A magical part of children lit are the pictures. Although the words tell a magical story, the illustrations capture the magic. Pairing a writer with the right illustrator is essential to a children’s picture book's success. I believe illustrating children’s books well is an extraordinary talent. Way back some thirty-plus years ago, the Albert Whitman… Continue reading Illustrator Extraordinaire
Category: Becoming America’s Stories
A Story About Stories
Good Morning, Everyone. The first Sunday in February 2024 finds my little corner of home cold and gray. I hate to admit it, but a little snow dusting could make the gray worthwhile and drive the bleakness away. It is Children’s Author and Illustrator Week (I am extending the celebration through the month). Pour your… Continue reading A Story About Stories
A Belated Happy New Year
Good Morning, Everyone. I'm back! Happy Belated New Year! I am writing from sunny (but really overcast cold and rainy) Florida. Lots have been going on, but to save writing and reading time, I will tell you what is happening now. Pour your brew. Let’s catch up. If we were having coffee together, I would… Continue reading A Belated Happy New Year
What’s On The Lists
November came and went. Perhaps it is because of short daylight hours, or the blustery wind that strips the leaves off trees, reminding me I need to wear a jacket and shoes outside. The boats are tucked in the yard so that the bay and the beach are more than a quick boat ride away.… Continue reading What’s On The Lists
Welcome Autumn
The Autumn equinox is today, September 23rd. It’s sad that summer fades so quickly. But, just because the Northern Hemisphere is tilting from the sun, doesn’t mean summer antics are over. There is still plenty of sailing and beach bumming time. I’ve been sporadically absent from my blog and newsletter. There are a million excuses… Continue reading Welcome Autumn