I submitted Neat Freaks for three reviews from Readers' Favorite and I'm happy to share that it received three 5-Star reviews back! Here are some snippets from what each reviewer had to say:
This is a great way of telling children to tidy up before they go to bed or they may have to face the consequences - which is losing all their toys. If I was a child, this story would have me leaving my room spick and span every night without fail! The thing about this story is that although the Neat Freaks are very naughty, they also have a likable quality about them, and I don't think a child would feel angry with them but would laugh with and at them. The idea that they are playing and having fun with their toys is quite funny. Lovable rogues, really. --Jane Finch, Readers' Favorite, 5 stars
With fun imagery that brings to mind current animations like the Minions or Smurfs, Neat Freaks is sure to delight young readers. Arvai invites the reader on a journey of wonder and humor in a fun and engaging way. In Neat Freaks, John Arvai III crafts a simple collection of words and images that is sure to sit with the reader long after the last page is read. --Kayti Nika Raet, Readers' Favorite, 5 stars
Neat Freaks reminded me of the fairy tale wherein the shoemaker is assisted at night by unseen elves, who help the overworked man by finishing his orders while he sleeps. Arvai's Neat Freaks seemed to have the potential to do likewise for the two children in the story who, tired after a long day of play, went to sleep with chores undone. Alas, the Neat Freaks don't seem to be as public-spirited as the shoemaker's elves, though they must delight mothers and dads who have despaired of getting their kids to clean up after themselves. Arvai's tale is suitably droll and funny, and Adam Walker-Parker's illustrations make those mischievous and funny Neat Freaks come to life. --Jack Magnus, Readers' Favorite, 5 stars
Both the Kindle and softcover versions will be released on June 29th on Amazon with the hardcover to follow in mid-July.
John