Posts written by Romi Sharp.
Just Write For Kids Australia’s fourth Pitch It! Competition for Australian writers of children’s and young adult books was held throughout September this year. The aim was to craft a manuscript pitch to a publisher that is focused, concise and appealing; showcasing a strength in voice, marketability and writing ability. Our judging panel meticulously analysed […]
#theglintofgold #bookcampaign #booksontourpr The Glint of Gold focuses on discovering the golden moments in each day – for children to practice mindful strategies that assist with nurturing mental, emotional and social health, as well as developing skills in communication, kindness and empathy. Thanks to author Kate McGann, with illustrations by Patricia Ward, there is so much to […]
#theglintofgold #bookcampaign #booksontourpr Kate McGann‘s The Glint of Gold originated from places of love, heart, wonder and wellbeing. Today, Kate shares her inspirations and motivations to maintaining a positive mindset, and what she hopes young readers will embrace with their reading of her empowering book. Kate, congratulations on the release of your beautiful picture book, […]
It was so exciting to announce the Longlists for the 2021 Pitch It! Competition last week! Today, we are absolutely BUZZING, because we are about to reveal the fantastic Pitch It! Shortlists! These talented writers will all receive feedback on their pitches from our hard-working judges. The judges have noted the phenomenally high standard in pitch […]
#theglintofgold #bookcampaign #booksontourpr The Glint of Gold, Kate McGann (author), Patricia Ward (illus.), Little Pink Dog Books, October 2021. Blurb: It’s there every day if you look for it. The glint of gold. Through a child’s wisdom, the golden moments of each day are discovered. A touching story of mindfulness, gratitude and hope. Review: Author […]
#theglintofgold #bookcampaign #booksontourpr Where can you find ‘the glint of gold’? **UPDATE: COMPETITION NOW CLOSED** The Glint of Gold is a stunningly illustrated, reassuring and empowering story that provides opportunity for rich, deep and rejuvenating experiences to open and nourish the mind and soul. Evocatively penned by Kate McGann, and exquisitely illustrated by Patricia Ward, this […]
#theglintofgold #bookcampaign #booksontourpr We are thrilled to introduce and welcome debut picture book author, Kate McGann, with her new release; the stunningly beautiful, calming and affirming book, The Glint of Gold. Be captivated by this touching story and its breathtaking illustrations by Patricia Ward, empowering its readers to stop and appreciate the beauty within and […]
First and foremost, CONGRATULATIONS to everyone who took the leap and entered our 2021 Pitch It! Competition! The aim is to encourage writers to hone their pitches to a highly polished, well-crafted and submission-ready standard that would impress any children’s book publisher. In only 150 words or less, we gave you the challenge to deliver […]
It is an honour to welcome back talented author and playwright, Maura Pierlot (The Trouble in Tune Town); introducing her incredibly notable and prevalent script for teens, Fragments: Journeys from Isolation to Connection. Her just-released novel is adapted from her sold-out stage play, Fragments, which, during October 2019, was programmed for Mental Health Month. Through […]
#sassandtraz #savethelibrary #bookcampaign #booksontourpr It’s always a real pleasure to have multi-talented, international award-winning author and entrepreneur on the blog – Michelle Worthington! Last time she visited we were swept away with her adorable adventures in The Wind and the Mouse and The Mouse and the Egg, and now we are diving in to her […]
