Winner Announcement – 9/13/21

Congratulations to Rinda Beach, winner of SNOOZAPALOOZA from author Kimberlee Gard illustrated by Vivian Mineker. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did! It’s perfect for bedtime and getting ready for winter. Rinda, please email me so that I can connect you with the author. Don’t miss out on other amazing giveawaysContinue reading “Winner Announcement – 9/13/21”

Welcome Author Henry Herz – Giveaway Alert

Today’s interview with author Henry Herz celebrates the book birthday for his latest book, I AM SMOKE, illustrated by Mercè López. I hope you are reading this post while enjoying a lovely slice of cake topped with candles so you can appreciate smoke in your own home. When you’ve finished your cake, be sure toContinue reading “Welcome Author Henry Herz – Giveaway Alert”

Welcome Author-Illustrator Dow Phumiruk – Giveaway Alert

I’m so lucky to be part of the Rocky Mountain chapter of SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators) which means I’ve met and become friendly with some of the most talented and kindest authors and illustrators. Dow Phumiruk is definitely the embodiment of all of that description. The first book of hers thatContinue reading “Welcome Author-Illustrator Dow Phumiruk – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 8/23/21

Congratulations to Amy Benoit, winner of a picture book critique and the brand new book SO YOU WANT TO BUILD A LIBRARY from author Lindsay Leslie, illustrated by Aviel Basil! Who doesn’t love a double-giveaway to celebrate back-to-school? Amy, please email me ljrwritenow @gmail.com with your address so that I can facilitate your prize. Don’tContinue reading “Winner Announcement 8/23/21”

Welcome Author Kimberlee Gard – Giveaway Alert

I’m excited to feature another local author who I have been lucky enough to be with at some in person events. Kimberlee Gard is the author of SNOOZAPALOOZA , illustrated by Vivian Mineker which might be the most fun title ever and definitely made my favorite two year old and me giggle. Kimberlee also hasContinue reading “Welcome Author Kimberlee Gard – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 8/9/2021

Congratulations Fleur Bradley winner of a prize that is 65 million years in the making: JACK HORNER, DINOSAUR HUNTER! from author Sophia Gholz and illustrated by Dave Shephard. Don’t miss other open giveaways from authors Tara Lazar, Lindsay Leslie, and Becky Scharnhorst. And stop by tomorrow for my interview with Sylvia Liu.

Welcome Author Becky Scharnhorst – Giveaway Alert

Today I welcome Becky Scharnhorst, another wonderfully funny picture book author. Her debut, MY SCHOOL STINKS, illustrated by Julia Patton caught my attention from its delightful title and I am sure you will find it as funny as I did! Becky has generously offered one lucky winner a copy of MY SCHOOL STINKS and someContinue reading “Welcome Author Becky Scharnhorst – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 8/2/21

Congratulations to Jolene Gutiérrez winner of the double giveaway from Michelle Vattula and Candace Marley Connor! You’ll be getting THE STALKING SEAGULLS, by Michelle Vattula with art by TL Derby and Sassafras and her Teeny Tiny Tale, by Candace Marley Connor and illustrated by Heath Gray: two beautiful books from Maclaren-Cochrane Publishing in a dyslexia-friendlyContinue reading “Winner Announcement 8/2/21”

Welcome Author Lindsay Leslie – Giveaway Alert

Today I am very excited to share my interview with Lindsay Leslie, author of SO YOU WANT TO BUILD A LIBRARY, illustrated by Aviel Basil which is coming out tomorrow! Do you love libraries? Me too, and I can’t wait to read this wonderful new book! Lindsay is offering an amazing giveaway: a copy ofContinue reading “Welcome Author Lindsay Leslie – Giveaway Alert”

Winner Announcement 7/26/21

Congratulations to Elizabeth Suneby, winner of book swag and a signed by author Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia copy of BALLOONS FOR PAPA, illustrated by Erika Meza. Please email me at ljrwritenow at Gmail so that I can connect you with the author. Don’t miss other exciting giveaways from Michelle Vattula, Candice Marley Conner, Sophia Gholz, andContinue reading “Winner Announcement 7/26/21”