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Author POV: An Instrument for Florenda by Tomeko Brown

In this Author POV feature, we speak with Tomeko Brown about An Instrument for Florenda, a warm and uplifting early chapter book that celebrates perseverance, community support, and the joy of discove...

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December 19, 2025 at 8:58 PM

Tomeko Brown

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Hallmark Mahogany on Instagram: "Words by @tomeko_brown_author and @travelingblackwidow are just what we need this week as we enter the chillier months. Read their articles to hear how to hold onto pe...

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December 12, 2025 at 5:58 PM

Tomeko Brown

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I’m honored to share my personal reflection piece featured today by the 🤎Hallmark Mahogany Writing Community. May it encourage you!🙏🏽 #hallmarkmahogany #community #stillness #Inspiration

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Find Rest in the Stillness of Winter

Winter can take various forms — the natural season of winter and the winter season of life. You may look at this and wonder: What is the difference? The natural season of winter can be

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December 9, 2025 at 9:17 PM

Tomeko Brown

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Had an amazing time!! 🤩 I was interviewed by 12-year-old Charlie Simon on Between the Lines Podcast!!🙌 Kids really do ask the best questions.

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BTLines with Tomeko Brown - An Instrument for Florenda

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September 9, 2025 at 4:26 PM

Tomeko Brown

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✨ We often connect and build communities with others through our experiences. I’m honored to be quoted in The Bump about my own experience using the hospital nursery after my daughter was born. I am Grateful to share pieces of it— you can read the full article here: www.thebump.com/a/what-are-t...

August 21, 2025 at 11:24 AM

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Children's Book Insider, the Children's Writing Monthly

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August 8, 2025 at 9:16 PM

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Let’s Celebrate Our Members’ Success! – Write For Kids

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August 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM

Tomeko Brown

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✨Book Review: "An Instrument for Florenda" by Tomeko Brown indiechildrensauthorsconnection.com/2025/07/28/boo… Read the latest review of An Instrument for Florenda (2nd)✨#BookRevie#kidliti#booksksindiechildrensauthorsconnection.com/2025/07/28/b...n/

Book Review: “An Instrument for Florenda” by Tomeko Brown

“An Instrument for Florenda” by Tomeko Brown is available on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. As summer is starting to wind down, I wanted to let you all know about a wonderful story …

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July 29, 2025 at 10:59 AM

Tomeko Brown

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📚 This is more than a story about music — it’s about resilience, opportunity, and the role we all play in helping children thrive. Grab your copy!! #kidsbooks #chapterbooks

June 16, 2025 at 9:04 PM

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✨ Influencer Spotlight recording from live interview with Bonnie Bruderer.✨

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Empowering Young Minds Through Storytelling: Tomeko Brown on Influencer Spotlight

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May 21, 2025 at 5:34 PM

Tomeko Brown

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If you missed the Influencer Spotlight live interview on May 19th where I dicussed the heart of my book An Instrument for Florenda — a story that celebrates perseverance, music, and community, the recording is available to watch (Link in the bio)
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Influencer Spotlight: The Heart Behind An Instrument for Florenda with Tomeko Brown

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May 21, 2025 at 12:55 AM

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Mark your calendars and tune in Monday, May 19th at 12 PM EST on BINGE Network as I talk about the importance of community, the power of perseverance, dreaming big, and my book An Instrument for Florenda.

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May 10, 2025 at 1:35 AM

Tomeko Brown

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Thank you Mary Lanni for the pleasure of speaking with you more about my book 📕 📖An Instrument for Florenda!! Listen below 👇 #kidsbook #kidlit #earlychapterbook #authorinterview

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Author Interview: Tomeko Brown

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May 5, 2025 at 11:11 AM

Tomeko Brown

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Read the latest book review by The Children’s Book Review 👇 #bookreview #kidsbook #kidlit #chapterbooks
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An Instrument for florenda – The Children's Book Review

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April 24, 2025 at 9:51 AM

Tomeko Brown

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Thank you to Mary Lanni, Librarian and Book Reviewer for her book review of Sn Instrument for Florenda (2nd Edition).. Listen below 👇 #BookReview #kidsbooks #kidstargetaudience #kidslit #chapterbooks

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Book Review: An Instrument for Florenda

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April 17, 2025 at 12:56 AM

Tomeko Brown

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Excited to share that the March issue of KidlioMag Digital Magazine is available. I am so thrilled to be one of the featured authors!!
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March 1, 2025 at 3:30 AM

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An Instrument For Florenda by Tomeko Brown - The Authors Show | iHeart

Surrounded by the sounds of music in her small Louisiana town, she is thrilled when her school announces a new band class starting after summer break. But when a visit to the local music store with he...

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February 25, 2025 at 2:13 PM

Tomeko Brown

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Enjoyed the opportunity to speak with The Authors Show about the relaunch of my upcoming book An Instrument for Florenda. Hear the interview at….

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February 25, 2025 at 11:11 AM

Tomeko Brown

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Enjoy this free crossword puzzle..

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An Instrument for Florenda Crossword Puzzle

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February 20, 2025 at 8:41 PM

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An Instrument for Florenda (2nd Edition) by Tomeko Brown - Reader reviews

Synopsis: Florenda Little has always wanted to play in a band. Surrounded by the sounds of music in her small Louisiana town, she is thrilled when her school announces a new band class starting after ...

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February 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM

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Free An Instrument for Florenda Word Scramble Activity Sheet

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February 13, 2025 at 11:29 PM

Tomeko Brown

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It is always an honor and a blessing to share something so dear to you. Thank you to Deb Preston for the opportunity to speak with her about my book “An Instrument for Florenda”.
Read the author interview below 👇 #kidlit #readabook

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Children’s Book Review | An Instrument for Florenda + Author Interview

Ready to embark on a journey of learning an instrument while tackling big emotions? Check out my An Instrument for Florenda review!

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February 7, 2025 at 2:48 PM

Tomeko Brown

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Book Giveaway for An Instrument for Florenda by Tomeko Brown, Christopher Smallwood, and Young-Ju Kim

Enter to win one of 5 free copies available from LibraryThing Early Reviewers.

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February 3, 2025 at 1:15 AM

Tomeko Brown

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March 4, 2025
🎹🎺🥁Available on Ingram, Amazon, 📚Barnes and Noble and other online retailers…. Choose your favorite 🤩
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