Cinder-Smella, A Timeless Tale of Stinky Feet

I love fractured fairy tales and this is one of the best ones that I have ever read. This book was designed especially for the Kindle so kid's will love having a book of their very own to read on their parent's Kindle. Parents and grandparents can use this story to introduce their children to the wonderful world of Kindle books.The story is well written and the humor is over the top. The illustrations are large enough to see the details and the contrast is great. Unfortunately, the Kindle pictures are still black and white but I think kids will love them.The story takes place in New York City and poor Cinder-Smella has smelly feet. Her wicked stepsisters are invited to an ice skating ball at Rockefeller Center by Prince Charmingschnoz. Of course, Cinder-Smella will have to stay home alone....or will she?This book is a real bargain at $1.99. Highly recommended for both young and old.

Alan Sitomer is dialed into what kids think, and "Cinder-Smella, A Timeless Tale of Stinky Feet" is but one example of that. The author, who is a Los Angeles English teacher (or was), veers into the silly with this take on the age-old classic. But this is no Disney knock-off. Sitomer infuses his urban-modern tale with straight-up realism while poking fun at relationships and emphasizing the difficulties of being young and an alienated outcast. She's got a nasty stepmonster and two lousy, self-centered step sisters. Who can't relate? At least in some way. I read it to my 5-year-old granddaughter, and she adored the story. And what did she want afterwards? "Read it again," she said.

This is a great & imaginative rendition of Cinderella. My grand kids 8 & 9 loved this and have me read it over and over to them.

Used in 2nd Grade lessonCCSS RL.2.1-10HIGH Interest with Vivid Verbs, point of view, setting, characters, problems, all lead lessons into Writing & Speaking & Listening.

My first thought in looking at Cinder-Smella was "Oh No! Not another Cinderella. . ." From the beginning of the book I quickly realized that Cinder-Smella was no ordinary, hum-drum version of an old classic. Alan Sitomer's version kept me smiling and laughing to the very end. A book destined to keep children giggling and adults, at the very least, smiling. Truly a book to share, read together and enjoy. Cinder-Smella is certain to become a family favorite to be read again, and again. Even the most reluctant reader is sure to find a love of reading and a love of words while having fun with Sitomer's book. Good job, Alan!Emma M. Glover,Educator,Writer, AuthorCalifornia Teacher of the Year 1996

This books knocks it out of the park. The narrative and illustrations hit that age when reading is such an important process between child and adult. The book also works for young readers. Since everybody's talking about Core Standards, I think this book is timely. Thank you, Alan Sitomer. No wonder you were a California Teacher of the Year.Kim EdwardsParent, grandmother, educatorCA Writers Club - Sacto BranchNorthern California Publishers and Authors

The author, Alan Sitomer, has once again given us an example of his wonderful sense of humor and ability to make the reader laugh. This age old fairy tale reads like a brand new story of wishes come true. My grand-daughters are going to love hearing it over and over. Thanks, Alan

I can't begin to tell you how much my family enjoyed this read. Alan took a tired but wonderful story line and gave it a 21st Century facelift. The result, a new classic that your children will be asking you to read it again and again.Enjoy,Joe Fatheree

Because it was very funny and stuffI gave it 5 stars because it is such aFunny fun book great for childrenI was good there was a happyEnding for th children