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Wednesday, November 16, 2016 4:37:55 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled SCBWI 2016 Winter Reading List ~ Dee and Deb Off They Go Kindergarten First Day Jitters:
Donna said, " Dee and Deb's travels continue... Their latest stop... SCBWI 2016 Winter Reading List <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE ..." more
Saturday, November 12, 2016 6:49:19 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Children's Author Interview and Book Giveaway at Free Book Friday:
Donna said, "Having shied away from social media from quite some time, I'm now back with an interview and book giveaway at Free Book Friday.Visit me at Free Book Friday and enter at a chance to win a free copy of Dee and Deb Off They Go Kindergarten First Day..." more
Friday, November 11, 2016 12:11:26 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled A Must Have for Every Author... "How to Get Great Book Reviews Frugally and Ethically" by Carolyn Howard Johnson:
Donna said, "M E D I A R E L E A S EFor Immediate ReleaseContact: Carolyn Howard-JohnsonE-mail: [email protected] Publicist at www.redenginepress.comISBN: 9780978515874Publisher: Red Engine PressRelease Date: November 3, 2016The Changing Face of..." more
Tuesday, November 8, 2016 5:37:46 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Calm...:
Donna said, "I often envy those that can remain CALM in any situation that is thrown them. How do they do it and not allow others hyper-ness or negativity distill their sense of calm? For many years my reaction to situations I could not control or..." more
Monday, May 30, 2016 4:23:36 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Memorial Day Prayer:
Donna said, "On this Memorial Day, we pray for those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom. May the examples of their sacrifice inspire in us the selfless love of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Bless the families of..." more
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 8:24:50 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled C. Lee McKenzie - Cover Reveal - Sign of the Green Dragon:
Donna said, "I'm delighted to share in the excitement of C. Lee McKenzie's cover reveal of her latest middle grade book... Sign of the Green DragonDrum roll please...Coming August 2016Paperback: 181 pagesPublisher: C. Lee McKenzie; 1 edition..." more
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 8:24:50 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Happy Mother's Day 2016:
Donna said, "Yet another Mother's Day is upon us and as I reflect on my own motherhood my thoughts naturally go to my own mother. My heart swells with joy as to how she is always the wing beneath my wings. Even during those turbulent years of raising me.My..." more
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 8:24:50 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Norwood Book Festival, Norwood, NJ ~ May 14, 2016 at 10-2 pm:
Donna said, "Location:Norwood Library198 Summit StreetNorwood, NJ Date/Time: May 14, 201610-2 pmIt's almost here!I'm over the moon to be part of the Norwood Public Library 1st Book Festival...I'm stepping out of my comfort zone! For those..." more
Saturday, April 16, 2016 12:24:00 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled N is for Nourishment - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is NOURISHMENT... <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE <![endif]--> To continue from yesterday’s post on..." more
Friday, April 15, 2016 12:28:31 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled M is for Meditation - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is MEDITATION...Quite some time ago I became interested in meditation and the benefits in practicing it on a daily basis would do for my mind, body and soul. Pleasantly I have had continuous positive results where it calms my..." more
Thursday, April 14, 2016 12:27:59 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled L is for Laugh - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is LAUGH...I dare you to make a point of laughing at yourself at least once a day and through at the day. The stress release you will feel is inspiring! It’s important not to take yourself too serious! If we do, we will end up..." more
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 1:18:38 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled K is for Kind - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is KIND...Since Tim McGraw’s song Humble and Kind has become my daily mantra, I’m reposting his wonderful song, “Humble and Kind” again today.Seriously, if we all followed this on a daily basis the world would be a..." more
Tuesday, April 12, 2016 1:17:54 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled J is for Joyful - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is JOYFUL...I dare you to journal daily as to what you are joyful for and watch the negativity in your life wash away. To add to it even though I’m sure you have heard of this idea before, but here goes anyway… take a..." more
Monday, April 11, 2016 1:53:53 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled I is for Idea - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE <![endif]--> The word of the day is IDEA...How do you come up with your ideas for your..." more
Saturday, April 9, 2016 12:20:08 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled H is for Humble - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "The word of day is HUMBLE... "be strong, but not rude; be kind but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant. <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE ..." more
Friday, April 8, 2016 12:21:53 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled G is for Generous - #AtoZ Challenge:
Donna said, "The word of the day is GENEROUS... <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE <![endif]--> To be generous of one’s time and to pass..." more
Thursday, April 7, 2016 10:23:37 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled D is for Decency - #atozchallenge 2016:
Donna said, "DECENCY is a powerful way of living life with a positive attitude towards fellow human beings and all living creatures. The act of simple courtesy of holding the door open, a pleasant hello, allowing the car alongside you to merge in ahead of you,..." more
Thursday, April 7, 2016 10:23:37 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled E is for Empowered - #AtoZChallenge:
Donna said, "What has EMPOWERED you lately to continue onward with your latest work-in-progress? For me, engagement with my critique group partners, Karin and Marilyn empowers me to push forward in not giving up on my writing. Their constructive..." more
Thursday, April 7, 2016 10:21:46 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled F is for Flexibility - #atozchallenge:
Donna said, "<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE <![endif]--> I don’t know why, but for some reason when I think of the word FLEXIBILITY..." more
Monday, March 28, 2016 5:00:22 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Count down to the A-Z Challenge 2016....:
Donna said, "I'm delighted to be part of the "Master Ninja"Alex Cavanaugh's team of Ninja Minions for the A-Z Challenge 2016!I had the pleasure of vacationing in San Diego, CA last week and took the glorious uninterrupted time to and from via airplane to write..." more
Saturday, March 12, 2016 6:32:34 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled #Kidlit - Story Monster Approved achieved by Dee and Deb Off They Go, Kindergarten First Day Jitters:
Donna said, "Look who showed up to visit with Dee and Deb! Story Monster dropped by to say hello on this beautiful day in the Hudson Valley and to award the girls with his Story Monster Approval! How cool is that! The girls are making new friends wherever they..." more
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 4:50:42 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled #Kidlit Review - In and Out, All 'Round About - Opposite Friends by Penelope Anne Cole:
Donna said, "Author: Penelope Anne ColeIllustrator: Agy WilsonPaperback: 32 pagesPublisher: Magical Book Works (January 28, 2016)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 0692617507ISBN-13: 978-0692617502Endearing and heartwarming are the first two..." more
Friday, February 19, 2016 5:53:39 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled What People are Saying About Dee and Deb Off They Go ~ Kindergarten First Day Jitters:
Donna said, "What people are saying....An adorable story of twin sisters and their first day of kindergarten. They are in separate classrooms and are concerned who they will have to share their secrets and to play with. Dee meets a girl named Casey in her class,..." more
Tuesday, February 2, 2016 9:17:15 PM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled #IWSG - February 2016 Post - Authenticity:
Donna said, "It's the first Wednesday of the month and I'm delighted to announce the awesome #IWSG co-hosts for February 2016...Allison GammonsTamara NarayanEva E. SolarRachel PattisonAnn V. Friend! Take the time to visit the #IWSG plus a whole bunch of..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:51:17 AM
Donna McDine wrote a blog post titled Happy Thanksgiving - Be #Thankful:
Donna said, "I'm a few days early, since I do not plan on being on social media during the Thanksgiving weekend, but rather to savor each and every moment and to enjoy the company of friends and family in realtime. For many years now I've been making a..." more