Author: heathercmorris
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First Stories Returns – With Emma Pearl
Welcome back, fellow readers and Kidlit fans, to another installation of First Stories, where I talk with other children’s book authors about their first stories – the ones that really pushed them to jump into the crazy, but wonderful world of traditional publishing. Whether it’s the sheer amount of work that goes into crafting children’s…
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A New First Stories Interview with Amanda Davis
I’m excited to welcome Amanda Davis back to First Stories as we celebrate the upcoming release of her new picture book, Moonlight Memories. Amanda and I decided to modify my standard set of questions a little, since she had already answered them on her previous appearance on my blog here. Before we jump into our…
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Animals in Surprising Shades
This spring marks the release of the first FIVE picture books from Gnome Road Publishing!! This small press based in Kentucky is dedicated to publishing books that inform and engage, develop and strengthen a love for reading, and bring smiles to faces of all ages. This publisher also focuses heavily on RE-READABILITY – that elusive…
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Jump Start! How to Break Into the Write-for-Hire Market
Joint presentation – Heather L. Montgomery and Heather C. Morris SCBWI Southern Breeze Spring Mingle 2023, Atlanta, GA Heather and I had an amazing time presenting to a roomful of talented writers! You can download our presentation below:
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Latest Updates
Hello all! This year blasted off at a blistering pace, leaving me with hands on my knees, holding my side, and wheezing, “What happened to January?!” It’s been such a fun writing journey the past few months! Thanks for coming along on this ride with me! Below are a few of the latest updates: My…
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