This morning I wrote 45 names on a piece of paper..
I cut them into little pieces,
folded them
and made it snow on the little village on top of my piano..
little papers fell everywhere..
One of them caught my eye because it fell on the
bench beside Beth and her grandmother,
They were resting from shopping around that day.
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 12/7/2011
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I was very excited when Ladybird contacted me offering to illustrate one of their books. They had a Fairy Tale book in mind that they thought would work very well with my illustrations. They asked me to whip up a full spread paid sample first with my choice of the Fairy Tale characters in it.
I came up with the illustration you see above. I always thought Little Red Riding Hood set in the winter instead of spring would be so much lovelier, so I placed all the characters in a snowy forest.
After seeing this, Ladybird decided they wanted me to illustrate a Christmas title instead. I was thrilled because I am a Christmas nut. It's my favorite time of the year. I just love the magic in the air. People seem happier and it's all about the kids. So of course, I said yes. :o)
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This is one of my favorite spreads in the book. When I was a little girl, I always imagined how thrilling it would be to see Santa. I think all kids wish this at one point or another. So I gave them that in this illustration.
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 12/5/2011
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Just in time for Christmas!
Make sure to comment to participate in the giveaway of a free, shiny, BIG copy! Anyone, anywhere in the world can participate.
Did you put your tree up yet? I have all the decorations up expect for the tree. Tree takes almost a day to put up he he... I'll get to that next weekend.
Oh, and did you see it's snowing in my blog?
I just love Christmas. :o)
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By: Deb,
on 12/5/2011
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Today we are kicking off our celebration week of Alicia Padron's latest book for Ladybird. And it couldn't come at a more perfect time if you are looking for a super cute gift for the young ones this holiday season. The book is filled with Ali's beautiful watercolors with all her whimsy and charm. There is such a sweetness and innocence to her work and I can see why the publisher picked her for this project.
I love the layout of the book, with big sturdy pages and tabs. At the end of the book is the Christmas Story. But this book is really all about her artwork. I just love how she lets loose with her watercolor technique. Such freedom.
Be sure to leave a comment to be entered into our giveaway of this book.
You have until Saturday!
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 10/5/2011
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When Deb told me she got this job I of course smiled form ear to ear, I was so ecstatic for her! But I wasn't surprised. I think the editor that chose her, knew very well what she was doing.
Not only Deb's style is perfect for this book, but Deb really knows and loves dogs. I am a dog lover as well and I know she really understands the bond between a dog and a human and is more than capable of bringing that into a book.
You don't have to be an illustrator to realize how hard it would be to come up with a dog that was part Labrador, Basset Hound, Dachshund, Terrier and Brittany? LOL.. I know!
But that wasn't a problem for Deb. She came up with the perfect pooch. Belive me, I know dogs. I used to volunteer in a shelter and I was the one who dictated the breed. Larry is part all those breeds, no doubt about that.
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 10/1/2011
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Start looking for you party hats because next week we'll be having a party here at the PBJ's!
We will be celebrating a pretty special book.. Labracadabra written by Jessie Nelson and Karen Leigh Hopkins, and illustrated by our very own Deb Melmon!
Make sure to visit us all week. We'll have reviews, pictures, behind the scenes, and of course a giveaway!! (we would love to give out candy and cake too but darn.. this is just a blog..) ;o)
See you all next week here, you won't want to miss this!
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By: Gina Perry,
on 3/24/2011
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I'm a big believer in reading all types of books to my child. Despite being just 2, Miles and I read anything from board books, to non-fiction early readers and, of course, picture books on all subjects.
Picnic at Camp Shalom offers a lot to my young reader, even if he's not quite the intended audience! I give a lot of credit to Deb for including so many beautiful woodland animals, character features, and other camp details that give us things to find and laugh about. She made a bird pooping on a little camper boy's hat - you know that earned some big belly laughs! Deb also did a wonderful job with consistency - something that Miles is VERY mindful of. If you spoke of, then showed him a beaded necklace in one spread, he wants to see it again. Nice work Deb. We find something new every time we read it, and I can't wait til he's old enough to understand the big 'twist' ending to the story of two very charming girls' friendship.
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 3/23/2011
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We are celebrating Deb Melmon's new book Picnic at Camp Shalom all week! Come on over and enjoy some behind the scenes, review and a giveaway too! Comment to enter. Winners will be announced Sunday. :o)
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 10/17/2010
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I counted all the comments (except for mine) and we have 42 comments! So using a random generator we got a winner! Number: 26
Congratulations to Judy!! :o)
Now I didn't want you all to leave empty handed so the above illustration, Baby Hugs, is a little gift for you to copy and use on your cell if you'd like. I specially made it for the iphone dimensions so you can use it as a wallpaper.
Thank you ALL so much for being a part of the celebration and for all your comments. This wouldn't have been the same without you!
And remember if you get a copy of ABC, Baby Me! let me know and I can email you this dedication card with a handwritten note from me, so all you have to do is print and insert it in the book. :o)
I leave you with some beautiful words from Susan B. Katz where she explains how she was inspired to write ABC, Baby Me!:
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By: Alicia Padrón,
on 10/12/2010
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Visit the PBJ's blog all week and celebrate ABC, Baby Me! with us.
We'll have book reviews, some behind the scenes on the making of the book, pictures and of course a book giveaway!
Make sure to visit and leave a comment on any post this week to be entered to win a copy of ABC Baby Me! Winner will be announced Sunday!
Feel free to spread the word. See you there! :o)
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Awww. I love how you picked the winner Ali. And we all know you haven't been feeling well, and still you are creative and sweet. :) It was a great week - Congrats again on your lovely Christmas book!
OMG!!!! So excited! Thank you Alicia!!!
Super duper congrats to Laura! And sooo beautifully chosen, Alicia. Thank you for hosting such a fab giveaway. What a cherished book this will be!
Congrats, Laura, you are going to love this book!!!
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You're welcome Laura!! :o)
Glad you enjoyed it Shirley! Thanks so much for participating :o)
Thanks Ggina and Rozzita xoxo