Children's Book Authors/Illustrators discussion
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Hello! Glad I found this group. I am currently writing a MG book, have been working on it for the past 3 years! It keeps getting longer and longer. I nearly gave up on it, until I found a publisher for my chapter book, that gave me the encouragement to carry on. 
Looking forward to being part of the community.
Hi everyone!I'm a new publisher of children's books designed to uplift the underserved and improve children's confidence and self esteem. I'm glad to be a part of this group. I am always open to exchanging reviews anytime.
NGBKids is the collection of eBooks which will be sold to school and public libraries. We do not sell individual eBooks. I would welcome the opportunity to develop a selection of books from other countries. If you are offering one of your books for free to market yourself and you have an interest in introducing your work to the American children's audience, please contact me for more information.I'm interested in eBooks under 3000 words suitable for students in our K-8 grades.
almolaison@yahoo.com
Hi,Thanks for sharing this here. It sounds like an interesting possibility. I just launched my e-book yesterday and am in the KDP program, and I am not sure your program is compatible with that. ???
If it is, I would LOVE to join in.
Since we do not sell individual books, it would seem that donating your book to the collection would not violate the KDP rules.Please email me with some additional deals on your book so that I can send you some additional information
almolaison@yahoo.com
Hi, I'm Bonnie Ferrante, a hybrid author. My short stories, newspaper articles and columns, and novels have been published traditionally. I have begun simultaneously self-publishing novels and picture books and am doing my own illustrations. I received an Ontario Arts Council Writers Works in Progress grant to complete a YA paranormal historical which will be published by Tradewind Books in British Columbia. "Desiccate: Sphere of Vision Book One," my most recent YA book was completed with the support of an OAC Northern Arts grant. During the long cold winters of Thunder Bay, in Northern Ontario, I spend most of my time writing and drawing. Since developing Parkinson's Disease, I have switched from illustrating with acrylics and pencil crayon, to digital format. I was a grade school teacher for thirty-three years, ten of those as a teacher-librarian. I am a Jodo Shinshu Buddhist lay leader, which shows up in unexpected ways in my writing. Check out my writing on BonnieFerrante.ca which also lists other methods to connect. I ALSO HAVE A BLOG WHERE I REVIEW PICTURE BOOKS. http://steppingquietly.blogspot.ca/
I.L, If you want a review of your book, I'd be more than happy to trade and post for you.
Are your books on Amazon? If so, send me a link so I can take a look.
Hi,My name's Mike Billeter and I'm currently getting ready to publish my first children's book. It's an adventure chapter book targeted toward 3rd-5th graders, and I'm excited to finally get it out of my mind and into the world.
I'm also working on a book chronicling the adventures my wife and I experienced while walking across America last year. That one is not yet complete (the children's book, on the other hand, is), but I'm hoping to have a finished draft before the end of the year.
I'm looking forward to engaging with this group more and learning from everyone on here. Seems like a fantastic, intelligent group from what I've seen and read so far.
Hi, my name is Tracy, and I just joined this group today. I'm currently working on a children's book and a graphic novel, both of which I am writing and illustrating. I used to have a daily comic called "Furballed." You can see those links here and here.I'm looking forward to browsing this group, learning some new things, and so forth.
Hello! I'm Venessa
I've had two children's books published in the last two years.
Congratulations! Are they on Amazon? Tell us more!Just a reminder, there's a Goodreads giveaway going in the whole month of May for Something Stinks! I think my pub is giving away two copies.
Have a great middle of the week, everyone!
Gail
I.L. wrote: "Welcome!"Thank you
Hello everyone,I have released my first children's titles as ebooks and would like to hear what you all think of them. They are for children aged between 7-12. The sheet music from the tales can be found if you scroll around http://www.addisonstales.com/ to find little Vincent in his mousehole. Here at my cottage you can also find more characters who are patiently waiting for their story to be released. By late summer/autumn, the Addison's Tales digital book label will be launched with the help of app, audio book and print distributors - something that has taken nearly 6 years of work from many artistic people including musicians, animators, illustrators and a little old gardener from the town of Calladin (me). So, if any of you have children in this age group, or are in this age group yourself, please take a look at my author's page and post a review of a book of your choosing so that when Wivern Digital, an indi digital publishing house producing Addison's Tales, announces the label later this year, people will be able to see a review of selected tales around the net. You can even like their facebook page to follow how the 3D animation for the next production is coming along:
https://www.facebook.com/Wivern.Digit...
