Playdate Kids Publishing is releasing a new musical series of children’s books in late spring of 2007. The first title "The I Like Me Dance" was chosen for the front cover of the February 26th issue of Publishers Weekly.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/22/2007 -- Playdate Kids Publishing announced today that their first title, "The I Like Me Dance," set to release in May 2007 for their upcoming new music series, was chosen for the front cover of the February 26, 2007 issue of Publishers Weekly.

"Subsequent to receiving glowing adoration for our self-help series, we decided to publish the Playdate Kids musical series—our sing-along adventures that are sure to put a giggle and wiggle into every child. In regard to Publishers Weekly, we are extremely happy that the 'I LIKE ME DANCE' was chosen for the cover. It is always an honor to be noted by such an astute publication," says Tena Fanning, author and President of Playdate Kids Publishing.

The Playdate Kids' first musical adventure, "I Like Me Dance," is an amusing take on early confidence building and musical education. The journey takes place in a zoo and boosts a young child's self-esteem through its encouraging content and self-assured tone.

Playdate Kids Publishing plans to expand its new musical book series with titles such as: Booger Boogie (children's personal hygiene and social skills) and Island Potty Party (potty training and privacy issues). "Our catchy tunes motivate the child to dance and have fun while still learning the social skills all parents want to instill." says Fanning.

TITLE: THE PLAYDATE KIDS: THE "I LIKE ME" DANCE
AUTHOR: TIM FRIEDLANDER
ILLUSTRATOR: WILLIAM B. EDWARDS
MUSIC: TIM FRIEDLANDER
PUB DATE: MAY 2007
PUBLISHER: PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING
PRICE: $14.95
ISBN: 978-1-933721-07-1
PAGES: 32
ILLUSTRATIONS: FULL COLOR THROUGHOUT
TRIM SIZE: 9" x 9"
AGES: 3-6
FORMAT: HARDCOVER

For more information on Playdate Kids Publishing, please contact Mona Loring at (805) 231-3182 or contact@monaloring.com. Please also visit the Playdate Kids Publishing website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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Playdate Kids Publishing offers parents tips to encourage reading to kick off Children's Book Week.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/13/2006 -- Dr. Annie Thiel, author of The Playdate Kids book series will be kicking off Children's Book Week by attending a special story time event at the Malibu Library. She will read her book to the children in attendance and offer a fun, optimistic and helpful discussion afterwards. The event's topic will center on how a young child can cope with the end of a mother's pregnancy and the arrival of a new baby. Parents and children of all ages are all welcome to attend.

Date: November 13, 2006
Time: 4:00 PM
Place: Malibu Public Library

Playdate Kids Publishing encourages parents to read to their children and influence a love of literature at an early age. It is never too early to read to your child.

Here are some tips on how to encourage your child to read:

• Train them early that going to the library can be fun. Visit the library together regularly.
• Buy books and keep them in a special area in their room… this can be a bookcase, closet or in designated drawer. The particular area lets children know that books are important.
• Make sure that your child sees you reading your books. Keep some of your own books around the house.
• Positive reinforcements help! Tell your child that they are a good reader/listener.
• Try buying a children's magazine and read it together.
• Choose books that you can act out. Have some silly fun reading aloud with the character's actions and voices.
• Have your child read to you. If they are too young, tell them to give you the names of the pictures in the book.
• Find computer programs or websites that encourage reading. Visit the websites and play the computer programs with your child.

Reading can be fun! You and your child can explore a world of imagination that only literature can offer.

Happy Children's Book Week!

For additional information, please contact Mona Loring of M. Loring Communications at (805) 231-3182 or contact@monaloring.com. Please also visit the website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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“Danny is Moving” was released October 10, 2006 nationwide in book stores and on Amazon.com.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/26/2006 -- Moving can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a child's life. It is important for parents to communicate and support their children throughout the entire process.

