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IF A BUMBLEBEE LANDS ON YOUR TOE: Cover Reveal Part 2

Hello Lovely Blog Readers, the final results of our cover reveal are in and I cannot wait to share them with you. My debut picture book, IF A BUMBLEBEE LANDS ON YOUR TOE is illustrated by Vikki Zhang and will be published by Yeehoo Press in 2025. Vikki created two versions of the cover, oneContinue reading “IF A BUMBLEBEE LANDS ON YOUR TOE: Cover Reveal Part 2”

Kid Lit Village : Ladybug Launch

Hello Lovely Blog Readers! I’m so happy you stopped by Kid Lit Village today. I’m pleased to feature LADYBUG LAUNCH by Melissa Trempe and Natalia Ojeda with illustrations by Manuela Montoya. I’m such a champion of small creatures and so this book quickly won a place in my heart. Just a fun side note: myContinue reading “Kid Lit Village : Ladybug Launch”

Kid Lit Village: HELLO, MEADOW

Join me to learn more about Terry’s new nature book. Enter the giveaway to win. Like and comment on the post. QT or RT for an extra entry. US residents only. Closes April 23.

Kid Lit Village Review: Everything You Need for a Treehouse

Hello Readers! I’m happy to have another book review for you. Thanks for visiting the Kid Lit Village blog! This picture book is by Carter Higgins and Emily Hughes: Everything You Need for a Treehouse. The title has such childhood appeal, I couldn’t resist this book! This book is published by Chronicle Books. Treehouses areContinue reading “Kid Lit Village Review: Everything You Need for a Treehouse”

Kid Lit Village: LILA LOU’S LITTLE LIBRARY

LILA LOU’S LITTLE LIBRARY

The Lullaby Monsters: Book Swag

I’m excited to tell you, I’ve been working on some other manuscripts while waiting for the final edits and book design for The Lullaby Monsters, a night time adventure about facing fears with Kelsey, Thomas and a bunch of cute monsters. This will appeal to 5-8 year olds and is divided into short chapters forContinue reading “The Lullaby Monsters: Book Swag”

The Lullaby Monsters by Cynthia Mackey and Paula Nasmith

In this night time adventure, big sister Kelsey is always her brother’s hero. She bravely helps with lost teddy bears, scraped knees, and favourite picnic foods. But when Thomas can’t sleep because of the lullaby monsters, Kelsey isn’t sure she can help, especially since monsters are the one thing she fears. When Thomas’ precious lullaby box is stolen, KelseyContinue reading “The Lullaby Monsters by Cynthia Mackey and Paula Nasmith”

Happy Monday!

Welcome to Monday! I know that Monday probably not your favourite day. But, as I’ve learned, it is all in your attitude. Every Monday I’m sharing a little story about myself. You need to know that this is not an easy task for me as an introvert. Today, I’d like to share a little storyContinue reading “Happy Monday!”