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Jul
2017
Author Visit
By Cindy Murray on July 8, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
“I love, love your third book!” I recently presented to Mrs. Glynn’s 4th/5th grade class regarding all three of my books in The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Book Series. I talked about writing techniques, plot development, character ideas, and the publishing industry. Mrs. Glynn (one of Poway Unified School District’s 2015 Teacher of the […]
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Oct
2016
Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Something’s Fishy receives 5-Star Review!
By Cindy Murray on October 8, 2016 in My Posts with No Comments
I’m happy to announce that Readers’ Favorite has recognized the second book in my book series, “Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Something’s Fishy“, with a 5-star review! This review validates that this adventure-mystery is perfect for readers ages 8 to 12. Read the review at: https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/sophie-and-scotties-adventures-of-somethings-fishy
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Oct
2016
READERS FAVORITE RECOGNIZES “SOPHIE AND SCOTTIE’S ADVENTURES OF THE MONARCH MYSTERY” SILVER AWARD
By Cindy Murray on October 8, 2016 in Press Releases with No Comments
Readers Favorite recognizes “Sophie and Scotties Adventures of the Monarch Mystery” in its 2016 international book award contest. SAN DIEGO, CA – 10/07/2016 (PRESS RELEASE JET) — The 2016 Readers’ Favorite International Book Award Contest featured thousands of contestants from over a dozen countries. Readers’ Favorite has become the fastest growing book review and award […]
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Sep
2016
Orange County Children’s Book Festival 2016
By Cindy Murray on September 24, 2016 in My Posts with 1 Comment
I was really busy in my Author’s Corner booth selling and signing all of my award winning books in The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Trilogy.
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Aug
2016
Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Sweet Tooth Rock WINS GOLD FAMILY CHOICE AWARD
By Cindy Murray on August 30, 2016 in My Posts with No Comments
Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Sweet Tooth Rock has just received the 2016 Gold Family Choice Award for being recognized as the best in children’s and parenting products. Now in it’s 21st year, the “Family Choice Award” is one of the most coveted, family friendly consumer award programs in the nation. Parents can be assured […]
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Dec
2015
AUTHOR BOOK EVENTS 2017
By Cindy Murray on December 16, 2015 in My Posts with No Comments
AWARD WINNING ADVENTURES OF SOPHIE AND SCOTTIE TRILOGY EVENTS SCHEDULE: JAN 22nd I will be pitching my Screenplay – “Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery” to DreamWorks Animation. JAN 1st through DEC 31st – “Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Sweet Tooth Rock” will be in the San Diego Public Library On-line Author Exhibit. […]
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Nov
2015
Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery gets 5-Star Review!
By Cindy Murray on November 7, 2015 in My Posts with No Comments
I’m excited to share that Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery has received a 5-Star Review from Readersfavorite.com. Their website is one of the fastest growing review sites for authors on the internet and is the recipient of the “Honor Excellence” and “Best Website for Authors” awards by the Assoc. of Independent Authors. […]
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Jul
2014
Monarch Butterflies
By Cindy Murray on July 10, 2014 in My Posts with 6 Comments
One of the best recognized butterfly species on earth is the Monarch Butterfly. Each November hundreds of millions of butterflies from the U.S. and Canada migrate to a mountainous region 60 miles west of Mexico City near Angangueo, Mexico. This phenomenon is considered one of the greatest migrations on earth. Too learn more about the […]
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Aug
2017
The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Series WINS 2017 Gold Family Choice Award!
By Cindy Murray on August 5, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
Family Choice Awards has given The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Series the 2017 Gold Family Choice Award. The books’ “extraordinary” high score of 100 out of 110 qualified the series for this prestigious award. Now in its 22nd year, the “Family Choice Award” is one of the most coveted award programs in the nation. […]
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Aug
2017
Family Choice Awards give The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie a Top Score!
By Cindy Murray on August 2, 2017 in My Posts with 2 Comments
In order to qualify for a Gold Family Choice Award, each item is judged in 11 catagories with a total high score of 110 points. All three of my books have been given 100 out of 110! This email states that this is an “Extraordinary Score!”
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Jul
2017
Highland Ranch Elementary Writers Camp 2017
By Cindy Murray on July 24, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
I shared the award winning Adventures of Sophie and Scottie book series to these campers and we had a great time! We discussed writing tips, character and plot development, made some noise with the Sophie and Scottie half-beat chant, and a also read from the first book in this series; Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of […]
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Jun
2017
Stone Ranch Elementary Writers Camp 2017
By Cindy Murray on June 13, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
I had a great time with the kids at this summer’s Writers Camp 2017! We discussed plot and character development, how to create a process for writing, the importance of details in your story, and ways to get published. Lots of Q & A followed with several students stating that they have read at least […]
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Apr
2017
Linfield Christian School Author Visit
By Cindy Murray on April 6, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
I had a great visit with Linfield Christian School 2nd and 4th graders. I had lots of orders and I’m personalizing and signing The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie for various students.
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Feb
2017
Readers’ Favorite Awards Ceremony
By Cindy Murray on February 16, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
I was happy to receive my Silver Medal for winning in the Children-Adventure category for excellence in writing. This Readers’ Favorite International Awards Ceremony was held in Miami Florida where authors from all over the world attended!
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Feb
2017
Tierra Bonita E.S. 4th/5th Graders
By Cindy Murray on February 16, 2017 in My Posts with No Comments
There was a lot of interaction at today’s author visits with the 4th and 5th graders in Mrs. Glynn’s class. We had a great time with the “Half Beat Chant” and Q&A after my presentation and reading of the third book; “Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Sweet Tooth Rock!”
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Jan
2017
2017 Sophie and Scottie Newsletter – Issue 1
By Cindy Murray on January 18, 2017 in Newsletter with No Comments
Here is the latest Newsletter about what’s been going on with The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie adventure-mystery books. The latest 2017 Newsletter 2017 Newsletter Issue-1 Newsletter Form: Newsletter form
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Nov
2016
Sophie and Scottie Newsletter
By Cindy Murray on November 13, 2016 in Newsletter with No Comments
To keep up with Sophie and Scottie, please join my newsletter! The following is the Newsletter sign-up form: Newsletter sign-up form Enjoy reading the November/December Newsletter: November-December Newsletter
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