Playdate Kids Publishing released book number three in The Playdate Kids self-help series, authored by renowned clinical psychologist and licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist, Dr. Annie Thiel. The book, titled, "Danny is Moving" was released nationwide on October 10, 2006.

As with all The Playdate Kids books, the theme centers on a difficult life situation that many children face each day. "Danny is Moving" is about Playdate Kid, Danny, feeling afraid to move from his familiar surroundings to a new and unfamiliar area. Young children can feel very confused and anxious when dealing with big life changes.

When Danny finds out that he has to move to a new town from the house he grew up in, he begins to worry. Like all kids, he doesn't want to leave his friends, his school, or his house. He is scared to start his life all over again.

The book teaches the child that moving does not mean that you have to forget about your past. You can cherish the old memories and look forward to making new ones. It helps young children get into the mindset that moving is courageous and fun. The sequel to this book is going to involve a ground-breaking revelation in children's literature.

"Danny's story is going to continue. The Playdate Kids book series has big plans for its second self-help series," says Tena Fanning, President of Playdate Kids Publishing. "America will have to wait and see, but I can say, we will touch upon a controversial subject that many people do not openly write about in children's books."

"Deftly written by child psychologist Annie Thiel Ph D. and colorfully illustrated by W, M. Edwards, Danny Is Moving is an enthusiastically recommended for children ages three to six. An important addition to school and community libraries everywhere, this outstanding picture book entertains while its offers sound information about understanding the emotions commonly encountered when moving from one home to another, from one school to another, and from one community to another."

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TITLE: THE PLAYDATE KIDS: DANNY IS MOVING
AUTHOR: DR. ANNIE THIEL
ILLUSTRATOR: WILLIAM B. EDWARDS
PUBLISHER: PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING
PUB DATE: OCTOBER 10, 2006
PRICE: $14.95
ISBN: 1-933721-02-2
PAGES: 32
ILLUSTRATIONS: FULL COLOR THROUGHOUT
TRIM SIZE: 10" X 10"
AGES: 3-6
FORMAT: HARDCOVER

Author Bio:

Author, Annie Thiel, Ph.D. has more than thirty years experience as a renowned child psychologist. Between her extensive educational background in psychology, work as a clinical psychologist and her license in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy, Dr. Thiel has always had career goals that involved helping children. Her active private practice in Malibu, California, has been consistently successful for families with kids of all ages.

Illustrator Bio:

As illustrator of The Playdate Kids series, Bill Edwards provides engaging characters and vivid images throughout the books. He has worked as an animator for a number of production companies such as Disney, Fox Animation, PAX TV, Fox Sports, Candid Camera, Focus on the Family, Steamroller Entertainment, Studio Animatics, among others. He worked on The Family Guy from its initial development through three years as lead character designer.

Each book in this series is illustrated in full color throughout, is 32 pages long, has a trim size of 10" x 10", a library binding, and is priced at $14.95.

Dr. Annie Thiel and Tena Fanning are available for interviews.

For additional information, please contact Mona Loring at (805) 231-3182 or contact@monaloring.com. Please also visit the website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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President of Playdate Kids Publishing, Tena Fanning, promotes Executive Assistant, Michelle Jefferson to VP of Operations.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/28/2006 -- Tena Fanning, President of Playdate Kids Publishing-- a new children's publishing company, just announced that she has promoted her executive assistant, Michelle Jefferson to Vice President of Operations.

The promotion took place today, but the discussion had been on the table for over a week. Fanning is very excited to increase Jefferson's responsibilities and knows she is up to the task. In fact, with The Playdate Kids book series coming out next month in September, the promotion came at the perfect time. Business is going to be very demanding for Playdate Kids Publishing.

Michelle Jefferson's background experience in children's literature is quite exceptional. From a member of the national honor society in school to the editor of her school newspaper, Michelle has always been brilliant. She dove into children's literature once she became a library volunteer which lead her to work in the Barnes and Noble children's department for 6 years on and off throughout school.

