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1. Coloring Page Featuring Bradybug

In a book that's both fact-filled and fun, a ladybug compares the words used to describe male and female animals. Donna J. Shepherd's lyrical rhymes and Kit Grady's charming illustrations tell a delightful story of a spirited little bug who provides a unique perspective on why names can be deceiving. *Click on the picture, then print! It will print out full size ready to be colored. If

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2. Bradybug - Where Can I Buy It?

Bradybug is available any place books are sold. If it's not in stock, just ask for it or order from the publisher here: http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/bradybug.htm To find out which bookstores carry Bradybug, click HERE.

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3. Happy Valentine's Day to YOU from Bradybug and Me!

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4. Kit Grady Visits Topsy Turvy Land

  Kit Grady is a wonderful illustrator with whimsical and joyful art. She illustrated my book, Bradybug, (Guardian Angel Publishing) with beautiful and sweet illustrations. Visit Kit's blog for more information about Kit and to enjoy more of her talent.

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5. Mollie The Merbaby, on MeeGenius Best Seller Page


Mollie has made it to the Meegenius Best Sellers page. Mollie is a happy merbabe.
On all these iTunes, iPod, iPhone and i things- She and Silly fish are having way too much fun.

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6. Winner of SCBWI-C Writer Contest for Picture Book



Wow, So thrilled. The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators from the Carolinas had their second annual contest calling for illustrations and story submissions.
My story, Chicken Roundup won first place in the fictional picture book category.
I'm just a happy kid now!

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7. Such a Wonderful Moment in Time




So good to get my head out of this sketch pad and take a look around..............

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8. Illustration in STORIES FOR CHILDREN MAGAZINE


My illustration is out for Elijah Wants to be a Cowboy story by David Roper, in the Stories for Children Magazine in the April Issue.

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9. Louie's Book Coming Along Well


Still working with my lovable cat, Louie. Pictures should be ready for sending out soon.

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10. Working on New Louie V Project


That crazy cat, Louie V has a a new tale to tell. Tracey Delio asked me about doing the illustrations for this not titled yet story about my fab feline.

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11. Word Search - Bradybug

Click on puzzle to enlarge and print. Illustrator Kit Grady's blog: Click HERE.

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12. New Projects, No Time


Such a busy time. I'm working on a few new personal projects, directing a few submissions, and taking time to focus on several things I want to improve.

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13. New Year , New Projects with Meegenius for iPhone and iPad

So exciting..... a new project to start the New Year........... Here is a picture from Mollie the Merbaby, a book to be published soon with Meegenius for downloading on the iPhone, iPad, and other devices for apple.

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14. New Project in Progress



So wonderful to have projects to keep one out of trouble.

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15. Works in Progress




Working with Tracey Delio on a few more pictures of my favorite feline Louie V.
Tracey is working on new project with a New York Agency. Louie will love playing in the "Big Apple."

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16. A Review: A Necklace for Jiggsy

Title: A Necklace for Jiggsy
Author and Illustrator: Kit Grady
Publisher: Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
Print ISBN 13: 978-161633-091-0
eBook ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-092-7
Reviewed by: Karen Cioffi

Kit Grady is an amazing artist, and she is also a talented children’s writer. In her newest book, A Necklace for Jiggsy, she takes a cute, scruffy looking junkyard dog and weaves a delightful story children will love.

All his life, Jiggsy lived in a junkyard. It was overcrowded with other mangy dogs, cats, rodents, and other critters, and food was scarce. Just to get a bit of food or a bone, he’d have to scrounge around, and sometimes even fight for it.

Along with the overcrowding and hunger, the sleeping situation wasn’t any better. But, the one thing Jiggsy did have was his beloved pillow; it was his only possession.

One day, Jiggsy found a beautiful necklace. He slid the necklace on his neck and found his life transformed. People stopped to stare, neighborhood stores gave him choice treats, and the other animals treated him with respect – he became “King of the Yard.” Jiggsy loved the attention and special treatment.

Then, he read that thieves stole a diamond necklace from a rich widow; he knew this was the necklace he found. Rather than give the necklace up, he hid.

When he went to the junkyard to get some much needed sleep, he found his pillow missing. Who would have done such a thing? How could someone take another’s belongings? That night Jiggsy dreamed his pillow was stolen by mean dogs who would not give it back.

Jiggsy’s life was transformed again. Seeing things differently, he returned the necklace to the widow. While returning it, the widow showed kindness toward Jiggsy and adopted him.

A Necklace for Jiggsy is a beautifully illustrated children’s picture book that touches on four issues that will help enlighten little ones about those less fortunate and about morals. These issues are very subtlety woven throughout the story with simple text and outstanding full page illustrations.

The first lesson is brought about by Jiggsy’s difficult life of having to fend for food and a safe spot to lay his head.

The second lesson deals with Jiggsy’s realization of the loss and hurt that comes with having something beloved taken from him.

The third lesson shows Jiggsy making the connection between his feelings and how the widow might feel about her stolen necklace.

The fourth lesson demonstrates the power of doing the right thing, and the power of kindness.

While it has a wonderful take away value, it’s the vivid illustrations, along with a fun and engaging story that will have children wanting to read A Necklace for Jiggsy over and over again.


To get your own copy of Kit Grady's latest book, A Necklace for Jiggsy, jut click the url below:
http://www.amazon.com/Necklace-Jiggsy-Kit-Grady/dp/1616330910/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1287706884&sr=1-1

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17. Kit Grady




www.kitgrady.com

Kit Gradys Creations

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18. Kit Grady





Kit Grady Creations
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19. HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY




A little picture from "Just One More, Mom" with Kaeden Books done a couple years ago. All you Mama's know that call from the next room. Of course after "I want something to drink, read me a story" and other such things. So Happy Day to you! ( Mother or not )

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20. Great Link to Jane Yolen's Frequently Asked Questions



When I come across one of my favorite writers giving advice on her website, I would a dummy not to pass it along. (And more of a dummy not to study it myself) Jane Yolen has a great page of insights. In fact her entire website is filled with gems. Enjoy

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21. Kit Grady


www.kitgrady.com
Kit Grady Creations

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22. Kit Grady




www.kitgrady.com
www.kitgradybooks.blogspot
Kit Grady Creations

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23. Your future is in your Paws, I mean hands


Give me a pencil and paper and watch me forget everything else. You too?

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24. Being a Busy Bunny........


Here is a great group on facebook called Children's Authors and Illustrators on Facebook. Take a peek and join if you would like. Tell Simon Rose, our wonderful administrator, Kit sent you.

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25. Twelve Great Resources for Children's Artists and Writers


What a find. Mark Gregory Mitchell, a fellow member of The Author/Illustrator Network or Manic Network, passed this along. Some you know but I found a few special gems also. Check them out and Enjoy

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