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Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled What is a Book App and Could YOU Create One?:
Chris said, "Karen Robertson is a pioneer in developing picture books into apps for children. She has added speaker and coach to her roll of children’s book app author through her workshops and ebooks. As a result, Karen has helped many writers..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Tribute To a Dog Named Brandy:
Chris said, "Brandy (2001? - 4/25/2013)Our hearts are broken. We said good-bye to our sweet girl today.Brandy came to us through Central California Labrador Retriever Rescue (CCLRR). We fell in love with her when we went to meet her at the home where she..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Unveiling The Prisoner of Carrot Castle Book at A Day on the Farm:
Chris said, "THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENTA Day on the Farm Learn, Eat & Celebrate! Sunday • May 19 • 10am - 3pm • $5 per person American River Ranch • Next to Hagan Park • Rancho Cordova$5 per person kids & adults(2 yrs and..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled 6 Tips for Parents Who Want Their Kids to Read:
Chris said, "Image courtesy of Ambro/FreeDigitalPhotos.netThis list is inspired by Richard Peck, an avid proponent of reading and highly respected writer for children."I read because one life isn't enough, and in the page of a book I can be anybody." ~Richard..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Through the Fire FREE Download:
Chris said, "Download Through the Fire (First Responders Book #1) by Shawn Grady for FREE from now through the month of June. I posted a review of Through the Fire back when it was released. This book will bring you up close and personal to several fire..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled National Eat Your Vegetables Day Launches Kids' Book:
Chris said, "Today is national Eat Your Vegetables Day and the launch of The Prisoner of Carrot Castle print book. Originally published as an interactive picture book on the Apple AppStore, the book is now available in print.The book app has been downloaded more..." more
Friday, March 8, 2013 4:30:24 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Could You Create a Book App?:
Chris said, "Have you written a Picture Book and wondered if you might want to turn it into an app? Here's a great resource to help you think through the possibilities. Karen Robertson just released her latest eBook "What is a Book App and Could YOU Create..." more
Saturday, February 9, 2013 6:06:21 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Celebrating a Birthday!:
Chris said, "Today marks 1-year since we launched The Prisoner of Carrot Castle on the AppStore and we're gonna celebrate. All week you can download the storybook about Aiden and his imaginative adventures as he tries to escape the clutches of an angry king for..." more
Wednesday, January 2, 2013 11:43:29 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Author Interview: Chris Pedersen for The Next Big Thing:
Chris said, "Tag... I'm it! As part of The NEXT Big Thing blog event to bring awareness to authors books, I'll be sharing about my next book release. I received my tag from author Karen Robertson and just as Karen did, at the end of the interview I'll tag a..." more
Thursday, August 30, 2012 6:19:22 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Dry Run "Find My iPhone":
Chris said, "Recently we had our iPad stolen. I know... ouch! We left it at an outdoor cafe on a black table camouflaged by its black cover. It was about 30 minutes before we realized we didn't have it. We immediately called the cafe and had them look for it to..." more
Tuesday, July 31, 2012 6:00:30 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Back to School Preparedness:
Chris said, "Believe it or not it's Back to School for kids across the nation and the world. Parents are in a frenzy getting kids new clothes and school supplies so they get off on the right foot when they enter the classroom.This fall the new "kid" in the..." more
Tuesday, July 24, 2012 9:12:41 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Life is More Important:
Chris said, "As a writer, do you find yourself exhausted and stressed out by the social media push? Many do! Ask yourself, is it worth it?Stress takes it's toll on the body.I took a forced hiatus last December to move. I found it refreshing and believe me it was..." more
Sunday, July 15, 2012 8:38:43 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled How to Do a Book Launch Party:
Chris said, "My writer friend, Keli Gwyn, graduated to author with the release of her first novel this month—A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California. This historic romance takes place in our own backyard. Keli held her book launch and old..." more