Michelle attended Emerson College with an academic scholarship, and graduated highest honors (Summa Cum Laude) in only three years. Her educational background consists of a degree in Writing, Literature and Publishing with an emphasis on children's literature.

During college, Jefferson worked an internship in the editorial department for the renowned Candlewick Press. They are still one of the top publishers due to their reliability for high-quality books. After college, Jefferson came out to explore the west coast, since she had graduated early. She looked into working for production and media, even though she preferred working in children's literature. She finally met Fanning and found a place where she not only used her publishing expertise, but also experienced media and production while assisting production for The Playdate Kids animated DVD movie available on Amazon.com.

When asked about her success, Jefferson replied, "I am living my dream. I love The Playdate Kids characters and I cannot wait until our musical series hits the stores. I hope to influence young children to read, become their own person and exude confidence all while doing everything possible to ensure the DVD and book series' success." Tena Fanning, President of Playdate Kids Publishing said, "I always knew Michelle would be an asset to the company. She has been a great employee and she will definitely help make The Playdate Kids become a hit book series."

For additional information on Playdate Kids Publishing, please contact Mona Loring at M. Loring Communications (805) 231-3182 contact@monaloring.com. Please also visit the website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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Vice president of FM Rocks video production company sells her share in order to pursue her new children's publishing company.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/21/2006 -- Tena Fanning, co-owner and Vice-president of FM Rocks-- a renowned music video and commercial production company, announced today that she has sold her share of the company. After 15 years of hard work, the time had come to move on to new endeavors.

The sale took place in March 2006, but the details were not released to the public until now due to professional motives. Although Fanning was sad to part ways with the company she built into noteworthy prominence, she feels that her decision came at the perfect time.

Tena Fanning's newest venture is a new and innovative children's publishing company named Playdate Kids Publishing. The publishing company is located in Malibu, California. She hopes to dedicate herself to the new business full-time, and do everything in her power to ensure its success.

"I am sad to leave FM Rocks, but I am more than excited to pursue my dream of publishing children's literature," says Tena Fanning, President of Playdate Kids Publishing. "I intend to reach out to children all over the world in hopes of helping each one of them realize the value of literature and the importance of reading."

For additional information on Playdate Kids Publishing, please contact Tena Fanning at (310) 456-6400 or tmfanning@fmrocks.com. Please also visit the website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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New children's publishing company in Malibu, Playdate Kids Publishing, launches its first book series in fall 2006.

Malibu, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/10/2006 -- Tena Fanning, co-owner of FM Rocks Music Video Company launched a new children's publishing company called Playdate Kids Publishing in her local area of Malibu, California.

Playdate Kids Publishing will be releasing the first book of its original book series, Playdate Kids in September 2006.

The book, written according to American Psychological Association standards, was authored by licensed Marriage, Family and Child therapist, Dr. Annie Thiel and illustrated by Bill Edwards, encourages young children between the ages of preschool to first grade, to develop strong and confident social skills. As adults constantly search for ways to teach children meaningful life lessons, The Playdate Kids books feature engaging characters who explain stories about moving, paying attention and new siblings.

The Playdate Kids' characters are best friends that go to the same school. They teach young kids how to articulate their problems and feelings, and by doing this they find positive solutions. Each character was created to be different from the other. There are different races, genders, classes and characteristics in each Playdate Kid. Playdate Kids Publishing wants to be able to reach out to children everywhere and help them grasp a better understanding of themselves and the situations they all face at one point or another.

"I wanted Playdate Kids Publishing to be fun, bold and different," says President of Playdate Kids Publishing, Tena Fanning. "Although the books are illustrated by a prominent illustrator and written by a respected therapist, they take on an exciting angle I have never seen before. The Playdate Kids could end up being every child's best friend."

For additional information, please contact Tena Fanning at (310) 456-6400 or tmfanning@theplaydatekids.com. Please also visit the website at: www.theplaydatekids.com.

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