Tag Archives: children’s literature

Kid lit isn’t just for kids

The name of the genre might be deceiving, but the truth is, kid lit isn’t just for kids. There are those who disagree (Ruth Graham outraged half the Internet in 2014 when she said adults should be embarrassed to read … Continue reading

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The Bookish Christmas: Kid lit edition

When I encountered The Bookish Christmas tag at Scifi and Scary Book Reviews (*the tag was created by callummclaughlin.wordpress.com), I couldn’t resist jumping into the bookish fun. Without further ado, here is my bookish Christmas list. Father Christmas: Name a … Continue reading

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The inspiration behind the next book

I come from a family of storytellers. Stories were as much a part of dinner as Mom’s home cooking. We would tell stories about our days at work or school. During holiday and family gatherings, we would reminisce on holidays … Continue reading

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Q&A with the author

The Times newspaper in Ottawa, Ill., published this Q&A with me earlier this week about my newly released children’s chapter book, “Sarah & Katy and the Book of Blank.” To read the original, click here. The full Q&A is included … Continue reading

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Giveaway time! Win a free copy of ‘Book of Blank’

Want another Christmas gift to put under the tree for a 7- to 10-year-old without having to buy it? Then enter for a chance to win SARAH & KATY AND THE BOOK OF BLANK! Five copies of “Book of Blank” … Continue reading

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