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Black History Month on Instagram
I don’t get a chance to post often to Instagram. Bookstagrammers (people on Instagram posting about books) are so incredibly talented, I feel ridiculous most of the time. But, I’ve done a few Instagram post challenges and you’ll often see my pup, because she’s so cute! This month, I decided…
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African American Children’s Book Fair
If you’re looking for a way to support African American authors and illustrators, especially during Black History Month, you’ve got to check out the 29th Annual African American Children’s Book Fair. It’s all virtual this year and it’s free! And, let me tell you, boy, do they have an amazing…
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Kidlit Rally for Black Lives
Kwame Alexander has organized a Kidlit Rally for Black Lives hosted by The Brown Bookshelf. As if I could love him anymore? Organized by Black authors and illustrators, the Brown Bookshelf was “designed to push awareness of the myriad Black voices writing for young readers.” They have some amazing book…
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Illustrator Spotlight: Jerry Pinkney
Jerry Pinkney is an award-winning illustrator of over 100 books for children. He’s also a native to Philadelphia which is always a neat fact to share with kids! Although an artist from the time he was a young child, he also suffered from dyslexia at a time when little was…
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Author/Illustrator Spotlight: Ed Vere
Ed Vere is one of my favorite author/illustrators! He’s got a very distinctive illustrative style with bold colors and thick black outlines. His stories are fun and silly and are perfect for storytime! If you’re not familiar with his work, check out his latest title – How to Be a Lion which I reviewed…
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Brian Biggs – Illustrator Spotlight
Today’s featured author/illustrator is Brian Biggs. Brian has illustrated board books, picture books, and chapter books. I absolutely adore his Tinyville Town series! My nephew, who is only 3, has requested all the titles for his own bookshelf! And being a librarian, how can I refuse a child who asks for…
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Weekend Plans: Princeton Children's Book Festival
I’m excited for some fun weekend plans after a really crazy week at work (think budget entries, interview questions, and policy updates). This Saturday, September 22 is the annual Princeton Children’s Book Festival from 11am – 4pm. With over 80 authors and illustrators, it’s an amazing way to get to…
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#KidLitWomen
It’s Women’s History Month and you’ve got to take a look at #KidLitWomen and all the amazing information, resources, opinions and books by women in the kid lit world! Plus, you’ve got to spend some time on their Facebook page as women in the kid lit world have written a…
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Response to Anne Ursu's Piece on "Sexual Harassment in the Children's Book Industry"
Last week, children and young adult author, Anne Ursu, published a piece on Sexual Harassment in the Children’s Book Industry and it’s had people talking all weekend long about what can be done, what should be done and a call to action from authors, illustrators, bloggers and librarians to make it…
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Response to Anne Ursu’s Piece on "Sexual Harassment in the Children’s Book Industry"
Last week, children and young adult author, Anne Ursu, published a piece on Sexual Harassment in the Children’s Book Industry and it’s had people talking all weekend long about what can be done, what should be done and a call to action from authors, illustrators, bloggers and librarians to make it…
