Much-Rejected Book Creating Quite A Buzz Among Industry Insiders
What happened when more than 40 mainstream publishers swatted down the idea of Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee ~ A Bee’s Bit Of Wisdom?
 Dawn Matheson, creator of Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee: A Bee's Bit of Wisdom (40 pp, $17.95), was so convinced the story was a winner, she wouldn't take no for an answer. Instead, she launched the boutique press, Bumble Bee Publishing, and a production company, Bumble Bee Productions, Inc. Matheson then assembled a strong production team, anchored by award-winning illustrator Pamela Barcita, to bring the project to life.
The result? Since its release, Ruby Lee has captured the attention of industry insiders with its strong sales pace and consistent five-star reviews. In less than six months, the title entered its second printing.
Recently the book was awarded the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Silver Medallion for excellence in independent publishing—in not one but two categories!
What's the tale that has garnered such attention? It's the story of a young girl named Ashley who wants to give up in the face of a challenge. The gentle encouragement and common sense from Ruby Lee, a wise bumble bee, prompt Ashley to face her fears, and she grows as a result. Vivid, inventive illustrations help bring the story's garden wonderland to life.
The fear of failing is universal, and children will easily identify with Ashley's plight. Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee encourages children to meet life’s challenges with courage and faith. The sooner they realize that stumbling blocks can become stepping stones, the better off they'll be. This book provides a superb starting point for educators and parents to help children learn this important life lesson.
The Arizona Republic commented, “Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee boosts the confidence of every kid who's ever said, ‘I can't’.”
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Ask for Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee (ISBN 0975434209) at your public library, school library or your favorite  bookstore. Available everywhere books are sold.
Order directly from the publisher and receive this special bonus pack!
With each copy you order, you’ll receive a book plate autographed by author Dawn Matheson and illustrator Pamela Barcita, the Ruby Lee Forget-Me-Not seed packet, the Ruby Lee bookmark, a copy of the Critter Count “Search & Find” Game, the Ruby Lee promotional coloring book (10 images), a Tip Sheet for Teachers, Librarians, Parents and Grandparents, plus FREE USPS Media Mail shipping (within the 48 contiguous states).
And that’s not all! Order by September 15th, and your bonus pack will include coupons for up to 25% off these award-winning books! *
PLUS!! For every 3 copies you order, you’ll also receive the limited edition Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee plush toy made by famous toy maker Mary Meyer Toys!!
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REVIEWS AND ENDORSEMENTS
An uplifting and positive picture book story encouraging self-confidence and self-respect! Midwest Book Review
~ Children’s Bookwatch
Dawn Matheson's Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee: A Bee's Bit Of Wisdom is a thoughtful picture book about the importance of believing in oneself. A young girl lacks self-confidence and feels she is good at nothing. Yet she learns a lesson from a wise and brightly colored bumble bee. The young girl's neighbor tells her the legend of the bumble bee: "When God made the bumble bee, it shouldn't have been able to fly, but God whispered in its ear, 'You can do it.' The bee trusted Him, and so it flew." Nicely enhanced with illustrations by Pamela Barcita, Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee is an uplifting and positive picture book story encouraging self-confidence and self-respect.
“A beautiful book in every way.”
Jay and Liz Scott,
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“A beautiful book with a simple but all important message for young and old alike.”
- Janet Mary Sinke, award-winning author of I Wanna Go To Grandma’s House
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Dawn Matheson has written a beautiful book with a simple but all important message for young and old alike, Bee-lieve in yourself and come to recognize that all of creation is a wonderful gift. Through Ruby Lee, the Bumble Bee, simple wisdom is shared in a simple setting, a garden. And it is here, in the garden, where a young girl named Ashley, comes to believe in her own self. Brought to life through the talents of illustrator Pamela Barcita, the pictures help create a sense of quiet beauty that makes this book an ideal story for a child to read with a parent or grandparent. The lessons presented at the end of the story can stimulate wonderful dialogue and are reflective of the author’s deep spiritual awareness of God’s Presence in each of us and in all creation.
A Delightful character building story children and parents will enjoy many times together!
- Elizabeth Hamilton, best-selling author of Character-in-Action Books
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Ruby Lee the Bumble Bee's story is a delightful blend of powerful, proactive character teaching and warmly beautiful illustrations. Author Dawn Matheson dares to write a purposeful story, infusing Ruby Lee with wisdom that will help young listeners overcome fear of failure and do what they know they should do.
"Well," said Ashley, "I'm not good at anything. What if I break a pot? What if I ruin her beautiful flowers?
What if - ?"
Ruby Lee has little time for such fearful thoughts, and changing the young girl's focus, points out that, "Scientifically speaking, our bodies are far too big for our little wings. We shouldn't be able to fly."
But bees do fly. Bees have the courage to do what seems impossible. They trust their Creator for ability, and so can children.
Rejecting foolish words and bizarre illustrations, author Dawn Matheson and illustrator Pamela Barcita have given us a solid book that children and parents will enjoy together many times.
An enchanting story of conquering fear
by example!
- Madeline Frank, Ph.D., best-selling author of The Secret of Teaching Science & Math Through Music
Dawn Matheson's Ruby Lee The Bumble Bee: A Bee's Bit of Wisdom is a lovely enchanting tale of Ruby Lee the Bumble Bee sharing with her new young friend, Ashley, how to conquer her fear with courage and faith through Ruby Lee's example. Children of all ages and their parents will enjoy this marvelous tale through the wonders of Dawn Matheson's lovely story and rich illustrations by Pamela Barcita.
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