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[Kids Can Press]

Hello fellow readers, writers & artists!

We're Kids Can Press, a Canadian children's book publishing company. We're dedicated to putting out quality titles for families and children, and we want to connect with you, just to let you know about any other books you'd want to check out.

A couple of our titles you may be familiar with:
Scaredy Squirrel
Franklin In The Dark

[Courtney]

Hi! My name is Courtney Jones. I just published 3 volumes of my 5 part series on Amazon!
If interested, have a look at "In A Kitchen You Will Find."

http://www.amazon.com/Childrens-Book-...

[Brian]

Oopsie. I've been a member of this group for some time and have not yet introduced myself. So...

Hi, I'm Brian. I primarily write middle-grade stories now. If you are on Facebook and want to take part in daily discussions on my page, feel free to join (https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Bri...)

Someday I would like to write for small children. I have two children (a third on the way) and I read to them often. How great would it be to read them one of my books :)

[Courtney]

A little bit about myself!
I'm married and have an incredible 2 year old daughter. She is the reason and drive that motivated me to finally get myself out there to make my dream come true, which is to write children's books! I illustrate and write them and have 3 volumes of my series In A Room You Will Find. These books take your child on a tour of your home and show them through colorful and fun illustrations what can be found in the kitchen, living room and bedroom! I'm currently finishing the 4th volume, in a bathroom you will find!
If you would like to know more about me feel free to visit my website courtneymjones.com In the kids corner tab I have made and uploaded free printable coloring and activity sheets for the kiddos! On my website my books are listed with links to Amazon! Ebooks are available for free rental on a kindle and for sale for only 2.99. The paperback version of In A Kitchen You Will Find is available on Amazon as well for 7.97!
Thanks for reading and I hope to talk with all of you some more! Message me anytime or you can find me on Facebook!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Courtn...

[Christine]

I published my fairy tale 'A Father's Wish: the Tale of King Big Bear' last year and just updated the book's website by adding an extra special goodie. If you subscribe to 'The Chronicles of King Big Bear' you'll receive the the Royal Newsletter, which features coupons, giveaways, book release dates and more.

subscribe here: http://www.chroniclesofkingbigbear.com/

The first promo has already been aired: a 65% OFF coupon to use on my Fine Art America site. Use code FVYDKD on http://christine-corretti.artistwebsi... to get this generous discount. by the way, you'll notice that some of my art is fairy tale oriented. Get ready for cuteness!!

[Gail]

Welcome to all the new folks! I wanted to thank one of our members, JD Holiday, Featured Host on blogtalkradio for having me on her newest program, The Author's Words, on Friday, August 16. I got to talk about my recently released middle grade fiction mystery, Something Stinks! Thanks so very much, JD! (it is archived http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bgr/2013...)

[Liane]

Hi!

I'm Liane. I'm here to learn a bit more about the world of writing for children.
It's always been one of my passions, probably since I was a child myself, I look forward to learning from you all :)

[Stephanie]

Hello All. I'm Stephanie, an American living in Sydney, Australia, and a children's picture book author with my first title coming out in early 2014. I've already picked up some great advice browsing through the posts from this group and look forward to being a member!

Website: www.stephaniemward.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/wallythewarmweatherp...

[Elaine]

Hi everyone, I write children's books with a infusion of giggles, then stirring in a added thought about ways to help our environment! Beware Parents, Sudden explosion of giggling to follow!
Thanks Elaine M Phillips
Diary of Stink Dog
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007D44ZFC

[Nancy S. Rippy]

Hi Everyone! My name is Nancy Rippy. I just published my first children's book on Amazon. The book is free TOMORROW 9/14. It starts around 12:00 a.m. tonight. Please click the links below:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DF99M52
http://happykidsbookshelf.com

[Gwen]

Hi! Thanks for creating this group. My name is Gwen Dandridge. I've been reading Children's book for a very long time. I write YA and MG fantasy, The first of these is recently out in paperback and ebook.

Here is the goodreads link: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18...

Hoping to hear from all of you about your journeys with your books.

[Dan]

I had my book A Glimpse of Christmas Past featured today on Books Daily I will keep you posted. It will be featured in Baker and Taylor's E★Blast this Tuesday Oct. 1st. I'll keep you posted on that as well. Please feel free to visit my new book website at http://www. dcdonahue.com

[Dan]

Hi I'm Dan athor of A Glimpse from Christmas Past ISBN 9781481740289
Today my book is featured on Book Daily. com Also featured in the Baker& Taylor E★Blast for this coming quarter. I will try to keep you postef. Be surr to check out my website at http//:www.dcdonahue.com

[Tatyana]

Hi, my name is Tatyana. I have just published my first book and is curious how it will work out.

