tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4574448263857608722024-03-15T14:54:14.024-06:00Adventures in Writing by Heather Ostler Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.comBlogger239125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-51490028192446362272024-03-07T13:22:00.003-07:002024-03-07T13:23:31.153-07:00New Youtube Video is Up! <div>Our visit to Hollywood Studios and Epcot at Disney World. We were thrilled to meet Aurora and Jasmine. We also watched "Beauty and the Beast" at Hollywood Studios. You can watch below! </div><div><br /></div><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="225" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/79mwVjwga1w" title="YouTube video player" width="400"></iframe></div>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-67467544843361069602024-02-29T13:09:00.002-07:002024-02-29T13:09:21.267-07:00Epcot Day at Disney World! <p>New video is up on our Youtube Channel. Going to Epcot and meeting Asha from Wish! Plus visiting the Moana experience. You can watch below! </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-7iBWvJvu7I" width="320" youtube-src-id="-7iBWvJvu7I"></iframe></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-5919550673891651312024-02-01T12:13:00.003-07:002024-02-01T12:13:34.358-07:00Graduating from the Harvard Extension School <div>This past year I graduated from the Harvard Extension School. My diploma came in the mail and I made a video opening it. You can watch below! </div><div><br /></div>
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Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-88189267932529062742024-01-15T22:49:00.001-07:002024-01-15T23:03:59.173-07:00My newest book! <iframe width="400" height="225" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OXwZnwA6oIo" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-59952990008685797562024-01-08T14:00:00.004-07:002024-01-08T14:00:40.937-07:00New Youtube Video: Great Wolf Lodge in Southern California! New Video is up on our Youtube Channel! Our visit to Great Wolf Lodge in Anaheim, California!<div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">
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Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-34383510190352991962023-12-19T12:46:00.003-07:002023-12-20T21:59:54.364-07:00MY NEW BOOK: CONFESSIONS OF A THEME PARK PRINCESS <blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3thDYRd" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3892" data-original-width="2748" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEt1LxQk0Jylf7y0gOC9NyWLAOgLSB0msA4B8SeKBoKKeEIT0VrcSPJTEnOk9pkID3zYB3EBLoXOYrp48yA_Qtib2aPx4F2CiNeCeIESLckHhJSelpg2yy0TyzTHjKH3xdXg-djEG7KUIcQJalsZdryhIRggta_UsAmGKujSskd-q8s6ElEOPwCWPB/s320/TPP%20Cover.HEIC" width="226" /></a></div><p style="text-align: right;"></p></blockquote><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My new book is out! Confessions of a Theme Park Princess is available on <a href="https://amzn.to/3thDYRd" target="_blank">Amazon</a> now!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have been writing this young adult novel for years and am so happy to announce it's release. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">About this novel: </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Emmy Gardner is ready for the perfect summer as a theme park princess at William Gardens. With her best friend, Marissa, by her side, she can't wait to join the enchanting world of glittering gowns and sparkling tiaras. But as the season begins, her fairy tale takes an unexpected turn. Emmy is asked to play not only the princess roles, but also the notorious villain characters. Playing evil queens and wicked witches was so <i>not</i> in her summer plans. To make matters worse, her hidden anxiety looms large, threatening to unravel her dreams.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;">Amid the chaos, Emmy meets Teddy, a teenage boy who also plays villains at the theme park. In an unexpected romance, Teddy sees Emmy for who she truly is, regardless of her role as a princess or a villain, and he sweeps her off her feet—glass slippers included.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: arial;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><i><span style="color: black;">Confessions of a Theme Park Princess</span></i><span style="color: black;"> follows Emmy on a whirlwind ride of self-discovery, acceptance, and unexpected romance. With humor and heart, this adventure unveils the captivating world of portraying villains and princesses. Can Emmy learn to embrace both the magical and messy of her world and accept her life with anxiety?</span></span></p><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3thDYRd</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><p></p>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-70874134008810688972023-10-17T14:28:00.003-06:002024-01-01T22:29:40.312-07:00New Youtube video is up! Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party! <iframe width="420" height="236" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fH4cAq-skHw" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-50903202724024028992023-09-20T14:59:00.002-06:002023-09-20T15:01:39.512-06:00New Book Alert! NOT HER FIRST RODEO<p><span style="font-family: arial;">My friend, Lisa Harris, has a new book release! <i>Not Her First Rodeo</i> is a sweet western romance. It has romance, humor, and so much heart. I LOVE this book! Please go and check it out now on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CJ4FMJM4/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CJ4FMJM4/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1599" data-original-width="1045" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvqzt6-qW_Rk-tU2CNmKMLIdR9X5iu49Exs-GNdAXqSLh8O0h3V9Qv5OpRCsBG4qHaEZGVca2pYZbJdPUwAYuqEf_lWiZMPPTLSv1BL8O9FYbd1n9uQ6oCJatCMQ6c2A1bXM0zbEBns9CBiaAyGxTCahd-Z_tAMga-HduMq1Dyoh7B5VqYj-4neKzq/s320/image000000.JPG" width="209" /></a></div><p><span style="font-family: arial;">More about the book: </span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;">The last thing rodeo queen Liberty Redd needs is another man in her life, not when she has four over-protective cowboy brothers. The only male she’s really interested in is her horse, Trooper. She has big dreams, like winning Miss Rodeo America. But when British tech trouble-shooter Rory Collins comes through the drive-through at her fast-food side job, she is intrigued by him. For his part, Rory is only in Utah for six weeks for a project, but when he meets Liberty, he’s utterly gobsmacked by her intelligence, her kindness, and their undeniable chemistry.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;">But no one, not her family or his colleagues, thinks their relationship is a good idea, and her oldest brother Scott will do anything, including risking other people’s lives, to keep them apart. Everything comes to a head at Rory’s first rodeo, where Liberty will reign (and rein) as queen. Will Liberty be able to save Rory from her brother’s plan? Do they even stand a chance together when they come from such different worlds?</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/69rLU067BKs" width="320" youtube-src-id="69rLU067BKs"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Link to purchase: <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH8W2SD8&source=gmail&ust=1695329764681000&usg=AOvVaw0FaVr0ZuQLxhKI3uf5H71C" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH8W2SD8" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/dp/<wbr></wbr>B0CH8W2SD8</a></div><p></p>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-80196831297130954702023-09-13T14:25:00.003-06:002023-09-13T14:25:22.190-06:00I'm Baaaaaaaaack <p>Hi, fellow readers! </p><p>It's been a minute since I've been on here, but I wanted to stop in and say hello. I am currently working on a new manuscript called "Confessions of a Theme Park Princess." I am so excited about this project! It's a young adult novel that I'm hoping to release in the next few months. </p><p>Stay tuned and see you soon! </p><p>Heather </p>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-84129997508953214712015-06-01T22:12:00.002-06:002023-09-11T13:02:22.664-06:00<div style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px;">
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Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-83873729906271186562015-01-20T05:00:00.000-07:002015-02-26T23:52:11.118-07:00What's in YOUR future? Hey guys! How is your 2015 going so far?<br />
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I've been wanting to share this drawing for some time. Remember that amazing, talented, wonderful fan named Anastasia? Well after reading The Secret of Darkwood Castle, she sent this image of Caleb and Julia. It just really made my day. One of the most rewarding feelings as an author is meeting readers who were inspired by your writing. Thank you so much, Anastasia! I love it.<br />
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I don't know why, but reality has just decided to hit me. I feel this sort of sadness knowing that The Shapeshifter's Secret trilogy is done. It's weird. </div>
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Anastasia's drawing reminded me of something from long ago. I pulled out these sketches I drew when I young and daydreamed about being an author. Next to my drawing of a girl is a list of possible character names. One of the names is Julia. As a thirteen year old, I had already picked out my main character's name. </div>
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It seems that undoubtedly what we fill our heads with daily will affect our future. Our day to day actions will add up and one day we will look back and reflect on them. If we constantly think negative thoughts, how will things turn out? But on the opposite side, what if we constantly think positive thoughts? What if we dream big NOW and fill our heads with hopes, goals, kindness, and world-changing ideas? Where will that put us in the future?</div>
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Can I tell you how much I love my writer's group? Sometimes we dress up when we meet together. This month's theme was The wedding edition. Yes, you heard right. We dressed up in wedding gowns, ate wedding cake, and took wedding pictures. You can see more proof below.<br />
