Bedtime stories from Madonna

CNN Reports “The English Roses” — the first title in Madonna’s five-book series published by privately held Callaway Editions — comes out Monday in what is expected to be a headline-grabbing release.

However, publishing industry insiders aren’t waging any bets — yet — on her latest venture, even though they agree its welcome publicity for the children’s book market.


They say the pre-order sales indicate it will get a very strong reception.