The Eggplant Contest

10/03/2023

Hello beautiful people! Are you looking to get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting a local author who most likely happens to be your friend or family member? Well.....look no further! My book "The Eggplant Contest" is a heartwarming story based on my childhood with my Italian great-grandparents. You don't have to know Italian to read it....it is in English with some Italian words sprinkled in here and there. It is recommended for ages 7 and up!
I will personally sign your copy and hand deliver it to you (if you live in CT). If you are out of state, I will happily ship it to you!
Thank you to all those over the past 10 years who have supported me! YES....my children's book has officially turned 10!
Love you all! xoxo

11/27/2022

Want to get a head start on your Christmas Shopping while supporting a local author? If you are interested in purchasing a copy of my book "The Eggplant Contest" written by yours truly and illustrated by the very talented Daniella Minichino....... either comment under this post or private message me! I will sign every book and hand deliver to anyone local. TIA and happy shopping!

11/24/2021

This Saturday is ”Shop Local Saturday”…. Support a local author Andrea Velez🍆

Looking for a great Christmas gift? Want to shop on "Shop Local Saturday"? Then why not purchase a copy of "The Eggplant Contest" written by me and illustrated by Daniella Minichino. Give the gift of reading and at the same time support a local author!

11/24/2021

I believe this coming Saturday is shop local Saturday!

Looking for a great Christmas gift? Want to shop on "Shop Local Saturday"? Then why not purchase a copy of "The Eggplant Contest" written by me and illustrated by Daniella Minichino. Give the gift of reading and at the same time support a local author!

12/02/2015

Visit my page! Inbox me if you would like to purchase a signed copy of my book!

This story is about a little girl who discovers the joy of gardening and makes a new best friend, all while becoming closer with her great-grandparents.

12/05/2014

Come on down to Woodside Intermediate School in Cromwell tonight- Friday, December 5th, anytime between 4:30 PM and 9 PM for a "Shop Til You Drop" vendor fair which supports the Cromwell high school project graduation. Support local artists, crafters, and vendors. I will be there signing and selling my children's picture book "The Eggplant Contest"

11/29/2014

Looking for a great Christmas gift? Want to shop on "Shop Local Saturday"? Then why not purchase a copy of "The Eggplant Contest" written by me and illustrated by Daniella Minichino. Give the gift of reading and at the same time support a local author!

12/09/2013

Looking for a great Christmas gift? Why not purchase a copy of "The Eggplant Contest" written by me and illustrated by Daniella Minichino. Give the gift of reading and at the same time support a local author! Coming soon- look for articles about my book in the Rare Reminder and Wethersfield LIFE Inbox me for details. Thanks :)

10/30/2013

My book is available on amazon.com!!

A beautiful children's book about a young girl and her new friend entering an eggplant contest with their great-grandparents

10/23/2013

"The Eggplant Contest: Il Concorso Di Melanzana"
Children's picture book ages 7 and up