[Dan]

Hi everyone I'm Dan Donahue/Author/A Glimpse from Christmas Past

[Dan]

To all you children's book authors is there any social media advice in this 10th hour anyone can offer? Dan

[Elle]

Hello everyone!

My name is Elle. I recently wrote and illustrated The UnPopular Pea (& Carrot). It is a picture book to teach children about food and to help them eat healthier!

Pop over and check it out if you have a minute, or shoot me a message and I will be happy to check out your book! I am also doing a Book Giveaway right now if you're interested. Thank you for the terrific group. I look forward to getting to know everyone! :)

Best,

Elle Valentine

[Lorraine]

Dan wrote: "To all you children's book authors is there any social media advice in this 10th hour anyone can offer? Dan"

Dan wrote: "To all you children's book authors is there any social media advice in this 10th hour anyone can offer? Dan"

Dan wrote: "Hi all you yon teenagers,

I have published my first Children's Christmas book:
'A Glimpse from Christmas Past'. My publisher is authorhouse.com but my book is available on all online bookstores A..."

Hi Dan,
email me and I will tell you about a cross promotion campaign I am working on for other children’s authors such as myself. I lhave some good ideas.

[Meighan]

Long Live Earth
Hi! I am Meighan and my book Long Live Earth was originally published by Scholastic in 1993. To celebrate it's 20th birthday I am publishing a new Anniversary edition under my own imprint so I can do things my way this time and do things like donate proceeds to great causes.

I am currently donating 10% of pre-order proceeds to 350.org which is working hard to solve the climate crisis. Pre-order ends Dec. 1.

I hope you will check out Long Live Earth and help spread the word!

Thank you all - I am very glad to be a part of the group! Meighan

[Meighan]

Oops... forgot to mention. Book is currently for sale only through Amazon.
Thank you again,
Meighan
www.meighanmorrison.com

[Patricia]

Megan, I am Patti Easley (Patricia on my books). I have written four preschool age books, one about what is happening with bees and one at my illustrator about the Wicked Witch of Drought (from the perspective of a blade of grass). I also have one about Mike Robe's bash in the Trash, about microbes in the compost. I am concerned about climate change, particularly how it is impacting vulnerable lives around the world. Good for you donating to climate change programs.

Patti Easley

[Stacie]

Hello all you talented people!

I am an Indie self-published children's author with two titles available and more on the way. My newest is a picture book 'Sir Stan the Bogeyman' which takes the legend of the Bogeyman and gives him a backstory and happy ending. In rhyme! Lavishly illustrated.

http://www.amazon.com/Sir-Stan-Bogeym...

Check out my blog at http://staciemorrell.wordpress.com
Suggestions for improvements are always welcome!

[Lorraine]

Hello,
I am a published self published author and also a published author. I had a short memoir published in 2010 , a Young Adult Paranormal read just this August and a recent Young Adult Paranormal Read this October 31. Please visit my site to get a sneak peak.
www.lorrainecarey.com

[Carolyn]

Hi, new to this group. Children's author/illustrator from Scotland. Written two rhyming stories for 6-9 year olds:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bankrupt-Toot...
Andrew's Fairy Tale eBook: Carolyn Mandache: Amazon.co.uk: Books

[Debbie]

Hi Everyone,
I am new to the world of children's book. I have just published my first - Crystal A Fairy's Dream. I am mainly a playwright and theatre director. Looking forward to sharing in the group!Crystal - A Fairy's Dream

[Jim]

Hi everyone! My name is Jim Richard. I just joined this group and I'm glad to have found like-minded people! I'm the author and illustrator of Blue Bink Likes to Think - Colors, Yellow Yay Likes to Play - Shapes, and Red Rinn Likes to Imagine - Letters. And I'm currently working on my fourth book.

[[deleted user]]

Hi My names John and thank you for allowing me to join the group.
I have just published my novel 'Finley Flood - Mirrors and Glass'.

The book is aimed at readers aged about nine and upwards, and the content is entirely appropriate for the age group. with no language or sex issues.

The main character is Finley Flood, who is funny and cool, and will appeal very much to the reader.

I would welcome anyone to download the novel for free on Smashwords, and if you could leave me a review that would help tremendously.

