Review of Bees Make Honey and Butterflies Make Jam

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I like books that offer comic relief, as the name implies, relief is needed from the daily hustle and bustle. I also enjoy a good laugh, as it helps the heart—or should I say, it helps mine. For this reason alone, I know for sure I’ll be checking out this book. I like that it’s a series of short stories, and the banter between the father and daughter seems like a fun, engaging adventure. I’d love to read Buttons and Buttonholes since it talks about daily occurrences. Thank you for the insightful review, as usual, this piqued my interest.
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lol at 55, I'm exactly half way between the 10–100 mark and live humourous short stories this is going on my list too. lol, I'm going to have to will my 'must read' list to my next of kin as I'm never going to get through it. thanks again for introducing yet another book to me :P
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This book sounds perfect for family gatherings. People of all ages can unite to read and think about these short stories, and have a good laugh together. Amazing review, Gerry!
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Gerry Steen wrote: 30 Sep 2024, 00:09 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Bees Make Honey and Butterflies Make Jam" by John Offford.]
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Do you enjoy humor containing absurdity, surprise, and incongruity? Would you like a resource that provides comic relief in minutes? If you answered yes to these questions, you might enjoy the book Bees Make Honey and Butterflies Make Jam by John Offord.

The title of this book has a bit of surprise and incongruity. Wouldn’t you agree? When Offord told his 3-year-old daughter that bees make honey, she replied, “And butterflies make jam.” This reply was innocent and funny. Offord continued this family tradition, of surprising and incongruous humor, with his granddaughter. Offord loved to hear “That doesn’t make any sense!” Offord took the humorous statements and stories used to tease his granddaughter and rewrote them to appeal to a wider audience.

It is important to point out that the cover of this book is colorful and beautiful. It portrays two bright-colored honeybees on a bright yellow honeycomb and two orange, black, and white monarch butterflies on a red jam. You could place this attractive book on your coffee table for guests to enjoy. They will smile and chuckle when reading a chosen page.

Offord's humorous short stories vary from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

“The Beautiful Princess” has an unexpected ending. “Health and Hygiene” shows the absurd way we think about germs. “Buttons and Buttonholes” deals with a common phenomenon we encounter when getting ready to go out. “I Think They Liked Me” deals with naivety, cruelty, and misunderstanding. “The Mitsikini Invasion” is a parody featuring Mars bars. The rest of the short stories are as funny and relatable as the ones I mentioned. Each short story made me pause, think, and chuckle.

I enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick read. Each short story was easy to read. The stories were funny and made me smile. Some of the stories inspired me to research the topics covered. For instance, “The Lights” spurred me to look up the history of the Women’s Institute.

This book will please humorous people from 10 to 100 years of age. It is a well-written and well-edited book. I did not find anything to dislike about this collection of short stories. For these reasons, I gave it 5 out of 5 stars.

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I like the origin story of the book. It's cute that it was inspired by the author's experiences with his daughter and granddaughter. I’m sure that adds a lot of heart to the story. The topics explored in this collection seem interesting, and it's great that the collection appeals to such a wide audience. Also, I agree that the cover is pretty. It reminds me of candy corn.
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As usual, I enjoyed reading your review, Gerry! The first sentence in your review caught my attention And I believe I would enjoy reading this book! Thanks for your review!
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Your review paints the book as entertaining and thrilling to read. I love how you open the review.
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This book sounds like a very lighthearted and delightful time. Would probably make a great physical book to have and occasionally pick up. Very nice review.
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Oh, definitely yes to those questions! I love a book with absurd yet perfectly coherent humor. And that it is a collection of short story is a big plus. From your review, I am certain I would enjoy this book.
The way you described the cover, I am already hooked. Thank you for sharing your valuable insights. I am adding it to my tbh (which currently is as tall as Burj Khalifa).
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Your take on "Bees Make Honey and Butterflies Make Jam" by John Offord captures its whimsical charm perfectly. The origin of the title and its playful humor, stemming from family traditions, adds a delightful touch. It sounds like the colorful cover complements the lighthearted content well. I appreciate how you highlighted specific stories that illustrate Offord's unique style. Your recommendation for readers of all ages makes it clear this collection offers something for everyone. A well-deserved five-star rating!
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Thanks for the great review! Each story sounds fun and full of clever humor, with a nice mix of innocence and wit. Your description makes this collection seem like an enjoyable, light read that’s sure to make readers smile and laugh.
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The title of this book is so unique and it even makes me curious. I believe I will really enjoy reading this book. Thanks for the engaging review, Gerry.
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Post by Chinedu Umeobika »

This is a very thoughtful book by John Offord, and I must say this is a wonderful review of it! 'Bees Make Honey and Butterflies Make Jam' is a cute title forged from both father and daughter. I sense that you really had a laugh throughout this book, Gerry. It seems like a nice read, and I might give it a try!
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These short stories sound delightful! I also enjoy books that interest me enough to send me off to do additional research. I am adding this one to my ever-growing reading list! I always appreciate reading your informative reviews, Gerry. :tiphat:
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I have never heard about this book until right now, but your review really piqued my interest! Who could say no to some absurd humor? I'm currently checking out where I can get this book, hahahh. Thank you for the great review!
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"This book will please humorous people from 10 to 100 years of age." Oh yes, I am sure. The sample read differs from typical expectations for a children's book, presenting a unique style. The review highlights its distinct qualities and suggests it may be an engaging read. Loved reading your review. Look forward to reading more of your reviews. Thanks for the recommendation. Added this to my reading list.
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