The Magic Gown has been favorably reviewed by:

2010 International Book Awards

'THE MAGIC GOWN' Award-Winning Finalist in
CHILDREN'S FICTION 2010 International Book Awards!
This makes 6 awards for The Magic Gown!

TCM Reviews
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Dallas Book Diva
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Second Saturday Magazine
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ForeWord Magazine
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The Two River Times (August 24, 2007)
Author Brings 'Magic' To Oceanic Library

iParenting Media Award
for Outstanding Product August 2007

Not since "The Wizard of Oz" have young readers of all ages enjoyed such a lush
tale of colorful characters and thrilling adventure, all to the accompaniment of the
author's enchanting vivid illustrations. A beautiful children's story of hope and
transformation and an inspirational reminder of the beauty and strength that
resides in the human spirit. Visit iParenting Media Award link

The Midwest Book Review
(July 07 Children’s Bookwatch) The Fantasy/SciFi Shelf

The Magic Gown is fantasy novel written to delight young readers, and
beautifully illustrated with simple, full-color paintings on virtually every other
page. When eleven- year-old Lilly Segovia is moving, she receives a plain oyster
shell that is far more than what it seems. At her new home, she learns of the
disappearance of a neighbor boy, and becomes drawn into the otherworldly Land of
Ten Kings and Roses. Dragons, dreams, and destiny abound in this enchanting
adventure by children's poetry and dream workshop leader J.L. Kimmel.

Today’s’ Parent (June/July 2007 issue)

ForeWord Magazine (September/October 2007 issue)

ENDORSEMENTS

"The Magic Gown is a quality story about what has already
come... it is not only a magical adventure of transformation
and hope; But an inspirational reminder of the beauty and
strength that resides in the human spirit."

-Angeles Arrien, cultural anthropologist & award winning author

"This magical book is filled with enchantment-exquisite
visuals and a compelling story for all ages. You will step into
a world of wonder through The Magic Gown. Mr. H Myrrh, a
dragon, puts it succinctly, 'Get used to the unusual, kid!'"

-Patrick O'Neill, President, Extraordinary Conversations Inc;
author of the forthcoming book, The Visionmaker.