustrators.

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MS Lee has done a great job in this book

Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2016

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MS Lee has done a great job in this book. As an adult, it kept me on the edge of my toes as I got into it. I would think most children at the age it is targeting would love it. I usually don't read fiction of any kind, but this was interesting. There are discussion questions at the end which could be used in any classroom. I recommend it.

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2015

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Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins delivers brilliant storytelling and artistic descriptions wrapped in an engaging plot with a subtle (but powerful) message about growing up and taking responsibility for your actions. The heroine Maxzyne is positively irresistible but not perfect. She enthralls with her sense of adventure, friendship and loyalty. I got goosebumps at the ending! I can't recommend it strongly enough--for young and old alike. Its a masterpiece.

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2015

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We bought some books for our friend's daughter, who is quite the bookworm. Out of all the books, Maxzyne was her favorite. Now she's waiting impatiently for the sequel!

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Meet Chicago's Ramona Quimby!

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2015

Fans of Beverly Cleary's Ramona books will love "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins." Like Ramona Quimby, Maxzyne Merriweather is an outgoing, imaginative thrill seeker. She continually gets herself into (and out of) scrapes that are as embarrassing yet hilarious as Ramona's mix-ups. Maxzyne also shares Ramona's passion for art as well as her longing for friendship and understanding.
However, unlike the Ramona books, "Maxzyne Meets the Mannequins" shows the sorrows, joys, and hopes of characters from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds. Maxzyne is a wealthy but lonely African-American ten-year-old, and the story begins when she gives money to a homeless African-American artist. This generous act breathes life into a family of French mannequins in the window of a nearby Chicago department store. Maxzyne and the newly alive Elise set out to save Elise and her parents from having their heads removed. During their mission, they form a fun filled, faithful friendship.
Maxzyne also gets to know a variety of people in and around the department store. She hears the life story of the homeless street artist, who sketches while sitting in the pedway to stay out of the rain. She decides to emulate an eerily minded but warmhearted window dresser who works overtime to purchase art supplies. And she gives her beloved Modern Heroine doll to the prosperous store manager, who is bitter about having no children.
Readers will long remember this tale of a make-believe adventure that gives an impulsive sparkler insight into real-world people, problems, and possibilities.

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jmw

Magical Realism with a Great Message

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2017

This book is perfect for middle schoolers who love magical realism! Characters are unique and well developed, and the message of friendship and love, especially found in unlikely places, is lovely. A spunky heroine also makes for an interesting read. Highly recommend.

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