Welcome to Bookjoy Creativity Salon, Malena! It’s exciting to interview a Swedish poet now living where I do in Santa Fe, NM. I met you thanks to poet Janice Gould who was recently part of our salon. It has been … Continue reading →
This summer, Cynthia Leitich Smith began a series of “Career Builders” interviews on her Cynsations blog. This week Pat is featured talking about creativity, a writing life, success and future goals. There’s also a 4 book giveaway so stop by now.
Continue reading →The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) announced the creation of the On-The-Verge Emerging Voices Award at their 41st Annual Conference in Los Angeles. The annual award, established by SCBWI and funded by Martin and Sue Schmitt, will be … Continue reading →
Last month, I spoke at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. Dr. Linda Pavonetti had invited me to visit her class, “The Author’s & Illustrator’s Art & Craft.” I was intrigued by the concept for the class. The masters students in … Continue reading →
Many of us like to promote linking children to books, languages and cultures día por día, day by day. Today is a special day since talented author and visual artist Yuyi Morales is generously sharing another of her creative videos … Continue reading →
