At Exotic Flowers in Boston, we are avid readers. We especially love children's books. We know that reading to children fostersSo be a lifetime love affair with books. Our favorite author, Suzie Canale is at it again. As a premier children's book author, Suzie has shared her amazing children's book with us.

Now Suzie is working with fellow authors Chad Pio and Greg Tetreault to bring a valuable review site on children's books. 'Three Lights in the Attic Book Review' hopes to provide parents with a little direction in choosing the best books for their children. The site is written with positive reviews and great suggestions. While the authors do accept many submissions, the review's " goal is to endorse some great reads we three authors have found along our way, while giving age-appropriate guidelines, topics discussed and full descriptions of the stories."

This summer you will be heading to your local bookstore to build your children's book library. Make sure that you check this review site for some great tips on some amazing children's books. And if you like the reviews, keep in mind that you can purchase any of the reviewers books from Exotic Flowers in Boston.

 At 1pm on Saturday, September 8th, 2012 - Exotic Flowers favorite author Suzie Canale will be signing and reading from her latest children's book, 'The Candy Roses of Cape Care,'. 

SUZIE CANALE: "The Candy Roses of Cape Care" (Andover)

The Candy Roses of Cape Care is the third installment in The Beantown Tales: Green Series where a group of six cousins rally together to save a magical beach's candy sprouting roses from extinction. Growing every sweet treat imaginable from lollipops to gummy bears, the team must work fast to clean up their sandy shores before pollution threatens to halt the production of an enchanted potion produced by the sea. Keeping in theme with the prequels, The Land of Chocolate Cosmos (winner of the 2011 Green Difference Book by the Massachusetts Green Schools Org and 2011 Honorable Mention by the New England Book Festival) and The Popcorn Hydrangea of Poppingtom, Suzie Canale, the author educates while empowering readers to make key changes within their communities. This book tantalizes tummies with yummy imagery nestled in fantastical worlds. Suzie is also an Exotic Flowers' blogger and our poet in residence.

A surprising and moving novel of fathers and sons, forgiveness and redemption, set in the world of Major League Baseball… A quick read, kind of like a good short story; vintage Grisham. Cannot wait for the movie.

 On vacation but feel like you should be building your business ? Marketing guru, Lou Imbriano sets forth an ideal blue print for growing your business. Many of Lou's ideas are cost effective and easy to implement right away. 

No mystery why this novel remains a best seller. Now in paperback, you have no excuse but to pick up a copy. This is one of the best books I have read in years. If you enjoy baseball and have always wanted to find a great novel, you cannot miss with this book.

Micah Solomon's latest book really hits the mark. He lays a great foundation of customer service applications in the first seven chapters. With real world companies used as models, Micah provides a foundation that businesses of all sizes can implement.
Great takeaways include the importance of a company culture and showing how it really defines your business. Micah's book addresses an important need of creating on line loyalty. This question is asked by brick and mortar stores every day. Micah really understands the importance of quick response, anticipating a client's needs and the need for standards.
From his principles of on line self service to his theme of 'let customers hear from you before they have to ask for anything themselves.' This book will remain on my shelf as a reference/ customer service text book for years to come.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who has a web presence of any type, no matter how big or small.

The Land of Chocolate Cosmos by Suzie Canale is excellently suited towards Nature studies, and will teach students the material clearly without overcomplicating the subject. Its high standard of excellence, making sure that it stays one of the foremost Nature studies textbooks. 

The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach has been rated the best book of 2011 by Amazon.com This novel is the best book I have read in years and I encourage any and all to pick up a copy.

Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain is one of those books that everyone wants to read but has never picked up a copy. This book is well worth reading and is a quick read. Pick up a few copies for friends as it is very affordable.

 Winning the Customer by Lou Imbriano is a keeper for all those looking to build their business. Lou is a great story teller and his ideas can be implemented for a business of any size.

The Popcorn Hydrangea of Poppingtom by Suzie Canale the second installment to the Green Series. Written as the sequel to "The Land of Chocolate Cosmos", this children's book portrays a land with magical popcorn popping flowers, busy drive in movie lots and a determined, environmentally conscious little boy, named Nicholas.  This poetic tale will educate both adults and children on the dangers of air pollution as well as empowering children to make key changes in their communities.  Illustrated by Kevin Coffrey, readers won't be disappointed by the fantastical popcorn world created to teach children about the importance of clean air while keeping tummies tantalized by the buttery popcorn imagery.

Boston, MA

Dear friends,                                                                                                                      August, 2011

At Exotic Flowersin Boston, you often ask us to send gifts for newborns, birthdays and anniversaries. We are honored that you choose our Boston flower shop to be such a special part of your lives.  We realize that sending flowers is all about sending emotions. We do not take that job lightly. At the end of the day, your special events give us purpose. We feel we help make your lives better and we are thankful for this huge responsibility.

At Exotic Flowers -  friendships, relationships and family are so important. Of course we like to share our achievements with you as well. Last winter you showed so much kindness when my wife Suzie released her first children's book, The Land of Chocolate Cosmos. I am thankful.

This week, Suzie has now released her second children's book, The Popcorn Hydrangea of Poppingtom. I know you will love it. For our best clients, we are sending a complimentary copy for your enjoyment. After all, we are all kids at heart. Whether you have kids or just think like one, I know you will love this book.

Thank you for everything. Enjoy the rest of your summer. Know that I am at your disposal.

with gratitude and admiration,