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June 11, 2018
SNEAK PEEK: Love Is Kind (my newest picture book with Zonderkidz!)
Ready for a sneak peek at what arrived on my porch this afternoon? It’s an advance copy of my upcoming picture book LOVE IS KIND, delightfully illustrated by French artist Lison Chaperon and published by Zonderkidz. I just love the … Continue reading →
June 6, 2018
Keynote Speaker Tami Charles’ Words of Wisdom
Originally posted on Bmore energy:
Author Tami Charles Charles delivering her keynote speech at the NJSCBWI18 conference. Inspiration for Everyone Tami Charles, whose middle grade novel Like Vanessa debuted in March, delivered a keynote speech at the NJSCBWI18 conference this…
Author Tami Charles Charles delivering her keynote speech at the NJSCBWI18 conference. Inspiration for Everyone Tami Charles, whose middle grade novel Like Vanessa debuted in March, delivered a keynote speech at the NJSCBWI18 conference this…
May 31, 2018
LOVE IS KIND: Meet Little Owl!
I haven’t received my advanced copy of LOVE IS KIND, so I can’t yet give you a proper advanced “flip through” of the book, but I think you’ll enjoy this delightful video clip, created by illustrator Lison Chaperon, introducing Little … Continue reading →
May 28, 2018
EXTRA! EXTRA! News Reporter Miss A. Weighs in on Latest AUTHOR VISIT!
As part of our homeschool time together, I have looked for opportunities to make writing experiences as authentic as possible for my reluctant writer, so when Miss A. asked if she could join me on a Friday afternoon author visit to … Continue reading →
May 24, 2018
IMPORTANT Housekeeping Matters: Please read!
It’s time for a little housekeeping. By now, you’ve probably heard about the new General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), that comes into effect May 25, 2018. Though most of my followers are from the U.S., out of an abundance of … Continue reading →
May 21, 2018
And the winner is…
I’m delighted to announce that the winner of last week’s special giveaway, a fresh off the press two-book bundle of Glenys Nellist’s adorable new board books, GOD MADE MOMMY SPECIAL and GOD MADE DADDY SPECIAL, illustrated by Estelle Corke and published … Continue reading →
May 17, 2018
FAN MAIL with MISS A: Thank you, Tami Charles!
Today Miss A. – my reluctant reader and writer – asked if she could write a guest post to share her excitement over receiving an author-response to a recent fan letter she wrote to an author whose book she LOVED. Maybe, … Continue reading →
May 16, 2018
THE POWER OF SETTING: Thoughts on Making Picture Books Shine
This morning, I am honored to be guest blogging over at picture book author Danna Smith’s blog, Picture Book Playlist. Today’s topic? The power of SETTING to make a picture book story SHINE. So, I hope you refill that delicious cup of … Continue reading →
May 14, 2018
GUEST POST: FIVE Fun FACTS about TWO FUN NEW BOOKS from Best-Selling Author GLENYS NELLIST! (AND A GIVEAWAY!)
Today I’m delighted to feature the wonderful Glenys Nellist as my guest. Glenys is the author 12 fabulous books – including her best-selling LOVE LETTERS FROM GOD series with five books out and more on the way. She’s also the … Continue reading →
May 11, 2018
And the winner is…
I’m delighted to announce that the winner of last week’s special giveaway, a brand new copy of Denette Fretz’s faith building new picture book I LOVE YOUR SMILE, CROCODILE, published by Zonderkidz, and illustrated by Jackie Urbanovic is… Tina!!!!! Congratulations! I will … Continue reading →
