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Heather Macht
- 2 days ago
- 5 min
Celebrate Groundhog Day with Jess Townes!
Happy almost spring, readers! We're thrilled to have the wonderful Jess Townes back with us today celebrating her new release, Groundhog Gets it Wrong. As you know, everyone makes mistakes. Groundhog surely does when he mispredicts the start of spring. But, when Groundhog finds out his mistakes about the weather impact everyone's plans to attend the spring carnival, he tries his best to make amends. Will he be able to? Want to know more about Jess, her new book, PLUS want a c
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Heather Macht
- Jan 15
- 4 min
Celebrate Chinese New Year with Maria Wen Adcock!
Happy 2023, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! We are so excited to kick off the New Year with the incredibly talented Maria Wen Adcock. Maria is here celebrating her debut book, It's Chinese New Year, Curious George. She's also sharing some behind-the-scenes insight on her path to publication with such a beloved and well-known character. Want to know more about Maria, her beautiful new book, PLUS want a chance to win a copy of It's Chinese
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Heather Macht
- Dec 13, 2022
- 1 min
Thanks for Joining #SeasonsOfKidLit!
Hello, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! We are so excited to close out #SeasonsOfKidLit’s Spread Joy event and start drawing winners for all the amazing gifts offered this month. A special thanks and round of applause to our amazing guests! We’ll be back on or about December 16th with the announcement for our winners. #StayTuned Also, if you commented on every post, please let us know and leave a comment below! Lynne Marie and I will be d
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Heather Macht
- Dec 12, 2022
- 4 min
Spread Joy with Gayle Krause!
Hello, everyone! We're wrapping up our #SpreadJoy event with a special interview with Gayle Krause. Gayle is here sharing her book, Rock Star Santa (illustrated by Will Terry). Her book follows a young boy who imagines Santa and his reindeer rocking around the Christmas Tree on Christmas Eve. How much fun would that be to see? Want to know more about Gayle, her rocking-good book, PLUS want a chance to win a copy of it - a perfect gift to receive and read this holiday season
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Heather Macht
- Dec 12, 2022
- 4 min
Spread Joy with Mitali Perkins!
Hello, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! We're esctatic to have the amazing Mitali Perkins with us today. Mitali is the author of over 15 books for young readers, including the book we have featured today: Between Us and Abuela - A Family Story from the Border (illustrated by Sara Palacios). Her book, a perfect seasonal read, captures the love families share during the holidays and any time of the year, no matter the circumstances. Want t
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Lynne Marie
- Dec 11, 2022
- 4 min
Spread Joy with Donna Washington!
Hello, readers! We're absolutely delighted to have the remarkable Donna Washington with us today. Donna is sharing two of her books that are wonderful reads for the season: Li'l Rabbit's Kwanzaa (Illustrated by Shane W. Evans) and The Story of Kwanzaa (Illustrated by Stephen Taylor). Both of these books highlight the meaning and essence of Kwanzaa, perfect for readers young and old alike. Want to know more about Donna, her beautiful books, PLUS want a chance to win a Virtual
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Heather Macht
- Dec 10, 2022
- 5 min
Spread Joy with Lynne Marie!
Hello, everyone! We're ecstatic to have the incredible Lynne Marie with us today. Lynne Marie is here sharing her book The Star in the Christmas Play, published by Beaming Books and Illustrated by Lorina Hussey. This book follows Raffi the giraffe who finds he's too tall to play baby Jesus, or Joseph, or even a manger animal in his Christmas Play. Rafi feels discouraged until he learns there may be another part he can play better than anyone. Want to know more about The Star
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Heather Macht
- Dec 9, 2022
- 5 min
Spread Joy with Sue Fliess!
Hello, readers, writers, and holiday enthusiasts, too! We're ecstatic to have the prolific Sue Fliess on the blog with us today. Sue, author of over 50 books, is here sharing Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins (illustrated by Mark Chambers) and How to Trick a Christmas Elf (illustrated by Simon Sanflippo) - two perfectly fitting books for the season. Want to know more about Sue, how she got her start in writing, PLUS want a chance to win a signed copy of one of her books? Read on...
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Lynne Marie
- Dec 8, 2022
- 5 min
Spread Joy with Beaming Books!
Hello, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! #SeasonsOfKidLit is excited to have the amazing Naomi Kruger from Beaming Books with us today. Naomi is the Senior Aquisition's Editor with Beaming Books and is here sharing their incredible must-read books for the season. Plus, she's sharing a glimpse at her holiday manuscript wish list, too. Want to know more about Naomi and Beaming Books, and want a chance to win their new release, The Animals Sp
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Heather Macht
- Dec 7, 2022
- 4 min
Spread Joy with Nancy Viau!
Hello, everyone! We're extremely excited to have the incredibly talented Nancy Viau on here with us today. Nancy is the author of 10+ books, including First Snow (illustrated by Talitha Shipman). First Snow follows a group of children as they pull on their boots and hats, and rush outside to play in freshly fallen snow - a perfect read for this wintery season. Want to know more about Nancy, the books she's written, PLUS want a chance to win a Picture Book critique OR one of h
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Heather Macht
- Dec 6, 2022
- 3 min
Spread Joy with Tara Lazar!
