My Lil Pony Tale

Wow! Where does the time go?! It seems like I just blinked and almost a year has flown by since my last post. I have had SO many PONY adventures and I really need to share with you all. I have literally traveled around the world because of MY LITTLE PONY this past year. It has been kind of amazing! Alas, that is the focus of another day and post. Today, I have really exciting news!!

I've been helping Bonnie Zacherle with her new book, My Lil Pony Tale, and I just received the proof copies yesterday. Bonnie wrote and illustrated this book herself and it tells the story of how she came up with the idea of MY LITTLE PONY. It will soon be available through Amazon.:)

 In the meantime, I have just listed Bonnie's book on the MY LITTLE PONY Fair Store. It is listed for the same price as Amazon and  we'll be offering Free Shipping on all preorders. Books will ship out on August 17th. Bonnie will receive a bigger royalty % from orders placed through the Fair Store than  on Amazon since Amazon takes a cut of the profits, so if you are thinking about purchasing, consider purchasing through the Fair Store. 

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I'm so happy to be able to finally get Bonnie's story to you all. She is an amazing lady and she is really excited about her book. I'd love for her to get some love from collectors and maybe a nice royalty check too. Here's the link to reserve your copy! 

https://store1004005.ecwid.com/

"Bonnie Zacherle tells the story of her creation of one of the most beloved and iconic toys through her own drawings. Perfect for collectors and Pony fans alike, this charming book gives the reader a history lesson in a fun way suitable for all ages! 8.5"x 8.5" 30 full color pages. This item is pre-order and will ship August 17th. Free shipping eligible for preorder."

My Little Brony: A Book Review

It seems the Brony craze is alive and well as its culture continues to fascinate and puzzle. It permeates art, music, films, and now fiction with the book, My Little Brony An Unofficial Novel about Finding the Magic of Friendship, written by K.M. Hayes (no relation). The novel, which is written from the perspective of a high school boy struggling with social acceptance, brings the reader into the world of Bronies. The writer successfully gives a brief history of the movement while also portraying gender stereotypes and how they negatively influence the central character in both his family and social spheres. With the help of a quirky female classmate, the main character learns to embrace his love of My Little Pony ultimately resulting in a newfound self-confidence and positive outlook.

 I feel that this book would be best suited for Young Adult readers and that it may speak to those who may have encountered similar struggles in their own lives and perhaps provide them with encouragement. In fact, shortly after completing this book, I sent my copy to a friend’s son to enjoy. My only criticism, is the use of strong language in one passage of the book. While, I understand the author’s choice to convey emotion, I feel that the book could have benefited from a wider audience without utilizing words that can be polarizing and would then have been an excellent candidate for school libraries or anti-bullying curriculum. Still, this novel was an enjoyable read and I feel that Bronies will appreciate the fictionalization of their shared experience.