Saturday, June 30, 2012 5:04:55 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Draw the Carrot ~ Chance to Win iTunes Card:
Chris said, "Calling all kids! Draw your best picture of the Super Duper Purple Carrot for a chance to win an iTunes Gift Card. Send your drawing to [email protected] that's not all! From now through the 4th of July you can get The Prisoner of..." more
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 11:37:49 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Face To Face For The First Time:
Chris said, "I'm typing this blog on the last leg of a trip my husband and I made to Vancouver B.C. via a cruise ship being repositioned from San Francisco to Vancouver.After working over a year with Kate Jeong, the illustrator for Purple Carrot Books, I was..." more
Thursday, May 3, 2012 2:12:41 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Catch A Falling Star:
Chris said, "Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket.Never let it fade away.Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket.Save it for a rainy day.Dateline Sunday, April 22, at approximately 8AM, a meteor exploded over Lotus, California waking some..." more
Thursday, April 5, 2012 4:51:19 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Seeing Cinderella Book Review and Launch:
Chris said, "Book LaunchFebruary was a big month for Jenny Lundquist whose debut Middle Grade novel, Seeing Cinderella was released. I attended her book launch this past weekend at Barnes & Noble and happily waited in line with quite a few other fans anxious..." more
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 2:03:51 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Aiden Goes to School and Travels the World:
Chris said, "Great Way to Launch a BookReading the newly released Prisoner of Carrot Castle to five classrooms of 1st and 2nd graders at the Arlene Hein Elementary School in Elk Grove, California was a great way to launch a book app. Local authors were..." more
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 10:21:29 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled The World Enjoys The Prisoner of Carrot Castle:
Chris said, "Great Zooks! The Prisoner of Carrot Castle is being purchased throughout the world. The world is so big, it boggles my mind. See all those little Aiden's dotting the world map?In case you can't see all those countries where Aiden's adventure is..." more
Friday, February 10, 2012 8:23:27 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled The Prisoner of Carrot Castle on the App Store:
Chris said, "The Prisoner of Carrot Castle is now available for the iPad on the App Store for only $2.99.Grab your cape and join the fun! Aiden is just an ordinary kid—loves costume play, watching clouds pass by, seeing castles in the sky… and he doesn’t..." more
Monday, January 30, 2012 9:11:04 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Fun Stuff at Purple Carrot Books:
Chris said, "The Purple Carrot Books website now has Fun Stuff for kids to do—coloring sheets to print and color. Plus finger puppets of your favorite characters from The Prisoner of Carrot Castle kids iPad app.Click on a coloring page at Fun Stuff. Then print..." more
Monday, January 23, 2012 11:27:09 AM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Developing an iPad App: Step Nine:
Chris said, "You might be thinking by now that the steps to developing an iPad app never end. Well... it sometimes feels like that to us too. Since none of us have ever done an iPad app before, there's been a roller coaster learning curve and unforeseen setbacks..." more
Monday, November 14, 2011 4:49:28 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Presenting: Purple Carrot Books Website:
Chris said, "Drum roll please! Announcing the website for Purple Carrot Books. The e-publisher for The Prisoner of Carrot Castle is on the web. Please go there and sign up for the email service so you can be notified when we launch and when we add more to the..." more
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 5:48:14 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled The Prisoner of Carrot Castle Book Trailer:
Chris said, "Grab your cape and watch the excitement grow. I'm thrilled to present the book trailer for The Prisoner of Carrot Castle. The team is working diligently to finish the app.Please share the video with your friends, colleagues and anyone owning an..." more
Thursday, September 5, 2013 6:21:25 PM
Chris Pedersen wrote a blog post titled Plastic Polly: Book Review and Launch:
Chris said, "Book LaunchLast month Jenny Lundquist's latest middle grade novel, Plastic Polly, was released and I attended her boisterous and fun Barnes and Noble launch party. A corner of the store buzzed with activity as Jenny's fervent fans and groupies,..." more