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Friday, September 6, 2013 3:23:36 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Newly Released!:
Lisa said, "My newest book has been released for purchase on Amazon, and I'm so excited! I worked really hard on it, giving it my best-ever effort and I think it paid off.The book printed beautifully, with bright, colorful pages throughout.In addition, the..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:23:36 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled My Next Big Thing: "When Mommy Got Cancer", a picture book illustrated by Lisa J. Michaels and written by Karen Garcia:
Lisa said, "If you are an SCBWI member, then you know my friend, Alison Davis Lyne. You may be thinking, I do?? If you've read your SCBWI Bulletin Magazine, then yes, you have undoubtedly run across her excellent and helpful column, "Art Tips"...." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:23:36 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled The Power of Friendship:
Lisa said, "It wasn't all that long ago when I was in a jam...a real pickle if you know what I mean.As most of my friends know, I was REALLY sick. I didn't know what to do. I had mounting bills and I couldn't work. With no medical insurance, there wasn't a..." more
Tuesday, January 29, 2013 7:06:04 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Dear Self-Publishing Author:
Lisa said, "For over a decade now, I've sat on both sides of the fence. I'm both an author and an illustrator. It's been extremely uncomfortable!As a paid critiquing author, I'm constantly asked for advice on how to find and deal with elusive illustrators.As a..." more
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 7:57:24 PM
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Thursday, July 19, 2012 8:44:10 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled A New Adventure!:
Lisa said, "Hello friends! Many of you have been asking me what I'm up to these days, and here's the answer.While the physical book version of "Big Feats" is being printed (and will be released very soon), the PDF downloadable version is available NOW, for only..." more
Thursday, July 5, 2012 10:51:47 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled :
Lisa said, "I thought that this illustration from my picture book, "Come Fish With Me" would be perfect for IF this week! What could be more refreshing than a lazy summer day by the lake?"Come Fish With Me", 2012 - Copyright L.J. MichaelsWritten by Jim Baragar..." more
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 11:06:12 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Agent or Publisher?:
Lisa said, "If you're somehow involved in the publishing business, and you're not aware of the social media website known as "Linked in", you're missing out on a great thing. Linked in allows you toask questions on just about any subject,and get answers and..." more
Sunday, January 29, 2012 2:25:01 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled New Inspiration for the New Year!:
Lisa said, "Hey! Lookie what I found!!Click on the image above at it'll take you to the home of the NEW Picture Book Challenge for 2012.I've joined, and I hope all you picture-bookies out there will too! Accompanied by over 300 other picture book writers,..." more
Monday, January 23, 2012 11:51:11 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Who say's there's no Santa!!!:
Lisa said, "Yes Virginia, it's been a while.I've been so busy this past year that I've neglected my blog, among other things. My head is hanging mighty low. If I were a mutt, I'd be plopped on my twist of a tail, banished to the dog house 'till New..." more
Sunday, August 7, 2011 4:59:32 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled My Old Friend Technology:
Lisa said, "So, now that "Alphey Loves Letters" is a reality, I find myself looking to the future at last. I'm happy to say, there are now more options opening up than ever before. What an exciting time for illustrators and authors who aren't afraid to expand..." more
Sunday, July 17, 2011 11:25:23 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled It's arrived!!!!:
Lisa said, "My latest book has finally been released! "Alphey Loves Letters" is now available through Castlebridge Books. Here's a sneak -peek. . . "
Monday, March 21, 2011 2:23:29 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Turning a negative . . .:
Lisa said, "Seeing myself as a children's book illustrator, I've always found writing to be a real challenge. Who'd ever imagine that someone so long winded would have a problem finding words, right? Well it's true. I struggle with it.I know what I want to say..." more
Wednesday, March 9, 2011 10:22:36 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Win an Illustration from The VSS!:
Lisa said, "Are you a fellow illustrator, writer, teacher, parent or art lover? If so, then you might like to have this original artwork created by VSS illustrator and moderator, Jill Bergman!To enter the contest, all you need to do is visit The..." more
Thursday, February 17, 2011 12:22:16 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled The VSS Update-Technology to The Rescue!:
Lisa said, "If you know much about me, then you know about a little project I started a while back, called "The Visual Storytellers Studio"@www.TheVSS.org. It was born out of my frustration over the high cost of online promotions for children's book..." more
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 4:20:35 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled Root beer float anyone?:
Lisa said, "Children’s book writers are always thinking about words as a way to tell a story. But words can also record memories for future generations and if we are honest and true, they capture the emotions felt in those brief moments of life. That..." more
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 1:24:56 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled PiBoIdMo Begins!:
Lisa said, "If you are new to writing for children, this special month could just be the kick-start that you need. Or, if you've been in a writing funk, (not mentioning names) then November could bring you out of your slump! Wondering what's..." more
Thursday, July 29, 2010 9:05:53 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled First-time author, looking for an illustrator???:
Lisa said, "I recently had a first-time author ask me if I would be interested in illustrating her manuscript, (which was quite imaginative!) I thought other new authors might benefit in hearing my answer;First I'd like to congratulate you for..." more
Friday, June 4, 2010 11:41:43 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled :
Lisa said, "Hello there! Yes, I know...it's been a long time since my last post. You may be sitting there, wondering, "where's Lisa been?", so let's catch up. The truth is, I became very ill, and life escaped me for a while.Sickness pulls..." more
Friday, March 5, 2010 10:42:39 AM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled They're Here!:
Lisa said, "My stamp designs have finally arrived!Several months ago, I began designing art stamps for Helene Kempf, the owner of;http://www.alotarubberstamps.com/. She was really excited with the results,and once she received the rubber stamps from her..." more
Monday, April 7, 2014 3:23:33 PM
Lisa Michaels wrote a blog post titled :
Lisa said, "Please check out my newest blog, The Art of Picture Books! I'm hoping it will be a good source for new writers and illustrators!"