I'm so happy that author/illustrator, Marie Boyd stopped by to talk about her new book JUST A WORM. This lovely book about a worm trying to face his place in the world is one you don't want to miss. And, of course, the gorgeous illustrations...
It's an exciting day here over here at Writing Outside the Lines! I met the amazing Caroline Perry in my marketing group, PB SPree, and I am so excited that she is visiting the blog today. Her debut picture book, THE CORGI AND THE QUEEN,...
Comforting as hugging a beloved stuffed animal. This is how Kirkus described TEDDY LET'S GO, by my friend Michelle Nott, and illustrated by Nahid Kazemi. I don't always agree with Kirkus reviews, but for this one, they nailed it. And how much do you love...
EL: I'm thrilled to welcome to Razeena Omar Gutta, all the way from Brisbane, Australia! She's here to chat about her wonderful debut picture book, HANA'S HUNDREDS OF HIJABS. It's coming out on September 20 and ready for pre-sale NOW! I totally enjoyed reading this...
EL: Happy Monday! I am thrilled to welcome author Francie Dekker to Writing Outside the Lines. When you read her debut picture book, OUR WORLD OF DUMPLINGS, you will be happy and hungry at the same time. I definitely recommend it! Welcome, Francie! Let's dig right...
Welcome, everyone! I've said before that writing can be a lonely endeavor with lots of highs and lows and twists and turns. But on this journey, I also get to meet incredible people along the way. So, I was thrilled to meet Candace Spizzirri and...
Another new friend! Hurray! I'm pleased to introduce Jen Kam to all who don't know her. Her new book, UNTIL THE BLUEBERRIES GROW, is a lovely diverse, intergenerational story that is wonderful on so many levels. EL: Welcome Jen! Before we get to your book, will...
It's always such fun to meet new kid lit creators, and although some of you may know her already (and if not, you need to), I just met author Sarah Bagley Steele. She is the talented author of THE HAPPIEST KID, which debuted from Yeehoo...
Welcome back to "Writing Outside the Lines." I know it's been a while, and don't worry, I will be back to highlighting and celebrating a lot more Kid Lit writers and illustrators. There are so many wonderful things happening in Kid Lit Land, so STAY...
EL: Several months ago, I posted a cover reveal for this lovely book, PLANTING FRIENDSHIP: PEACE, SALAAM, SHALOM, written by Callie Metler, Shirin Rahman, and Melissa Stoller and illustrated by Kate Talbot. I'm excited that it's out in the world now (as of Oct. 19,...