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

Thank you all in advance.

[Wendy]

Hello everyone, I have been around here for a little while but have just noticed I have been remiss in introducing myself! Apologies!
I am the author of three books; two for children. Kellie at Come-alive Cottage and Danger at Come-alive Cottage
Writing has been a lifelong interest to me and I finally published my novel in January 2012. The idea for my children's series was scribbled in an old note pad long before I even owned a computer so finally seeing the first one in print was a real thrill.
Kellie and her quirky family are books designed mainly for fun for six to seven years and up, to engender a love of words with a little magic!
Kellie at Come-alive Cottage is free for kindle http://amzn.to/1cbq7KA just for the rest of today.

[[deleted user]]

Hi everybody,

My name is Ethan and I am an aspiring children's author. I am currently learning about the industry and am interested in unique business avenues to take to help bring my story to the lives of children, worldwide!

I look forward to connecting and speaking with many of you.

[Danielle]

Welcome Ethan!

[David]

Hi Everyone,

My name is David L. Sterling and I am the author of Eli the Minnow and The Coral Cave Adventure . I am also the COO of Rowdy Boys Books, LLC, a publishing company I started with my wife.

You can read more about us at:
www.RowdyBoysBooks.com

And if you want to read a really great children's book, ;), go check out www.EliTheMinnow.com

I hope to meet/chat with many of you as I travel down this new road of writing children's books!

David L. Sterling

[Jennifer]

Hi everyone :)

I am a fine art photographer and print based graphic designer. I love illustrating and designing book covers! Here are a few examples of my work:


Visit my website to see more of my work: http://jennifernicholewells.com

Contact me at jennifernicholewells@outlook.com or 904-315-6242

Thanks,

Jennifer Nichole Wells

[[deleted user]]

Hi All,

Thanks for allowing me to join your group.

My platform topics center on Diversity and Bullying issues. I love children and believe they should love themselves and have deep-seated empowerment as they proudly self-identify.

My two children's chapter books, "No Tildes on Tuesday" and "Clique, Clique, STOP" both have a biracial protagonist telling her story of trying to fit in, and later doing something about it.

I've wanted to write books for some time, but I was sparked to get going because one person stated to me that children who are mixed WILL have psychological problems. It's funny how such a narrow-minded, negative comment got me sparked enough not to tarry any longer.

I've also written two journals, "Affirmation Daybook: Journal" and "Diversity Daybook: Journal." In addition, my daughter and I co-created a little girls diary titled, "Guess What? Dear Diary,"

My bully book, "Teacher, Teacher, Can't You See?" should be release in the next 4-5 weeks.

I can go on and on here, but if you are so inclined, and when time permits, please visit my website to learn more about me, my work, articles, blog post, videos, diversity activities, and more.

Website: http://www.BooksThatSow.com

Author Motto: Love is the key to Diversity!

[Stacie]

Greetings!

Please visit me at my Amazon page http://www.amazon.com/Stacie-Morrell/...

and my blog http://staciemorrell.wordpress.com

[Gawri]

Hello everyone,
It would be my pleasure to post reviews in exchange for review of my books as well.
However, due to my busy schedule I prefer to accept only hardcopies. You can print a pdf and send it to me.
My e-mail is awakeyourmind@mirwag.com
My website is www.gawrimanecuta.com
Please ask for my address if you are interested.
Thanks all,
Gawri

[Diana]

Hi,I'm Diana. I published my first children's picture book, Mr. Kite and the Perilous Flight, this past December. I am an illustrator as well, although I did not illustrate this one. Take a look! I am doing a giveaway for it starting Feb. 13.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/0991202368/r...

Learn more at : https://pepandolie.com/

I am new to Goodreads, and to the world of self-promotion! I'm quite overwhelmed and excited. Looking forward to learning and sharing with all of you.

Thanks,
Diana

[Kelly]

Hello everyone!

I am an aspiring children's book author as well (with a very specific appreciation for music). I look forward to learning more about you all and developing my voice along the way. I am grateful to have found this group.

[Deb]

Hi Kelly,
I'm Deb. I'm a children's book reviewer (among other things) and am ashamed to say that I haven't been here in a whle. I review your book for you. I off to Amazon to download it now. Do you want it done by a certain date?
http://debhockenberry.com

[Carole]

Hi everyone,

I am very glad to have found this group. I am in the process of trying to get my first manuscript completed and ready for an editor. Reading everyone's thoughts/tips and knowledge is very inspiring.

