Wednesday, September 28, 2022

HR Sinclair & Oscar The Apprehensive Apparition!

 I'm delighted to welcome HR Sinclair to the blog along with Oscar, the Apprehensive Apparation! Before we get to her feature, I had 2 questions to ask Holly!

Writing for young people is a delightful challenge. What was your favorite part of writing a chapter book?


It’s freeing. You can be goofy and silly. There’s no bogging down on subplots, twists, red herrings, or going to dark places– it’s about wonderment and journey and joy.


What was the most challenging?


Choosing the age range. Children develop at such different rates, picking the correct age is difficult. You would think having a range would make it easier, but it really doesn’t. In the end, I went with my gut.


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It’s a pleasure to welcome Author H. R. Sinclair here today as part of her tour from with MC Book Tours featuring her book, OSCAR, THE APPREHENSIVE APPARITION, to be released the first week of October.


This is a Chapter Book for ages 5 through 8 but is a delight to read no matter your age. If you’ve ever enjoyed Casper, then you’ll be glad you got to know Oscar.


Oscar, the Apprehensive Apparition

By H. R. Sinclair

Chapter Book for Ages 5-8


*Independently published

*ISBN: 9798848409956

*Dimensions: 5x8

*42 pages, black and white illustrations

*eBook: 3.99

*Print book: 6.99

*Release date: Oct 3


Oscar the ghost dwells happily in his cozy cottage, where he hides from creatures that lurk in the dark. After a mysterious message arrives, he must find the courage to go out and discover what's waiting for him. Can he do it? Or will the monsters get him?


Oscar, the Apprehensive Apparition is available to purchase at the following links:


Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCSTBY2Z 

Apple https://books.apple.com/us/book/id6443352338 

Nook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/oscar-the-apprehensive-apparition-h-r-sinclair/1142119998;jsessionid=6D3B1242750AB815B15649BDA04040CB.prodny_store02-atgap11?ean=2940166313034 

Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/oscar-the-apprehensive-apparition 


Meet The Author: H. R. Sinclair



H.R. Sinclair is a left-handed hermit prepping for the squirrel apocalypse. She writes fantastical stories and visits cemeteries for inspiration.


For more about the author and her work, connect with her on the following sites:


Blog: https://www.iamhrsinclair.com/blog/ 

Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/hrsinclair 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/southpawpov 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hrsinclair/ 

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7548000-h-r-sinclair 

BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/h-r-sinclair 

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/iamhrsinclair/_created/ 


Thanks for stopping by today during H. R. and Oscar’s visit. Are you a fan of friendly ghosts like Casper and Oscar?


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How about you? I adore Casper and I know I'm going to love Oscar as well! Who is your favourite ghost from TV and movies?



8 comments:

Mason Canyon said...

I can see where it would be fun writing for children, but a bit difficult at the same time. Such a cute storyline. Jemi, thanks for sharing and being a part of the tour.

H. R. Sinclair said...

Thanks for having me here today Jemi!

Jemi Fraser said...

Mason - I agree - sounds like such fun!

Holly - you're always welcome here!

Alex J. Cavanaugh said...

Who doesn't appreciate a chance to be goofy and silly? Congratulations, Holly!

Elephant's Child said...

Congratulations Holly. I refuse to be limited by suggested age ranges and this book sounds like a heap of fun - which we all need.

Damyanti Biswas said...

Congrats, Holly! Learning and testing our boundaries should be celebrated :)

Jemi Fraser said...

Alex - agreed!

Sue - I'm with. you!

Damyanti - you're so right!

T. Powell Coltrin said...

In the 1980s I had published a few read-a-loud stories. It's fun to write for kids. I also like to read children and young adult stories.

Teresa