You are invited: Ask an Editor with Emily Stewart and Caroline Fernandez. Join Common Deer Press editor Emily Stewart while I (Caroline) ask her all sorts of questions an author has always wanted to ask an editor. If you have something you have always wanted to ask an editor – there will be an open…
Books & Writing
The Math Kids An Encrypted Clue Book Giveaway
The Math Kids An Encrypted Clue Book Giveaway is for those looking for a great middle grade read! Written by David Cole and illustrated by Shannon O’Toole this is a page turner. Scroll down to enter for a chance to WIN! Note: this giveaway is open residents of Canada, excluding Quebec. 18 yrs + About:…
21 Ways to make money on the side this year
Here are 21 Ways to Make Money on the Side this Year. From work-from-home jobs for parents to summer job ideas for teens these ways to make money on the side might offer opportunities to you or someone in your family… 21 Ways to make money on the side this year Virtual Assistant Create and…
List of Canadian Children’s Book Awards
Here is a List of Canadian Children’s Book Awards which you might want to use as a reading list (or submit to these awards). These are the best of the best each year and you can find great suggestions for picture books, middle grade, fiction and non-fiction and young adult reading recommendations. Canadian Children’s Book…
How to Promote Your Book
Here are some author ideas on How To Promote Your Book. Whether you are an indie author or traditionally published – you can help sell your book by promoting your book. From blog tours to bookmarks here are some low-cost ideas on how to promote your book… From an expert I am, somewhat of an…
Ways to support authors
Here are a few ways to support authors. I often get asked “how can I help promote your book?” (and that is always a nice question to hear as an author). From buying a book to writing a review online to posting a picture of a book on social media…here are some ways to support…
The Adventures of Grandmasaurus Virtual Book Launch
Please join me, illustrator Shannon O’Toole and our publisher Common Deer Press for The Adventures of Grandmasaurus Virtual Book Launch Thursday Oct 8th at 8pm EST The Adventues of Grandmasaurus is available at indie bookstores as well as… Amazon CanadaChapters/IndigoAmazon U.S.Barnes & Noble
Read More Diverse KidLit Books
Read More Diverse KidLit Books! Here is a round-up of some great reading recommendations for kids, tweens/teens, and adults. Buy, borrow, and/or read these Diverse KidLit Books… Diverse KidLit Books DIVERSITY IN BOOKS! Let’s not forget that we need to lift up diversity. Encouraging kids to read books with diverse characters and also written by…
The Adventures of Grandmasaurus by Caroline Fernandez
NEWS! My new picture book The Adventures of Grandmasaurus by Caroline Fernandez will be released October 2020. I AM SO THRILLED FOR THIS BOOK! I’ve teamed up with the talented Shannon O’Toole again (she illustrated STOP READING THIS BOOK) and the fab team at Common Deer Press to create this fun read-aloud. The Adventures of…
35 Side Hustles At Home: work from home jobs for Moms
These 35 Side Hustles At Home: work from home jobs for Moms are a starting point to earning some extra money. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent (Mom or Dad) or a work-outside-the-home parent…earning some extra cash is always intriguing. And who knows…maybe it becomes a full-time career one day!… Side Hustle Side Hustle Ideas…
Favourite Free Valentine Fonts
Valentine’s Day is approaching (fast!). I have a few Valentine’s Day kid activities in the works (check back soon!). In the meantime, sharing my Favourite Free Valentine Fonts to get your in the February 14th mood…I think these would be pretty awesome for homemade class Valentines, party invitations, Valentine school lunch notes, Valentine decorations, and of…
10 Amazing Graphic Novels for Kids
These 10 Amazing Graphic Novels for Kids are for young readers who like dynamic illustrations and strong story lines. Graphic novels can be a great way for reluctant readers to enjoy a book. They are also great for sparking the imagination. Check out these 10 Amazing Graphic Novels for Kids… 10 Amazing Graphic Novels for…