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Welcome Author Jenna Waldman – Giveaway Alert

Help me welcome author Jenna Waldman who has two Jewish themed books out now, and wait until you see what she has coming next! I’m sure you’ll agree that she’s clever and hilarious. You’re also going to want to check out her book trailers which are some of my favorites. Her book, LARRY’S LATKES, illustratedContinue reading “Welcome Author Jenna Waldman – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 10/18/21

Today I have two winners to announce for giveaways from two wonderful authors that I know and admire. Lynn Becker is the winner of a Picture Book Fast & Lite Critique from author Denise Vega and a copy of her wonderful book, IF YOUR MONSTER WON’T GO TO BED, illustrated by Zachariah Ohora. The winnerContinue reading “Winner Announcement 10/18/21”

Welcome Author Lois Peterson – Giveaway Alert

Today I’m happy to introduce you to author, Lois Peterson and her nonfiction middle grade book, SHELTER – HOMELESSNESS IN OUR COMMUNITY, illustrated by Taryn Gee which releases today. Usually I celebrate book birthdays with cake but given the nature of this book, I will be making a food pantry donation instead. SHELTER – HOMELESSNESSContinue reading “Welcome Author Lois Peterson – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 10/11/21

Congratulations to Jilanne Hoffmann, winner of a book of your choice from author, Katelyn Aronson. Please email me ljrwritenow at Gmail and let me know if you want a copy of PIGLETTE, PIGLETTE’S PERFECT SURPRISE, both illustrated by Eva Byrne, or CLOVIS KEEPS HIS COOL, illustrated by Eve Farb. Don’t forget there are still amazingContinue reading “Winner Announcement 10/11/21”

Welcome Author Karen Greenwald – Giveaway Alert

It’s a joy to share my interview with Karen Greenwald today. Her debut picture book, A VOTE FOR SUSANNA, THE FIRST WOMAN MAYOR, illustrated by Sian James released on Friday with a virtual celebration hosted by the National Women’s History Museum which also featured two other amazing books about brave women who made a difference.Continue reading “Welcome Author Karen Greenwald – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcements 10/4/21

I’m happy to announce two winners today! Congratulations to Jennifer Lowe, winner of the a picture book critique from Henry Herz, author of I AM SMOKE, illustrated by Mercè López. Congratulations to Therese Gordon winner of a signed copy of BAREFOOT DREAMS OF Petra Luna and book swag from author, Alda P. Dobbs. Winners pleaseContinue reading “Winner Announcements 10/4/21”