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,...
I'm so happy to welcome, author Katherine Pryor to the blog today. Katherine has written a wonderful picture book, Attak of the Hangries, beautifully and hysterically illustrated by Thiago Buzzy. We've all been there...
EL: I am excited to host long-time kidlit friend, Della Ross Ferreri, today. Della always writes the most joyful and fun books, and A MOUSE BUFFET, A CHRISTMAS TREAT is no exception. This book is filled with fun, impeccable rhyme, and of course, some adorable,...
It's a HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY sort of day! I'm thrilled to introduce Cindy Williams Schrauben and her newest book, Hank's Change of Heart, beautifully illustrated by Sasha Richards. Welcome, Cindy, and Happy Book Birthday! I love reading your books, and Hank's Change of Heart is no...