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Friday, January 9, 2015 11:44:38 AM
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Picture Book Junkies said, "Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year from the PBJunkies!"
Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:29:01 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: Superfab Saves the Day:
Picture Book Junkies said, "If you love super-hero books, here is a super-fun one with a twist. Superfab is the best-dressed superhero around. He's got a walk-in closet, an extensive collection of outfits, and fabulous style to boot. The only problem is, he can't leave his..." more
Wednesday, October 22, 2014 4:39:01 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: Dojo Daycare:
Picture Book Junkies said, "I've been meaning to share this gem of a picture book for some time. Dojo Daycare, written and illustrated by Chris Tougas is published by Owlkids Books. There is so much to love in this smart, modern, and funny rhyming picture book. It is..." more
Monday, June 2, 2014 8:53:14 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled The Change Your Name Store: Giveaway Winner!:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Don't you love wandering character maps in books?I looked all over Wilma Lee Wu's town until I found a winner.... Daniela Weil! Congratulations!!!!Thank you to everyone who commented and shared the giveaway for The Change Your Name Store. Be sure to..." more
Friday, May 23, 2014 11:19:10 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: The Change Your Name Store (AND A GIVEAWAY!):
Picture Book Junkies said, "The Change Your Name Story, written by Leanne Shirtliffe and illustrated by Tina Kugler is packed with humor and heart and... names! Tina has generously offered a signed copy as a giveaway - be sure to read to the end for details!I did a big double..." more
Tuesday, April 22, 2014 8:43:16 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Author/Illustrator Interview: AJ Smith and Even Monsters:
Picture Book Junkies said, "I'm really excited to share this interview with author/illustrator AJ Smith. His picture book, Even Monsters, came out earlier this month and it chock-full of monsters, cooties, and a silliness that kids and grownups alike will really love. So let's..." more
Monday, April 21, 2014 4:33:13 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Sneak Peek: Even Monsters book trailer:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Tomorrow I will be posting a fun interview with my super talented friend, AJ Smith. We'll be talking about his new picture book, Even Monsters, available now! Until then, enjoy his awesome book trailer! I was way lucky enough to go to his official..." more
Friday, April 18, 2014 10:21:05 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Double Book Review: Wild About Bears & Petey and Pru and the Hullabaloo:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Since it's been awhile, I'm popping on the PBJs today to post a double book review. I was lucky enough to get the above books signed by the author/illustrator Jeannie Brett and author Ammi-Joan Paquette. Both books are visually beautiful and offer..." more
Friday, March 14, 2014 6:11:15 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: Goodnight Songs:
Picture Book Junkies said, "As soon as I heard about Goodnight Songs by Margaret Wise Brown I knew it needed to be in my home. A collection of 12 lullabies illustrated by some of the finest illustrators in the field, it also includes a beautiful CD of all the songs. The cover..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24:25 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled SkADaMo!:
Picture Book Junkies said, "November is a big month for different writing and illustrating cyber challenges and I so wanted to participate this year. Life has been hectic on this end with a move to a new state...first in a rental and most recently into our own home. That..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24:25 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Merry Christmas!:
Picture Book Junkies said, " ©2013 Deborah MelmonWishing you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24:25 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Happy Valentine's Day!:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Wishing everyone a very sweet and cozy Valentine's Day!I'm looking forward to jumping back into my book reviews on this blog - I'm still reading, but I've been focusing very hard on new goals, a new website, and new books. See you back here soon!..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24:24 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Double Picture Book Review: Wild and Part-time Princess:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Since I've been away so long, I thought I'd kick my return off with a DOUBLE picture book review!Two of my favorite picture books that I bought recently are Wild by Emily Hughes and Part-time Princess, written by Deborah Underwood and illustrated by..." more
Friday, February 28, 2014 1:24:24 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: Frosty the Snowman:
Picture Book Junkies said, "In many parts of the US, it is still winter. And prime snowman building season. Frosty the Snowman, illustrated by Wade Zahares with a musical CD by Kenny Loggins is honestly just year-round fun.I'm lucky enough to know Wade and to have seen some of..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:38 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Highlights Hello:
Picture Book Junkies said, "I was so excited when I checked the mail today. I received a copy of this month's issue of Highlight's new baby magazine, Hello. Here are photo's of the poem I had the privilege of illustrating. This is such an adorable booklet, perfectly sized..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:37 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled It's Publishing Day!:
Picture Book Junkies said, "It's publishing day at Amazon Children's Publishing for Baby Wants Mama, which was written by Nancy Loewen and illustrated by me!At the end of the day, everyone in the family wants something....but what do they ALL want? Dinner!© 2013 Deborah..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:37 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Gina's Top 5: SCBWI Workshop Presenters:
Picture Book Junkies said, "For the past seven of the ten years I have attended, I have blogged a recap of the NESCBWI conference. As I was gathering notes on this year's event, I decided to browse through my old posts and thought to do a 'Top 5' list.In no particular order:1...." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:37 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Queen Quail is Quiet: and other ABC Tongue Twisters:
Picture Book Junkies said, "Today's guest blogger is Erika Barriga. Her new book debuts this week, and I hope you'll enjoy her process post about the making of her book, Queen Quail is Quiet: and other ABC Tongue TwistersQueen Quail is Quiet: and other ABC Tongue..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:37 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Bath Time for Hippo in "felt" and "paper":
Picture Book Junkies said, "Happy week to you all. I have been having fun experimenting with a new style lately to possibly add to my portfolio. I had this sketch on my drawing board and was going to finish it in the experimental style but it kept telling me that it wanted to..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:37 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled What I'm Working on This Month:
Picture Book Junkies said, "©Deborah Melmon 2013Having a great time working on several jobs this month. One of the more brain-teasing projects is work for Highlights on new Hidden Picture Books for the very young. I was thinking very young meant "very easy," but I was wrong...." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:36 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Hopscotch Sample:
Picture Book Junkies said, "I have enjoyed doing a few books for Dover Publishing. I once proposed an activity book teaching outdoor kid's games like hopscotch, leap frog, kick the can. Ultimately, they asked me to do a yoga book instead. Here is one of the samples I created..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:36 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled It's Bath Time- Highlights Hello:
Picture Book Junkies said, "I received these tiny books! They are the smallest format I have ever illustrated and so darn cute! Pages are really sturdy and since they are so small these books will fit wonderfully in toddlers' hands.This is my favorite spread. I thought at..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:36 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled How To Price Illustration for Children's Books, Editorial, etc.:
Picture Book Junkies said, "The wonderful Will Terry gives great advice on how to price illustration work. Really worth while watching!While you are at it, make sure to check out Will's gorgeous work and books. :o)"
Friday, September 6, 2013 2:13:36 AM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Book Review: My Neighbor Is a Dog:
Picture Book Junkies said, "My Neighbor Is a DogWritten by Isabel Minhós MartinsIllustrated by: Madalena MatosoWith a limited palette, flat rendering, and brilliant use of white space Madalena Matoso has illustrated a deep and quiet story by Isabel Minhós Martins. Look..." more
Monday, March 2, 2015 3:34:42 PM
Picture Book Junkies . wrote a blog post titled Interview with Shelley Swanson Sateren:
Picture Book Junkies said, "So honored to have Shelley Swanson Sateren on the blog today! She has written many books for children, both fiction and non-fiction. Her latest project, just released by Capstone, are four chapter books in the Adventures at Hound Hotel series, and..." more