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I can’t believe we are almost half-way through summer. Hope you and your families are having a wonderful, relaxing, and joyous time. When I first started my writing journey back in 2011, I was fortunate to be a reader for the Cybils early chapter books category. I loved the spunkiness of the characters and the… Read more »

Last Friday, I shared the newest addition to the Flora series, FLORA AND THE PEACOCKS. Today I am excited to share with you my interview with the talented author/illustrator Molly Idle. What aspects of childhood do you like to capture in your art and writing? I think, captured in the books I make, are my… Read more »

Yesterday I shared the humorous SNAPPSY THE ALLIGATOR (DID NOT ASK TO BE IN THIS BOOK). Today I am excited to share with you my interview with debut author Julie Falatko and her sidekick Snappsy! Can you tell us a little about your writing journey? Ups/Down/Anything in Between I’ve always wanted to be a writer…. Read more »

Recently I received the following question from a friend and thought I would share my response as it might be helpful to other new parents. Q: My daughter is five months old and I haven’t been able read her much except book that you gifted. Can you help me with what kind of book should… Read more »

Yesterday I reviewed the heart-warming Penguin series. Today I am so excited to share my interview with Salina Yoon. I met Salina through the Verla Kay Blueboards (now SCBWI boards) where she is an active member. She has a generous, caring spirit which comes shining through in her Penguin books. She is a “prolific” author/illustrator… Read more »

Welcome to the August 2013 Carnival of Children’s Literature! A big thanks to all the kidlit experts that contributed to this month’s carnival. Hope you enjoy reading the wonderful collection of posts. Be sure to check-in at next month’s carnival at Stacking Books. Early Literacy Summer travels may be over but exploring new countries doesn’t… Read more »