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June 20, 2016
ILLUSTRATOR SPOTLIGHT: An Interview with Jennifer Zivoin
Last week the mailman delivered the June issue of Clubhouse Jr. which includes my story “Bugged and Blue”. It begins on page 24, if you care to take a peek. The editorial team did a wonderful job with layout. But what I especially admired was … Continue reading →
June 14, 2016
SKUNKS and SKETCHES: Thoughts on the Creative Process
Since today is National Skunk Day, I simply can’t resist re-sharing these writerly thoughts on skunks, elephants, and creativity. So, please bear with me and enjoy! Can you guess what these are? They’re preliminary sketches for the sleepy little pair skunks and the large … Continue reading →
June 13, 2016
SUMMERTIME STORY TIMES (with Skunks and Rooster!)
Looking for something fun to do with the kiddos this summer? How about joining me for one of these summertime story times? Meet my puppet companions who help with the storytelling and enjoy a special craft. Tuesday July 19, 2016 Join me for … Continue reading →
June 6, 2016
POST-CONFERENCE PONDERING: It’s Okay To Be A Late Bloomer
I returned last evening from a lovely weekend at the NJSCBWI annual June conference. The workshops were helpful and the keynotes from Suzy Ismail and David Wiesner were inspiring. Over the course of the weekend, I met writers and illustrators at … Continue reading →
June 3, 2016
And the winner is…
I’m delighted to announce that the winner of this week’s special giveaway, signed copy of Rebecca J. Gomez’s newest picture book, HENSEL AND GRETEL NINJA CHICKS is… JULIE!!!! Congratulations! I will be in touch with you today so we can get the book … Continue reading →
May 30, 2016
INTERVIEW: A Chat with Picture Book Author Rebecca J. Gomez (and a Giveaway!)
Join me in welcoming fellow rhymer and picture book author, Rebecca J. Gomez, whose brand new picture book, HENSEL AND GRETEL: NINJA CHICKS (Putnam May 2017), co-authored with Corey Rosen Schwartz and illustrated by Dan Santat, just released! HENSEL AND … Continue reading →
May 29, 2016
THE POWER OF LISTS: Getting Your Creative Juices Flowing
Please join me over at my online critique group’s blog – PENS AND BRUSHES – for some thoughts on making lists as a writer. I’ll make it easy for you. Press here.
May 23, 2016
SUMMER WRITING: 10 Fun Ideas for RELUCTANT WRITERS
With the lazy days of summer almost upon us, it’s time (at least at our house) to think of ways to keep up those writing skills and maybe even foster a little LOVE for writing! Here, then, are TEN ideas … Continue reading →
May 17, 2016
SCBWI Summer 2016 Reading List is NOW AVAILABLE!
HEADS UP ON A GREAT NEW RESOURCE FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS and KIDS! The Society of Children’s Book Writer and Illustrators (SCBWI) has put together a SUMMER READING LIST for 2016 which includes books of all genres from SCBWI authors and … Continue reading →
May 16, 2016
FIVE Things That FLOAT My Family’s Boat
RUMBLE! BOOM! If your family is anything like mine, life can be stormy, what with the winds of busy-ness blowing us this way and that. And even if we’re not in the midst of truly stormy times, I find, as … Continue reading →
