Guest Post: Author Kitty May Gruchelska shares her top five scenes in her book Steven F Seagull & The Missing Chips. Below the guest post, be sure to check out the book spotlight and giveaway!
Top 5 Scenes by Kitty May Gruchelska
I’d love to share my five favourite scenes from the book with you today. It’s always hard to choose because each scene has its purpose, merits or quicks. After some deliberation, I finally settled on a top five, although there were many that I enjoyed writing, and still gain pleasure from reading them.
So, let’s begin in reverse order.
Number Five: Fitzy and his dad meet Steven Sherlock. This sequence is at the end of the second part and brings it to a conclusion. Each part, or serving, has its own mini-cliffhanger. The whole chapter, or portion, is called ‘Tools of the Trade.’ What I love about this scene is the parallels between the seagull world and the hooman one, namely the references to the CSI crime series. I think the humour is delightful, along with the quirky tools, such as poop splatter examination kits and his secret drawer of paraphernalia. Its charm lies within its appeal to children with the secret agency feel, but adults will appreciate the CSI parallels.
Number Four: Fitzy and Charlie become detectives. I like this one because it’s a fun scene that kick starts the CIA’s mission. I added an element of suspense when they lose the spyglass, but I also think Charlie’s excitement and taking the task too seriously adds to the scene’s whimsical appeal.
Number Three: The CIA meets Steven Alexei. When trying to find the Deny the Fry colony, Fitzy and friends visit a seemingly hostile character to ask for assistance. This scene mixes some humour that children will enjoy, such as his scary beach barricades and potato missile launcher, but adults will appreciate the references to an old British comedy series and film (I’m not giving away the secret here!)
Number Two: The battle in Stefano Giacomo’s factory. I love how the elements draw together to create a real culinary catastrophe and a ‘carbogeddon’ for the seagull mafia boss. The scene blends an aerial battle with some suspense, but also a resounding message about teamwork in rising to a challenge. There’s also a hidden allegory for the adults!
Number One: Fitzy and friends meet a hooman. For my favourite scene, I chose a portion, or chapter, that didn’t rely on action elements and focused on developing friendship. When Fitzy’s wing is injured because Stefano Giacomo tried to sabotage the mission, the CIA crew realise they need to seek help from hoomans. In this Pixar-reminiscent scene, they meet a girl called Ellie, form a bond and find an ally. She plays a key role in the climax of the book, but I love this scene because of the interaction between her and the seagulls. Its humour and natural interaction will appeal to children, who’ll delight in the interchange and seagull antics.
I hope you enjoyed my top five scenes. You may even have your own favourites. ‘Steven F Seagull & The Missing Chips’ is on offer for a super discounted price of 99 cents until the end of February, so grab it while you can. Don’t forget to download your free copy of ‘Stefano Giacomo & The Three Ghosts,’ which is also a Fry Cove tale.
BOOK SPOTLIGHT: STEVEN F SEAGULL & THE MISSING CHIPS
STEVEN F SEAGULL & THE MISSING CHIPS by Kitty May Gruchelska is on a Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Be sure to enter the giveaway below!
In Chips We Trust
The chipocalypse is the greatest mystery to hit the seaside town of Fry Cove. Join Steven F Seagull on the adventure of a lifetime in this Pencraft Best Book engaging read about courage, friendship and teamwork, which reviewers hail as ‘an unexpected delight.’
Who stole the chips? Was it the Deny the Fry colony, who want all seagulls to quit eating chips? Or was it the seagull mafia boss, Stefano Giacomo, who has concocted a dastardly plot to convert all seagulls to pizza and pasta? As part of the newly formed CIA (Chips Investigation Agency), our reluctant hero, along with Charlie, Steven Colton, the karate chopping Bart, and Steven Rhys pit their wits to solve the mystery.
Whether you’re a fan of whimsical tales or simply in need of a feel-good read, this Readers’ Favourite 5 Star ‘war of the best carbohydrates’ book is sure to leave you smiling.
Reviews:
Five stars!
‘…a war of the best carbohydrates!’
‘…a wonderful, family-friendly story that was an absolute delight to read.’– Jamie Michele, Readers’ Favourite
‘…a delightful and whimsical adventure…’
‘Throughout this fast-paced tale, readers will meet gannets, pasta-loving Italians, and even robots… Ultimately, “The Great Chip Hunt” is a fun tale of adventure and a heartwarming reminder of the importance of friendship…’ –Authors Reading
Five stars!
‘Gruchelska’s storytelling is engaging, reminiscent of an animated movie… (her) ability to craft a charming world filled with memorable characters makes the book a joy for readers of all ages.’ –Literary Titan
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About Kitty May Gruchelska:
Kitty May Gruchelska loves creating fantastical worlds for her readers, full of diverse and quirky characters. In a past life, she was probably a cat because she likes tuna, dislikes water, and frequently knocks things over, but luckily, she has nine lives. Kitty May teaches in a magical desert kingdom full of sunshine, camels, and rice dishes. She loves travelling, which also inspires her to write.
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Giveaway Details:
1 winner will receive a finished copy of STEVEN F SEAGULL & THE MISSING CHIPS & A $25 Amazon Gift Card, US Only.
4 winners will receive a finished copy of STEVEN F SEAGULL & THE MISSING CHIPS, US Only.
Ends March 4th, midnight EST.
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Tour Schedule:
Week One:
| 2/17/2025 | Two Chicks on Books | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 2/17/2025 | Fire and Ice | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 2/18/2025 | Daily Waffle | Excerpt |
| 2/18/2025 | Lady Hawkeye | Excerpt/IG Post |
| 2/19/2025 | A Dream Within A Dream | Excerpt |
| 2/19/2025 | For the love of KidLit | Guest Post/IG Post |
| 2/20/2025 | Book Review Virginia Lee Blog | Excerpt |
| 2/20/2025 | YA Books Central | Interview/IG Post |
| 2/21/2025 | The Momma Spot | Excerpt |
| 2/21/2025 | Edith’s Little Free Library | IG Post/LFL Drop Pic/TikTok Post |
Week Two:
| 2/24/2025 | A Blue Box Full of Books | IG Post/LFL Drop Pic/TikTok Post |
| 2/24/2025 | @callistoscalling | IG Post/LFL Drop Pic |
| 2/25/2025 | @thepageladies | IG Review/TikTok Post |
| 2/25/2025 | GryffindorBookishNerd | IG Review |
| 2/26/2025 | Readwithrolo | IG Review/TikTok Post |
| 2/26/2025 | Deal Sharing Aunt | Review |
| 2/27/2025 | @kimbartosch | Review/IG Post |
| 2/27/2025 | @evergirl200 | IG Review/TikTok Post |
| 2/28/2025 | Country Mamas With Kids | Review/IG Post |
| 2/28/2025 | One More Exclamation | Review/IG Post |
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