Dorothy Price and I go way back. We were members of the Charlotte SCBWI critique group I don't know how many years ago! I was delighted to share her debut picture book, Nana's Favorite Things, and today I'm happy to share her new chapter book series, JALEN'S BIG CITY LIFE (Capstone: August 2022). The bright, lively illustrations are… Continue reading JALEN'S BIG CITY LIFE: Four Chapter Books, an Author Interview, and a Giveaway
"Hot off the minting press, Penny sparkled." That's the first line of Kimberly Wilson's debut picture book, A PENNY'S WORTH (Page Street Kids, 2022). With engaging illustrations by Mark Hoffman, this STEM story of a pretty copper penny will find a special place in a preschool - second grader's heart. REVIEWPenny launches into life ready to be… Continue reading A PENNY'S WORTH: A Picture Book Review, Giveaway, and Mini-Author & Illustrator Interviews