Most picture books require the efforts of both an author and an illustrator. In some instances, these talents are merged into one. I am delighted to introduce someone who wears both hats. Claire Alexander was a notable British artist before she shifted directions to become an … [Read more...]
Archives for 2014
Say What You Will- Memorable YA Novel
Few authors are willing to enter the world of disabled teenagers. A lack of knowledge combined with fears of not being politically correct cause most to avoid this genre. With charm and sensitivity, Cammie McGovern demonstrates the importance of exposing YA audiences to this … [Read more...]
Q & A with Cammie McGovern
Threads that bind a novel together oftentimes are collected from an author's experiences. After raising an autistic child and being involved in the Whole Children organization, Cammie McGovern is especially attuned to children with special needs. These heighten sensitivities … [Read more...]
Sukkot Picture Books
This year, the Festival of Sukkot starts on Wednesday evening. In anticipation of this joyous Jewish holiday, I am sharing a blog that I posted last September. It focuses on Sukkot picture books. It's not too late to add one of these wonderful books to your library. The … [Read more...]
Jewish Picture Books For the High Holidays
This is just a small sampling of Jewish picture books for the High Holidays- Gershon's Monster: A Story for the Jewish New Year, New Year at the Pier: a Rosh Hashanah Story, When the Chickens Went on Strike: A Rosh Hashanah Tale, and The Hardest Word: A Yom Kippur Story. Do … [Read more...]
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