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geekwayne's review against another edition
1.0
'Untitled' with story and pictures by Timothy Young is a story with two characters who break the fourth wall.
Two animal characters want something to happen. The author needs to give them something to do, and they are very vocal about it. They point out his laziness when he changes one fo the characters from a porcupine to a capybara so he won't have to draw the quills. They lament not being in other children's books.
I've read a few of these kind of titles and some are better than others. This is not one of the better ones. There are things I liked, like the library full of other children's books featuring the former porcupine. There are things I didn't like, such as the demeaning way the characters treat the author. I don't think this makes it a very good children's book.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Schiffer Publishing Ltd. and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
Two animal characters want something to happen. The author needs to give them something to do, and they are very vocal about it. They point out his laziness when he changes one fo the characters from a porcupine to a capybara so he won't have to draw the quills. They lament not being in other children's books.
I've read a few of these kind of titles and some are better than others. This is not one of the better ones. There are things I liked, like the library full of other children's books featuring the former porcupine. There are things I didn't like, such as the demeaning way the characters treat the author. I don't think this makes it a very good children's book.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Schiffer Publishing Ltd. and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
readingwithmygoldens's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to Schiffer Publishing and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this HILARIOUS children's book in exchange for an honest review.
Buy this book for everyone you know! It's for children, but like animated films that we all watch today, there is plenty for the adults. This book made me laugh out loud it was so funny and clever! When I saw this was available to request, I clicked on it to see what it was about and there was no description. I saw that there were three glowing reviews so I decided to check it out and I'm really glad I did.
Ignatz and Carlos are friends who are waiting for the author to draw them an interesting story to be in. Their dialogue between each other is commentary on what the author/illustrator does and doesn't write in the book. The illustrations were fabulous and helped enhance the story. I don't want to say much more because it's best going in as blind as possible.
I highly recommend you buy this book and add it to your library. I know it will be a part of mine once it is published in May 2019!!
Buy this book for everyone you know! It's for children, but like animated films that we all watch today, there is plenty for the adults. This book made me laugh out loud it was so funny and clever! When I saw this was available to request, I clicked on it to see what it was about and there was no description. I saw that there were three glowing reviews so I decided to check it out and I'm really glad I did.
Ignatz and Carlos are friends who are waiting for the author to draw them an interesting story to be in. Their dialogue between each other is commentary on what the author/illustrator does and doesn't write in the book. The illustrations were fabulous and helped enhance the story. I don't want to say much more because it's best going in as blind as possible.
I highly recommend you buy this book and add it to your library. I know it will be a part of mine once it is published in May 2019!!
winelovingbooknerd's review against another edition
2.0
I read this story with my 8 year old and we both enjoyed the illustrations, especially the re-done book covers of well known books, but we felt like the story itself came up short.
https://www.schifferbooks.com/untitled-6617.html
Thank you to Schiffer Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
https://www.schifferbooks.com/untitled-6617.html
Thank you to Schiffer Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
bookishlizz's review against another edition
5.0
YES! There have been so few picture books to make me honestly laugh recently and this one had me cracking up. I can't wait for it to come out so I can read it during storytimes at the bookstore.
First, I love a book about the writing process - it makes a book have greater value. It is a funny story to read to preschoolers, but is a useful tool when teaching the writing process in grade school.
Carlos and Ignaz are hilariously confused in this delightful picture book by Timothy Young. A coatimundi and a capybara (who began the book as a porcupine until the illustrator changed his mind) are just waiting for the author to actually start writing their story. They dream about what might happen and when something FINALLY does, they are taken by surprise.
This story is hilarious for all ages and would be a fun tool when teaching the roles of author and illustrator.
I'd pair this with Chloe and the Lion by Mac Barnett & Adam Rex and Chester by Melanie Watt for a hilarious character vs author vs illustrator themed storytime.
First, I love a book about the writing process - it makes a book have greater value. It is a funny story to read to preschoolers, but is a useful tool when teaching the writing process in grade school.
Carlos and Ignaz are hilariously confused in this delightful picture book by Timothy Young. A coatimundi and a capybara (who began the book as a porcupine until the illustrator changed his mind) are just waiting for the author to actually start writing their story. They dream about what might happen and when something FINALLY does, they are taken by surprise.
This story is hilarious for all ages and would be a fun tool when teaching the roles of author and illustrator.
I'd pair this with Chloe and the Lion by Mac Barnett & Adam Rex and Chester by Melanie Watt for a hilarious character vs author vs illustrator themed storytime.
ljrinaldi's review against another edition
4.0
Silly sort of story.
The two animals are doing a "Waiting for Godot" in that they are waiting for the writer to do something. In the meantime, they talk about what they would like to have happen.
I liked these tributes to the great children's books out there. (the pictures below)
And of course the ending is silly too.
Probably more for the adult children, because I'm not sure that the kids would get all the references to other picture books, unless they are well read.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
The two animals are doing a "Waiting for Godot" in that they are waiting for the writer to do something. In the meantime, they talk about what they would like to have happen.
I liked these tributes to the great children's books out there. (the pictures below)
And of course the ending is silly too.
Probably more for the adult children, because I'm not sure that the kids would get all the references to other picture books, unless they are well read.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
thewoollygeek's review against another edition
5.0
A great story with wonderful illustrations and very entertaining, well written to entertain adults and children. Two characters wait for the artist to write the story, we also lean about them as we wait , a great ending and let’s hope there is another
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
sarahwyatt0726's review against another edition
3.0
The two animals in this picture book are frustrated with their author/illustrator for not writing them a good enough story. This was a cute read with some very funny moments--particularly the redone book covers of other famous picture books.
I think that I found this book funnier as an adult librarian who reads picture books all the time, and I could see my older students enjoying it. Preschoolers probably wouldn't understand it. I would recommend for school age (K+).
I think that I found this book funnier as an adult librarian who reads picture books all the time, and I could see my older students enjoying it. Preschoolers probably wouldn't understand it. I would recommend for school age (K+).
lacyduckie's review against another edition
5.0
“Did you really just say OMG?”
“Sorry, he made me say it.”
Untitled is a laugh-out-loud hilarious short and cute Children's picture book where the characters aren't quite sure who they're supposed to be or what the author is trying to do with their plot. They might have a few ideas though. Maybe the sequel should be a choose-your-own adventure? 👀💞
For some reason Untitled reminded me of the old Nickelodeon cartoon, The Angry Beavers. 😂
***Thank you to Netgalley and Schiffer Publishing Ltd. for giving me the opportunity to read and review Untitled.***
jmanchester0's review against another edition
4.0
Books that make you laugh are worth their weight in gold.
But it‰ЫЄs hard to put a price on books that put a smile on your face.
Untitled was cute, and a lot of fun. Really creative. It‰ЫЄs books like this that make me wish that I had a little one to read them to again.
Recommended.
Thanks to NetGalley and Schiffer Publishing Ltd. for a copy in return for an honest review.
But it‰ЫЄs hard to put a price on books that put a smile on your face.
Untitled was cute, and a lot of fun. Really creative. It‰ЫЄs books like this that make me wish that I had a little one to read them to again.
Recommended.
Thanks to NetGalley and Schiffer Publishing Ltd. for a copy in return for an honest review.
lucsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
This is just a really short story that is absolutely worth the read. It won't take more than five minutes and it will put a smile in your face for sure. If you love characters that know they are inside a story and decide to break the fourth wall and make fun of the author in a way that the story is both parts interacting with each other then this is for you. Also, the illustrations are absolutely amazing.