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August 11, 2015
Giveaway: Just 3 Weeks Left To Enter!
{a rainbow of blank books waiting to be filled with the colors of imagination}
There are just 3 weeks left to enter to win a signed copy of my debut picture bookThe Peddler’s Bedalong with 2 blank books to give to the emerging authors in your life. All you have to do is leave a comment on the original post! I’ll choose a winner at random on September 1, the release date forThe Peddler’s Bed, and announce it here on Frog on a Blog.Just leave a comment on the original post, it’s that easy! CLI...
August 10, 2015
Picture Books At The Library 27
In my position as a technical processing assistant at the DeWitt Community Library, I catalog a lot of new picture books. Unfortunately, I cannot review them all, but I do read them all and have assigned a :) to my favorites. Finley Frog’s favorite is marked with a 8). Below are a few I’ve cataloged recently. (Whenever possible, summaries have been taken directly from the books.)
:) Although animals everywhere are sleeping, a youngster with an active imagination and a hefty to-do list resist...
August 6, 2015
The Peddler’s Bed is Here!
My friend and critique group mate Sarah received her copy of The Peddler’s Bed and she had some super sweet things to say about it. Thank you, Sarah! Check out Sarah’s blog An Awfully Big Adventure!
Originally posted on An Awfully Big Adventure:
You know what’s great about having a blog? It’s the perfect place to celebrate my friend Lauri Fortino’s debut picture book, The Peddler’s Bed, brightly illustrated by the talented Bong Redila.
I was delighted to receive my copy ahead o...
August 5, 2015
My View Book Review: Magdalena’s Picnic by Patricia Aguilar Morrissey
Title: Magdalena’s Picnic (El Picnic De Magdalena)
Author: Patricia Aguilar Morrissey
Illustrator: Gretchen Deahl
Publisher/Year: Red Heart Books LLC/2014
Back Cover Blurb: This story explores a young child’s imagination as it takes her to a faraway place–the Amazon jungle–without leaving her backyard. The main character in the book, the one fearlessly leading the group ahead, is a girl named Magdalena. She is clearly a role model for young adventurers as she dodges dangers, makes bold choic...
August 4, 2015
The Picture Book Idea Syndrome
Excellent advice from Ripple Grove Press founder Rob Broder!
Originally posted on Writers' Rumpus:
Guest Post by Rob Broder — President and Founder of Ripple Grove Press
Rob Broder’s guest post, “ You Can Judge a Book by Its Title, and Other Wisdom from the Submission Pile ” has been our most popular to date. Writers’ Rumpus is thrilled to welcome Rob back for a second post with more good advice for picture book submissions.
“I have a great idea for a picture book story.”
Here at...
August 3, 2015
Picture Books At The Library 26
In my position as a technical processing assistant at the DeWitt Community Library, I catalog a lot of new picture books. Unfortunately, I cannot review them all, but I do read them all and have assigned a :) to my favorites. Finley Frog’s favorite is marked with a 8). Below are a few I’ve cataloged recently. (Whenever possible, summaries have been taken directly from the books.)
:) An old man known as the Wren plays his hurdy-gurdy, and with the help of his student, the Sparrow, brings hope...
August 1, 2015
Emerging Author: Bits About Me (Plus a Giveaway!)
Today is exactly one month until the official release of my debut picture bookThe Peddler’s Bedon September 1! I’ve been counting down the months with special posts.
On June 1, I shared an interview with the super-talented illustrator of The Peddler’s Bed,Bong Redila. Kirkus Review said his “palette has the color and clarity of stained glass…”. I agree! His art is fantastic! And did you know that Bong is color blind! To read his interview, click here. (To read Kirkus Review’s positive review...
July 27, 2015
Picture Books At The Library 25
In my position as a technical processing assistant at the DeWitt Community Library, I catalog a lot of new picture books. Unfortunately, I cannot review them all, but I do read them all and have assigned a :) to my favorites. Finley Frog’s favorite is marked with a 8). Below are a few I’ve cataloged recently. (Whenever possible, summaries have been taken directly from the books.)
:) Delphine is a servant in Queen Theodora’s palace. She has no family, no friends, and her life is full of work....
July 20, 2015
Picture Books At The Library 24
In my position as a technical processing assistant at the DeWitt Community Library, I catalog a lot of new picture books. Unfortunately, I cannot review them all, but I do read them all and have assigned a :) to my favorites. Finley Frog’s favorite is marked with a 8). Below are a few I’ve cataloged recently. (Whenever possible, summaries have been taken directly from the books.)
:) Friendship advice given as gardening tips.
Tom tells all about his bicycle, his ride to work past trucks, cars...
July 19, 2015
Sharing Is Caring With Bookroo
Earlier this month, I introduced you to Bookroo, a new children’s book-of-the month club service with a bright future and a mission to promote literacy by providing an easy and affordable way for parents to build their children’s book collections. Read that post here.
Now Bookroo is back with a Buy One, Give One! deal that’s too good not to share with you. In honor of John Newbery’s birthday, Bookroo is offering the next 250 new customers a coupon for a free one-month gift subscription. Soif...
