Laura Sassi's Blog, page 51
July 6, 2020
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Michelle Lord Chats about THE MESS THAT WE MADE
Today I am delighted to welcome one of my first critique partners, Michelle Lord, for an interview to celebrate the release of her recent picture book THE MESS THAT WE MADE, published by Flashlight Press and gorgeously illustrated by Julia … Continue reading →
July 1, 2020
Summer Story Time on the Porch with Author Laura Sassi
Looking for something fun to do with the kiddos this summer – virtually? How about joining me on the porch every Tuesday at 10am throughout the month of July for a live reading of one of my books. Meet my storytelling … Continue reading →
June 29, 2020
Want to Write a Chapter Book? Helpful Links to Get You Started.
Often times my little picture book fans, who have grown up just a little bit and are ready for chapter books, ask me if I have any “older” books they can read. The answer thus far has been no, but … Continue reading →
June 22, 2020
“Scuffin” or “Mone”: 4 TIPS to TEST the TASTINESS of your STORIES
My daughter loves creating new recipes and one of her favorite strategies in the kitchen is to take a tried-and-true favorite, and then add an unexpected twist. Most of the time her creations are delicious, but tonight, as I’m reminiscing about her joyful … Continue reading →
June 15, 2020
KNIT THE TOWN: Thoughts on HOPE, LOVE, COMMUNITY (and writing)
A few weeks ago, I was asked by Teresa Murray, an extraordinarily creative knitter here in my hometown, if I wanted to participate in a surprise project to dazzle and cheer our little downtown clock plaza with yarn. We’d be yarnstormers, … Continue reading →
June 8, 2020
PICTURE BOOK SUNDAYS: My Breakfast with Jesus (A Faith-Sparking Lesson)
Last summer I planned a series for our church’s Sunday morning children’s program called PICTURE BOOK SUNDAYS: Sparking Faith Conversations using Picture Books and Scripture. Each week, using an engaging picture book as the spark, along with games and a craft, … Continue reading →
June 1, 2020
FREE Printable GOODNIGHT ARK Coloring Pages!
NEW RESOURCE!!!! I’ve been sharing these coloring pages in hardcopy form at school visits for several years now, but old-fashioned me never thought about making them available here. Thank you to Zonderkidz for creating them and I hope you and … Continue reading →
May 26, 2020
And the winner of FEDERICO AND THE WOLF is…
I’m delighted to announce that the winner of last week’s special giveaway, a brand new copy of FEDERICO AND THE WOLF is… betlw!! Congratulations! I will be in touch with you shortly so we can get the book to you. … Continue reading →
May 25, 2020
LOVE IS KIND: FIVE TIPS for Fostering KINDNESS in our Kids
I’m excited to share that a lovely little interaction on Twitter with a first grade teacher who shared how she had just read LOVE IS KIND to her students and tagged me – has resulted in an end of the … Continue reading →
May 18, 2020
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Five Fun Facts with Rebecca J. Gomez about FEDERICO AND THE WOLF (and a GIVEAWAY!)
Join me in welcoming fellow rhymer and picture book author, Rebecca J. Gomez, whose brand new picture book, FEDERICO AND THE WOLF (Clarion Books), delightfully illustrated by Elisa Chavarri, releases tomorrow! FEDERICO AND THE WOLF received a lovely review from … Continue reading →
