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Thursday, February 27, 2014 11:28:29 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Reading Children's Books: let them rise out/ of their silence:
Annick said, "Reading Children's Books: let them rise out/ of their silence: I am not sure of anything anymore (this is the way it is for the one who loses time in writing poems) but I pause to stare ..." more
Friday, August 2, 2013 11:46:58 AM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled The Annick Blog Has Moved!:
Annick said, "Tea Time at Annick Press is now hosted on the Annick website: please come say hi at www.annickpress.com/modules/blog!"
Friday, July 26, 2013 11:42:46 AM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled SLJ SummerTeen Virtual Conference Wrap-Up:
Annick said, "On Wednesday, the Annick offices--both in Toronto and Vancouver--were busy participating in our first virtual conference: School Library Journal's SummerTeen event. For regular conferences like BEA and ALA, one or two Annick staff members board a..." more
Friday, July 19, 2013 11:02:45 AM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Robert Munsch Discovery Portal Launches at Guelph Public Library:
Annick said, "On Tuesday, July 16, the Guelph Public Library launched its new Robert Munsch Discovery Portal on its website. There's something there for everyone: games, activities, and videos for children; curriculum materials, lesson plans, and activity ideas..." more
Friday, July 12, 2013 11:50:31 AM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Fall 2013 Titles on NetGalley!:
Annick said, "It's the middle of summer, so it seems a little early to think about fall just yet... but we've got a bumper crop of new books that will be available soon! Here are a couple sneak peeks of our upcoming picture books:One title that is destined to..." more
Thursday, July 4, 2013 4:59:59 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Third-Place Finish for Team Canada at Kids' Lit Quiz Finals!:
Annick said, "Team Canada--made up of four 12- and 13-year-old students from University of Toronto Schools--put in a solid performance at yesterday's Kids' Lit Quiz World Finals in Durban, South Africa. They even held the lead by the halfway point, but in the end..." more
Thursday, July 4, 2013 2:31:59 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Chicago, Chicago, That Wonderful Town!:
Annick said, "Everyone loves Chicago, which is only one reason why the ALA Annual Conference held there last week was so well attended. The appearance of such noted authors as Khaled Hosseini and Ann Patchett may also have had something to do with it.Annick..." more
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 12:09:51 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Battle of the Books: Kids' Lit Quiz Champs Compete in World Finals:
Annick said, "Next week, a team of four 12- and 13-year-old students from University of Toronto Schools will be representing Canada at the Kids' Lit Quiz World Finals in Durban, South Africa. Team Canada will be staying in South Africa for one activity-packed..." more
Thursday, June 20, 2013 4:57:41 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Student Reviews from Trillium Woods Elementary:
Annick said, "Today, we're delighted to present student reviews from Daniella and Dayna, who are both grade six students at Trillium Woods Elementary School. Thank you for the reviews, Daniella and Dayna, and have a great summer!Hey! My name is Daniella and this..." more
Friday, June 14, 2013 12:39:55 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Happy Birthday Robert Munsch!:
Annick said, "This week was beloved children's author Robert Munsch's birthday (June 11, 1945... it's on his website so I'm not giving away any secrets, heh!). Part of my job involves monitoring online mentions of our titles, and not a week goes by without Robert..." more
Thursday, June 6, 2013 3:37:34 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled The Man with the Violin Trailer:
Annick said, "Yesterday night, violinist Joshua Bell performed at Roy Thomson Hall. One of the many music lovers in attendance was author Kathy Stinson, whose upcoming picture book, The Man with the Violin, is about the time that Joshua Bell played a free concert..." more
Thursday, May 30, 2013 4:15:21 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Joshua Bell is the Man with the Violin:
Annick said, "Author Kathy Stinson is ready to record!Today, I was at Orange Lounge recording studio with author Kathy Stinson. She was reading her upcoming picture book, The Man with the Violin, so that we can add an audio track to the e-book edition. Both print..." more
