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BUY HERE: https://amzn.to/4b5LYGF Conjuring magic in picture books isn’t as easy as it may seem. First, the magic must be seeded in the ordinary world. It can’t just come out of nowhere, magically or not. Since essentially everything a picture book should be seeded in the beginning – this just makes sense.  With my rhyming picture book BroomMates (co-authored in rhyme by Brenda Reeves Sturgis and illustrated by Nico Ecenarro), it was easy – the main characters I created were

You might have heard that, as far as stories, everything has been done before, and that there’s nothing truly new under the sun . Well, that’s not exactly true! Yes, it’s correct that with most tales, there are countless variations that have been written before. But definitely, there’s room for more and the sky’s the limit !   When I decided to expand my Fairy Tale Elementary Series, my first step was to make a list of fairy tales that interested me. Then, I searched for rela

March 31, 2025 [Click on the Link / Titles to buy the books.] Kids have long been fans of potty humor and often seem to find a great deal...

We are very excited to feature our April Guest Guru (Lynne Marie) who brings a wealth of knowledge and information to us and will give a...

March 31, 2025 [Note: Use the Links to buy the Books] When I saw Brittany Pomales' debut IT STARTED WITH A P , I clapped! What Fun! And,...

EVENT: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 TIME: 7 - 8:15 PM EST WHERE: RYS Zoom Room https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9930468519 PRICING: See Above...

March 21, 2025 [Clink On the Titles / Links to Buy Any Books] As many of you know, I've read 50 - 100 books of related subject matter for...

March 14, 2025 [Note: Click on the Book Titles to Buy the Books] Unlike many picture book manuscripts that start in rhyme, my rhyming...

March 3, 2025 [Note: Click on the Titles to Buy the Books] I'm excited to kick off March On With Mentor Texts this year. As many who know...

REMINDER: Please mark your calendars for March On With Mentor Texts, coming this March, 2025! We can't wait to reveal the new logo and...

START GETTING READY FOR OUR RATE YOUR STORY 2025 MEMBER YEAR! To start off the new year with a bang, we are happy to feature our...

By Lynne Marie The very first witch I ever met in a picture book was “the Witch” from The Witch Next Door  by Norman Bridwell. I was five...

This month, we have a special Halloween treat that's “Twice as Nice” – TWO Guest Gurus to rate and give feedback TWOGETHER on four (4)...

by Lynne Marie When I originally got the spark for an idea that became BROOMMATES: A Brewing Boundary Battle (before I transposed it to...

As many of you know already, reading and studying Mentor Texts can play an important role in our journeys from aspiring writer to...

When I came across the glittery cover of Be My ValenSLIME at the bookstore, I immediately grabbed it up. As a lover of holidays AND slime...

Our February Guest Guru loves so many things about Kidlit and has enjoyed learning many perspectives -- Writer, Author, Mentor, Editor,...

This month, we'll be highlighting the Donors from Our Rate Your Story *Build-A-Story* Contest (August 1 - September 10th). Each will...

Interview by Lisa Horn RYS: To start close to the beginning - what was your favorite book as a child? Why? Tough one! I was a fast reader...

This month, we'll be highlighting the Donors from Our Rate Your Story *Build-A-Story* Contest (August 1 - September 10th). Each will...