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The Stepsisters
"Who could possibly hate Cinderella?"
We all know that Cinderella and Prince Charming lived happily ever after. What ever became of her two stepsisters?
In this six-part novella/chapter book, award-winning author and storyteller Mark Binder extends the story just a bit…
Nine months after the wedding, Griselda and Esmerelda are fast asleep in their tower high above the palace, when the bright light of dawn and the loud pealing of bells shatters their sleep.
Bitter, angry, exhausted and frustrated, the two stepsisters decide to leave the safety of the palace and seek a birthday gift for Cinderella's newborn. What they ultimately find is themselves.
"A fun, satirical and ultimately heartwarming story of two wicked stepsisters on their road to freedom and independence."
We all know that Cinderella and Prince Charming lived happily ever after. What ever became of her two stepsisters?
In this six-part novella/chapter book, award-winning author and storyteller Mark Binder extends the story just a bit…
Nine months after the wedding, Griselda and Esmerelda are fast asleep in their tower high above the palace, when the bright light of dawn and the loud pealing of bells shatters their sleep.
Bitter, angry, exhausted and frustrated, the two stepsisters decide to leave the safety of the palace and seek a birthday gift for Cinderella's newborn. What they ultimately find is themselves.
"A fun, satirical and ultimately heartwarming story of two wicked stepsisters on their road to freedom and independence."
40 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2013
About the author
Mark Binder
44 books15 followersauthor, storyteller, nice guy
Mark Binder writes books for adults, children and families. His debut YA novel, The Groston Rules has been called, "…an enthralling and entertaining journey…. delightful" -Kirkus Reviews
Mark Binder's other books range widely and include: The Misadventures of Rabbi Kibbitz and Mrs. Chaipul, The Zombie Cat, Cinderella Spinderella and Transmit Joy! (audiobook).
Mark dedicated his first collection, The Bed Time Story Book, "To Max and the players to be named later." Now, he has a blended family with five children, and somehow manages not to be completely overwhelmed (all the time). If his body of work seems somewhat diverse, it's probably a function of the chaos.
Books and stories for families
Mark writes books and perf orms stories for all ages -- kids and adults and mixed audiences alike. Sometimes his stories are traditional or for young kids. Some are original and outrageous and for older groups. Some are a blend.
Mark loves working with listeners of all ages: Adults, Children, Teens, Seniors -- and mixed age groups. He is always amazed at the power spoken and written words have to connect diverse groups with each other.
Writing vs. Storytelling (or Story Performing)
Mark began performing stories while working on his novel, The Brothers Schlemiel . A friend invited him to a storytelling group and he would read them excerpts. They suggested that he try "telling" instead, and when he finally did he fell in love. Mark's live events and spoken-word albums are immediate -- not old-fashioned or dated. If you've never seen one of his "comedy story concerts," listen to the audio, check out the videos and come and see Mark on tour. (For more info: http://markbinder.com/)
Over the years Mark has studied playwrighting at the Trinity Rep Conservatory, mythology at Columbia University, dance with the Adaptors Movement Theater, storytelling with Spalding Gray, Aikido (he has a third degree blackbelt in this martial art for peace), and Yoga. In his spare time he likes to bake bread and pizza and most recently garden.
Fiction for adults
Like many young writers Mark set out to write the great American novel. At the time, he didn't know that Phillip Roth had already written it. He's written a vast reservoir of fictions for adults, ranging from The Brothers Schlemiel to The Buddha Who Wore Keds . His first book, "The Rationalization Diet" was a humorous anti-diet book for adults. It's recently been re-released in an expanded ebook. Other works of fiction and nonfiction are in the pipeline.
The "Official" Brief Bio
Mark Binder writes and tells stories for a living.
He is the author who knows how to tell the r
Mark Binder writes books for adults, children and families. His debut YA novel, The Groston Rules has been called, "…an enthralling and entertaining journey…. delightful" -Kirkus Reviews
Mark Binder's other books range widely and include: The Misadventures of Rabbi Kibbitz and Mrs. Chaipul, The Zombie Cat, Cinderella Spinderella and Transmit Joy! (audiobook).
Mark dedicated his first collection, The Bed Time Story Book, "To Max and the players to be named later." Now, he has a blended family with five children, and somehow manages not to be completely overwhelmed (all the time). If his body of work seems somewhat diverse, it's probably a function of the chaos.
Books and stories for families
Mark writes books and perf orms stories for all ages -- kids and adults and mixed audiences alike. Sometimes his stories are traditional or for young kids. Some are original and outrageous and for older groups. Some are a blend.
Mark loves working with listeners of all ages: Adults, Children, Teens, Seniors -- and mixed age groups. He is always amazed at the power spoken and written words have to connect diverse groups with each other.
Writing vs. Storytelling (or Story Performing)
Mark began performing stories while working on his novel, The Brothers Schlemiel . A friend invited him to a storytelling group and he would read them excerpts. They suggested that he try "telling" instead, and when he finally did he fell in love. Mark's live events and spoken-word albums are immediate -- not old-fashioned or dated. If you've never seen one of his "comedy story concerts," listen to the audio, check out the videos and come and see Mark on tour. (For more info: http://markbinder.com/)
Over the years Mark has studied playwrighting at the Trinity Rep Conservatory, mythology at Columbia University, dance with the Adaptors Movement Theater, storytelling with Spalding Gray, Aikido (he has a third degree blackbelt in this martial art for peace), and Yoga. In his spare time he likes to bake bread and pizza and most recently garden.
Fiction for adults
Like many young writers Mark set out to write the great American novel. At the time, he didn't know that Phillip Roth had already written it. He's written a vast reservoir of fictions for adults, ranging from The Brothers Schlemiel to The Buddha Who Wore Keds . His first book, "The Rationalization Diet" was a humorous anti-diet book for adults. It's recently been re-released in an expanded ebook. Other works of fiction and nonfiction are in the pipeline.
The "Official" Brief Bio
Mark Binder writes and tells stories for a living.
He is the author who knows how to tell the r
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June 18, 2013
This book is the sequel to Mark Binder's forthcoming illustrated ebook, Cinderella Spinderella.
In a sort of reverse marketing twist, we're releasing it before the prequel, just because it's fun.
As of this writing, it's also the #18 bestseller for stepfamilies!
A note: While Cinderella Spinderella is written for youngsters and families, The Stepsisters is for adults and older children (Grades 4 and up). It's somewhat sly and wicked with no pictures, just a fun story.
Only $.99
If you want a similar book by Mark Binder, look for It Ate My SisterIt Ate My Sister
In a sort of reverse marketing twist, we're releasing it before the prequel, just because it's fun.
As of this writing, it's also the #18 bestseller for stepfamilies!
A note: While Cinderella Spinderella is written for youngsters and families, The Stepsisters is for adults and older children (Grades 4 and up). It's somewhat sly and wicked with no pictures, just a fun story.
Only $.99
If you want a similar book by Mark Binder, look for It Ate My SisterIt Ate My Sister
Displaying 1 of 1 review