I’ve just decided to enter the race! This will be my first time participating in National Novel Writing Month. I haven’t outlined. I haven’t finished my research. I haven’t stocked my freezer with food so my family won’t starve… But I am determined to finish the first draft of a historical middle grade novel that’s […]
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Vote For the Great Library Giveaway!
It’s time to vote! After receiving a plethora of worthy nominations, three libraries have been chosen at random. One of these lucky libraries will receive one hundred books, all generously donated through the Mixed-Up Files of Middle-Grade Authors. Read the profiles and pick your favorite; Vote For the Great Library Giveaway of 2012 | From […]
Shana Burg on Take the Crowd by the Horns
There is a great guest post today on Cynsations. Focusing on school visits, author Shana Burg has some excellent tips on presenting in front of large audiences. Thanks, Shana! I’m hoping to do a tour through the Kootenay Library Federation next spring and invite classes from the local schools to attend. Hoping for a big crowd at […]
2012 Governor General Literary Award Finalists
2012 Governor General Literary Award Finalists
Lots of great books to add to my “to read” list on Goodreads. House Held Up by Trees is the only title I’ve read from the Children’s selection – an amazing book. Congratulations to Jon Klassen (who I met in LA!) and all the other talented authors, illustrators, and translators on this list.
Book Art
Okay, I love books but this is insane! Check out Brian Dettmer’s transformation of old books using knives, tweezers, and surgical tools. More photos and information at MY MODERN MET, The Book Surgeon. And I thought it took a lot of patience to write a book!