I'll give you a hint about the next story - it is about dreams and someone who makes them.
Many happy returns from the town of Calladin!
Greetings - I am a literary novelist who has just written a children's book on astronomy and am working with an illustrator. We are nearly complete and ready to hunt around for printing options for our book. Very exciting and daunting. I always went with big publishers for my adult books but this one involves setting up our own publisher Rawmeash and publishing independently. I'm delighted to join your group and looking forward to reading and reviewing other's work. I have put up a few short reviews of my favorite children's books. I love the illustrator Christina Balit and anything she is involved in.
My second book Stu's Big Party was released by Halo Publishing International last month and is available in hardcover, paperback & e-book on Amazon and on my new & improved website @ pbjauthor.com Yay me!
Gail wrote: "Welcome! Neat website."Thanks! I used Circlepad and did it myself :o)
Wow, very cool! Animation is neat. Mine just 'sits' there, but am glad to have one. Good work!
Hi everyone, I am a doctor who also writes fiction. I started with children's fiction but have since published romance. As far as children's books are concerned, I've written two, of which one is published (The Zaken Takeover) while the other is waiting for its chance! Lovely to find this group!
Hi all, I'm Brian, an Australian author. I have written since school in the UK and made just as many if not more mistakes as anyone and still do. After writing many general and adult publications, I have just written a series of children's books and found this is an excellent thread, I found the posts, comments, and information both interesting and informative. A credit to the founders and moderators.
Brian wrote: "Hi all, I'm Brian, an Australian author. I have written since school in the UK and made just as many if not more mistakes as anyone and still do. After writing many general and adult publications, ..."Hi Brian, welcome to the group. I'm a new inductee, and this seems to be a dead thread. Nice to meet you, regards, Reet
This is Roopa Weber, Author of Messy Penny. www.messypenny.comMessy Penny® is the first book of the series and focuses on how true beauty comes from the happiness in one’s heart. The main character, a lovable peacock, wakes up with excitement only to be disappointed when she does not look beautiful—her hair is a mess, her feathers are all rumpled, and her face is missing that special glow. When Penny focuses on the happiness in her heart, not even her messiness can stop her from feeling beautiful.
Roopa wrote: "This is Roopa Weber, Author of Messy Penny. www.messypenny.comMessy Penny® is the first book of the series and focuses on how true beauty comes from the happiness in one’s heart. The main charact..."
Hey Roopa, the book sounds just lovely. Is it a indiepub?
Yes, it is. Looking for an agent. I wrote 2 others, but it's so expensive to do under my publishing company...thanks for the kind words.
Roopa wrote: "Yes, it is. Looking for an agent. I wrote 2 others, but it's so expensive to do under my publishing company...thanks for the kind words."Roopa, why not ask/look for advice regarding self-publishing on Kindle Direct or some other platforms? You need to learn marketing skills!
I am learning as I go for sure. I am on KDP. Any other suggestions are welcome. Thank you.
Hi! My name is laurie and I am an artist who loves reading and storytelling of all kinds. It is one of my long time dreams to illustrate books, so if you are looking for an artist for your book, short story, or novel check out my site. You can find my contact information there. http://lxh111330.wix.com/laurenhidalg...
Hello. Just joined the group and want to introduce myself. I am Cheryl K McGonigle and I just self published my first book "Collecting Seashells" in May. I am new to good reads but it seems like a great site to be a part of. I started my first ever blog and my first giveaway. This is the first group I have joined because it seemed like it fit me and my interest. Have a great day all.
Welcome! This is a neat, diverse group. Your cover is lovely-hope sales go well.GailSomething Stinks!
Thanks so much! Slowly but surely trying to get it out there.
Mod
Hi my name is chad I am an author and my newly published work is spud by author C. T. Raye
Hi everyone,I'm Jacquie an Author and Illustrator, wildlife/pet artist and dog rescuer, and have just self published my first children's book The Secret Birthday Present - A Tale from Bucklebee Wood
If anyone can help me with reviews on Amazon/GR that would be great, there's also a giveaway running for my book on GR currently if you are interested.
I'm very much looking forward to connecting with you all, and helping you out.
It is so nice to be in the loop with others going through similar experiences. I currently am working on my second series of children's picture books. Living the Beach Life Series has been so much fun to create I just had to do another one. I am an animal lover, a teacher, a writer, a picture taker living on a small Island in the Caribbean, St Kitts. www.livingthebeachlifeskn.com.
