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… Read more »
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:
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… Read more »
Welcome back, dear guest! I hope that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, and I am particularly grateful that you dropped by for this last First Stories interview of 2022. Today, I’m so excited to welcome Sheila Schmotzer to First Stories! Sheila used her experience as an airline flight attendant to craft a gorgeous picture… Read more »
The holidays are fast approaching, schedules are filling up, and the weather is growing colder. Many animals are settling down for a long winter’s nap, but others must use their brains to survive the harsh weather. My guest on First Stories today is Jocelyn Rish! Hooray! She’s here to discuss her BRAND NEW release –… Read more »
Well, dear readers, it’s near the end of October and First Stories is back with its own treat! (No trick!) Valerie Bolling is BACK for another interview to celebrate the release of her SECOND picture book this year – RIDE, ROLL, RUN! Valerie adeptly smashes tons of fun into just a few words – only… Read more »
Welcome back, valued readers! As the weather becomes cooler in my part of the world, I love spending more and more time outside. So, I hope that you enjoy this fun interview with a cup of your favorite warm beverage (Hawaiian Hazelnut coffee for me…with lots of sugar and creamer!) near a warm fire, curled… Read more »
It’s been a delight to get to know and work with the wonderful people at Cardinal Rule Press. If you haven’t heard of their books, take a peek at their fun titles here. I had the privilege of contributing to their blog in February (see my post here), and yesterday, my latest post – on… Read more »
Welcome back to First Stories! Autumn is beginning to blow in my neck of the woods and I’m so excited! It’s my favorite season. And a season full of kidlit fun! I’ll be sure to link to some of the upcoming fun at the end of the post. Thanks for spending a bit of your… Read more »
Welcome back, dear reader! Thank you for taking some of your precious time to drop by First Stories. Perhaps you followed your nose? Because today’s interview is full of yummy conversation mixed with savory scents, as I chat with Ana Siqueira about her very first story, all of her picture books, but also…her upcoming release… Read more »
