Monday, February 23, 2015

Review of Her Pink Hair by Illustrator/Author Jill Dana

A sensitive new children's book about childhood cancer has been written and illustrated by artist/author, Jill Dana and published by Guardian Angel Publishing. 

Her Pink Hair is a story about two little girls.  The narrator tells the story of her best friend, Stephanie, who has pink hair.  How did she get pink hair?  Stephanie used to have long brown hair then short brown hair.  But she got sick, was very tired and then she had no hair.

The story's text is lovingly written and easy for young readers of ages five to eight.  The illustrations, created by Ms. Dana are made of mixed media clay, done in a mixture of pastel and somewhat brighter colors.
Jill Dana at the Miami SCBWI
Conference, Jan. 2015 


I would heartily recommend this thoughtful book to parents, librarians, and other caregivers of children.  Her topic is a difficult and important one that is well done.  Ms. Dana has achieved a successful marriage of  reality, appropriate prose, and luscious illustrations. 


Jill Dana is an author, illustrator, artist, teacher, and
 filmmaker. She is a certified elementary educator with a Master of Education from FAU. She is an award-winning filmmaker with an MFA in film and television production from USC. She also studied psychology and motion pictures at the University of Miami. The author will donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Her Pink Hair to a children’s charitable organization.

Please visit www.jilldanabooks.com

15 comments:

  1. Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful, well-written review! :)

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  2. It's a pleasure having you and your lovely book showcased on the blog. All best wishes with it!

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    1. Thank you again Nancy for helping to spread the word about #HerPinkHair and for your supportive words!! <3

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  3. What a sweet book! And how loving to donate a portion to children. Congrats to the author and thank you, Nancy, for the review.

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  4. Beautiful review about a beautiful and important book. I read it some months ago and found it charming and thoughtful.

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    1. I'm so happy to read your thoughts on #HerPinkHair. Thank you for this comment and for your continued support of 'Her Pink Hair', Jane Ellen.

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  5. I pinned your great review of this heartfelt book to my Pinterest Book Reviews (kids to YA) board. Nicely done Jill.

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    1. Great! Thank you Margot!
      I joined Pinterest a while ago, but I need to take the time to learn how to navigate Pinterest. I will search for your board and follow it (or pin it, I'm not sure of the terminology). :)

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  6. Hi Nancy and Dana, great review. I also read, reviewed, and enjoyed this book. It's very much needed to help children through a difficult experience of losing a friend. Blessings,
    Penny (www.penelopeannecole.com)

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  7. I am fascinated not only by the story but the illustrations look wonderful. I hope not only kids and their families read this one, but it would be great in doctor's offices and hospitals as well. Wonderful review Nancy.

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    1. Thank you so much for your supportive comments about #HerPinkHair, Sharon! :)

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  8. This is rthe only book for kids I've ever seen on this topic, and it's well done.

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    1. Thank you again for your continued support Jan!! :)

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