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I love these girls a) because we can have fun and be silly, but mostly because b) they help me so much with my writing, and their friendship has been invaluable. If you are serious about your writing and want to meet your full potential as an author, I highly recommend finding or creating a writer's group. How do you do this? Network, connect with and make friends with other writers at events like <a href="http://ltue.net/">LTUE</a>, <a href="http://ldstorymakers.com/conferences/">Storymakers</a>, <a href="http://saltlakecomiccon.com/">Comic Con</a>, or even author signings. I met some of these girls at Barnes and Noble's Authorpalooza and one through an English class. Find a few writers who write similar genres to you and make it happen!<br />
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Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-20225242848533353892014-11-03T16:03:00.001-07:002014-11-03T17:24:17.162-07:00The New Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Orlando, Florida<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The new Wizarding World of Harry Potter is incredible. I'm sure you could have guessed that with how Hogsmeade turned out in Islands of Adventure. Universal has researched every detail perfectly to not only get the fans approval, but also J.K. herself. Yeah, they've done their work, and it's paid off. The rides, the shops, the interactive wand experiences<span style="color: #222a35; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">–</span>it's all as it should be, making you feel like you've been transported into Diagon Alley. (That might sound cliche, but that's just how it is). </div>
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Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes.</div>
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Potions everywhere.</div>
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The Knight bus complete with Stan Shunpike.</div>
Hedwig and Harry's trunks at King's Cross station.<br />
Platform 9 3/4 (you actually disappear into the wall as you enter).<br />
My baby trying to eat Butterbeer ice cream, which was way too good to share with her.<br />
The queue line for the Escape from Gringotts ride with plenty of glaring goblins.</div>
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My favorite parts that I wish I could show you: </div>
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Knockturn Alley. My Nikon died <i>right </i>then. But guys, it was freaky and amazing.<br />
The whole ride Escape from Gringotts. It's everything you want it to be, and pardon the cliche again, makes you feel like you are really there.<br />
The train. It was different going each way from Hogsmeade to Diagon Alley with magic happening on the windows outside as well as the compartment inside the train.<br />
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Enjoy the pictures and the surprise videos at the end! <br />
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My family and I just got back from Florida. It was such a good break and I was thrilled we got to visit the seaside village of St. Augustine. Deemed the oldest city in America, you can feel a rich sense of history the moment you arrive. St. Augustine is said to be haunted and offers regular ghost tours daily throughout the city and museums.</div>
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One of the most infamous haunted historic sights is the Fort Castillo De San Marcos. We got to roam around the fort (as best as we could with a stroller) and learn about the endless pirate attacks on St. Augustine.</div>
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Can you believe this city was established in 1565? </div>
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Pirates lurking everywhere...</div>
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Why does Spanish Moss make me so happy? It's the perfect backdrop for such a historic and eerie city.</div>
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Ghost tours anyone? </div>
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In the heart of the city are these charming shops featuring old fashioned ice cream, candy, and restaurants. Can you see why I love it here? </div>
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St. Augustine also has the Fountain of Youth! But unfortunately, this isn't it. The fountain is located next to the Fort Castillo De San Marcos. In 1513, when the Spanish explorer Ponce De Lion came to Florida, he thought it was the actual site of the Fountain of youth. It was believed that the healing waters could reverse the signs of aging. </div>
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Mill Top Tavern. Doesn't it remind you of Hocus Pocus? </div>
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This city is incredible. If you ever get the chance, make the visit to St. Augustine, it's worth the trip! </div>
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Here's my review of Once Upon A Time so far. What did you think? </div>
