There’s another exciting book deal to announce… This went out in Saturday’s Publisher’s Marketplace mail: Laurie Thompson‘s MY DOG IS THE BEST, in whimsical praise of a boy’s best friend, with all of his fine canine attributes, to be illustrated … Continue reading
Today I’m thrilled to welcome back author Deborah Hopkinson. I interviewed Deborah here previously in a more general sense, but this time I’d like to talk specifics about her latest book, KNIT YOUR BIT, coming from Putnam Juvenile on February … Continue reading
I’ve been working like crazy lately on a revision for the editor of my first book. I’m simultaneously blown by away by how much work she’s asking me to do AND by how much better it’s going to make the … Continue reading
Every book launch party I’ve ever been to has been a ton of fun. If that’s not enough reason to go to as many as you can, how about just just supporting our local authors and illustrators? You want them … Continue reading
Author Jean Reidy‘s new picture book, LIGHT UP THE NIGHT (Hyperion, October 2011) was inspired by her connections to Uganda and its children, many of whom have been displace due to past civil war or orphaned by AIDS. To celebrate the … Continue reading
For many writers, November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), a month-long commitment to creativity wherein writers turn off their inner critics and pound out a complete 50,000-word novel in 30 days. I’ve seen the results, and it’s nothing short … Continue reading
I’m still pinching myself about signing with Ammi-Joan Paquette at Erin Murphy Literary Agency. I’ve always known Joan and Erin are amazing, but I wasn’t expecting the close-knit, ultra-supportive group of EMLA clients who totally sweeten the pot. I set about trying to read all … Continue reading
Children’s Book Week has been celebrated through the United States since 1919 with appearances by authors and illustrators, parties, storytelling, and other book-related events in schools, libraries, bookstores, etc., and this year it takes place May 2-8! Don’t you just … Continue reading
I just pre-ordered my copy of WHAT YOU WISH FOR: A BOOK FOR DARFUR, and I am so looking forward to reading it. Coming from Penguin Group’s G.P. Putnam’s Sons in September, 2011, the book is a collection of YA … Continue reading
You’ve probably seen the smiling cat figurine with the waving right front paw, but have you ever wondered why it’s there? Told from the cat’s point of view, this charming 32-page picture book tells children one of the possible stories … Continue reading
I write nonfiction for kids, believe in youth empowerment, and am a sucker for underdogs.
My work is represented by Ammi-Joan Paquette at Erin Murphy Literary Agency (definitely NOT underdogs).
Kids And Business: What Does It Take To Raise An Entrepreneur?
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Nutella No Bake Cookies from SixSistersStuff.com
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#quote "Do your little bit of good where you are. It's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world." - Desmond Tutu
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psychedelic cake stand!
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In Norse mythology, Huginn (from Old Norse "thought") and Muninn (Old Norse "memory" or "mind") are a pair of ravens that fly all over the world, Midgard, and bring information to the god Odin.
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