Friday, May 24, 2013 12:31:11 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Festival of Trees Winners!:
Annick said, "Last week on May 15 and 16, the Harbourfront Centre was making the most of the gorgeous, sunny weather at its annual Festival of Trees event. The Festival of Trees celebrates the winners of the Forest of Reading awards with readings, book signings,..." more
Friday, May 10, 2013 5:07:32 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Award Announcements & Mother's Day:
Annick said, "One of our recent award-winners!Just two weeks ago, I posted about the award nominations pouring in for Annick authors and illustrators... and now there are more! Please join me in congratulating the authors, illustrators, and everyone else who..." more
Wednesday, May 1, 2013 12:19:41 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled How Will You Celebrate TD Canadian Children's Book Week?:
Annick said, "Next week, from May 4-11, 35 authors, illustrators, and storytellers will be visiting schools, libraries, bookstores, and community centers across Canada. Find an event near you to join the conversation! This event is put on by the Canadian..." more
Thursday, April 25, 2013 5:19:33 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Awards Announcements & Author Blog Spotlight:
Annick said, " It's shaping up to be a great spring for Annick books, as award nominations pour in:War Brothers: nominated for the 2014 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers List The Lynching of Louie Sam: shortlisted for both the 2014..." more
Friday, April 19, 2013 6:22:59 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled April is National Poetry Month!:
Annick said, "April is National Poetry Month, so what better time to highlight some of our excellent children's poems? Long-time Annick author, illustrator, and poet Loris Lesynski creates books filled with hilarious rhymes that roll off the tongue. She's also a..." more
Friday, April 12, 2013 3:24:46 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Bologna Honors:
Annick said, "Last month, two of our staff were showing off Annick's titles (and perusing other children's publishers' lists) at the annual Bologna Book Fair. Associate Publisher Colleen MacMillan fills us in on some of the great honors Annick received at the..." more
Thursday, April 11, 2013 3:12:45 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled This Fall, Boy Soup is on the Menu for Grade One Students!:
Annick said, "Yesterday, the Canadian Children's Book Centre announced that Boy Soup, by Loris Lesynski and Michael Martchenko, will be this year's TD Grade One Book. This means that over 500,000 Canadian grade one students will be receiving their very own copy..." more
Wednesday, April 3, 2013 11:49:23 AM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Searching for the Right Illustrator:
Annick said, "Have you ever wondered how a publisher finds the right illustrator for a book? Does it matter if the illustrator lives in the same city—or even the same country—as the publisher? Today, Annick's creative director Sheryl Shapiro tells the story..." more
Thursday, March 28, 2013 2:57:15 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Hoppy Easter from the Mole Sisters!
Friday, March 22, 2013 5:37:03 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Book Trailer for War Brothers:
Annick said, "Next week, our Sales and Rights Manager, Gayna Theophilus, and our Associate Publisher, Colleen MacMillan, will be showing off Annick's latest titles (and offering sneak peeks of our Fall 2013 list) at the Bologna Children's Book Fair. (If you're..." more
Thursday, March 14, 2013 12:53:50 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Annick's Stars:
Annick said, "Three of Annick’s talented creators came to our offices this week to discuss their latest projects in front of a video camera. Judith Keenan and Aria Evans from BookShorts acted as director and cinematographer. They will also be editing the..." more
Monday, March 11, 2013 12:44:08 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Judie Oron at the Jerusalem Book Fair:
Annick said, "Last month, author Judie Oron was invited to speak about her novel, Cry of the Giraffe, at the 26th Jerusalem International Book Fair. (She was happy to note that her trip was made possible by a generous travel grant from the Canada Council for the..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 11:28:29 PM
Annick Press wrote a blog post titled Reading Children's Books: Save the Children Conference at The Grand Olympia,...:
Annick said, "Reading Children's Books: Save the Children Conference at The Grand Olympia,...: I wasn't able to upload the glossy conference information as I am technologically incapable but I still think you could see the broch..." more