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Last week was absolutely crazy! It started out with my cat eating rat poison, getting pulled over while running errands, planning and preparing for a baby blessing event, and signing and speaking at Comic Con. It's safe to say that by the end of the week I was <i>exhausted</i>. But even with the madness of it all, I got to meet incredible writers, artists, and fans at Comic Con and speak about subjects that I love. </div>
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I'm sorry if I missed you! Everything right now is a balancing act, but I had a great time on panels talking about writing, Disney sidekicks, Disney villains, Harry Potter, and The Muppets. Yes, The Muppets--that was such a zany, fun, and energetic panel. I could not stop smiling. I think my favorite part was when these colorful aliens above came shuffling down the aisle mid-panel. Afterwards we took a picture together and I'm guessing my arm was pretty tasty!</div>
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I have loved being a part of Salt Lake Comic Con, and I'm so appreciative of all the hard work that goes into planning. It's incredible to be able to experience such talent and join together to celebrate some of our favorite things.</div>
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Here's till next year! </div>
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What were some of your favorite parts of Salt Lake Comic Con? </div>
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(P.S. My Cat is okay! He's a happy kitty and is completely better now).</div>
Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-86521618784954369152014-09-04T03:00:00.000-06:002014-09-04T03:00:03.724-06:00Salt Lake Comic Con 2014<img height="400" src="http://watchplayread.com/files/2014/05/wpid-unnamed.png" width="398" /><br />
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Salt Lake Comic Con is this week! I am so excited to be a panelist and discuss writing, Disney villains and sidekicks, and Harry Potter. If you're there, come check out these fun panels!<br />
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Thursday September 4, 7:00 pm <br />
Disney Silent Sidekicks<br />
Room 251A<br />
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Friday September 5, 5:00 pm <br />
Muppets<br />
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Saturday September 6, 2:00 pm <br />
Your Own Visit to Hogwarts: Real- World Potter Magic in Florida and England<br />
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Saturday September 6, 6:00 pm<br />
My Favorite Disney Princess Villain<br />
Room 251A<br />
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<a href="http://saltlakecomiccon.com/">SaltlakeComicCon.com</a>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-39646436572023631512014-08-27T04:00:00.000-06:002014-08-27T04:00:08.227-06:00I Put a Spell on You...<img src="http://cdn.sheknows.com/articles/children-at-door-trick-or-treating.jpg" height="266" width="400" /><br />
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I'm working on my newest novel. It's a spooky middle grade story about a girl who's obsessed with Halloween. It's so strange to be finished with my shapeshifting series, but it's a lot of fun starting new projects. As I look for fresh inspiration, I keep thinking of some of my favorite kid-friendly scary movies and books.<br />
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All of these stories left a lasting impressing on me when I was younger. I love a good spooky tale!<br />
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Ah, yes, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. One of Disney's creepiest cartoons and definitely a classic. Bing Crosby narrates the tale of superstitious Ichabod Crane and the headless horseman in Sleepy Hollow. I love how Disney stayed true to Washington Irving's story, but still added enough humor to make sure it wasn't too scary for kiddos.<br />
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You've got to love Hocus Pocus. The Sanderson sisters come back to Salem for one night only and create havoc for high school student Max Dennison. This movie is full of Halloween music and fun (see the end of this post for reference *grins*). I still watch it every fall.<br />
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I'm not sure how well known this series is, but I loved them in elementary. The Bailey School kids books are packed with stories about every kind of mythical character and creature a kid could think of. They're really lighthearted and perfect for getting kids reading. My favorite was Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots.<br />
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I read And Then There Were None for the first time in seventh grade and really enjoyed the mystery. Ten strangers vacation at an island resort after receiving a mysterious invitation. Once there, they discover a nursery rhyme about ten little Indians that predicts their deaths on the island, one by one. If you haven't read this classic, try it out this Halloween. The black and white movie is super creepy too!<br />
