Friends, it’s been a while since I hosted an author on my blog and I’m so pleased to share my interview with Lynn Street debut author of THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST, illustrated by Anne Hunter. THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST is a lyrically written nonfiction book that shares the symbiotic relationship of blue jays and oak trees and released earlier this month from Peachtree Publishing. The book also contains a tree-mendous, pun intended, amount of back matter about the different types of blue jays that live in different areas which was of special interest to me since I have lived in different parts of the United States. This book is well-researched and beautifully illustrated making it a great way for for people of all ages, yes I mean me, to learn something new!
Lynn is offering one lucky reader a chance to win a signed copy of THE BLUE JAYS THAT GREW A FOREST (US addresses only) just comment on the blogpost to enter. Please feel free to share this post on your social media and tag both me and Lynn when you do.
What were you like at the age of your target audience?
I loved to read and climb trees. I watched birds but did not know the names of many of them. I was a Brownie. I enjoyed making things. The best present I received at that age was a massive Crayola art set that had chalk, watercolors, markers, crayons, and tempera paint.
What inspires you?
Walks and nature! There is a three-mile trail near my house. I go out daily and love to watch birds and spot deer. I also like art, science, museums, and history.
What’s one thing you hope readers take away from your book?
I hope this book will spark readers to observe the birds in their neighborhoods. What are birds eating? Where are they nesting? Can readers spot a blue jay? Blue jays have a wide range over the eastern and central US, and other jay species populate the western states. This nut-burying activity is going on all around us!
It would also be fabulous if kids could plant oak trees in their communities. Oaks support a greater variety of caterpillars than any other native tree. And songbirds, like blue jays, need this source of protein to feed their young.
What can we look forward to next from you?
I have another book—about birdwatching—coming out in early 2027. It’s a picture book biography. I’ll be excited to promote both of these books about our feathered friends!
Readers, to learn more about Lynn, her books, and upcoming events you can find more information:
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Oh I’ve been wanting to read this one! As a former tree-climber, I recently noticed that I write A LOT about trees! They are so fascinating. I can’t get enough and this sounds absolutely magical!
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Thanks for reading, Carolyn. I am always interested in learning new things about nature and this book was a treasure trove of information. Good luck in the giveaway.
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What a beautiful and informative book. I had no idea.
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Thanks for reading, Robin. You’re going to love this book, such a wonderful source of beauty and knowledge. Good luck in the giveaway.
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Congratulations, Lynn! Love your book!
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Thanks for your kind congratulations, Kim. Good luck in the giveaway.
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This looks like such a great book. I can’t wait to read it. Congratulations to Lynn! Thanks for the post.
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Thanks for supporting Lynn and so many others in the writing community, Rosi. It really is an incredible book. Good luck in the giveaway.
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I was bummed to get from vacation too late to watch Lynn read her book on Storytime Sprint. Looking forward to reading it soon!
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Hi Jilanne, I hope your vacation was wonderful. It’s always a joy hearing an author read their own book, but sometimes we can’t be in two places at once. 😊 I know you’ll love this book. Good luck in the giveaway.
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We have two oak trees that we planted outside of our kitchen window. I learned blue jays eat acorns by observing them complete with the squirrels. Then, when the deer moved into our neighborhood, I learned they also eat acorns. I’m excited to read this book and learn more. Danielle Hammelef
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How wonderful to watch them right from your house. I’m in a new house now and watching the squirrels chase each other on the ground has been quite entertaining but the number of birds I see from my desk is amazing! Good luck in the giveaway.
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