The Way I Feel

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First Place for Publishers Association of the West’s 18th Annual Western U.S. Book Design and Production Competition for the category of Children’s Picture Book.

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Finalist in 2001 ForeWord Magazines Annual “Book of the Year” Contest for the category of Children’s Picture Book.

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Finalist for 2001 Benjamin Franklin Award for the category of Children’s Picture Book.

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Publishers Weekly cited the “energetic and bright” illustrations and said, “From scared to shy, bored to jealous, Cain covers the emotional waterfront....”

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Children’s Book Watch said, “Strong, colorful and expressive images by Janan Cain perfectly showcase her imaginative text.”

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ForeWord This Week commented, “The Way I Feel somehow manages to stress the importance of recognizing your feelings, without preaching. The illustrations are just plain funny.”