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Authors and Illustrators share children's book publishing information

A Feast for the Eyes (and the tummy!)

Sarah Momo Romero

01 July, 2019

Every year, I find that the holiday season seems to creep up on me faster each year. I want to slow down and savor the moments, and the amazing food! I am now home after a week long Northern California road trip up to Santa Cruz, a trip we make every year to feast and celebrate Thanksgiving with...

Mira Reisberg

01 July, 2019

Mondays with Mira: Ode to an Onion by Alex Giardino and Felicida Salas - Or, How To Make a Biography Sing Hi there, I am in love with this book. It doesn't hurt that it's from a former student, Alexandria Giardino, but regardless it sings and shines with an exquisite...

Bryan Patrick Avery

01 July, 2019

Well, it’s the holiday season, one of the most magical times of the year. My magic props have been packed away for the past month or so, meaning I haven’t spent much time practicing. That’s okay though. To me the holidays are a wonderful time to connect (or reconnect) with family and friends....

Sarah Momo Romero

30 June, 2019

It’s the holiday season, and the hustle and bustle of shopping and preparing for the festivities is in full swing. With just a few days until the new year, I can’t help but look back on the year and be grateful for all the memorable events and magical moments, both big and small. With that in...

It's Time for Rhyme: Finding Humour Through Picture Book Verse

30 June, 2019

It's a brand new year, friends, and many of us might be looking at our writing goals for 2019. Mine is improving my rhyming skills, with a view to sharpening the humour in my picture book manuscripts. Before you all gasp in horror, I am aware of the common wisdom that editors are wary of...

Bryan Patrick Avery

30 June, 2019

Inevitably, after I perform a magic trick for someone, the age-old question comes up: “How did you do that?” I usually just smile and fall back on my time-tested answer: “Magic.” This might sound strange, but there’s something about that particular answer that actually pulls people in closer. The...

Sarah Momo Romero

30 June, 2019

This winter has been an usually cold and wet one in Los Angeles. For me, the unexpected rains and cooler temperatures are a welcome change, our Earth definitely needs all the replenishment it needs after the scorching summer heat. But I also find myself with the winter blues, cooped up inside...

Bryan Patrick Avery

30 June, 2019

Life? Or Death? There is no more compelling scenario in magic then one in which a magician’s failure could lead to harm or certain death. The escape artist, handcuffed and chained before being lowered into a tank of water, must find her way out or risk drowning. The infamous bullet catch has...

Bryan Patrick Avery

29 June, 2019

Most well-known magic artists aren’t famous because of the tricks they perform, but because of the personality of the magicians themselves. Magicians like Daryl, Don Alan, and Johnny Thompson found their fame by portraying themselves as someone audiences could relate to, enjoy spending time with,...

Melissa Stoller

29 June, 2019

There are many inspiring and helpful books about writing and creativity that may be useful as you continue along your children’s book writing path. Here are five that I recommend: BIG MAGIC: CREATIVE LIVING BEYOND FEAR, by Elizabeth Gilbert Read this book to be inspired to live your best...

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Our awesome lineup of authors & illustrators love sharing goodies that will help others!

1st Mondays begin with Clear Fork/Spork editor/art director, former agent and former kidlit professor Mira Reisberg PhD who is also the Director of the Children's Book Academy.
2nd Mondays will feature super smart Melissa Stoller whose career is taking off with several new books.
3rd Mondays will feature Bryan Patrick Avery, published writer, man of mystery, and professional magician among other things.
4th Mondays will feature the fabulous debut author/illustrator Sarah Momo Romero of 'Wake up Little Bat' fame.
5th Mondays will be a mystery post from the vaults.

Blogfish

Authors and Illustrators share children's book publishing information

A Feast for the Eyes (and the tummy!)

Mondays with Mira: Ode to an Onion - How to make a biography sing

Three Wonderful Picture Books About Relationships

It's All About The Little Things

It's Time for Rhyme: Finding Humour Through Picture Book Verse

Pssst…Here’s Two Magical Reasons to Give Your Characters a Secret

Kicking the Winter Blues with Love and Emotion

What Happens When You Put Your Characters in Extreme Danger?

Four Books with Character, Part 1

It's All About Writing Resources - Part 1

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