While driving my kid to school, I heard a radio person discussing Book Promotion Tips: Colour Psychology and Branding. It’s interesting how colours affect what we attract (and un-attract) to in life. We can use these ideas to present who we are, what we sell/create, and what we read. For authors and illustrators — using…
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Book Promotion Tips: Literary Calendar
File this post Book Promotion Tips Literary Calendars under things to remember. Handy for planning your book promotion calendar and author/illustrator events. When would an author or illustrator use a Literary Calendar? if/when your book falls within a category (i.e. you have a picture book with science themes — then the science dates, picture book…
List of Grants in Canada for Writers
This List of Grants in Canada for Writers was inspired by a Getting The Grant webinar put forth by The Writer’s Union of Canada. I thought it might be valuable to have a one-stop-destination to find the top Canadian writer’s grants. Why should writer’s apply for grants? A grant can aid you in Researching a…
Organization tips for authors and illustrators
New year new organization habits right? Here are a few organization tips for authors and illustrators (or any freelancing individual) to help get their “office” in order. Organization tips for authors and illustrators Clean out your desk. Seriously. Old business cards, gose paper (good on one side), outdated notes-to-self, pens which have run dry…they all…
Fun Places To Go In Toronto With Kids
Fun Places To Go In Toronto With Kids. Whether visiting Toronto or planning a staycation school break in the city – I’ve put together a round up of family friendly fun places to go in Toronto. Fun Places To Go In Toronto With Kids via parentclub.ca Outdoor Attractions Woodbine beach (free) Canada’s Wonderland (paid) Sugar…
Asha And Baz Series To Continue
Asha and Baz Series to Continue Asha and Baz Books 4-7 on deck! Kirsten Marion at Common Deer Press is pleased to announce the acquisition of Asha and Baz books 4-7 by Caroline Fernandez and illustrated by Dharmali Patel. This early reader chapter book series is a hit with readers because of it’s women in…
Asha and Baz listed – 8 Books That Celebrate Inspiring Women
Asha and Baz listed – 8 Books That Celebrate Inspiring Women. I’m proud to announce that Asha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan has been listed in a 49th Shelf article on books that celebrate inspriting women. Asha and Baz listed – 8 Books That Celebrate Inspiring Women Here is the link to read the…
Asha and Baz listed in The Globe and Mail Best Books For Kids
NEWS: Asha and Baz listed in The Globe and Mail Best Books For Kids. It is an honour to be listed in Canada’s national newspaper, The Globe and Mail in the kids gift guide. You can find Asha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan in the “For The Adventure-Seeker” section. It was listed Nov 20,…
Asha and Baz listed in #TopGradeBooks
It’s an honour that Asha and Baz Meet Mary Sherman Morgan has been listed in 49thTeachers TopGradeBooks for Fall. Listed in #TopGradeBooks Join educator Spencer Miller for a preview of Fall 2022 Early Reader (Grades 3–6) books, perfect for use in the classroom. #TopGradeBooks is brought to you by @CdnPublishers, @49thTeachers, @kidsbookcentre, with support from…
Copyright Infringement at Parent Club
To the website that has been stealing my original posts and graphics – steal this one! Dear readers, don’t give the thief the pageviews. I’m just posting this as a public recording that this website is stealing my work. I see you pasting my posts on to your website and by-lining it as your own….