Hello Jacquie,I see your book in listed on amazon.ca. Are you Canadian?
Your pictures are really good.
How was your experience with CreateSpace? Did you use their ISBN?
Good luck,
Gawri
My pen name is J.M. Vantes, I write primarily picture books that are available on Amazon. Facebook.com/jmvantes to find all of the links to my books or to get to know me better. I also have a nonfiction publication on Amazon.
Hello everyone,For those of you who don't know me I'm a Canadian children's writer.
I chose to self-publish because I wanted to be in full control of my publication. While writing I started my self-publishing consultation company offering sound advice to aspiring self-publishers.
I can always answer a quick question on Goodreads but for a more
professional approach you can contact me at
awakeyourmind@mirwag.com
You can always visit my website at gawrimanecuta.com
Thank you all,
Gawri Manecuta
I've been following the group for a while, I'm not sure that I ever introduced myself. I'm Lisa, and I write a children's book review site at www.readitagainmama.com with the help of my three kids. I review books, old and new, primarily aimed at elementary school age and younger. I have a passion for reading (always have) and I have so much fun sharing that passion with my children.
Hi! I'm Holly. I haven't yet written or published a children's book but it's floating around in my head as a goal for next year. In the meantime, I have written a book on cleaning out your clutter and keep a blog at familybooknight.blogspot.com.Sell Your Stuff, Save Your Life
Holly wrote: "Hi! I'm Holly. I haven't yet written or published a children's book but it's floating around in my head as a goal for next year. In the meantime, I have written a book on cleaning out your clutt..."Holly - get that book out of your head and into your hands! LOL Seriously, if you want to chat about how to get started, drop me a note or look for me on Facebook (Facebook.com/PBJauthor). My first one came out in 2013 and the second one just this past April. I love talking with new authors!
Patti wrote: "Holly wrote: "Hi! I'm Holly. I haven't yet written or published a children's book but it's floating around in my head as a goal for next year. In the meantime, I have written a book on cleaning ..."Thanks Patti! Appreciate it!
Hi. I'm Ellie Mae Kay. I have just published my first children's book "There's a Goat on My Porch," and have the second one partly written. I also have a non-fiction book published under Ellen Kelleher. I am happy to have found this group as it seems to be a great resource for children's authors to help each other out. I already found a book to read and review. :)
Hello Everyone!I have written my first children's book and fallen in love with the process. I hope to share what I have discovered along the way and glean insights from others as well.
My book is, The Hungriest Dragon: A Tale of Food and Friendship. It made Amazon's Top 100 Best Selling Children's Books on both free and paid lists. It was quite a learning curve!
I am in the process of completing my second book, title undecided as yet, but expect to have it published in September 2014.
I published my first book first as a Kindle and desire to know about others experience with Kindle publishing vrs. other publishing platforms in comparison.
Looking forward to more!
Best,
Kimberly
Hello everyone,I am very excited to meet you all. To let you know a little about myself, I am the creator of the Explore-A-Quest interactive adventure series. Each book allows YOU, the reader, to choose your path through the story, and reach exciting alternative endings.
I am the author of Channel U, Once Human, Ariona: The Bounty Hunter, and Hunk and the Hydra. I love to write Sci-fi, Fantasy, and Fairytale adventures. When I am not writing, I spend quality time with my family, and I go body boarding at the local beaches in Southern California.
Hi there, I'm Pigeon!I make watercolor, digital and embroidered (!) illustrations which fit not only children books style - although I like using pastel colors, I make also more melancholic images in my own personal style.
If you're looking for illustrations for your text or maybe you need help with character/poster/cover/pattern design, see my portfolio!
www.cargocollective.com/pigeon
also: www.facebook.com/pigeonart [every like appreciated!]
and: www.linkedin.com/in/kamiliakrol
Hello! I'm Steve Hodge and I've just published my fifteenth children's picture book, which is FREE now through Wednesday, August 27, 2014: http://www.amazon.com/Things-You-Migh....I have ten #1 Bestsellers on amazon and several of my books were chosen #1 "Hot New Release" the months they were published.
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Thank you so much for your comment! I am entirely new to all this so any feedback helps. We are often blind to our own work after a time, so it is vital to get a reality-check.
So far, the process is a lot of fun. Steep learning curve, though. :)
Thanks again,
Ingrid