EL: Happy Tuesday! I'm so happy to welcome Lydia Lukidis back to the blog. Her new book, GROUCHO THE GROUCHY GROUNDHOG (Volume 2): THE TERRIFYING TURNIP TAKEOVER (Volume 2), is a super fun and funny sequel to volume one, where we first meet characters, Groucho...
EL: Welcome to another edition of Writing Outside the Lines. As you may know, I love repeat customers because that means that someone we know has another book out in the world. I want to welcome back Candace Spizzirri, who is back with her adorable...
EL: I'm excited to end my very busy April by introducing you to Inbal Alon and her new book, MADDY'S TOWERS. Beautifully illustrated by Mandira Biswas, MADDY'S TOWERS is a lovely Social Emotional Learning story designed to help children explore the foundations of friendship. Using...
EL: I'm excited to welcome author, Annette Pimentel to the blog today. She'll be telling us all about her newest picture book, How a Bear Became a Book, which is beautifully illustrated by Faith Pray. As writers, we're told that there are no new ideas, but...
El: They say March comes in like a lion, but today, our introduction to March includes someone fierce, but much nicer than heavy winds. I'm excited to introduce you to the amazing Michelle Lee. I know I usually have picture book writers on the blog,...
EL: Hi everyone! You know I love repeat customers, so I am thrilled to welcome back David McMullin to Writing Outside the Lines! His new picture book, Rock n Roll Baby, is a rollicking good time, and you and your little ones will love reading...
EL: Today, we have a triple delight on Writing Outside the Lines. I would like to welcome three talented authors and their delightful board books celebrating Purim. For those who don't know what Purim is, here is a very short explanation. Purim is a joyous Jewish...
EL: Happy New Year, everyone! I'm sending wishes for a 2026 filled with love and laughter, health and happiness, and peace for all. Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Mel Rosenberg to the blog. What a great way to start the year! Mel's wonderful new picture book,...
EL: Another incredible writer guest has dropped by today! As has been said many times, one of the best things about writing kidlit (aside from the kids, of course!) is the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people. Joanna Rowland is one of those wonderful...
I am so excited to welcome my friend, Joy Preble, to the blog today. I first knew Joy as a prolilfic YA writer, then I got to really know her when she was working at my local indie, Brazos Bookstore. As someone who writes YA,...