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Do You Like Trains? 

Latest book by author, Ann Tarpley Francesco
Illustrated by Rebecca Solow
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OFFICIAL RELEASE JANUARY 1, 2020.

In the spirit of Dr. Seuss, author Ann Tarpley Francesco introduces a train-loving squirrel who enthusiastically shares a variety of reasons behind his favorite playtime activity with a new raccoon friend. Readers of all ages will enjoy the rhyming fun. You’ll fall in love with the woodland characters brought to life by illustrator, Rebecca Solow, and most likely trains too! 

​Ideal for ages 3 – 8 years-old (Pre-K up to Third Grade reading levels). Hardcover 32-page keepsake book will be available for purchase in pre-publication at shows where Ann Tarpley Francesco will appear through the end of December, 2019.  Also available at the shows is a Special Holiday Coloring  Gift Set that includes the book, 8-pack of Crayola crayons, holiday train coloring page, Finger Puppet Fun cut-out coloring sheet packaged in a white drawstring organza bag.
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Available currently through Locomotion Press, Do You Like Trains?  book will be available nationally at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other retailers after January 1, 2019.

​For more about the inspiration behind the book, CLICK HERE.

Reviews Coming Soon!

FAMILIES LOVED THE GINGERBREAD TRAIN !
Ann Tarpley Francesco's first book, The Gingerbread Train - Santa's Secret Gift has warmed the hearts of many families, becoming a holiday tradition. 

"I am so pleased with my purchase of 6 Gingerbread Train gift sets! Friends and their children that I gifted them to are excited and delighted! The book is fun and the children are begging to make the Gingerbread Train! Thank you Ann Tarpley Francesco for writing such a valuable book and creating this beautiful gift opportunity!" - RB

"An excellent idea for children of all ages. No one ever gets too old to enjoy Gingerbread …” - RG

"There's a child in every family who just knows that special magic of Santa and for those who are fascinated with the wonder of locomotives, the Gingerbread Train will be a favorite! We talked about all our secret "Santa Magic" moments while we made our own family Christmas Train with the train cookie-cutter that came with the story. Looking forward to Christmas 2018 as we've decided to make it a
tradition." - AEH

"What a wonderfully well-written holiday story! A must-add to your holiday traditions!" - JB
The Gingerbread Train BOOK: 
ISBN 978-099929190-0
Retail Price: $24.95 (+tax/shipping)
Holiday Special Pricing: $15.95 (+tax/shipping)

The Gingerbread Train eBOOK: 
ISBN 978-099929190-0
​Online Price: $9.99 (+tax)
(Through Barnes & Noble only)

BAKING GIFT SET:
ISBN 978-099929191-7
Retail Price: $28.95 (+tax/shipping)
Holiday Special Pricing: $19.95 (+tax/shipping)

Available at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, or  direct from Locomotion Press Online Store.
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Ann Tarpley Francesco - Head Shot
NEW Book Gift Set - Photo Image #1
​NEW Book Gift Set - Photo Image #2
NEW Book - One Page Overview
Author - Bio / Q&A Topics
General News Release

Do You Like Trains? BOOK: 
ISBN 978-09992919-3-1
Retail Price: $12.95 (+tax/shipping)

HOLIDAY GIFT SET: 
ISBN 978-09992919-4-8
​Online Price: $16.95 (+tax)

COLORING GIFT SET:
ISBN 978-09992919-5-5
Retail Price: $16.95 (+tax/shipping)
(Available after January 1, 2020)

Available direct only from Locomotion Press Online Store until January 1, 2020, then available worldwide at book retailers. 
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