Happy writing!
Carole

[Deb]

Hi Carole,
Congratulations on your manuscript! One thing I've found out (the hard way) is that after you have your first draft completed put it away for about 1 or 2 week. Then go back and re-read it. You'll be reading it with a fresh set of eyes and will see those mistakes that you missed before. Taping your story into a tape recorder is good too. You can hear your mistakes. You know, you'll be able to hear when sentences or paragraphs don't flow smoothly into one another & stuff like that. Also, while your MS is setting, do your homework on publishers and editors. A good site for this is Predators & Editors.
http://www.debhockenberry.com

[Pertti]

Hi everyone!
My name is Pertti and I come from Finland. I have been a writer for 3 years now. My first illustrated children’s book in English “Lucy The Cat” (ISBN-13: 978-1494444136) was published 2 weeks ago as e-book and print and is available via all Amazon shops and print version also in other Web stores. My illustrated fairy tale book in Finnish will be published via a local publisher in a couple of weeks. Lucy The Cat is the first book in a sequel. You will meet Lucy, the curious, gentle, cute Sacred Birman cat. After reading this book you will certainly love Lucy The Cat as much as I do. Meow to all of you!

My Author page: http://www.lucythecat.com/author-pert...
Lucy The Cat’s page in Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IARLDCY
Lucy The Cat’s home page: http://www.lucythecat.com/
My personal home page: http://www.pietarinen.org/english.html
Lucy The Cat’s Facebook page for you to like: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lucy-T...

[Diana]

David wrote: "Hi Everyone,

My name is David L. Sterling and I am the author of Eli the Minnow and The Coral Cave Adventure. I am ..."

David wrote: "Hi Everyone,

My name is David L. Sterling and I am the author of Eli the Minnow and The Coral Cave Adventure. I am ..."

Hi David,
I recognised your Eli the Minnow (which looks very cute, by the way) on Book Daily.I was thinking of putting my book on there, and I wanted to ask you if you have found Book Daily to be a worthwhile site to promote your book. Perhaps others in this group would like to know that too.

Hope you don't mind me asking,
Diana

[Carole]

Deb wrote: "Hi Carole,
Congratulations on your manuscript! One thing I've found out (the hard way) is that after you have your first draft completed put it away for about 1 or 2 week. Then go back and re-read ..."

Deb,

Thank you for responding to my introduction and that wonderful advice. I will definitely do both (let it sit and review the site you recommended).
Carole

[Jodi]

Cannot believe how much my group has grown! Keep up the great posts, everyone!

[Barry]

Hello, my name is Barry Ferguson (pen name A. J. Westin)and I have published close to a dozen children's adventure books on kindle. Very happy to be on this board. Seems we have some very creative people here and am excited to put my two cents worth in...

[Gawri]

Barry wrote: "Hello, my name is Barry Ferguson (pen name A. J. Westin)and I have published close to a dozen children's adventure books on kindle. Very happy to be on this board. Seems we have some very creativ..."

Hello Barry,
Welcome to our creative circle. As self-publishers we have to stick together.
Gawri

[Josh]

Jiana wrote: "Hi there,

My name is Jiana. i am a painter/ illustrator. I wrote and illustrated a children's book that I just published on Amazon
As an ebook. I am hoping to be able to print my book one day ^_^...."

Hi Jiana,
I just went to your website and found your art work exceptional. I was wondering if you could give me a little advise. Myself and a good friend have a story he has written and we would like to publish it as an ebook(we are thinking that would be the simplest way to go right now). Can you give me a little insight on the process. Thanks!

[I.L.]

Hi!

New to Goodreads and excited to find so many good groups and discussions in here. I am launching a self-published children's book by the end of this month.
It is a picture book for 3-7 year-olds about a boy who builds a robot. It is a story I made up for my 5 year-old son who is robot-mad. It is called Bing & Nero --there is a book trailer and animation at www.bingandnero.com. If anyone has any comments or suggestions, they will be greatly appreciated! Hoping to learn and discover here!
Cheers!

[Lorraine]

Hello, I am an Author, Children’s Reading Specialist, and Teacher.
I have 3 books for middle grade to YA on Amazon that are fantasy/ adventure. They are clean teen reads! They are peppered with historical facts to inspire our young readers also. I have FREE downloadable worksheets on my website to accompany these novels for educators and parents.
www.lorrainecarey.com

[Gail]

No expert here, but your trailer for Bing & Nero is adorable, and based on it, I would buy the book. Best of luck with your launch!