Perfect Picture Book Friday: SECRET SECRET AGENT GUY Plus PB Critique Giveaway

Posted on July 23, 2021 by viviankirkfield

Happy Perfect Picture Book Friday, dear friends. I’m so excited to turn the spotlight on this new book written by the talented Kira Bigwood and illustrated by the wonderful Celia Krampien. And please make sure you leave a comment because Kira is providing an amazing opportunity for all of you writers…a Picture Book Critique Giveaway!

SECRET SECRET AGENT GUY

Written by Kira Bigwood

Illustrrated by Celia Krampien

Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers

Ages: 4-8

Themes: Bedtime, girl power, humor

Synopsis from Amazon:

Send little spies to sleep with this hilarious, tongue-in-cheek lullaby set to the tune of Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star.

Dear Fellow Agents:

Your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to join Secret, Secret Agent Guy on his bedtime assignment, code name: Operation Lollipop. Equipped with night-vision goggles, a jetpack, and grappling hook, he is prepared for every eventuality…or is he?

Will this 007-year-old complete his covert quest, or will he be outsmarted by an adversary he never saw coming?

Why I love this book:

Clever, clever, clever rhyme – a great read-aloud!
Awesome illustrations that really give the reader a sense of movement and drama!
Filled with heart and humor – always my favorite combination for a picture book!

This book has received STARRED reviews:

From School Library Journal: VERDICT This is a bull’s-eye for imaginative children, and the singalong text invites participation at all ages.

From Kirkus: Absolutely charming—no subterfuge about that.

RELATED ACTIVITIES:

Photo courtesy: https://www.whatdowedoallday.com/spy-activities-for-kids/

Here’s a link to a bunch of awesome spy-related activities for your little secret agents: https://www.whatdowedoallday.com/spy-activities-for-kids/

Please make sure you leave a comment – maybe you can tell us if you ever played secret agent when you were a kid. We’ll be picking one name by Random.org to win the Picture Book Manuscript Critique that Kira is donating as a super giveaway! And don’t forget that the best way to thank an author for writing a book that you love is to buy the book, review the book, tell friends about the book, and ask your local library to purchase copies for their collection.

I hope you all have a beautiful weekend.

107 thoughts on “Perfect Picture Book Friday: SECRET SECRET AGENT GUY Plus PB Critique Giveaway”

Karen Keesling on July 23, 2021 at 12:49 pm said:

I can’t wait to read this! Anything in rhyme is amazing and the fun of sleuthing alongside the MC I’m sure will be loved by my kiddo. Congratulations!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:25 am said:
  
  Thank you, Karen. Hope you enjoy it!
  
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Karen Chun on July 23, 2021 at 12:50 pm said:

Can’t wait to read this book! Our neighborhood kids used to plan Man from Uncle a spy tv show. I think this book will bring back memories.

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:26 am said:
  
  Thank you, Karen!
  
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supermario6 on July 23, 2021 at 12:58 pm said:

Sounds great! Can’t wait!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:26 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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Kim A Larson on July 23, 2021 at 1:04 pm said:

Congratulations, Kira! Your book looks wonderful! A perennial topic for kids. I loved reading Harriet the Spy as a child.

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:26 am said:
  
  Thanks so much, Kim!
  
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Jasmine Ann Smith on July 23, 2021 at 1:16 pm said:

I have a 5 year old son and I can’t wait to read this with him. I have a feeling I’ll be playing spy a lot soon after…

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:27 am said:
  
  Yes, Jasmine, warning you that your son will be sneaking around for some time after you read it:)
  
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aschulewitch on July 23, 2021 at 1:53 pm said:

My son is going to love this! Can’t wait to read it as a family 🙂

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:48 am said:
  
  Yay! You’ll have to let me know what you think!
  
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Devin Leatherman on July 23, 2021 at 2:33 pm said:

What a fun concept! Can’t wait to give it a read.

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:48 am said:
  
  Thank you, Devin!
  
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Meaghan Mountford on July 23, 2021 at 2:56 pm said:

So clever! And fun review to boot. I’m sure I played secret agent when I wasn’t playing Star Wars.

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:49 am said:
  
  haha, yes, Star Wars too! Thanks for stopping by!
  
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J. Hall on July 23, 2021 at 3:13 pm said:

This sounds so FUN! I’m excited to read your book. Congrats!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:49 am said:
  
  Thanks so much!
  
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Lynn Street on July 23, 2021 at 3:53 pm said:

Fun idea! Wish I’d had this when my kids were little! Congrats!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Thank you, Lynn! Not near enough spy picture books out there!
  
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curryelizabeth on July 23, 2021 at 4:56 pm said:

Adorable concept! Looking forward to reading it. Congratulations Kira and thanks Vivian!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Thank you so much!
  
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Patricia Tilton on July 23, 2021 at 5:08 pm said:

This book sounds fun! I love the illustrations!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Thanks Patricia!
  
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Christina Frigo on July 23, 2021 at 5:18 pm said:

Oooh, really looking forward to reading this one with my girls. Thanks for the review!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:48 am said:
  
  Thanks Christina!
  
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Elizabeth Kalasinsky on July 23, 2021 at 6:44 pm said:

I read this book to my son and he enjoyed it, He’s 3. 🙂

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:47 am said:
  
  Yay, Elizabeth, thanks for telling me that! Makes it all worthwhile to hear that!
  
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janetfrencksheets on July 23, 2021 at 6:56 pm said:

I keep trying to win a critique from Kira (love her sense of fun). Maybe this is the time!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:47 am said:
  
  haha, Janet, I hope this is the time for you! Fingers crossed!
  
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ginawojo on July 23, 2021 at 7:34 pm said:

Oo! I love a good spy story. Can’t wait to read it!

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- kirabigwood on July 24, 2021 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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topangamaria on July 23, 2021 at 8:06 pm said:

OH what a FUN premise. Can’t wait to read.

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- kirabigwood on July 28, 2021 at 9:58 am said:
  
  Thank you!
  
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Jennifer Phillilps on July 23, 2021 at 9:54 pm said:

This looks like a blast. Look forward to reading it! Congratulations.

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- kirabigwood on July 28, 2021 at 9:58 am said:
  
  Thank you for the kind words, Jennifer!
  
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Chloe Ward on July 24, 2021 at 12:42 am said:

I don’t think I ever played secret agent as a kid… I can’t remember though! I did add this book to my wishlist though! I can’t wait to own it 🥰❤️

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- kirabigwood on July 28, 2021 at 9:59 am said:
  
  Thank you, Chloe!
  
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S. K. Wenger on July 24, 2021 at 1:12 am said:

This book sounds absolutely adorable!!
Congratulations!

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- kirabigwood on July 28, 2021 at 9:59 am said:
  
  Thanks so much!
  
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