Unicorn Cats Publishing had the privilege of creating the e-Pub for “Square Peg in a Round Hole.” Chloe & Sophie are very proud.

I used the Vellum program to format the Kindle book. When you’re working with photos and poetry in a manuscript, I’ve found Vellum to create the most professional-looking books. Many congratulations to Robbie Cheadle. 🥳


“In Square Peg in a Round Hole,” we meet Robbie Cheadle, who wears many hats! She’s a Chartered Accountant, wife, mother, artist, writer, poet, photographer, and blogger. I enjoyed learning more about this author’s busy life.

In this book, Robbie Cheadle shares photos of the different animals from South Africa, including her extraordinary drawings and paintings. The poems that accompany the photos often explain the many aspects of the animal’s life.

There are also photos and drawings of flowers and birds, all native to South Africa. The poetry that follows each image gives us a deeper glimpse into the wild beauty of a country many of us know little about. What a fun way to learn more about South Africa!

It is under the section called, Life, where we learn more about Robbie, the woman. She writes about her children’s health challenges, along with some health difficulties her husband and other family members have faced. Her poetry is poignant and will grab you in the heart.

Make sure to look for the amazing section of ekphrastic poetry written by Robbie with photographic contributions by Wayne Barnes, photographer.

I was excited to see a section of poetry written by Michael Cheadle at the end of the book. It’s good for young people to confront their feelings through the written word.

Grab this book on Amazon.com. It’s currently on PREORDER until March 22, 2024. This book will be available on Kindle Unlimited at publication.


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51 responses to “Book Review: Square Peg in a Round Hole, by Robbie Cheadle & Michael Cheadle”

  1. A most exciting book to look forward to! Robbie is most certainly an influencer of the first water!!

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    1. I loved her drawings and paintings, well… I loved it all. Great poetry too. 🩵

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    2. Thank you, Annette 🌻🌞

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  2. A wonderful review, Colleen! And congratulations to Robbie!

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    1. Thanks so much, Merril. This was another wonderful book.

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      1. You’re welcome, Colleen!

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    2. Thank you, Merril 🌼💛

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      1. You’re welcome, Robbie!

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  3. I’ve got my copy ordered, and I’m excited to read it. Thank you for sharing your review, Colleen. Can’t wait! Congratulations, Robbie. YAY! 🎉🎉🎉

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    1. Hi Gwen, thank you so much 😊

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  4. Hi Colleen, thank you for your help with creating this ebook, and for this delightful review. Michael and I are thrilled 💝

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    1. Robbie, it was my greatest pleasure. I really love these books you’ve been creating. They are as informative as they are enjoyable to read.

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      1. Thank you, Colleen, I’m really glad you enjoy my books.

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        1. You’re so welcome, Robbie.

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  5. I look forward to getting this book. Robbie’s paintings are fantastic and her poetry and I love hearing about all the animals. I am also looking foward to seeing the photos, well done sis, another great for Unicorn publishing. ❤

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    1. Robbie created her own print book. She is so darn talented. Thanks so much, sis. I appreciate your support so much.

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    2. Hi Adele, thank you for your lovely comment. I could never get the ebooks sorted out without Colleen. She is the ebook fairy 🧚

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      1. Thanks, Robbie. ❤️🧚‍♀️

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  6. A pleasant review to read…

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    1. Many thanks. Robbie’s books are always creative and fun to read.

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  7. Thanks for your mindful review, Colleen. I don’t read much poetry, but I’m a fan of everything Robbie writes. I’m looking forward to sitting down with this one. I was always a “square peg” anyway! Congratulations to Robbie. Hugs all around.

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    1. Hi Teagan, thank you 🙏. All creatives are square pegs – how else could we create?

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      1. Exactly, Robbie. What a great interpretation!

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    2. Teagan, I’m a square peg too. I think you will enjoy this book, Robbie’s books are always fun and informative. Look for a few of her flash fiction pieces. They’re well done.

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      1. Thank you for saying that, Colleen. I am glad you like the flash fiction. I nearly took them out …

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        1. I like the mix of flash and poetry. It’s a great mix!

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  8. That looks like a wonderful book, and you wrote a great and informative review.

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    1. Thanks so much. Robbie’s books about South African fauna and flora are a delight to read.

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    2. Hi Thomas, I am delighted by Colleen’s wonderful review 🐘

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  9. This sounds wonderful. Robbie has an eye for putting life into South Africa’s nature with her artwork. I am a fan.

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    1. Same with me, Jacqui. The addition of her artwork and photos makes this feel like a coffee table book. It’s good for reading along with a cup of tea!

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      1. I am working hard on our project, Colleen. I’m nearly finished the second painting 💛🌻

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        1. I’m excited, Robbie. We’ll have to start planning out our year. LOL!

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    2. Thank you, Jacqui. I am so glad you enjoy my artwork 🦋🩵

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  10. Robbie is wonderfully creative with writing, drawing, painting, and photography. A big congrats to her for putting this book together 🙂

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    1. Thanks anonymous. Robbie’s poetry books are fabulous and entertaining.

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  11. Continued successes to Colleen, Robbie and Michael! 💕

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    1. Thanks so much Jules. 💟

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  12. Congrats to Robbie on the latest book! I’m hoping to start this one tomorrow and finish in time for my month end reviews. Thanks for sharing the book, Colleen, and for all your work getting it published for Robbie.

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    1. It was a pleasure, Diana. Vellum on the Mac makes it possible for all of the photos to be included in the epub version. If you have a Kindle Fire, the images are all in color.

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      1. I don’t have a Kindle Fire, but that’s okay. I’m looking forward to the read!

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      2. The book is in colour on my iPad and laptop.

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        1. That’s fabulous to know. I don’t have an ipad, so I wasn’t sure.

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    2. Hi Diana, thank you for your enthusiasm and support 🩵🦋

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