We’re delighted to welcome Amanda Lieber to talk about her beautiful, heart-rending new picture book, My Giant Sea Shell. A touching and sensitive topic of sadness and depression is delicately brought to the shore with Amanda’s playful narrative as seen from the child’s perspective. Twirling and laughing, acting like pirates dripping with jewels, until one […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Renee Irving Lee! It’s a pleasure to welcome Renee Irving Lee to the blog to discuss her beautiful and important story on overcoming self-doubt and realising your own beauty and strength from within – Rosie Leads the Way! Thank you, Renee! 🙂 About the Author Renee Irving Lee is a children’s […]
#kissesinyourheart #blogtour #booksontourpr #day4 A small worry for a child can manifest itself in almost unbearable ways. Expert children’s specialist, Sonia Bestulic, explains how her latest picture book, Kisses in Your Heart, can be used as a tool to help children manage their social and emotional skills. I have worked with hundreds of children and […]
#kissesinyourheart #blogtour #booksontourpr #day2 Kisses in Your Heart, Sonia Bestulic (author), Nancy Bevington (illus.), Big Sky Publishing, June 2019. Blurb: A bright, beautiful and empowering story to inspire little people to use the strength of love within. I close my eyes, and always know, Mum’s kisses follow where I go. A tender and simple bedtime […]
#theforeverkid #blogtour #booksontour #day12 The Forever Kid has been glammed up for a fun photo shoot! Please enjoy our book photography gallery below… Elizabeth has recently been on an incredible tour to Europe, UK, and Lithuania! Check out some images of her presenting in schools. Celebrate Your Loved Ones and WIN! Click the image […]
#theforeverkid #blogtour #booksontour #day11 Grief Unites Us – Author Article by Elizabeth Mary Cummings A beautiful explanation of grief, what it means to us as humans, and the sensitive, authentic way it has been addressed in The Forever Kid. Thank you for this profound article, Elizabeth. x Grief is one of those topics that is […]
#theforeverkid #blogtour #booksontour #day3 The Forever Kid, Elizabeth Mary Cummings (author), Cheri Hughes (illus.), Big Sky Publishing, October 2018. Blurb: A moving story about the strength of family love. It’s Johnny’s birthday but he is no longer here. His family still gathers and lovingly celebrate. By continuing Johnny’s favourite party traditions and sharing special memories, […]
#theforeverkid #blogtour #booksontour #day2 Celebrating Loved Ones Memories are often attached to personal items holding sentimental value. In The Forever Kid, the family found solace by celebrating Johnny’s memory on his birthday with all the things he loved. A t-shirt, his favourite cheesy chips, computer time, and most pertinently, telling cloud stories. Do you have […]
#thetroubleintunetown #blogblast #booksontour #day12 Author Article by Maura Pierlot Lyrebird – The Silent Teacher So what’s so special about the lyrebird, anyway? Besides it’s physical presence, this band member has more secret talents than we may have realised, and particularly in this story. Maura explains… Readers are always asking me about the lyrebird that appears […]
#BallerinaMonkey #BooksOnTour #BlogBop #Day3 A deep and meaningful read here by Nicole Madigan on finding your truth; how your values will help you realise your strengths. Just inspiring! Thank you x “A children’s story that can only be enjoyed by children is not a good children’s story in the slightest.” I read this quote, spoken […]
