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HOME IN THE WOODS – Behind the Scenes Video
A behind-the-scenes video detailing the process of writing and illustrating Home in the Woods When I was finishing the art for ‘Home In The Woods’, I had an idea to make a “little” book video to help share some of my behind-the-book stories. When my husband Adam agreed to make it, I had no idea…
Read MoreEducators! Permissions info for using books for virtual readings
I’m hearing from many teachers, during the COVID-19 outbreak, who are adapting to virtual classrooms looking for permission to read books to their students online. Book publishers and creators hold the audio and video copyrights for their books, but during this unique time the publishers have posted special permissions and guidelines for online story readings.…
Read MoreWork Spaces and Places
4th grade teacher Jennifer Keller sent out this fun tweet: As I searched for a pic of my workspace to share, I saw many photos I’ve snapped of places I’ve written (or illustrated), so I pulled together a bunch more to share here! I’ve written and illustrated in so many locations over the past 7…
Read MoreJ.R.R. Tolkien Encouragment
Miss Maple’s Seeds hits the New York Times Bestseller List
And there it is in space #10! Totally, utterly inconceivable!!!! A huge thank you to everyone who bought my book – I’m there because of you!
Read MoreMiss Maple Art by Mary Lundquist
Illustrator friend Mary Lundquist came to my book launch party on April 7th, and brought this gift of adorable art: It kills me! That’s me, and I’m sitting on an acorn, drawing, in a tree studio!! I LOVE it. Mary and I met at last year’s SCBWI LA conference, and her portfolio was incredible. I was…
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