Hello, readers! We have the amazing Tara Lazar with us today sharing one of her most beloved books, Little Red Gliding Hood. Little Red Gliding Hood (illustrated by Troy Cummings) puts a fun twist on a familiar fairytale. When Little Red's skates are worn out, she teams up with the most unlikely character in a skating competition to win a new pair ... The Big Bad Wolf! Want to know more about Tara, which other fairytale characters make a cameo in her book, and want to hear a
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Lynne Marie
- Dec 5, 2022
- 3 min
Spread Joy with Agent Jonathan Rosen!
Hello, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts - especially all you movie buffs out there. We have quite the treat for you today. Jonathan Rosen, Literary Agent at Seymour Agency, is with us. Jonathan is also an MG author, a co-host of Pop Culture Retro, and worked the last few years as a freelance writer and editor. Want to know more about Jonathan, his background in writing, what types of books he's interested in, PLUS want a chance to win a Zo
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Heather Macht
- Dec 4, 2022
- 7 min
Spread Joy with Alayne Kay Christian!
Hello, all you wonderful holiday readers! We're ecstatic to have Alayne Kay Christian on the blog today sharing her award-winning book, The Weed That Woke Christmas: The Mostly true Tale of the Toledo Christmas Weed. The Weed That Woke Christmas (illustrated by Polina Gortman) proves that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference and transform apathy and oblivion into awareness, unity, community, and kindness. Her story is the perfect blend of fiction and truth i
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Lynne Marie
- Dec 3, 2022
- 4 min
Spread Joy with Janie Emaus!
Hello-Ho-Ho, readers! We're so excited to have the amazing Janie Emaus with us today. Janie is sharing her heartwarming book, Latkes for Santa Claus. Latkes for Santa Claus (illustrated by Bryan Langdo) follows Anna who's excited to have Santa visit her home for the very first time. Follow Anna on her mission to find the perfect treat for Santa that represents both Christmas and Hanukkah. Want to know more about Janie and her book, and want an opportunity to win a copy of
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Heather Macht
- Dec 2, 2022
- 5 min
Spread Joy with Katie Otey!
Hello, everyone! We're ecstatic to have Katie Otey with us today sharing her debut picture book, Every Other Christmas. Every Other Christmas (Illustrated by SJ Winkler) touches on such an important topic for kids: sharing the holidays with parents who have recently divorced. Her book follows a young boy as he spends every other Christmas celebrating the differing traditions between the African American and Colombian sides of his family. This wonderful book is filled with he
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Heather Macht
- Dec 1, 2022
- 5 min
Spread Joy with Sleeping Bear Press!
Hello, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! #SeasonsOfKidLit is thrilled to kick off this Holiday Season with the spectacular Sleeping Bear Press. Whether you're looking for a book about Christmas, Hanukkah, Snow, Mushroom Rain, or even Three Canadian Pigs this season, you're in for a treat. Sleeping Bear Press has it all! For the #amwriting and #amillustrating readers out there, they even have an open submissions' policy. Want to know more a
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Heather Macht
- Nov 28, 2022
- 2 min
#SeasonsOfKidLit's Spread Joy Event- 2022!
Hi, parents, librarians, book fanatics, writers, and readers of all sorts! I'm here to share the official rules and event calendar for #SeasonsOfKidLit's Spread Joy Event. Is anyone looking to gift books this holiday season? You're in luck! During the first twelve days of December, the #SeasonsOfKidLit blog will be filled with holiday-themed book recommendations from amazing industry professionals, including publishers, authors, and a literary agent, too. PLUS, each of our gu
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Heather Macht
- Nov 23, 2022
- 6 min
#ThanksAndGiving with Lynne Marie!
Hello, readers, writers, and eaters of all sorts! We are thrilled to have #SeasonsOfKidLit co-host, not to mention multi-published author and owner of Rate Your Story, Lynne Marie, join us today. Lynne Marie is here sharing her book that is absolutely perfect for the season: Let’s Eat! Mealtime Around the World! Her book (illustrated by Parwinder Singh) explores foods from 13 countries around the world. When reading Let's Eat, you’ll certainly be inspired to try something new
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Heather Macht
- Nov 16, 2022
- 8 min
#ThanksAndGiving with Danielle, Anthony, & Alexis!
Hello, readers! We're absolutely thrilled to feature newly released picture book, Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun's Thanksgiving Story on the blog today. This picture book, by Danielle Greendeer, Alexis Bunten, and Anthony Perry (Illustrated by Garry Meeches Sr.) shines a light on the first Thanksgiving and how the Wampanoag tribe, who already lived on the land where the Pilgrims settled, helped the Pilgrims through their first winter. Want to know more about Danielle, Alexis, and Ant
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Heather Macht
- Nov 9, 2022
- 5 min
#ThanksAndGiving with NYTs Bestselling Author Adam Wallace!
Hello, readers, writers, and all you cool turkeys, too! We're SO excited to have #1 NYTs Bestselling Author and USA Today Bestselling Author, Adam Wallace, with us today. Adam is the author of the bestselling How-To-Catch series (illustrated by Andy Elkerton). Whether you're looking to catch a Monster, a Mermaid, an Elf, or even a Turkey, Adam has written a book for you. Filled with silly scenarios and bright illustrations, this series makes the perfect read for little ones.
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