This summer, at the International Literacy Association conference, I had the privilege of hearing Jane O’Reilly accept an award for her novel, The Notations of Cooper Cameron (CarolRhoda Books). I was so touched by her speech that I wanted to get to know her better. My wish came true when she sat in on the panel… Read more »
In July, I was honored to present at the International Literacy Association conference and even more honored to find myself signing books at a table next to Adib Khorram. Though he tried his best to convince this coffee drinker that tea is the best beverage ever, we had a great conversation about books and writing…. Read more »
There’s only one thing wrong with this book. I didn’t write it. But dogs have such a hard time getting published these days. Arf-fully good job by Elise Broach and Eric Barclay (and Henry Holt).
I “met” Jamie Hogan through a (then) correspondence course through the Institute of Children’s Literature. I was technically her instructor, but mostly I tried to get out of a very talented person’s way. I was thrilled a few years back when Jamie was serendipitously paired with another dear friend, Susan Blackaby, for a charming collection… Read more »
“Friend” doesn’t even begin to describe the dear Ann Whitford Paul. She opened her heart (and home!) to a newbie writer, eons ago, and I have adored her ever since. As far as I am concerned, she is the queen of the picture book format (make sure you check out her craft book, Writing Picture… Read more »
Today’s guest, Kim Griswell, and I share a six-degrees of separation kind of thing. Though we’ve never met, she was in a critique group for years with my dear friend and writing partner, Mary Nethery. And any friend of Mary’s is a good buddy of mine. I am so delighted to host Kim to celebrate Rufus… Read more »
Holly Niner and I met at the Kentucky Book Festival eons ago. We immediately bonded (I even conned her into staying over an extra night) and have rooted for each other from afar ever since. I’m so pleased to host her today in celebration of her latest books, The Day I Ran Away, and No… Read more »
Though Eddie Ellis and I have never met, any dog lover is a friend of mine! This is what Kirkus had to say about his book, Good Boy, Achilles! (published by Westbow Press, a division of Thomas Nelson and Zondervan): “A moving children’s tale about the ineffable bond between a boy and a canine as they… Read more »
How could I not be friends with Kristin O’Donnell Tubb when she clearly loves dogs as much as I do? And how can you not want to immediately dive in to her latest book, A Dog Like Daisy (Katherine Tegen Books), once you get a good look at the cover? You’ll find Kristin’s story behind… Read more »
It has been such a pleasure to get better acquainted with Melissa Roske, today’s guest. Unfortunately, most of that acquainting has been through social media; I know our paths will cross in real space and time someday and that, when they do, we’ll talk each others’ ears off! So happy to shine the spotlight on… Read more »