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December 9, 2015

Reviews Are In – Readers LOVE It’s Hard to be Good!

Readers are raving about K.J. Hales new book, “It’s Hard to be Good” starring Ellie the Wienerdog. “… a blast for my little ones.” – Art Woods, Librarian “This book should be in every kindergarten classroom as well as in family libraries…” 5 out of 5 Stars – Carla Johnson-Hicks, Educator “This book made me laugh …

November 18, 2015

Ellie’s Pawtograph Faux-Paws

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I can’t believe it’s already been a week since my first book was released! This Pawtograph gig is not as easy as you would think. Here are a few of my “Faux-Paws.” You can order YOUR copy of my book right here: www.elliethewienerdog.com

November 7, 2015

It’s Hard to be Good book trailer

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Here is a sneak preview of the children’s book, It’s Hard to be Good book trailer, featuring our own “Bookstar” Ellie the Wienerdog, coming out on Tuesday, November 10th, 2015. Enjoy!

October 31, 2015

Happy Halloweenie!

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Happy Halloweenie! Thank you Joe for the winning costume idea in our Facebook mini competition! I’m Ellie the Magic Dragon! Ellie the Wienerdog

October 29, 2015

Ellie the Wienerdog says, Happy Cat Day!

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Happy Cat Day! Did you know today is Cat Day?! Oooo, I think they have claws! Meow! Ellie the Wienerdog

October 18, 2015

Hard to be Good – Retell the Story Game

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Can you Retell Ellie’s Story “It’s Hard to be Good?” Are you a good listener? Show how well you paid attention to Ellie’s adventure by helping us retrace her steps. Tell the story to a family member or friend who might not have read “It’s Hard to be Good.” This game is great for learning

October 16, 2015

Learn to Draw Ellie

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See just how easy it is to learn to draw Ellie for yourself! Grab paper and a pencil and let’s get to work! A few circles and lines later, wah-lah, Ellie appears! Now you are ready to draw Ellie getting into any crazy adventure you can dream of!

October 16, 2015

Did somebody say Taco Tuesday?

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Did somebody say Taco Tuesday? Here is a little Ellie Tuesday humor to brighten your day! Click and share a smile with friends!

October 16, 2015

Meet Kim Hales, Publisher and Author

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Kim Hales is the founder of Open Door Press and author of the children’s book series, Life’s Little Lessons by Ellie the Wienerdog. She is an award winning photographer, artist and writer who found her inspiration through her muse, Ellie the Wienerdog. Because Kim has always believed in the power and magic of a good

October 16, 2015

Hello from Open Door Press!

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Thank you for stopping by. We hope you enjoy what you find! Open Door Press is a publishing company dedicated to the magic that comes from a beloved book. Our muse, Ellie the Wienerdog, has provided us with the first of several books to be published, beginning with “It’s Hard to Be Good,” Lesson #1 in

September 29, 2015

Hard to be Good – Synonym Word Game

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This is the Syn-o-nym Word Game for Ellie’s Book “It’s Hard to be Good” A synonym is a word that has almost the same meaning as another word. Read the book then play the Word Match Game to see how many synonyms you can match up! Have Fun Learning! ~Ellie the Wienerdog

September 29, 2015

Hard to be Good – Memory Card Game

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How Good is Your Memory? Find out with this super fun game based on Ellie’s book “It’s Hard to be Good.” Read the book then play the game with your friends and see who can get all the cards matched first! Have Fun Learning! ~Ellie the Wienerdog

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