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March’s Winner (plus April’s Prize)!

In January, I posted about a year-long giveaway called New Year=New Beginnings that I’m offering here on Frog on a Blog–a new prize each month for folks who comment on blog posts. With so much negative energy floating around in the world, I wanted to do something positive to show my gratitude to my followers, fans, and friends for their support.

January’s prize was a copy of my book The Peddler’s Bed.

February’s prize was an adorable plushie Curious George.

March’s prize was a set of Pilot’s...

Picture Book Personals (29)

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Interview Alert: Abraham Schroeder

It is my extreme pleasure to share an interview with author, artist, father, and all-around super guy, Abraham Schroeder. Abraham is the author of Ripple Grove Press’s first book, The Gentleman Bat, which was published in 2014. I had the honor of being one of the first reviewers of the book right here on Frog on a Blog. (Take a moment to read the review HERE.) Abraham is also a talented artist with an eclectic style and a unique body of work.

I have no idea why it took me so long to ask Abr...

Picture Books At The Library 102

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I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.

Priscilla loves gorillas for many reasons, but especially because they always get their way.

Pignatius the pig makes his way into the palace and into the prince’s room where he tries on the...

Picture Book Personals (28)

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Picture Books At The Library 101

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I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.

Asks readers to think about ways in which the natural world has provided for them by exploring all the different elements of a house.

A daring young astronaut arrives on Mars, certain he wi...

Picture Book Personals (27)

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Picture Books and Religion by Pamela Love

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Yesterday I reviewed Pamela Love’s beautiful children’s book Brigid and the Butter: A Legend about Saint Brigid of Ireland. (Read the review HERE) Today I’m pleased to hand the blogging reins over to Pamela so that she can give us valuable tips on writing religious-themed picture books. Take it away, Pamela!

PICTURE BOOKS AND RELIGION

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Pamela Love

Suggestions about writing picture books with a religious subject or theme:

1. Since the typical picture book has only 32 pages, and runs u...

My View Book Review: Brigid and the Butter by Pamela Love

Title: Brigid and the Butter: A Legend about Saint Brigid of Ireland

Author: Pamela Love

Illustrator: Apryl Stott

Publisher/Year: Pauline Kids/ 2017

Back Cover Blurb: Saints were once kids–just like you! Brigid was a child in Ireland a long time ago. Taking Bishop Patrick’s words to heart, she learned that you don’t need to have much in order to give. Discover how fresh butter and a generous spirit led to Saint Brigid’s very first miracle. 

Brigid and her mother were slaves in Ireland long...

Picture Books At The Library 100

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I catalog hundreds of new picture books each year, and I read as many of them as I can. Unfortunately, I can’t review them all. But I can share them! Below are a few recent titles. (Summaries have been taken directly from the books whenever possible.) Check your local library or bookstore for availability.

Wow! I can’t believe this is my 100th Picture Books At The Library post! I enjoy sharing the new titles my library acquires and some of you have told me that my lists have been useful to yo...