KidLit First Lines: A Walk in the Wood by Nikki Grimes
November 30, 2023How could I not include this work by Nikki Grimes while I was walking in the Walpole Woods with her. What an amazing visit we had. I learned so much about the creation of this story, and the special gifts brought to this work by Brian Pinkney after the passing of his father, Jerry. ...
Read more...KidLit First Lines: Hello, Earth! by Joyce Sidman
September 30, 2023I’m such a fan of Joyce Sidman’s work, and Hello, Earth! is no exception.
Read more...It’s Not Easy
September 25, 2023I think it’s hard to revise text! I can’t imagine what my illustrator, Alina Chau, goes through for the “perfect” cover! We’re extremely grateful to our agents for pairing us together again to create One Perfect Plan. A bucket load of gratitude to the Penguin/ WaterBrook Team as well.
Read more...KidLit First Lines: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
September 23, 2023A book narrated by Death! Ingenious!
Read more...KidLit First Lines: The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds
September 8, 2023Starting a new a blog post series, and making this easy. Hope you enjoy discovering wonderful first lines from children’s books.
Read more...Author Acrostics with Victoria Coe
August 12, 2022Fenway, Hattie, and more, with Vitoria Coe. Find more here!
Read more...Author Acrostics with Peter Millett
August 12, 2022So much fun with Peter Millett. Enjoy here.
Read more...Author Acrostics with Mary Wagley Copp
August 12, 2022Welcome to Mary Wagley Copp. Read more here!
Read more...Author Acrostics with Christina Uss
August 12, 2022Everyone needs a biking buddy! Join Christina and find more here
Read more...Author Acrotics with April Prince Jones
August 12, 2022Pirates and more with April! Learn more here
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