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Speaking of mystery novels, The Westing Game is one of the best whodunit books with plenty of memorable characters and clever wit. It's a Newbery medal book and a fantastic novel for younger readers.<br />
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Those are some of the most memorable spooky stories for me growing up, what are yours?<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />I've loved mermaids ever since I was a little girl, so it's no surprise that in The Shapeshifter's Secret Series there are several sirens, water nymphs, and mermaids. It's probably why I love taking underwater pictures.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's also why I decided to post about some of my favorite mermaid appearances. </span></div>
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Caribbean movie there are a lot of mermaids. Most of them were malevolent, but the movie did
focus on one who was kind and loving. I became so enthralled with the mermaid, Serena, and her story, that
I stopped caring about Jack Sparrow and the other pirates. (P.s. are they are making another one? Because they really ended Serena's story with a cliffhanger). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the Submarine ride first opened at Disneyland in 1959, they hired women to dress up as mermaids and sit out on the rocks of the
lagoon. My mom still remembers seeing those mermaids when she was little and
how mesmerizing they were.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Also at Disneyland, the mermaids on the Peter Pan ride. Did you know the front one is Ariel?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">How cool is that?</span><br />
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I have a lot of fun memories about dressing up like a mermaid when I was younger. Recently I found this necklace with a mermaid on the front and I couldn't help but get it. It
reminded me of all my mermaid adventures when I as younger. Also it was
sparkly, I can’t pass up things that are sparkly...</span><br />
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What are your mermaid memories? Do you have a favorite mermaid book or movie? </span></div>
Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-87498904455498302722014-07-25T20:36:00.005-06:002014-07-25T20:39:20.656-06:00The Shapeshifter's Secret Giveaway! <div style="text-align: center;">
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Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-20699286635799474742014-06-07T16:44:00.001-06:002014-06-07T16:54:07.752-06:00The Secret of Darkwood Castle <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This week I was lucky enough to have my sweet friend Mindy Holt review The Secret of Darkwood Castle. I loved her review, which you can read <a href="http://minreadsandreviews.blogspot.com/2014/06/the-secret-of-darkwood-castle-by.html">here</a>.<br />
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Join the Facebook launch party tonight and enter to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Here's the link: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/708379135893710/?notif_t=plan_user_joined">www.facebook.com/events</a>.<br />
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Annnnnd today is also the last day to enter to win a signed copy of The Secret of Darkwood Castle, enter below!<br />
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<script src="//widget.rafflecopter.com/load.js"></script>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-457444826385760872.post-77070314773789009822014-05-15T16:07:00.000-06:002014-05-19T17:43:26.984-06:00The Secret of Darkwood Castle Facebook Launch Party! <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLyLlzFzK-Pzs55FhKVhal452b4moBVNC6KOmJz1hgfsTVlD7YH40seYOyVqFd037RfdgDy51CAX9wTbsvGm156iMam5ld5KwTmLkrKk5g2nlWaGHaB0Bq2NuHRlEiOC-kcifwvMtL0A/s1600/Darkwood+Castle+cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLyLlzFzK-Pzs55FhKVhal452b4moBVNC6KOmJz1hgfsTVlD7YH40seYOyVqFd037RfdgDy51CAX9wTbsvGm156iMam5ld5KwTmLkrKk5g2nlWaGHaB0Bq2NuHRlEiOC-kcifwvMtL0A/s1600/Darkwood+Castle+cover.jpg" height="400" width="250" /></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17.920000076293945px;">Come celebrate the launch of The Secret of Darkwood Castle, the last book in </span>The Shapeshifter's Secret<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17.920000076293945px;"> trilogy! You're invited to join in the fun on Facebook where you'll be entered to win a ton of great prizes!</span></span><br />
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When: Wednesday May 21st at 6 PM.<br />
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Where: Online via Facebook. Join the party here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/708379135893710/708379449227012/?notif_t=event_mall_comment">facebook.com/TheSecretofDarkwoodCastle</a>.<br />
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What: Fun, games, and a whole lot of giveaways, including a $50 Amazon Gift Card!<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">See you there!</span>Heather Ostlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01471445622398775298noreply@blogger.com0