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October 27, 2016
Autographed William and the Witch’s Riddle on hand . . .
If you’re looking for an autographed copy of my latest book–look no farther. Nicola’s books (and Schuler Books) in Michigan have a supply of them on hand. Just order here: http://www.nicolasbooks.com/book/9781... Happy reading! Shutta
October 17, 2016
SCBWI: Book Blast for William and the Witch’s Riddle
Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators: Book Blast season: here’s mine! ABOUT THE BOOK: Author(s): Shutta Crum Illustrator(s): Lee Wildish Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf (Random House Children’s Books) ISBN-13: 9781101932698 Release Date: September 13, 2016 Category: Middle Grade WILLIAM AND THE WITCH’S RIDDLE by Shutta Crum Synopsis: A charming re-imagination of Sleeping Beauty in […]
September 23, 2016
Book Launch for WILLIAM AND THE WITCH’S RIDDLE
Along with my friend Kristin Lenz I’ll be celebrating the birth of a new book. I’ll launch William and the Witch’s Riddle (published by Alfred A. Knopf, and illustrated by Lee Wildish). And Kristin will launch her new book The Art of Holding On and Letting Go (Elephant Rock Books). There’ll be refreshments and prizes, […]
August 20, 2016
Coming September 13th: William and the Witch’s Riddle
I’m excited to announce that my newest book, a middle-grade adventure novel, will make its appearance on Sept. 13th. WILLIAM AND THE WITCH’S RIDDLE is illustrated by NY TIMES best-selling illustrator, Lee Wildish. It’s published by Alfred A. Knopf. We’ll be celebrating with a book launch on Sunday, Sept. 25th at Nicola’s Books in Ann […]
January 18, 2016
New Interview with “Yours Truly”
Janice Broyles hosts a Monday interview with people in the industry. And I am fortunate enough to be included today, January 18th, 2016. Stop by her site for some insight into what I’ve learned thus far as a writer at: http://www.janicebroyles.com/monday-m... . (It’s also available through a link on my FB page at: https://www.facebook.com/ShuttaCrum .) Enjoy! […]
December 8, 2015
PW’s Round-Up of Best Books Lists For Teens and Children, 2015
Publishers Weekly’s Best Children’s Books of 2015: Curated from the thousands of books published this year are our picks for the year’s best books for all ages, from infant to teen. The 2015 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature: This year’s medalist was Neal Shusterman. The New York Times’s Notable Children’s Books of […]
October 29, 2015
Shutta’s Answer to the Winter Doldrums—SCBWI conference scholarship
Perk up your winter with a trip to the Big Apple! I am again offering to fund one full tuition to the SCBWI Winter conference in NY for one Michigan member. And our local MI-SCBWI will also cover the cost of airfare. What could be better than that? Check out the application and requirements […]
June 5, 2015
Uh-Oh! Book Trailer . . . Enjoy!
In honor of my newest book’s launch—and the start of beach season . . . here’s a little trailer ya’ll might enjoy! Patrice Barton’s art is sweet and fun at the same time. What a talent . . . and drawing babies is not easy! They are always on the move and their round faces do […]
May 22, 2015
MAZZA Museum Summer Conference & Writing Strand
I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be co-teaching the writing strand at the MAZZA Museum Summer Conference this year. FYI: the Mazza Museum is the largest museum of original artwork by children’s book illustrators in the world. The museum’s goal is to promote literacy and enrich the lives of all people through the art […]
March 10, 2015
Hook of the Book Registration Open
A good one, folks!! The Hook of the Book: Creating Illustrations that Capture the Reader – May 16 THE HOOK OF THE BOOK: Creating Illustrations that Capture the Reader Illustrator-Writer Conference Saturday, May 16, 2015 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM at Thomson-Shorea book publisher, printer, and distributor7200 Joy RoadDexter, Michigan 48130 CLICK […]
