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Monday, July 9, 2012 2:14:46 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Art - How I Love the Process!:
Kinsy said, "One of my all-time favorite things about art is seeing how it is created. I am enthralled by the creative process and love to see how each artist gets from a blank paper or canvas to a finished masterpiece. Every once in a while, I will..." more
Tuesday, May 29, 2012 9:34:29 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled :
Kinsy said, "Wow! It is incredibly easy to fall behind on things! It's been nearly 9 months since I last updated this blog... Yikes! Well, I guess it's time to get updated, then.I am extremely pleased to announce the re-release of my children's..." more
Thursday, September 1, 2011 5:35:53 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled A Great Interview!:
Kinsy said, "Just in case you missed it, I had the opportunity to chat with Fran Lewis and Marsha Cook on their book discussion radio show on Blogtalk Radio this past Tuesday. Besides myself, there were four other guest children's and young adult authors..." more
Saturday, April 23, 2011 10:13:49 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Flat Stanley Comes for a Visit!:
Kinsy said, "A few weeks ago, I got a suprise visit from the one-and-only Flat Stanley. Now if you're not familiar with Stanley's story, let me fill you in. Stanley is a character from the series of children's chapter books called Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown..." more
Monday, April 11, 2011 6:10:28 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Dellani's Tea Time with Kinsy McVay and Russ Cox| Blog Talk Radio:
Kinsy said, "I had a great time today talking with Dellani Oakes, the host of "Dellani's Tea Time" on blogtalkradio.com. Fellow illustrator, Russ Cox, and I talked about our careers as illustrators, the types of pictures we like to draw, our inspiration, and our..." more
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 11:55:20 AM
Kinsy McVay will be discussing Just Line Around at the event: Author Visit - Glen Park Elementary Literacy/Math Night, Feb 24 2011 12:00AM
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 11:52:22 AM
Kinsy McVay added a link to Like Me on Facebook on his profile page
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 11:48:10 AM
Kinsy McVay left a comment on the video page for :
Kinsy said, "a stop motion animation that i created as a book trailer for my children's book, just line around."
Monday, February 14, 2011 11:19:36 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled A Dose of My Own Medicine...:
Kinsy said, "Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to say something than to do something? For example, I am continually telling my two boys to clean their rooms, but if you were to see my classroom, you would know immediately that I was not following my..." more
Sunday, February 13, 2011 10:34:53 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled I just made a new Voki. See it here::
Kinsy said, "Create your own at www.voki.com."
Friday, January 14, 2011 6:05:18 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Win a Free Children's Book: Just Line Around:
Kinsy said, "Don't miss out! Visit this blog and leave a comment for your chance to win a free copy of my children's book, Just Line Around. Hurry! The contest is only good through Sunday!!!Not sure what my book is about? You can read the entire book for FREE..." more
Thursday, January 13, 2011 9:42:59 AM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Literacy in America... Scary!:
Kinsy said, "Read this short article from RIF (Reading is Fundamental) about the effects of literacy, or lack thereof, in our country. It is truly scary to see what lifelong roadblocks form when a child never learns to love reading... Encourage reading with..." more
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 5:57:27 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Win A Newbery Award-Winning Book!:
Kinsy said, "The Children's Book Review is giving away copies of Rebecca Stead's Newbery Award-winning book, When You Reach Me. Leave a comment on the contest blog here and you're entered! Best of [email protected]"
Sunday, January 9, 2011 4:35:43 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Free Author Visit Program:
Kinsy said, "My Free School Visit ProgramAs a parent and teacher, I understand the vital importance of encouraging reading and creativity in children, and a visiting author can be a great way to add excitement to your literacy program. An author visited our..." more
Sunday, January 9, 2011 4:35:43 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Read My Children's Book For Free:
Kinsy said, "For a limited time, you can now read my entire children's book, Just Line Around, for free online. If you've been looking for a book to encourage creativity and positive self-esteem in your children, this may just be the book for you. So take a look..." more
Wednesday, November 10, 2010 4:31:01 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled New Book Trailer for "Just Line Around":
Kinsy said, "Hey Everyone, I just created a new book trailer for my children's book, Just Line Around. I did it using Stop Motion animation. Check it out and let me know what you think.-Kinsy"
Monday, November 8, 2010 6:27:31 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled "The Robot Book" Book Giveaway:
Kinsy said, "Visit the Children's Book Review for a chance to win this free book, The Robot Book, by Heather Brown. It looks like a great interactive book that kids will love. Click here to enter the giveaway and watch a trailer for the book. Good Luck!! ..." more
Saturday, October 30, 2010 7:57:26 AM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Gililland Creativity Contest Finalists:
Kinsy said, "And here they are! The first three finalists from one of my school visit art contests!! The wonderful artwork below was created by awesome artists from Gililland Elementary after reading my children's book, Just Line Around. Nearly every student at..." more
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 6:35:38 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Line Art:
Kinsy said, "Line Art Contest To add some fun and excitement to my school visits this year, I will be having line art contests for the students to participate in. The three best artworks from each school will be posted here, where anyone can comment on their..." more
Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:58:34 PM
Kinsy McVay will be signing Just Line Around at the event: West Texas Book and Music Festival, Sep 25 2010 9:00AM
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 9:42:45 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Stew Heads to Abilene:
Kinsy said, "Stop by and see Stew and I as we join more than 50 other Texas authors at this years West Texas Book and Music Festival.Here's the information:Where: Abilene Civic Center, 6100 N. 6th StAbilene, TX When: Saturday, September 25th10 am - 4 pmFeel free..." more
Saturday, September 4, 2010 7:11:59 AM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Help My School... Please!:
Kinsy said, "During the month of September, my school has the opportunity to win up to $10,000 in much-needed technology (our printers are 7+ years old!). All I need from you is your vote! Click here to visit my school's Digital Wish profile and then click on..." more
Thursday, September 2, 2010 7:57:56 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Children's Book Giveaway:
Kinsy said, "Don't miss out! During September, I will be giving away three autographed copies of my children's book, Just Line Around, on TheChildrensBookReview.com. All you have to do is visit this blog, leave a comment, and you're entered! That's it. Simple,..." more
Saturday, August 28, 2010 8:40:13 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Back to School!:
Kinsy said, "It's hard to believe, but the first week of school has come and gone. It's always amazing how easily it all comes back after the summer break, though. It almost feels like I never left (but in a good way). Being back to work full-time like a real..." more
Thursday, August 2, 2012 1:11:52 PM
Kinsy McVay wrote a blog post titled Moving Right Along...:
Kinsy said, " Have you ever had one of those thoughts that sticks with you and just won't go away? On a whim, I recently started touring the Fort Worth area looking for a possible location for an art studio. Just to be clear, this..." more