Today I’m excited to introduce two debut authors who both have picture books printed in a dyslexic inclusive font. As a reading specialist, I wanted to know more and I’m thrilled that both Candice Marley Connor and Michelle Vattula are offering one lucky winner a signed copy of their amazing books. Comment on this blogpostContinue reading “Welcome Authors Candice Marley Conner and Michelle Vattula – Double Giveaway!”
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Winner Announcement 7/12/21
Congratulations to Julie Danneberg, winner of BFF OR NRF (Not Really Friends) by Jessica Speer plus some awesome book swag! Email me ljrwritenow at Gmail to connect with the author. Don’t miss critique giveaways from Kira Bigwood and Katie Frawley and a book giveaway from Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia. Coming tomorrow is a double giveaway fromContinue reading “Winner Announcement 7/12/21”
Welcome Author Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia – Giveaway Alert
I’m thrilled to have Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia on the blog today. I loved her first book, BESS THE BARN STANDS STRONG, illustrated by Katie Hickey. So you can imagine how excited I was to hear about her new book, BALLOONS FOR PAPA, illustrated by Erika Meza. Trust me, you’ll want to order it for yourselfContinue reading “Welcome Author Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia – Giveaway Alert”
Welcome Author Katie Frawley – Giveaway Alert
Today’s interview with author Katie Frawley, a wonderful critique partner who I met through a few online groups and mutual friends. She’s a judge for RateYourStory.org and her adorable picture book, TABITHA AND FRITZ TRADE PLACES, illustrated by Laurie Stansfield, released earlier this month. If you haven’t read it yet, go order it now. I’llContinue reading “Welcome Author Katie Frawley – Giveaway Alert”
Winner Announcement 6/28/2021
It pains me to announce today’s winner because I really wanted this prize for myself, but that seems like it might be a bit shady, so … Congratulations to Dina Hodara who won the priceless prize of a query + 10 page middle grade critique from the hugely talented Rajani LaRocca, author of MUCH ADOContinue reading “Winner Announcement 6/28/2021”
Welcome Author Kira Bigwood – Giveaway Alert
Today I welcome Kira Bigwood, author of SECRET, SECRET AGENT GUY, illustrated by Celia Krampien. Kira lives in the Chicago area, my hometown, which I plan to visit later this year. Maybe we can meet up at one of the wonderful indie bookstores I hope to visit when I’m in town. Her launch was atContinue reading “Welcome Author Kira Bigwood – Giveaway Alert”
Welcome Author Jessica Speer – Giveaway Alert
I’m thrilled to welcome Jessica Speer today. Jessica is a member of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of SCBWI and another Colorado author who I can’t wait to meet in person when we are able to resume live events! If you know me, it should come as no surprise that I am impatiently waiting to haveContinue reading “Welcome Author Jessica Speer – Giveaway Alert”
Winner Announcement 6/21/2021
Congratulations to winner Reem Al-qaysi winner of CLAIRE’S CLOSET, by author Debra Scala Giokas and illustrated by Mary Ryan Reeves. Congratulations to Bonnie Hausman winner of NO ROOM FOR A PUP! by author Elizabeth Suneby and illustrated by Laurel Molk. Winners, please email me at ljrwritenow @ Gmail so that I may connect you withContinue reading “Winner Announcement 6/21/2021”
Welcome Author Bryan Patrick Avery – Giveaway Alert
I’m happy to share my interview with author Bryan Patrick Avery on a weekend when we celebrate Juneteenth, now our latest National holiday, and Father’s Day. I had chills watching Vice President Kamala Harris speaking and President Joe Biden signing the law this week. When you read Bryan’s words in our interview, you’ll see whyContinue reading “Welcome Author Bryan Patrick Avery – Giveaway Alert”
Welcome Author Rajani LaRocca – Giveaway Alert
I’m very happy to welcome Rajani LaRocca today and share our interview. She recently presented an informative and insightful webinar for Julie Hedlund’s 12x12PB which gave me some wonderful ideas for revising as well as a peek into her amazing books. Rajani is the author of 5 picture books that are out or will beContinue reading “Welcome Author Rajani LaRocca – Giveaway Alert”
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