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My book ANNIES PLAID SHIRT is a Hot New Release on Amazon!

My gender identity-themed children's picture book, ANNIE'S PLAID SHIRT, was recently listed on Amazon, and now it's a #1 New Release! The book is great for discussing societal norms about gender, including gender roles, masculinity and femininity, self-esteem, and staying true to oneself. ...

ANNIES PLAID SHIRT socially significant picture book

HOORAY!!! My picture book, ANNIE'S PLAID SHIRT, is now available to purchase at Upswing Press! SIGNED COPIES are also available. Check out the beautiful book cover and some sneak peek pix of the interior pages:Here's the back cover and book spine:ANNIE'S PLAID SHIRT is an important ...

FUN QUICK EXAMPLE WHY VARY SENTENCE LENGTH

Hi writers, here's a wonderful and quick example of why it's important to vary sentence length.

ANNIES PLAID SHIRT Book Cover Reveal!

Hi All!  I'm very excited to share the cover for my picture book, ANNIE'S PLAID SHIRT!  Themes include: Gender roles, identity, and individuality.  Release date: Nov. 2015 by Upswing Press. Also available at Amazon.Book summary:Annie loves her plaid shirt and wears it ...

ANNIES PLAID SHIRT Book Cover Reveal!

Hi All!  I'm very excited to share the cover for my picture book, ANNIE'S PLAID SHIRT!  Themes include: Gender roles, identity, and individuality.  Release date: Nov. 2015 by Upswing Press.Book summary:Annie loves her plaid shirt and wears it everywhere.  But one day her mom ...

250 Better Ways to Say WENT

Writers, using the word, "went," can be dull. So here's a handy list of alternatives!250 Ways to Say, "Went." Picture credit: www.writeathome.com

A RARE FIND Part 2! Indie author and publisher conference recap

Below is the Part 2 (Day 2) recap of the fabulous 2015 Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) conference.Session 5:  Biggest Mistake.  Presenter: David Essel, Author and TV/Radio HostWhen pointing out common mistakes that authors and publishers make, it always helps when the ...

A RARE FIND! Indie author and publisher conference recap Part 1 of 2

As an author and indie/self-publisher, I attended the 2015 Florida Authors and Publishers Association’s (FAPA) conference.  The lineup of speakers was great!  Even though the focus was on self-published authors and indie publishers, I kept thinking that traditionally published ...

THE BIG HELLO!

Hello everyone! This is my first NEWS post on my re-designed website! At this time, I'm waiting for illustrations to be completed for my self/indie published picture book. Much more about that later. I'm looking forward to sharing helpful writing and publishing-related articles, especially related ...