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Q & A with author Heather L. Montgomery with a spotlight on her new NF, Who Gives a Poop? Surprising Science from One End to the Other

November 8, 2020

. I am thrilled to share an interview with nonfiction children’s author Heather L. Montgomery. As a science teacher for elementary students, I can personally attest to the power of her storytelling and the ability of her words to ignite curiosity in the natural world. Her books are truly a wonderful resource for the classroom … More Q & A with author Heather L. Montgomery with a spotlight on her new NF, Who Gives a Poop? Surprising Science from One End to the Other

Guest Post: author Lori Orlinsky on Finding Inspiration, plus a book spotlight and giveaway!

October 14, 2020

Lori Orlinsky reflects on finding inspiration for her book Being Small… I was inspired to write “Being Small” after my daughter came home from preschool crying when she was three-years-old. It turns out her teachers had hung a growth chart in the classroom, and while all of Hayley’s friends were at the top and middle … More Guest Post: author Lori Orlinsky on Finding Inspiration, plus a book spotlight and giveaway!

YA Spotlight: A Misplaced Child by Heather Michelle plus a giveaway!

September 4, 2020

About The Book:Title: A MISPLACED CHILDAuthor: Heather MichellePub. Date: September 15, 2020Publisher: Late for Dinner Press Torn between two worlds, which will she embrace? Elodie Harper is heir to the magical kingdom of Aluna. Trapped by an evil wizard in an illusion; Elodie grows up caught between two worlds, one of magic, and one of … More YA Spotlight: A Misplaced Child by Heather Michelle plus a giveaway!

Board Book Spotlight: Bedtime for Cranky Crab by Cristina Ergunay plus a giveaway!

August 10, 2020

Bedtime for Cranky Crab Author:  Cristina Ergunay Illustrator:  Heather Gross Publisher:  Cartwheel Books/Scholastic Release date:  May 2020 Page count:  24 Synopsis:  Cranky Crab is NOT ready for bed.  The sea creatures around him are all drifting off to sleep, but he just wants to eat snacks and play!  Follow Crab as he travels past sea … More Board Book Spotlight: Bedtime for Cranky Crab by Cristina Ergunay plus a giveaway!

MG Spotlight & Excerpt: After the Worst Thing Happens by Audrey Vernick plus a giveaway!

August 5, 2020

AFTER THE WORST THING HAPPENS  I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the AFTER THE WORST THING HAPPENS by Audrey Vernick Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and be sure to enter the giveaway! About the Book: Title: AFTER THE WORST THING HAPPENS Author: Audrey Vernick Pub. Date: July 7, 2020 Publisher: Margaret … More MG Spotlight & Excerpt: After the Worst Thing Happens by Audrey Vernick plus a giveaway!

Middle Grade Spotlight & Audio Excerpt: Orphan Eleven by Gennifer Choldenko with a giveaway!

July 14, 2020

  About the Book: Title: ORPHAN ELEVEN Author: Gennifer Choldenko Pub. Date: May 26, 2020 Publisher: Wendy Lamb Books Four orphans have escaped from the Home for Friendless Children. One is Lucy, who used to talk and sing. No one knows why she doesn’t speak anymore; silence is her protection. The orphans find work and new friends at a … More Middle Grade Spotlight & Audio Excerpt: Orphan Eleven by Gennifer Choldenko with a giveaway!

YA Spotlight & Excerpt: Scorpion by Jeff Sweat with a giveaway!

July 13, 2020

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the SCORPION  by Jeff Sweat Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out the excerpt below and be sure to enter the giveaway!   About the Book: Title: SCORPION (Mayfly #2) Author: Jeff Sweat Pub. Date: June 23, 2020 Publisher: Feiwel and Friends In Scorpion, the sequel to Jeff Sweat’s … More YA Spotlight & Excerpt: Scorpion by Jeff Sweat with a giveaway!